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Bluff Beach Retreat

3.0 star property
Family-friendly bed & breakfast on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Gym
Beach/ocean view
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
La Playa Casita | Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Bluff Beach, Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro, Panama
  • Bluff Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Paunch Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Room options

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Terrace/patio

Panoramic Cabin

  • 800 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Living area

Panoramic Double Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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La Playa Casita | Front of property

La Playa Casita

  • 3500 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Double Room

  • 400 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Double or Twin Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach House

  • 5000 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds and 5 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Triple Room

  • 400 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bluff Beach Resort

  • 10000 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 19
  • 3 Queen Beds and 13 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bocas del Toro

Bluff Beach is a short stroll from Bluff Beach Retreat, and other popular attractions like Paunch Beach are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 3-star bed & breakfast has 9 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.
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What's nearby

  • Bluff Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paunch Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tortuga Beach - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 25 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Starfish Beach - 56 min drive - 15.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪JJ’s at Bocas Blended - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brother’s - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Bluff Beach Retreat

Family-friendly bed & breakfast on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests staying at Bluff Beach Retreat enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include meeting rooms, free use of bicycles, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Kitchens, furnished balconies or patios, and sitting areas are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages and body treatments.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Arcade/game room
  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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 doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 15.00 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include 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: 7:30 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Bluff Beach Retreat Hotel Panama
Bluff Beach Retreat Hotel
Bluff Beach Retreat Panama
Bluff Beach Retreat Hotel Bocas Town
Bluff Beach Retreat Panama/Bocas Del Toro - Isla Colon
Bluff Beach Retreat Hotel Bocas del Toro
Bluff Beach Retreat Bocas del Toro
Bluff Beach Retreat B&B Bocas del Toro
Bluff Beach Retreat B&B
Bluff Retreat Bocas Del Toro
Bluff Beach Retreat Bocas del Toro
Bluff Beach Retreat Bed & breakfast
Bluff Beach Retreat Bed & breakfast Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Bluff Beach Retreat?

Bluff Beach Retreat provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Bluff Beach Retreat?

This bed & breakfast is located in Bocas del Toro within a short 9-minute walk of Bluff Beach. You'll also find Paunch Beach and Tortuga Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Bluff Beach Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Is there a spa available at Bluff Beach Retreat?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include couples treatments, body treatments, and massages.

Does Bluff Beach Retreat feature a casino?

No, Bluff Beach Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bluff Beach Retreat?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Is Bluff Beach Retreat good for couples?

This beachfront bed u0026 breakfast offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Bluff Beach Retreat?

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

Does Bluff Beach Retreat feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bluff Beach Retreat serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Bluff Beach Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Bluff Beach Retreat.

Are there connecting rooms at Bluff Beach Retreat?

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

How far is the airport from Bluff Beach Retreat?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bluff Beach Retreat?

Yes, every guestroom at Bluff Beach Retreat comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Bluff Beach Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's hard to share how wonderful this place really is to experience. Single guy traveling in wet season. This place is amazing. The people who run the place care, love the area and place and everything was more than I could imagine. It's not a hotel high rise, big city, AC hotel, a million TV channels, don't seek that here. Wifi is perfect though as needed. It's the most amazing experience waking up and living with the sounds of waves, birds, rain showers and amazing food. Don't miss the breakfast. Every place offers breakfast but in over a decade even with family I've never had a better more home cooked breakfast every morning. Those sweet ladies made my mornings and I am grateful for the care and kindness the island, resort and people brand to my trip. Highly recommended. Also want to share a family of 5 was also there in wet season with me and totally delightful with kids. A great place for all!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a little paradise, beautiful garden, great swimming pool, very well designed buildings and all self-sustainable. Augusto, Anita, Aragon! :-) and the other members of the staff made us feel very welcome. Special thanks to Rico, who showed us where we could spot the sloth; we would not have been able to find it without him. We saw cappuccino and howler monkeys, aguoties, hummingbirds, from very close. We're sorry that we didn't have time to visit Ron's farm with limetrees and horses. But we tasted the lime pie in the restautant nextdoor, made with his limes, very delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful place

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay. Great place to get away from everybody and everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lars

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

The Best!

This was one of the best vacation spots I've experienced. There are so many nice features, e.g. eco-friendly resort design, bicycles, beach equipment, wildlife, comfortable lodging, location near beautiful beaches, dining nearby, awesome lap pool, and very friendly and attentive on-site hosts. It was very much a paradise and I hope to return someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Loved it!!

Super cool, very unique, amazing people highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Great family location in remote area of Bocas

There are many wonderful things to say about this 'off the beaten path' spot in Isla Colon. First, it really is down a sandy, unpaved lane that hugs the edge of the "bluff" beach and is a very bumpy ride, but was navigated well by either of the two dedicated taxi drivers that work directly with the owners and will make sure that you are picked up and/or delivered ontime wherever you are going. After that little taxi adventure, you will arrive to welcoming hosts that help you get settled in quickly. We stayed with our 10 yr old son in a 2-bedroom cabin that was extremely clean and comfortable. The kitchen had ready access to purified water (charcoal and UV purified from reclaimed rainwater), as well as full appliances, pans, plates, etc. You'll find a lovely long lap pool with lots of kids' pool toys, bikes to take and roam about, a yoga and exercise room, and a terrific masseuse "on call" who does wonderful lymphatic work. In terms of food, they have no restaurant for lunch/dinner, so you'll need to take a short walk to a nearby hotel that does have one (the hosts will call for you and notify them you'll be coming), but they do provide not just one, but TWO breakfasts! There's an early breakfast that starts at 7am with coffee/tea and cereal (including homemade granola), and then at 8:30am there's a full breakfast with things like eggs, freshly made bread, etc. Just delicious. This was definitely a great experience and value all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Paradise

A gem of a place in stunningly beautiful natural surroundings. Staff and owner are wonderful: super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. We loved every minute and stayed for longer than we planned (which the owner and staff were kind enough to accommodate). We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ivan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

MAngelicaBarros, Santiago de Chile

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Muy bonita la casa , el lugar , la playa Maravillosa , no apta para bañarse Eso no aparecía en la reserva . La ducha horrible , mal echa muy abierta se salía toda el agua , quedando el Baño saturado de agua y húmedo.. El desayuno malo al estilo americano Tipo Niño , cosas con mucha grasa Y no saludable . El personal de mal carácter ., debieran ser más amables y serviciales con el Turista
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spend 5 nights at this hotel, and we wish we could have stayed at least a month. The hotel and surroundings are beautiful, the breaksfast is delicious and Steve, Karen and Ron are so helpful and friendly. The beach is just across the road, you live in the jungle and there are amazing restaurants within 5 minutes walk. We couldn’t ask for a more perfect destination for our vacation - we’ll be back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luis Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

William Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel es acogedor muy bueno para descansar. Buena atención de los empleados y el dueño. Se debe mejorar el camino hacia el hotel. La atención y los huéspedes durante el tiempo que estuve fue excelente.