What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 8 per person.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located near Tortuga Beach and Bluff Beach, just steps away. It is 0.1 miles from Paunch Beach and Istmito Beach, and approximately 0.6 miles from Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

Bambuda Bocas Town Hostel in Bocas del Toro

Average nightly price at Bambuda Bocas Town by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$105
February	$108
March	$112
April	$105
May	$85
June	$75
July	$135
August	$106
September	$95
October	$61
November	$73
December	$105

What guests think

At Bambuda Bocas Town, travellers highlight the overwater setting with beautiful views and lively social areas, frequent praise for friendly staff and tasty food, but note occasional service lapses, small rooms in some areas, and intermittent water or maintenance issues.

The waterfront deck allows swimming directly from the property, and many enjoy the relaxed vibe and activities. Location is an easy walk from town, though nearby construction has caused noise for some. Breakfast and bar offerings are well liked, with a few complaints about pricing rules and occasional outages. Expect a stylish, social stay by the water with some inconsistencies.

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Facilities

Overwater common areas with direct sea access and social activities are a highlight, with boat pickups and comfortable hangout spaces. Some maintenance and utility issues appear, including occasional water cuts and a broken ladder, plus noise from kitchen equipment.

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mariana

Jan 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No tenía agua el sanitario Y el agua de la ducha solo salía caliente

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Yaron

May 6, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a fantastic stay at Bambudas. The entire staff were amazing. The facility itself is wonderful. You feel the boutique hotel vibe mix with a friendly young backpackers atmosphere. The food and drinks at the cafe are great. People are always asking how everything is and take great pride in working there. Only two things I could think of to make the stay better. One, definitely ass a safe to the rooms this way people can lock away passports and other valuables. Secondly I would get a proper ladder installed to get in and out of the water. Someone is bound to get hurt on the broken ladder they have there currently I know I almost did. Other than those two things this place is awesome!

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Eline

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel with very good food. Came back here to eat after check out. A nice hang out place.

10

Ashleigh

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well maintained premises and friendly staff.

10

Hanne

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Best hostel in Bocas! Location perfect, many activities making it easy to meet new people. Had 4-bed dorm and all bed had curtains. Totally recommend!

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eli

Feb 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Bramnew. Besutifull. The first night when i got up i felt i was in a yate.

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Peter

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant exhaust fan made the room 12 vibrate. From 7:30 am -11:00pm it is impossible to sleep till restaurant kitchen closes.

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Huyen

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely ocean view suite which was nice, quiet and peaceful to watch the days go by while working. Although early check-in wasn't available, there is luggage storage and access to the common lounge/restaurant area which was a beautifully decorated space to enjoy with the water swing, floaties and access to swim right from the deck. The front desk team were extremely friendly and helpful with checking in on stay and providing local information with tours. I loved that there was filtered water available to guests to reduce plastic bottles. Although one night the water cut-off but this is common on the island as they depend on rain so use mindfully. The included breakfast was also nice with international vegetarian options. Would not hesitate to stay here again, although it is a bit on the higher end if wanting the overwater rooms.

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César

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Un lugar a unas 5 cuadras del centro, lo cual le da mayor privacidad. Las habitación que dan hacia el mar tienen una vista espectacular, todo el personal es muy amable y se puede accesar al mar desde el hotel o tener los transportes en lancha en el mismo hotel. El desayuno sumamente bueno. Una joya en Bocas.

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Jorge

Feb 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was adequate. Not much to it. It was plain and small. The restaurant and public area was nice and right over the water. Food and drinks were good and very reasonably priced. The view over the ocean was very nice. However for the nightly rate I would not go there again.

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Cleanliness

Generally well maintained, with several guests praising the property’s condition. A few report lapses such as a missed room cleaning and an instance of a dirty bed.

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Maria Fernanda

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Un día no nos arreglaron la habitación, tuvimos que pedir que la arreglaran y habíamos estado todo el día fuera. Adicional en el restaurante no dejaban cargar la cuenta en la habitación, esto es incómodo porque toca estar pagando por cada consumo que se hacíamos.

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Sina

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Value for money very bad - had a single room including bathroom. The room was dark, the bed dirty.

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Oneil

Aug 31, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Bambuda is exceptional! From the moment you enter the property, the décor amazes you. From the fantastic wall art to all the wooden fixtures and furniture, everything is designed to impress. Check-In was a breeze and though there was no hot water in the newer section of the building, I didn't miss it because the water was room temperature. The private rooms are beautifully appointed with breathtaking views of the ocean. I loved that the hand and body wash in the bathroom are eco-friendly. In fact, the lodge is very eco-conscious. The bar/restaurant serves delectable food at reasonable prices. Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with my stay and would book again in a heartbeat on my next trip back to Bocas del Toro!

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Ashleigh

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well maintained premises and friendly staff.

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eli

Feb 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Bramnew. Besutifull. The first night when i got up i felt i was in a yate.

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Rooms

Some rooms are spacious, stylish, and offer ocean views, while others feel plain or small. Overall comfort varies between private and dorm options, and a few guests found the in-room amenities basic.

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Hugo

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hôtel avec une vue splendide. Chambre spacieuse, confortable et bien équipée. Carte du petit déjeuner diverse et savoureuse avec un bémol concernant la qualité du jus d’ananas imposé avec chaque petit déjeuner inclus avec la chambre. Toutefois, le service à table et l’accueil à la réception ne sont pas au rendez-vous. A noter, qu’il y a actuellement de gros travaux bruyants à côté de l’hôtel. En conclusion, Bambuda, qui appartient au même groupe que Palmar Beach Lodge, est un très bel hôtel mais avec un service qui n’est pas à la hauteur, tout comme son grand frère Palmar.

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Sina

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Value for money very bad - had a single room including bathroom. The room was dark, the bed dirty.

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Chiara

Dec 27, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Feels like a boutique hotel ☺️ nothing to complain about, would go there again!

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Yaron

May 6, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a fantastic stay at Bambudas. The entire staff were amazing. The facility itself is wonderful. You feel the boutique hotel vibe mix with a friendly young backpackers atmosphere. The food and drinks at the cafe are great. People are always asking how everything is and take great pride in working there. Only two things I could think of to make the stay better. One, definitely ass a safe to the rooms this way people can lock away passports and other valuables. Secondly I would get a proper ladder installed to get in and out of the water. Someone is bound to get hurt on the broken ladder they have there currently I know I almost did. Other than those two things this place is awesome!

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Minna

Dec 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hostel rooms looked NOTHING like the photos and were way too small, cramped, and damp. Very overpriced for what it was. The only redeeming factor was the deck.

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Christine

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful hotel and everything in Bocas town within walking distance. No refrigerator or coffee maker in rooms and the restaurant area doesn’t open until 7 to 7:30 so you can’t get anything to drink or coffee until then.

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Peter

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant exhaust fan made the room 12 vibrate. From 7:30 am -11:00pm it is impossible to sleep till restaurant kitchen closes.

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Huyen

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely ocean view suite which was nice, quiet and peaceful to watch the days go by while working. Although early check-in wasn't available, there is luggage storage and access to the common lounge/restaurant area which was a beautifully decorated space to enjoy with the water swing, floaties and access to swim right from the deck. The front desk team were extremely friendly and helpful with checking in on stay and providing local information with tours. I loved that there was filtered water available to guests to reduce plastic bottles. Although one night the water cut-off but this is common on the island as they depend on rain so use mindfully. The included breakfast was also nice with international vegetarian options. Would not hesitate to stay here again, although it is a bit on the higher end if wanting the overwater rooms.

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cecilia

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

El hotel es muy bonito, construido sobre el mar y ofrece unas vistas espectaculares. El personal es muy agradable y se ofrecen bebidas y comidas muy ricas y a un precio razonable. El desayuno muy rico, y tienes alternativas suficientes para variar todos los días. La habitación está decorada con gusto y las camas eran muy cómodas. Repetiríamos sin dudar, totalmente recomendable

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Jorge

Feb 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was adequate. Not much to it. It was plain and small. The restaurant and public area was nice and right over the water. Food and drinks were good and very reasonably priced. The view over the ocean was very nice. However for the nightly rate I would not go there again.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, and several guests received assistance with tours and local tips. A few reported slower or uneven service at reception or in the restaurant.

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Stefanie

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Schnelle Hilfe bei Problemen. Bei nur 3 Tagen Aufenthalt waren jedoch relativ viele Komplikationen: Türschloschloss ausgefallen (schnell repariert) Deckenventilator ausgefallen (am nächsten Tag repariert) & an einem Tag gab es keinen Cafè zum Frühstück, weil die Café Maschine nicht funktioniert hat. Aber sonst war alles fein und wir haben uns wohl gefühlt!

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Hugo

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hôtel avec une vue splendide. Chambre spacieuse, confortable et bien équipée. Carte du petit déjeuner diverse et savoureuse avec un bémol concernant la qualité du jus d’ananas imposé avec chaque petit déjeuner inclus avec la chambre. Toutefois, le service à table et l’accueil à la réception ne sont pas au rendez-vous. A noter, qu’il y a actuellement de gros travaux bruyants à côté de l’hôtel. En conclusion, Bambuda, qui appartient au même groupe que Palmar Beach Lodge, est un très bel hôtel mais avec un service qui n’est pas à la hauteur, tout comme son grand frère Palmar.

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Wendy

Mar 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This place has a good thing going but the check-in was lacking. I was exhausted and patiently waited for 3pm to come so i could get some rest. It took 28 minutes, after asking ywice about the room tone taken to the room.

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Oneil

Aug 31, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Bambuda is exceptional! From the moment you enter the property, the décor amazes you. From the fantastic wall art to all the wooden fixtures and furniture, everything is designed to impress. Check-In was a breeze and though there was no hot water in the newer section of the building, I didn't miss it because the water was room temperature. The private rooms are beautifully appointed with breathtaking views of the ocean. I loved that the hand and body wash in the bathroom are eco-friendly. In fact, the lodge is very eco-conscious. The bar/restaurant serves delectable food at reasonable prices. Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with my stay and would book again in a heartbeat on my next trip back to Bocas del Toro!

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Farida

Jan 20, 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Très bel hôtel en bordure de mer. Carmen a été aux petits soins pour répondre à mes besoins lors du séjour. Et Maïna d'une grande aide pour l'organisation des.excursions et de l'ambiance dans l'hôtel.

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Charles-Étienne

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hostel, amazing staff, good food and drinks! We had a fun stay at the Bambuda :)

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Juan

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Mi primera vez en Bocas del Toro y todos en el hotel hicieron nuestra estadía súper especial 100% recomendado, desde Carmen, Suly, Pablo y Azael, la comida excelente los desayunos súper y los happy hours y el ambiente de la tarde extraordinario

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Ashleigh

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well maintained premises and friendly staff.

10

Nadhinka

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great vibes, friendly staff , good food, would definitely return

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Huyen

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely ocean view suite which was nice, quiet and peaceful to watch the days go by while working. Although early check-in wasn't available, there is luggage storage and access to the common lounge/restaurant area which was a beautifully decorated space to enjoy with the water swing, floaties and access to swim right from the deck. The front desk team were extremely friendly and helpful with checking in on stay and providing local information with tours. I loved that there was filtered water available to guests to reduce plastic bottles. Although one night the water cut-off but this is common on the island as they depend on rain so use mindfully. The included breakfast was also nice with international vegetarian options. Would not hesitate to stay here again, although it is a bit on the higher end if wanting the overwater rooms.

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Location

Walkable to Bocas Town while set slightly away from the center on the water, offering privacy and views. Several reviewers mention nearby construction causing disruptive noise.

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Hugo

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hôtel avec une vue splendide. Chambre spacieuse, confortable et bien équipée. Carte du petit déjeuner diverse et savoureuse avec un bémol concernant la qualité du jus d’ananas imposé avec chaque petit déjeuner inclus avec la chambre. Toutefois, le service à table et l’accueil à la réception ne sont pas au rendez-vous. A noter, qu’il y a actuellement de gros travaux bruyants à côté de l’hôtel. En conclusion, Bambuda, qui appartient au même groupe que Palmar Beach Lodge, est un très bel hôtel mais avec un service qui n’est pas à la hauteur, tout comme son grand frère Palmar.

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daniela

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nos gusto la experiencia hotel comodo y bien ubi

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JOËL

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Travaux dans la rue. Bruit jour et nuit...

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Hanne

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Best hostel in Bocas! Location perfect, many activities making it easy to meet new people. Had 4-bed dorm and all bed had curtains. Totally recommend!

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Brian

Jan 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice property on the beach

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Christine

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful hotel and everything in Bocas town within walking distance. No refrigerator or coffee maker in rooms and the restaurant area doesn’t open until 7 to 7:30 so you can’t get anything to drink or coffee until then.

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César

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Un lugar a unas 5 cuadras del centro, lo cual le da mayor privacidad. Las habitación que dan hacia el mar tienen una vista espectacular, todo el personal es muy amable y se puede accesar al mar desde el hotel o tener los transportes en lancha en el mismo hotel. El desayuno sumamente bueno. Una joya en Bocas.

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Dining

Food and drinks receive consistent praise, and breakfasts are described as tasty and varied with reasonable prices. Downsides include occasional equipment issues or fine-print pricing on breakfast and limited happy hour selections.

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Hugo

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hôtel avec une vue splendide. Chambre spacieuse, confortable et bien équipée. Carte du petit déjeuner diverse et savoureuse avec un bémol concernant la qualité du jus d’ananas imposé avec chaque petit déjeuner inclus avec la chambre. Toutefois, le service à table et l’accueil à la réception ne sont pas au rendez-vous. A noter, qu’il y a actuellement de gros travaux bruyants à côté de l’hôtel. En conclusion, Bambuda, qui appartient au même groupe que Palmar Beach Lodge, est un très bel hôtel mais avec un service qui n’est pas à la hauteur, tout comme son grand frère Palmar.

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Twinkle

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome place on the waters to spend great family time. Fantastic drinks and food, awesome company of fellow travelers. Francisca and Svea were great! Arulo was a great host and made our stay super fun!

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Hassan

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cheap ploys to con tourists. Breakfast is $8 if you purchase at checkin only ( read fine print). Show up at breakfast and pay $20 . Happy hour is 4-7 pm - only sodas and 1 cocktail is half price.

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Charles-Étienne

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hostel, amazing staff, good food and drinks! We had a fun stay at the Bambuda :)

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Juan

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Mi primera vez en Bocas del Toro y todos en el hotel hicieron nuestra estadía súper especial 100% recomendado, desde Carmen, Suly, Pablo y Azael, la comida excelente los desayunos súper y los happy hours y el ambiente de la tarde extraordinario

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Eline

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel with very good food. Came back here to eat after check out. A nice hang out place.

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Nadhinka

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great vibes, friendly staff , good food, would definitely return

10

Huyen

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely ocean view suite which was nice, quiet and peaceful to watch the days go by while working. Although early check-in wasn't available, there is luggage storage and access to the common lounge/restaurant area which was a beautifully decorated space to enjoy with the water swing, floaties and access to swim right from the deck. The front desk team were extremely friendly and helpful with checking in on stay and providing local information with tours. I loved that there was filtered water available to guests to reduce plastic bottles. Although one night the water cut-off but this is common on the island as they depend on rain so use mindfully. The included breakfast was also nice with international vegetarian options. Would not hesitate to stay here again, although it is a bit on the higher end if wanting the overwater rooms.

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cecilia

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

El hotel es muy bonito, construido sobre el mar y ofrece unas vistas espectaculares. El personal es muy agradable y se ofrecen bebidas y comidas muy ricas y a un precio razonable. El desayuno muy rico, y tienes alternativas suficientes para variar todos los días. La habitación está decorada con gusto y las camas eran muy cómodas. Repetiríamos sin dudar, totalmente recomendable

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Jorge

Feb 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was adequate. Not much to it. It was plain and small. The restaurant and public area was nice and right over the water. Food and drinks were good and very reasonably priced. The view over the ocean was very nice. However for the nightly rate I would not go there again.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $98	2 $231	3 $133	4 $120	5 $151	6 $117	7 $60
8 $50	9 $60	10 $61	11 $61	12 $61	13 $61	14 $61
15 $58	16 $61	17 $61	18 $63	19 $61	20 $74	21 $71
22 $61	23 $61	24 $63	25 $69	26 $71	27 $59	28 $75
29 $105	30 $96

Bambuda Bocas Town

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