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Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

2.5 star property
Hostel in Bocas del Toro with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Restaurant
Reception
Oceanview King Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Oceanview King Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Avenida H Norte entre Calle 5 y 6, Isla Colon Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bocas Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tortuga Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    ‪6 min walk‬

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Room options

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Just Right | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Just Right

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Queen Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Friends & Family | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Friends & Family

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Oceanview Premium Queen Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanview Premium Queen Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oceanview Premium Friends & Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanview Premium Friends & Family Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Just Right With Balcony | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Just Right With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oceanview King Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanview King Suite

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pod in 6-Pod Shared Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pod in 6-Pod Shared Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 18 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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Pod in 4-Pod Shared Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pod in 4-Pod Shared Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bocas del Toro

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel places you next to Tortuga Beach and Bluff Beach. This 29-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Bolivar Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bocas Marina - 5 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Tortuga Beach - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Paunch Beach - 14 min drive - 4.2 miles

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

Hostel in Bocas del Toro with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel, guests have access to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include ceiling fans and wardrobes or closets.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 9 and younger (only guests older than 9 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 8 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Bocas del Toro, just steps from Tortuga Beach and Red Frog Beach, and within a short walk of Paunch Beach. You'll also find Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Bluff Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel for a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel is Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel?

Yes, some rooms at Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel offer a balcony and may feature ocean views.

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina, Gilbert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have a great time! Beauyplaxe and the staff was so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadhinka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibes, friendly staff , good food, would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant exhaust fan made the room 12 vibrate. From 7:30 am -11:00pm it is impossible to sleep till restaurant kitchen closes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayrelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hassan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Dayrene

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huyen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Twinkle

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yaron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Sina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for money very bad - had a single room including bathroom. The room was dark, the bed dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

eli

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bramnew. Besutifull. The first night when i got up i felt i was in a yate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Lantana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oneil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charles-Étienne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, amazing staff, good food and drinks! We had a fun stay at the Bambuda :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024