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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.

A
Annelise
From
Brazil
Location is perfect. The view was amazing. The vibe of the place was great. The food and drinks were nice. The staff was very friendly. Our room M4 was great. Live music was awesome.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,556 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.

S
Sarah
From
United Kingdom
Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Comfy and clean rooms, decent bathrooms. Super friendly staff. The pool area was really cool and loved the slide into the sea!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
Price from
US$68.81
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.

T
Tamas
From
Hungary
Easy to access from the port, nice and cool interior. Easy to get in to the accomodation, with electric door.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 172 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.

A
Armin
From
Germany
this place feels more like a home than a Hostal. Enrique is a very nice a knowledgeable guy. At his place are growing so many different fruits, it was just amazing.
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.

J
Judite Roze
From
Latvia
Beautiful and quiet place on the water with a lovely host. I had a wonderful time with Martha. I wish I could have stayed longer!
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.

r
ravit
From
Israel
Everything was perfect - warm welcome, answer to every question and help at every matter. The room was equipped up to the smallest detail with everything a traveler needs, the common area was cozy, clean and very useful, excellent laundry services and the amazing morning coffee was the icing on the cake. Excellent and quiet location a short walk from the center. warmly recommended! Especially for mature travelers who are looking for a quiet and quality place, away from the noise and bustle.
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, 344 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.

P
Patrycja Kamila
From
Netherlands
Amazing location! amazing staff! Perfect place,very comfortable dorm and bed! everything what you need and super good breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 683 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 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 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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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews
    From
    US$73
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
    From
    US$69
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 683 reviews
    From
    US$34
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
    From
    US$64
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
    From
    US$34
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
    From
    US$26
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults

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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.

A
Annelise
From
Brazil
Location is perfect. The view was amazing. The vibe of the place was great. The food and drinks were nice. The staff was very friendly. Our room M4 was great. Live music was awesome.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,556 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.

S
Sarah
From
United Kingdom
Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Comfy and clean rooms, decent bathrooms. Super friendly staff. The pool area was really cool and loved the slide into the sea!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
Price from
US$68.81
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.

T
Tamas
From
Hungary
Easy to access from the port, nice and cool interior. Easy to get in to the accomodation, with electric door.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 172 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.

A
Armin
From
Germany
this place feels more like a home than a Hostal. Enrique is a very nice a knowledgeable guy. At his place are growing so many different fruits, it was just amazing.
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.

J
Judite Roze
From
Latvia
Beautiful and quiet place on the water with a lovely host. I had a wonderful time with Martha. I wish I could have stayed longer!
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.

r
ravit
From
Israel
Everything was perfect - warm welcome, answer to every question and help at every matter. The room was equipped up to the smallest detail with everything a traveler needs, the common area was cozy, clean and very useful, excellent laundry services and the amazing morning coffee was the icing on the cake. Excellent and quiet location a short walk from the center. warmly recommended! Especially for mature travelers who are looking for a quiet and quality place, away from the noise and bustle.
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, 344 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.

P
Patrycja Kamila
From
Netherlands
Amazing location! amazing staff! Perfect place,very comfortable dorm and bed! everything what you need and super good breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 683 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 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 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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Looking for a hostel?

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, 189 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Bocas del Toro

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 683 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$38.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 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
Avg. price/night: US$38.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 245 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.
Guest review by
vickyurian
Solo traveller