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Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

2.5 star property
Escape to an island getaway that serves up delicious local eats. Unwind in style by taking in breathtaking views from your perch on our lively outdoor space.

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Oceanview Premium Queen Room | Beach/ocean view
Oceanview King Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel, where you can unwind on the outdoor entertainment area or enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant. Stay connected with high-speed WiFi and take advantage of a 24-hour front desk, tour assistance, dry cleaning services, smoke-free premises and a dock.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (11)

  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The current price is $118
includes taxes & fees
$107 per night
Mar 4 - Mar 5

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Just Right | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Just Right

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Queen Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Friends & Family | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Friends & Family

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Oceanview Premium Queen Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanview Premium Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oceanview Premium Friends & Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanview Premium Friends & Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Just Right With Balcony | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Just Right With Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oceanview King Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanview King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Laptop workspace
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pod in 6-Pod Shared Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Pod in 6-Pod Shared Room

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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 18 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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Pod in 4-Pod Shared Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Pod in 4-Pod Shared Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida H Norte entre Calle 5 y 6, Isla Colon Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro

What's nearby

  • Tortuga Beach - 1 min walk
  • Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea - 1 min walk
  • Bocas Marina - 11 min walk
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk
  • Carenero Island - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JJ’s at Bocas Blended - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brother’s - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

Enjoy your visit to Bocas del Toro with a stay at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • It is the policy of the property that children under 18 can only stay in a private room and cannot be accommodated in shared dormitory rooms. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and proof of this must be provided on request.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (9 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Dock
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Bambuda Bocas Town
Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel Bocas del Toro
Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel like?

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel is a short 1-minute drive from Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) and 13 minutes' walk from Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal.

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Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great hostel, amazing staff, good food and drinks! We had a fun stay at the Bambuda :)
Charles-Étienne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

amazing
Dayrelis, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feels like a boutique hotel ☺️ nothing to complain about, would go there again!
Chiara, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super!
Very nice hotel with very good food. Came back here to eat after check out. A nice hang out place.
Eline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place on the waters to spend great family time. Fantastic drinks and food, awesome company of fellow travelers. Francisca and Svea were great! Arulo was a great host and made our stay super fun!
Twinkle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property on the beach
Brian, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The restaurant exhaust fan made the room 12 vibrate. From 7:30 am -11:00pm it is impossible to sleep till restaurant kitchen closes.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay
I had a great stay and ended up extending for a couple of days. Very friendly in the reception and restaurant. Good food and conmen area with plenty of space to work from.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Cheap ploys to con tourists. Breakfast is $8 if you purchase at checkin only ( read fine print). Show up at breakfast and pay $20 . Happy hour is 4-7 pm - only sodas and 1 cocktail is half price.
Hassan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel in Bocas! Location perfect, many activities making it easy to meet new people. Had 4-bed dorm and all bed had curtains. Totally recommend!
Hanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful hotel and everything in Bocas town within walking distance. No refrigerator or coffee maker in rooms and the restaurant area doesn’t open until 7 to 7:30 so you can’t get anything to drink or coffee until then.
Christine, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was adequate. Not much to it. It was plain and small. The restaurant and public area was nice and right over the water. Food and drinks were good and very reasonably priced. The view over the ocean was very nice. However for the nightly rate I would not go there again.
Jorge, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bramnew. Besutifull. The first night when i got up i felt i was in a yate.
eli, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful water view lounge, restaurant and room
Lovely ocean view suite which was nice, quiet and peaceful to watch the days go by while working. Although early check-in wasn't available, there is luggage storage and access to the common lounge/restaurant area which was a beautifully decorated space to enjoy with the water swing, floaties and access to swim right from the deck. The front desk team were extremely friendly and helpful with checking in on stay and providing local information with tours. I loved that there was filtered water available to guests to reduce plastic bottles. Although one night the water cut-off but this is common on the island as they depend on rain so use mindfully. The included breakfast was also nice with international vegetarian options. Would not hesitate to stay here again, although it is a bit on the higher end if wanting the overwater rooms.
Huyen, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Value for money very bad - had a single room including bathroom. The room was dark, the bed dirty.
Sina, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

This place has a good thing going but the check-in was lacking. I was exhausted and patiently waited for 3pm to come so i could get some rest. It took 28 minutes, after asking ywice about the room tone taken to the room.
Wendy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Phenomenal Property!
Bambuda is exceptional! From the moment you enter the property, the décor amazes you. From the fantastic wall art to all the wooden fixtures and furniture, everything is designed to impress. Check-In was a breeze and though there was no hot water in the newer section of the building, I didn't miss it because the water was room temperature. The private rooms are beautifully appointed with breathtaking views of the ocean. I loved that the hand and body wash in the bathroom are eco-friendly. In fact, the lodge is very eco-conscious. The bar/restaurant serves delectable food at reasonable prices. Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with my stay and would book again in a heartbeat on my next trip back to Bocas del Toro!
Oneil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful little slice of heaven
We had a fantastic stay at Bambudas. The entire staff were amazing. The facility itself is wonderful. You feel the boutique hotel vibe mix with a friendly young backpackers atmosphere. The food and drinks at the cafe are great. People are always asking how everything is and take great pride in working there. Only two things I could think of to make the stay better. One, definitely ass a safe to the rooms this way people can lock away passports and other valuables. Secondly I would get a proper ladder installed to get in and out of the water. Someone is bound to get hurt on the broken ladder they have there currently I know I almost did. Other than those two things this place is awesome!
Yaron, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not so good stay!
We had a two nights stay at Bambuda during our visit to Colon Island. The premium queen room that we booked felt small, and apparently none of the rooms at Bambuda have hot water for shower. So we had no other choice but cold shower, which was unpleasant since the water is quite cold in November. We feel the owner should at least mentioned in their listing description that hot water is not available so guests know up front when booking. Adding to that, my husband had a near miss incident when the shower head came crashing to the floor narrowly missing his head (would have been a decent bruise otherwise). When reported, the staff didn’t seem to care at all and did not fix the shower head issue until the following day. So no shower for one night. Not to mention shampoo and conditioner were not provided. It seems like they don’t want us to take showers at all. Also, the towels have stained spots, and the hotel did not have any extra for replacement when we requested. Unfortunately We can’t recommend this place due to the bad experience during our stay.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Eduardo, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Eva, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Espectacular
Mi primera vez en Bocas del Toro y todos en el hotel hicieron nuestra estadía súper especial 100% recomendado, desde Carmen, Suly, Pablo y Azael, la comida excelente los desayunos súper y los happy hours y el ambiente de la tarde extraordinario
Juan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Un lugar y hospedaje muy cómodos, tranquilo y seguro
janeth, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Deborah, 2-night trip