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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.

The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, a few steps from the hostel.

Great place, one of the best ones in Bocas, staff is nice (especially Rölo), clean, comfy

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8.6
Fabulous
1,176 reviews
Price from
€ 25
per night

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.

I have to say that it was one of the best hostel experiences I've ever had. The hostel itself is clean, spacious and has a really welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. The staff are all friendly and helpful, making me feel at home from the moment I arrived. I had an amazing time here and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to chill, read a book, meet new people, enjoy the nature and an amazing ocean view. A special thanks to my friend Marco that, as a part of the staff, was a huge factor in making my stay so amazing. I can't thank him enough for his kindness and hospitality, and I hope to stay at Bambuda again in the future. Finally, a shout-out to the kitchen chef! I had the best meals in Panamá because of his dinners! Thank you!

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8.9
Fabulous
1,621 reviews
Price from
€ 20
per night

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

At the hostel you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Italian cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested.

Staff friendliness, easygoing, and the location!

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8.1
Very good
415 reviews
Price from
€ 28
per night

Hostal On The Sea is offering accommodation in Bocas Town. With a private beach area, the property also features barbecue facilities. The hostel provides a shared lounge.

Guest rooms in the hostel are equipped with a coffee machine. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Hostal On The Sea also offer free WiFi. The units will provide guests with a toaster.

Martha is a great host! She is extremely kind and has a good sense of humor. Additionally, the location of the hostel is also good as it is a quiet area and about a five-to-ten-minute walk from the downtown area.

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8.8
Fabulous
172 reviews
Price from
€ 14
per night

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.

Lovely place in Bocas town with nice rooms and a great location. Good value for money. Thomas is a welcoming and helpful host, and I would highly recommend a stay at Surfari Bocas!

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8.6
Fabulous
623 reviews
Price from
€ 28
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.

The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, a few steps from the hostel.

Location, cleanlines, value for money.

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8.1
Very good
406 reviews

Hostal del Mar - Main Street is located in Bocas del Toro, with excellent sea views. It is just 50 metres from the city’s restaurant and bar zone and 25 km from the airport.

Each room comes with a fan, tiled floors and a private bathroom with a shower, towels and linen.

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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8.1
Very good
323 reviews

Located 1 block from the seafront in Bocas del Toro, Spanish by the Sea – Bocas offers a communal kitchen and dining area, a garden, a space with lots hammocks and accommodation with free Wi-Fi.

The Spanish by the Sea hostel features private rooms and beds in dormitories, all with access to shared bathrooms. There is private lockers available in the hostel.

The hostel is also a school for teaching spanish. The staff and owner were really helpful, and they organized daily tours! The dorm I stayed in was female and only 4 beds. I pretty much had the dorm all to myself the whole time. It's not a party hard hostel and it was exactly what I needed. The wifi was fast and I had lots of work done. The location is great, not far from everything we needed. The facility was good, everything was very clean!

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8
Very good
666 reviews
Price from
€ 16
per night

Located in Bocas del Toro and with Istmito reachable within 1.5 km, Old Bocasso provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

The hostel features certain rooms that include garden views, and each room has a private bathroom with a shower. At Old Bocasso the rooms have bed linen and towels.

Good value for money accommodation. The host Jarek was very friendly and helpful with everything!

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8.3
Very good
62 reviews
Price from
€ 43
per night

Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bocas del Toro. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are provided.

Carenero Beach is 90 metres from the hostel. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International, 1 km from Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Such a cute place. Great for relaxing during the day and having fun at night (good for hanging out with the Friday crowd without having to pay for the whole thing). Staff was amazing and very friendly. Lots of spots to sit and chill too!!

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7.9
Good
202 reviews
Price from
€ 22
per night

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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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  • Bambuda Bocas Town
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,176 reviews

    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.

    beautiful view, great kitchen, friendly staff, and clean rooms

  • Bambuda Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,621 reviews

    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.

    Food really not nice, and the kitchen not work 24h .

  • Bastimentos Hill Guest House
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 415 reviews

    Set in Bocas del Toro, Bastimentos Hill Guest House has a shared lounge, terrace, private beach area, and free WiFi.

    Big terrace with great views, well equipped kitchen

  • Surfari Bocas
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 623 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.

    Great staff and location. Super clean Well stocked kitchen

  • El Jaguar
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 406 reviews

    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.

    Hyggeligt hostel med gode turer rundt i bocas del toro.

  • Old Bocasso
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 62 reviews

    Located in Bocas del Toro and with Istmito reachable within 1.5 km, Old Bocasso provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Miły właściciel, dobra lokalizacja, wyposażona kuchnia.

  • Hostal del Mar - Main Street
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 323 reviews

    Hostal del Mar - Main Street is located in Bocas del Toro, with excellent sea views. It is just 50 metres from the city’s restaurant and bar zone and 25 km from the airport.

    clean rooms, good location, friendly staff, common area

  • Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 202 reviews

    Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bocas del Toro. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are provided. Carenero Beach is 90 metres from the hostel.

    Todas las instalaciones, las vistas y actividades!! Espectacular

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Hostels that guests love in Bocas del Toro

  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 930 reviews
    The price is very cheap, especially for a private room. Hostel was pretty quiet and chill. Kitchen was well equipped and there’s plenty of refrigeration space. Staff were helpful. Located very close to restaurants, bars, clubs and boat taxi harbours.
    Omer
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 14.24
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 278 reviews
    The hostel was super cheap which was great for travellers (like us) who are on a budget. The option to rent a fan was great too although it actually wasn’t too hot at night. Loved the outside shower! It’s a little bit further out of town but only $1 for a taxi so not bad at all.
    Indie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 39.61
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,460 reviews
    The hostel is located in a cool area close to all restaurants and clubs and you also get a free welcome drink, so that’s cool to meet new people :)
    Marie
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 202 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!).
    Benedikt
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 69.48
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 943 reviews
    Great location at beautiful Red Frog Beach, good guest guidance before arrival. The food in the restaurant did taste amazing. Would not recommend booking with breakfast, the menu is limited and it ends up cheaper to order directly from the menu. The dorm itself was spacious and elegant.
    Caecilie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 91.55
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 206 reviews
    We paid for the cheaper private room. There was ac and hot water. The breakfast was simple but good, bread, coffee, eggs and fruit. I believe the hotel is under new ownership and undergoing improvements. Our room was a little tired. It's in a great location to reach restaurants, the beach, and Panama dive centre which was what we wanted. You can easily get back to Colon Island by water taxi for more restaurants and shops.
    Nicola
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 91.55
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 206 reviews
    A beautiful safe place in paradise. Kitchen was clean and had everything needed to prepare meals. Was always someone on the property for any needs. Hostel was cute and close to the surf!!! I loved the amazing snorkeling right on the property with sandy bottom. The breakfast was simple but nice to start the day.
    S
    Shanna
    Solo traveller
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 202 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.
    vickyurian
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 27.74
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 415 reviews
    Enrique is an excellent host, so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the area. He even took our children out on a fishing trip. We were upgraded to the larger room with it’s own kitchen. The hostel is in a great location, and has a dock right in front. There is a mini market right next door, and some lovely restaurants nearby.
    Georgina
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 69.48
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,176 reviews
    Probably the best hostel i have stayed in. Fantastic setting and in a great location.
    robbie
    Group