Cosmic Crab Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Balcony view
Starfish Family Cabin | Garden view
Crab Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Crab Family Room | Living area
Crab Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Carenero Island Trail, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro
  • Place, Bocas Marina
  • Place, Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Tortuga Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Sea Turtle Over Water

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Lionfish Bungalow Overwater

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Dolphin Overwater Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Manatee Bungalow Over Water

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Caracol, Over Water

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Mermaid Over Water

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cabin

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Coconut Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Seahorse Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Gecko Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Butterfly Room

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Toucan Family Cabin

  • 603 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Hummingbird Room

  • 603 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Starfish Family Cabin

  • 603 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Crab Family Room

  • 990 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bocas del Toro

Located within a 5-minute walk of Bolivar Park, Cosmic Crab Resort is within a 15-minute stroll of Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea. This 15-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a marina, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Playa El Istmito - 14 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tortuga Beach - 18 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Paunch Beach - 24 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 55 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tequila Republic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Merén Pool Club & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toro Loco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cosmic Crab - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Cosmic Crab Resort

Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests staying at Cosmic Crab Resort enjoy access to a marina, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and a terrace.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and free toiletries. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a waterslide and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 12 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cosmic Crab Cafe

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • 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, debit 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cosmic Crab Resort Carenero Island
Cosmic Crab Carenero Island
Cosmic Crab Resort Carenero
Cosmic Crab Resort Hotel
Cosmic Crab Resort Bocas del Toro
Cosmic Crab Resort Hotel Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Cosmic Crab Resort?

Cosmic Crab Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosmic Crab Resort?

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosmic Crab Resort on Oct 16, 2025 start from $53.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to Cosmic Crab Resort?

This hotel in Bocas del Toro is within a 10-minute walk of Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal, Bolivar Park, and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea. You'll also find Tortuga Beach and Paunch Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Cosmic Crab Resort?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is there a spa at Cosmic Crab Resort?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Cosmic Crab Resort have a casino?

No, Cosmic Crab Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cosmic Crab Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Cosmic Crab Resort a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar with some guestrooms featuring Champagne service.

Are there hot tubs at Cosmic Crab Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Cosmic Crab Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cosmic Crab Resort has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Cosmic Crab Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Cosmic Crab Resort for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Cosmic Crab Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Cosmic Crab Resort?

The closest major airport to Cosmic Crab Resort is Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cosmic Crab Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Cosmic Crab Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does Cosmic Crab Resort have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Cosmic Crab Resort if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.