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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. WiFi access is available for guests.

The property offers individual beds in dormitories or private rooms. You can enjoy views of the ocean, an outdoor seating area, a safety deposit box and bed linen. The atmosphere is amazing, the staff is so friendly and they try to make everything for you, even the volunteers. The place is very nice and the vibes are super cool

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9
Superb
1,421 reviews
Price from
US$25.05
per night

Set in Boca del Drago, this beachfort property offers accommodation in Bocas Town. The property is a 20 minutes walk from Playa Estrella.

The unit fitted with a kitchen, four rooms with provate bathroom, living room and private access to the beach. Towels and bed linen are available at Drago Beach Lodge. Other facilities at Drago Beach Lodge include a terrace and hammocks. The private beach is lovely, the gardens around the house too.. The facilities and rooms are like on pics

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9
Superb
148 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

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. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view. Wonderful hotel in an excellent location. Food is great, in a charming restaurant over the water. The staff and service just outstanding. We had 5 wonderful days at this location.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,638 reviews
Price from
US$27.32
per night

Located in Bocas del Toro, 1.5 km from Istmito, Old Bocasso has a number of amenities including a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

At the hostel each room has air conditioning and a private bathroom. Staff were amazing, attentive and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Great location. AC would have been nice, but was fine with the fan. Recommended!

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8.4
Very good
155 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

Aqua Lounge features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bocas del Toro. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy an à la carte or a continental breakfast. Awesome staff! Amazing location, short trips away from the best surf spots. Great food, parties and also some quiet if you feel like. Highly recommended!!!

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8
Very good
213 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Cliff's Hostel is set in La Gruta, less than 1 km from Istmito and 2.4 km from Y Griega Beach. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests. Very good location and amazing vibe in this hostel. Why paying shitloads for selina and co! If you wanna have a real hostel experience then this is the place to be!

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8.5
Very good
246 reviews

Hostal On The Sea has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Bocas del Toro. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 800 metres from Istmito.

At the hostel, all rooms include a wardrobe and a balcony with a sea view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Martha was a great host! Her home is in a beautiful location and next to everything downtown. Short walk from the airport as well!

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8.1
Very good
196 reviews

Surfari Bocas offers pet-friendly accommodation in Bocas Town.

The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom fitted with a hot water shower. Surfari Bocas features free WiFi throughout the property. Laundry service, location, kind host

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8.8
Fabulous
624 reviews
Price from
US$29.75
per night

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. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. 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 🤣

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8.4
Very good
366 reviews

Hotelito del Mar - Main Street is offering accommodation in Bocas del Toro. Among the facilities at this property are a tour desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.5 km from Istmito.

At the hostel all rooms have air conditioning, a wardrobe, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a terrace with a city view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Perfect location in town with a beautiful view over the water. Wasn’t as loud as some of the reviews suggest. Staff were very nice.

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8.9
Fabulous
209 reviews

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