Akwaba Lodge

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Bastimentos with free breakfast and a coffee shop
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Panoramic Room, Sea View (muelle privado) | Beach
Miscellaneous
House, Sea View (Jungle) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Cabin, Ensuite, Sea View (Casa Marina) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Family Cottage, Ensuite, Lagoon View (Jungle House Familiale) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
isla solarte, Bastimentos, bocas del toro
  • Red Frog Beach
  • Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
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Room options

House, Sea View (Jungle)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, Ensuite, Sea View (Casa Marina)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, Sea View (Twin, Queen)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room (Double Budget)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Cottage, Ensuite, Lagoon View (Jungle House Familiale)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Apartment, Sea View (Apartamento)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Room, Sea View (muelle privado)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bastimentos

Akwaba Lodge is a short distance from Bastimentos Sky Zipline and Red Frog Beach. This 5-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

Restaurants

  • Barco Hundido Bar
  • The Pirate Bar Restaurant
  • Café Del Mar
  • coco fastronomy
  • Brother’s

About this property

Akwaba Lodge

Bed & breakfast in Bastimentos with free breakfast and a coffee shop
Akwaba Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include ceiling fans, safes, and wardrobes or closets. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Akwaba

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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 free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

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 only accepts cash
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: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Akwaba Lodge Bastimentos
Akwaba Lodge Bed & breakfast
Akwaba Lodge Bed & breakfast Bastimentos

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Akwaba Lodge?

Akwaba Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Akwaba Lodge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Bastimentos, close to Red Frog Beach, Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal, and Bocas Marina. You'll also find Tortuga Beach and Paunch Beach nearby.

Will I be able to park at Akwaba Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking.

Does Akwaba Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Akwaba Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Akwaba Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Akwaba Lodge?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this bed u0026 breakfast, including premium bedding and a hydromassage showerhead in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Akwaba Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Akwaba Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Akwaba Lodge serves free continental breakfast at Akwaba each morning.

Will Akwaba Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Akwaba Lodge and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Akwaba Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Akwaba Lodge?

The closest major airport to Akwaba Lodge is Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.), which is 4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Akwaba Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Akwaba Lodge comes with a deck with some featuring sea or courtyard views.

Akwaba Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jocelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Akwaba Lodge was wonderful in all aspects. An absolutely beautiful property, and Our room was very clean and comfortable and had everything we n
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place of the entire trip!! Great hosts and excellent chef. Soooo peaceful and very romantic in a rustic sense. The wonderful lodge-like structure is somewhat secluded on an island near Bocas Del Toro, It is only accessible by boat and most tours will pick you up at their dock. The English-speaking owner can help arrange this. They have a sweet dog that bonds quickly to guests, but is not intrusive. Love this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are so happy we stayed at Akwaba Lodge. The grounds are well maintained and we had opportunity to walk around and explore. We loved and appreciated the home made meals, breakfast to get us going with fresh homemade bread and jams. Then dinners, with a couple options to choose from, were delicious. We felt like we were part of the family dining there. The room had all we needed and was cleaned daily. We enjoyed some time just sitting at the table outside our room or relaxing in the hammocks. Easy access to the dock for excursions and adventures. Natali and Jean-Christian were helpful with any of our questions, were happy to help plan activities, and even took us on a little jungle tour out back, where we saw sloths, red tree frogs and so many varieties of fruit trees! Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay. We had only booked 2 nights, but extended to 5 nights. The hospitality was amazing, Natalie, Jean, Anna, and Arturo were wonderful. The daily breakfast was appreciated, as was the wonderful dinner. There were 2-3 options each night. Kayaks, SUP, and snorkeling gear were provided Do not hesitate in booking this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary Lee

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

The good and the bad

The French couple that ran the hotel were super very helpful and very nice. There was no menu there was one choice for dinner and that was a problem for me. The desserts were wonderful. I walk with a cane and going upstairs to the lodge there was no handrail, but they had an employee help me up and handle my luggage. I was eaten up by bug bites and I requested another fan at night time and they were very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the privacy and peaceful nature of Akwaba lodge. Natali and family were wonderful hosts. Breakfast was superb! Really enjoyed spending my 30th here. They left me a little birthday gift which was a lovely. It was really clean and comfortable. We even got to go kayaking and paddle boarding with no extra charge! I would stay here again. Highly recommend. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Franchement top! 👌

Dès l'arrivée, un accueil personnalisé par Nathalie. Nous avions pour nos 3 nuits une "cabane" vue sur la mer des Caraïbes tout confort et à vrai dire incroyable ! En ce qui concerne les repas au restaurant une ambiance familiale très apaisante, et que dire de la qualité des repas tout juste franchement délicieux ! Sur l'ensemble de notre parcours à travers le Panama c'est là où nous avons le mieux mangé sans aucun doute ! La mer accessible à différents endroits, mise à disposition de canoë, padel, matériel de snorkeling etc. Les propriétaires sont vraiment d'une gentillesse infinie.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

François

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtes exceptionnels à l'écoute de nos besoins! Un endroit et des hôtes au delà de nos attentes! Un gros merci à Natali et Jean-Christian! De plus les hôtes sont parfaitement trilingue!

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar, muy acogedor, conexión con la naturaleza increíble. Jean, Natali, Arturo y Oscar, te hacen sentir en casa. Lugar super recomendado. Habitación limpia y con detalles increíbles, comida riquisima. Sumergirte en aguas tranquila y cristalina desde el muelle lo máximo, tienen kayak disponible para paseos alrededor de la propiedad.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La chambre était très bien, le site était superbe avec de jolies fleurs et arbres, il était grand avec des beaux sentiers pour se promener, le personnel très attentionné et aidant lors de notre séjour, nous avons adoré échanger avec eux, ils nous ont donné de bons conseils, le personnel était gentil. Nous avons très bien mangé à tous les repas de la journée. Je recommande cet hôtel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024