Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

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

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee ranging from approximately PAB 6 to 11 per person.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details on room accessibility are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

Bambuda Castle - Hostel is located in Los Naranjos, within a 10-minute drive of Sendero El Pianista and Church of San Juan Bautista. It is approximately 2.3 miles from La Amistad International Park and 2.4 miles from Los Ladrillos.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

Bambuda Castle Hostel in Los Naranjos, Panama

Average nightly price at Bambuda Castle by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$189
February	$105
March	$168
April	$131
May	$144
June	$85
July	$116
August	$131
September	$96
October	$58
November	$102
December	$146

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Bambuda Castle is praised for its breathtaking mountain views, unique hobbit-style rooms and castle vibe, and friendly, attentive staff, with many guests also enjoying tasty on-site dining and a relaxed, peaceful atmosphere.

Several stays coincided with construction or expansion, leading to daytime noise and dust, and a few guests said they were not informed in advance. Multiple reviews report inconsistent hot water, particularly in the hobbit houses. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, and dining service can be slow with occasional order mix ups. Expect memorable views and character with some operational hiccups.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate amenities like the pool and jacuzzi and generally good facilities, but some visits overlapped with construction or expansion that brought daytime noise, dust, and disruption. A shared kitchen’s cookware was noted as worn.

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Marc

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

De faciliteiten zijn goed, een bijzonder verblijf en het uitzicht is geweldig! Melanie bij de receptie is echt geweldig!

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NAHUEL

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No nos avisaron que iba a estar en remodelación el hotel, y durante todos los días que estuvimos allí estuvieron haciendo mucho ruido mientras trabajaban, sumado al polvo. Casi no podíamos tener reuniones laborales del ruido que había. La atención cada vez que queríamos comer o tomar algo también era bastante lenta. El resto impecable, muy hermoso.

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SUZANA

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful place. Excellent food. Great service. Simple but sustainable. With good amenities like jacuzzi and pool. Lots of green surroundings and beautiful views.

10

George

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

property is undertaking expansion. service was excellent. Water ie. Hot water is a problem.

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Reggie

Feb 23, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing property! Very attentive staff. Good food. Unique castle and hobbit holes! I’ve been to many great hostels and this one tops them all!

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Ronald

Dec 10, 2022

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Stayed 19,325 nights

The view is really fantastic. The vibe is very relaxing and the general area is a pleasant place to sit and enjoy the view. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed in the hobbit hut with valley view. The hut was very nice. It is actually pretty close to the castle so we could hear all the sounds coming out of the kitchen. It is quiet around 10.15 pm so we didn’t mind. But if you want to sleep early then the sounds can keep you awake. The pans in the general kitchen are not in a good state. I wouldn’t cook my meal in it.

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Joanna

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I booked it prior to knowing the facility was under construction; I selected the non-refundable option so we were stuck. Wish I would have known before. When it is a complete I am sure it will be beautiful.

10

Liz

Jul 18, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Such a great retreat from the hustle & bustle of downtown. Truly feels like you are on an eco resort with comfortable amenities and a truly unique feel to the hotel!

10

Miriam

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was beautiful, views were amazing, the place was well decorated, the rooms were so unique. We stayed in one of the hobbit room, so peaceful and beautiful. very clean and good amenities. it included a welcome drink, coffee was a bit pricey, however we enjoyed our stay so much. Highly recommend.

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pedro

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

the property is noice but wan under construction. we will try it again.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: several reviews praise very clean rooms, while others report no housekeeping and a dirty room. Dust from on-site remodeling also affected stays.

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Lukas

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was amazing and the room was clean and comfortable

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NAHUEL

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No nos avisaron que iba a estar en remodelación el hotel, y durante todos los días que estuvimos allí estuvieron haciendo mucho ruido mientras trabajaban, sumado al polvo. Casi no podíamos tener reuniones laborales del ruido que había. La atención cada vez que queríamos comer o tomar algo también era bastante lenta. El resto impecable, muy hermoso.

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Rommel

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Todo muy limpio y agradable.

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adolfo

Feb 3, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Ningún día fue ordenada ni aseada la habitación.

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Luciano

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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Edward

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Meseros confundiendo ordenes, no hubo nunca limpieza de habitación ni agua caliente. El lugar es precioso, cuando atinan a servir la comida bien, la misma guarda relación costo calidad.

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Miriam

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was beautiful, views were amazing, the place was well decorated, the rooms were so unique. We stayed in one of the hobbit room, so peaceful and beautiful. very clean and good amenities. it included a welcome drink, coffee was a bit pricey, however we enjoyed our stay so much. Highly recommend.

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Rooms

Rooms are distinctive (hobbit houses and cabins) and comfortable with great views, creating a memorable stay. Multiple reviews note inconsistent or limited hot water, especially in the hobbit units.

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Lukas

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was amazing and the room was clean and comfortable

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Paul

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was amazing except for the hot water supply in the hobbit house. When the issue was adressed to the reception the response was to keep it open and it will eventually come. I waited for 10 minutes with extremely cold water.

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Aimee

Feb 12, 2023

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What a cool place! It’s part hostel and part hotel. We stayed in one of the hobbit homes and it was beyond cool. Everything was new and updated inside the home. It was a very nice, but casual environment around the hotel. It had a great vibe of young and older adults. The dining area is large and a great hangout for all visitors. The views of the mountains were fantastic. The staff was very helpful and even had a laundry service for us. The food was great. It was a very fun and unique place to stay. We really enjoyed it and would book there again.

10

George

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

property is undertaking expansion. service was excellent. Water ie. Hot water is a problem.

10

Raquel

Feb 28, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was beautiful, quiet and had amazing views

8

Ronald

Dec 10, 2022

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Stayed 19,325 nights

The view is really fantastic. The vibe is very relaxing and the general area is a pleasant place to sit and enjoy the view. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed in the hobbit hut with valley view. The hut was very nice. It is actually pretty close to the castle so we could hear all the sounds coming out of the kitchen. It is quiet around 10.15 pm so we didn’t mind. But if you want to sleep early then the sounds can keep you awake. The pans in the general kitchen are not in a good state. I wouldn’t cook my meal in it.

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ROGELIO

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Todo bien solo que en la casa hobbit era poco tiempo lo que estaba disponible el agua caliente

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Manuel

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Bambuda is fantastic. The location is excellent with breathtaking views of the mountains & countryside. The food in the restaurant is excellent & there are numerous options at all times of the day. The service at the front desk & at the restaurant are prefect: helpful, friendly, & enthusiastic. Taxi rides from the hotel to a variety of destinations are easy to get & inexpensive. I had a cabin with a balcony. It felt like a cabin in the mountains but with strong hot water in the shower.

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Miriam

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was beautiful, views were amazing, the place was well decorated, the rooms were so unique. We stayed in one of the hobbit room, so peaceful and beautiful. very clean and good amenities. it included a welcome drink, coffee was a bit pricey, however we enjoyed our stay so much. Highly recommend.

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Michelle

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We felt like we stayed in the Shire with the hobbit style rooms, and the castle provided an ambiance of elegance. The staff accommodated for my mobility challenged wife like she was family.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, helpful, and even exceptionally caring. Drawbacks include slow attention during meal times and occasional order mix ups.

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Marc

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

De faciliteiten zijn goed, een bijzonder verblijf en het uitzicht is geweldig! Melanie bij de receptie is echt geweldig!

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Lukas

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was amazing and the room was clean and comfortable

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NAHUEL

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No nos avisaron que iba a estar en remodelación el hotel, y durante todos los días que estuvimos allí estuvieron haciendo mucho ruido mientras trabajaban, sumado al polvo. Casi no podíamos tener reuniones laborales del ruido que había. La atención cada vez que queríamos comer o tomar algo también era bastante lenta. El resto impecable, muy hermoso.

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Jacqueline

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone here was absolutely amazing. Views were great. Food was delicious. Staff is so friendly. Front desk worker Reynina was our favorite.

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Salim

Feb 4, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Tout étais parfait mention spéciale pour une équipe disponible et serviable

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sophya

Mar 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff is very friendly and the view is amazing

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Maitri

Aug 31, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I will be here for 9 days total because my plans keep changing! I have had to add days on repeatedly and they do their best to keep me in the same or similar location. Then I got sick and they isolated me and took care of me like family. This has felt like a home away from home… not a vacation but I’m safe and well cared for!

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Edward

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Meseros confundiendo ordenes, no hubo nunca limpieza de habitación ni agua caliente. El lugar es precioso, cuando atinan a servir la comida bien, la misma guarda relación costo calidad.

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Manuel

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Bambuda is fantastic. The location is excellent with breathtaking views of the mountains & countryside. The food in the restaurant is excellent & there are numerous options at all times of the day. The service at the front desk & at the restaurant are prefect: helpful, friendly, & enthusiastic. Taxi rides from the hotel to a variety of destinations are easy to get & inexpensive. I had a cabin with a balcony. It felt like a cabin in the mountains but with strong hot water in the shower.

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Michelle

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We felt like we stayed in the Shire with the hobbit style rooms, and the castle provided an ambiance of elegance. The staff accommodated for my mobility challenged wife like she was family.

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Location

Set in a quiet, scenic spot with sweeping mountain and countryside views, offering a relaxing retreat.

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SUZANA

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful place. Excellent food. Great service. Simple but sustainable. With good amenities like jacuzzi and pool. Lots of green surroundings and beautiful views.

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Jasfa

Aug 23, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

El paisaje, la comida, las cabañas...todo es hermoso.

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Ashley

Jan 5, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds were incredibly beautiful! The flowers and the

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sophya

Mar 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff is very friendly and the view is amazing

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Karen

Jul 19, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful property, great views in a quiet setting

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Raquel

Feb 28, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was beautiful, quiet and had amazing views

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Ronald

Dec 10, 2022

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Stayed 19,325 nights

The view is really fantastic. The vibe is very relaxing and the general area is a pleasant place to sit and enjoy the view. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed in the hobbit hut with valley view. The hut was very nice. It is actually pretty close to the castle so we could hear all the sounds coming out of the kitchen. It is quiet around 10.15 pm so we didn’t mind. But if you want to sleep early then the sounds can keep you awake. The pans in the general kitchen are not in a good state. I wouldn’t cook my meal in it.

10

Liz

Jul 18, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Such a great retreat from the hustle & bustle of downtown. Truly feels like you are on an eco resort with comfortable amenities and a truly unique feel to the hotel!

10

Manuel

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Bambuda is fantastic. The location is excellent with breathtaking views of the mountains & countryside. The food in the restaurant is excellent & there are numerous options at all times of the day. The service at the front desk & at the restaurant are prefect: helpful, friendly, & enthusiastic. Taxi rides from the hotel to a variety of destinations are easy to get & inexpensive. I had a cabin with a balcony. It felt like a cabin in the mountains but with strong hot water in the shower.

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Miriam

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was beautiful, views were amazing, the place was well decorated, the rooms were so unique. We stayed in one of the hobbit room, so peaceful and beautiful. very clean and good amenities. it included a welcome drink, coffee was a bit pricey, however we enjoyed our stay so much. Highly recommend.

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Dining

Food is frequently praised as excellent, with some variety and generally positive experiences. However, service around meals can be slow and orders occasionally get mixed up.

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NAHUEL

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No nos avisaron que iba a estar en remodelación el hotel, y durante todos los días que estuvimos allí estuvieron haciendo mucho ruido mientras trabajaban, sumado al polvo. Casi no podíamos tener reuniones laborales del ruido que había. La atención cada vez que queríamos comer o tomar algo también era bastante lenta. El resto impecable, muy hermoso.

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SUZANA

Nov 18, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful place. Excellent food. Great service. Simple but sustainable. With good amenities like jacuzzi and pool. Lots of green surroundings and beautiful views.

10

Aimee

Feb 12, 2023

·

What a cool place! It’s part hostel and part hotel. We stayed in one of the hobbit homes and it was beyond cool. Everything was new and updated inside the home. It was a very nice, but casual environment around the hotel. It had a great vibe of young and older adults. The dining area is large and a great hangout for all visitors. The views of the mountains were fantastic. The staff was very helpful and even had a laundry service for us. The food was great. It was a very fun and unique place to stay. We really enjoyed it and would book there again.

10

Jacqueline

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone here was absolutely amazing. Views were great. Food was delicious. Staff is so friendly. Front desk worker Reynina was our favorite.

10

Fernando

Mar 18, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent dining

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Reggie

Feb 23, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing property! Very attentive staff. Good food. Unique castle and hobbit holes! I’ve been to many great hostels and this one tops them all!

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Edward

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Meseros confundiendo ordenes, no hubo nunca limpieza de habitación ni agua caliente. El lugar es precioso, cuando atinan a servir la comida bien, la misma guarda relación costo calidad.

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Manuel

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Bambuda is fantastic. The location is excellent with breathtaking views of the mountains & countryside. The food in the restaurant is excellent & there are numerous options at all times of the day. The service at the front desk & at the restaurant are prefect: helpful, friendly, & enthusiastic. Taxi rides from the hotel to a variety of destinations are easy to get & inexpensive. I had a cabin with a balcony. It felt like a cabin in the mountains but with strong hot water in the shower.

10

Miriam

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was beautiful, views were amazing, the place was well decorated, the rooms were so unique. We stayed in one of the hobbit room, so peaceful and beautiful. very clean and good amenities. it included a welcome drink, coffee was a bit pricey, however we enjoyed our stay so much. Highly recommend.

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1 $63	2 $66	3 $68	4 $71	5 $173	6 $117	7 $176
8 $109	9 $69	10 $71	11 $66	12 $66	13 $71	14 $74
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