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Hostels in Bocas del Toro

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Bambuda Bocas Town

Bocas del Toro

Featuring a shared lounge, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Bambuda Bocas Town is located in Bocas del Toro, less than 1 km from Istmito and 2.4 km from Y Griega Beach.

M
Marion
From
France
I was in a 4beds dorm: the beds were huge, had space to put our stuff and personnal plugs to charge devices, and after the first night they even installed curtains for more privacy, which is a must ! Confortable bathroom too. I loved the hostel ambiance, the welcome drink (that you could join every day), it was easy to meet people while still feeling a very relaxed and chill atmosphere, far away from the party hostels. The deck was perfect to do yoga, tan, jump on the water... As in the rest of the town its impossible to see the water as its only hostels and restaurant, it was nice to always enjoy the view from here. The volunteers working here were also very kind. You can take tour from them if you want (compare the peice though) The location is also good, not so long to walk to the "center" while calm. I could have stayed here much longuer !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,559 reviews
Price from
US$72.85
1 night, 2 adults

Bambuda Lodge

Bocas del Toro

Bambuda Lodge is located in the tropical rain forest in Bocas del Toro. The property features a coral reef off its dock and a swimming pool with an on-site bar and a fun and social atmosphere.

T
Thomas
From
Austria
Nice Lodge, very good food. Best Hotel in Panama.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,338 reviews
Price from
US$60.10
1 night, 2 adults

Bocasso

Bocas del Toro

Located in Bocas del Toro, 1.5 km from Istmito, Bocasso has a number of amenities including a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and free WiFi.

B
Bohumil
From
Slovakia
The location is nice, near center of the town, and it is convenient to go to the central city. Surrounding shops, restaurants, bars are plentiful, locals live. The room facilities are sufficient. The water pressure was small and not very warm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews
Price from
US$63.65
1 night, 2 adults

Bastimentos Hill Guest House

Bocas del Toro

Bastimentos Hill Guest House has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Bocas del Toro. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests.

C
Curcha
From
Brazil
Great staff! Enrique and his family are great hosts and are actively trying to make Bastimentos island an even better destination for visitors. Atmosphere is the nicest we had in Bocas! Wizard is one of the most beautiful and relaxing beaches in the archipelago (they are building a new track that should make it much easier to reach it). Big room with a nice air conditioner
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal On The Sea

Bocas del Toro

Hostal On The Sea has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Bocas del Toro.

L
Lauren
From
Belgium
Martha was my mama in Bocas. She’s incredibly helpful and lovely. I extended my stay with her twice. Hostal on the sea is a great place- on the water, super close to town, clean and really close to shops/bakery/bars. One of my fave hostels. Gracias por todo Martha. Hasta luego xx
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Surfari Bocas

Bocas del Toro

Surfari Bocas offers pet-friendly accommodation in Bocas Town. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom fitted with a hot water shower.

K
Kinawa
From
Germany
Friendly staff, helpful and knowledgeable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

El Jaguar

Bocas del Toro

Situated in Bocas del Toro, El Jaguar has a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

J
Johannes
From
Germany
It’s really a lovely hostel right at (above) the water. My room was really great and felt way bigger than it looks on the photos. The owner and the staff were super friendly. I can recommend the happy hour 🤣
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
Price from
US$26
1 night, 2 adults

Spanish by the Sea - Bocas

Bocas del Toro

Set in Bocas del Toro and within 1.6 km of Istmito, Spanish by the Sea - Bocas has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

I
Irena
From
Slovenia
Location is close to all the boats, had a nice garden and comfy beds. Loved people working there. And I was all about their breakfast 🥰
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

The Bocas Corner

Bocas del Toro

The Bocas Corner features accommodation in Bocas del Toro. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Istmito.

l
louis
From
Cyprus
The volunteer working there was super friendly. Very accommodating. Lovely laidback atmosphere in general
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Skully's Hostel

La Gruta (Near Bocas del Toro)

Skully's Hostel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and terrace in La Gruta.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Great location and if you like to party it is the perfect spot to meet new people. Also, everyday new activities and you should make sure to be at the Filthy Friday party (everyone around is coming and the whole hostel is packed!).
Guest review by
Benedikt
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
The location is perfect, just one min away from Bocas town. The hostel got a lot of potential, keep in mind is a party hostel so it's very loud, but if you are looking to meet new people this is the right place.
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vickyurian
Solo traveller