Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Beach location and outdoor pool

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Enjoy a serene beach scene with a palm tree and endless ocean views.

Relax in a shaded outdoor space with a lounge chair and small table, overlooking the tranquil water view.

Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden pergola.

Stunning two-story building with a traditional design, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a beautifully maintained garden.

Surrounded by lush greenery, this serene pond features water lilies and lotus flowers in bloom.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Bar
Gym
24/7 front desk
Pool
Breakfast available
Housekeeping

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San Cristobal Island, Tierra Oscura, Bocas del Toro, 20001

Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
Red Frog Beach
Tortuga Beach
Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)

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Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

300 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

400 sq ft
Bay view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Very good

250 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Bocatorito

Dolphin Bay Hideaway is within the area of Bocas Marina and Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal. This 4-room bed & breakfast has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

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Restaurants

The Blue Coconut
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Sin Nombre Dolfin Bahia
Valle de las Rana
Bahia De Mina

About this property

Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Beach location and outdoor pool

Guests staying at Dolphin Bay Hideaway enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle at scheduled times for USD 40.00 per room one-way, as well as a beach shuttle. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and a garden.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and free toiletries are also available.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Relax in a serene beachside setting with a fire feature, comfortable seating, and a shaded thatched-roof area.

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Free airport shuttle

$230 nightly

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times
Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Things to do

Beach yoga
Boat tours
Ecotours
Fishing
Gym
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Kayaking
Motor boating
Outdoor pool
Rowing/canoeing
Snorkeling

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Beach towels
Garden
On the bay
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Vegetable garden

Accessibility

No elevator

1 building
100% renewable energy
2 floors
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Built in 2008
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Free bottled water

Ceiling fan
Composting
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 40.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per day
This property doesn't allow children 7 and younger (only guests older than 7 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 full breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 40.00 per room (one-way)
Late check-out fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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

This property uses solar energy

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: 2 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.

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 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.
No parking is available onsite.
This property accepts credit cards.
This property uses solar energy.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY B&B Bocatorito

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY B&B

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Bocatorito

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY B&B Tierra Oscura

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Tierra Oscura

Bed & breakfast DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Tierra Oscura

Tierra Oscura DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Bed & breakfast

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY B&B

Bed & breakfast DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY

Dolphin Hideaway Tierra Oscura

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Tierra Oscura

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Bed & breakfast

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Bed & breakfast Tierra Oscura

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Dolphin Bay Hideaway offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

Is parking available on site at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.

Is there a spa available at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include beach massages.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway include a casino on the premises?

No, Dolphin Bay Hideaway doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

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

Is Dolphin Bay Hideaway good for couples?

This waterfront bed u0026 breakfast offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

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

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dolphin Bay Hideaway serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Dolphin Bay Hideaway.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Dolphin Bay Hideaway.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Where is the closest airport to Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

The closest major airport to Dolphin Bay Hideaway is Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.), which is about 6.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Yes, every guestroom at Dolphin Bay Hideaway comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Dolphin Bay Hideaway Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Apr 29, 2025

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

Amazing week at Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Brian and his staff provide an amazing vacation experience! This eco-lodge is very small (5 rooms) which allows them to provide very personalized service. You do not need to plan your activities in advance, Brian will ask you over breakfast "what do you feel like doing today?' and whether you want to snorkel, or go to a nearby beach, take a nature walk in jungle or take a kayak out in bay, the staff will help coordinate everything for you. you can also just hang out on the huge porch and relax and read or play games with a lovely view of the bay. The food is amazing with great variety and lots of fresh produce from the area. Several pods of dolphins regularly visit the bay and are fun to view from a kayak or boat. And you can see sloths, monkeys, tree, frogs, rays, and many birds everyday. If you like off the beaten path vacations in a beautiful nature setting then this is your lodge. We highly recommend DBH!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Mar 21, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiu

Traveled with partner

Feb 7, 2025

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

这真的是一家非常独特的hotel，当你住在那儿一定会体验到不一样的感受。owner 布来恩是一位非常负责任的人，他和他的团队成员们时刻都在想着为他们的客人们提供尽可能好的服务，总之让人感到很亲切。我们在那儿住了两晚经历是终身难忘的，真的希望能够多住几天。我们选择了餐饮和交通都包在里的plan，感觉直接从Experia里面选比去了那儿后一样一样的付款要好，另外不要错过由Brain 带领下的森林徒步，他会为你讲解很多森林里面的动物植物的知识，你会学到不少的东西，非常值得！

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family

Oct 17, 2024

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

special stay at dolphin bay

a special eco-lodge on a beautiful island. Beginning with the boat pickup in Bocas, a picturesque ride across to the lodge it was beautiful!! the owner was an amazing tour guide as he described the property. His knowledge of the fauna and other things we came across (insects, bugs, sloth, etc) teaching us about the area was very interesting. the food, all prepared on site, was delicious! anything we needed was provided. the room was spacious and clean. It is quite warm here and humid so you need to be ok without AC.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

May 6, 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Traveled with partner

Mar 16, 2024

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

Dolphin Bay Hideaway is an experience in natural Panamanian beauty. The tour will immerse you in the flora and fauna this island has to offer. Meals are much like dining at that friends house that is the ultimate host. Kayak with the dolphins, then take an adventure to one or more of the neighbouring islands in this beautiful archipelago. The eco resort experience is about natural simplicity, not hotel luxury. Adventurous types will love it.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Feb 21, 2024

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

Just perfect!

Brian and Amy truly made us feel as if we were family returning for a visit, rather than first-time guests. They did everything possible to make sure our stay was what we hoped it would be. Highly recommend doing a nature walk with Brian. The meals were excellent and we had a great time with the other guests around the table. A very relaxing stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

stanton

Traveled with partner

Feb 25, 2023

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

Amy and Brian are great hosts! Beautifully nestled in a jungle setting on a calm bay. Brian gave us a personal tour of the property and showed us the good work he is doing to maintain and rehab the jungle’s flora and fauna! Had a great snorkel experience. Very peaceful and relaxing! Food was great! Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Oct 28, 2022

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

Amazing Place!

It was a excellent stay ! The food was tasty and very good! Brian and Amy Thanks for everything to make a very good holiday.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 19, 2022

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

Definitely the high point of our trip to Panama. Brian and Amy are the best and their hospitality knows no bounds. They made us feel welcome immediately, as did all the other guests. The grounds are beautiful and our room was incredibly comfortable. We loved eating with the other guests and the food was just incredible. We'd love to go back to Panama and if we do we will definitely be returning to Dolphin Bay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Feb 28, 2022

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

Hard to leave and will be back!

What a little treasure! We absolutely loved our hosts Amy and Brian and the beautiful eco resort they have created in remote Dolphin Bay. Our room was very comfortable. The food was great- no choice and family-style but consistently yummy. We were lucky and had a wonderful group we shared meals and snorkelling adventures and kayaking with. Brian took us to secret spots snorkelling and on nature hikes - we had dolphins come up to say hi, sloths, rare frogs, fish, coral, turtles. It was very hard to say goodbye.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael

Nov 12, 2020

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

If you are looking for a Zen experience, then Dolphin Bay is your place. The amazing wildlife, fantastic tours, gourmet food, are all part of the dolphin bay experience. Very clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Jun 10, 2019

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

Highly recommended

Excellent place, beautiful surroundings. And Brian made anything we wanted to happen happen.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Mar 20, 2019

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

Just a gem of a place and people! A little hidden corner of paradise. Didn’t know what to expect when we decided to end our panama trip on isla Cristóbal for a 3 night stay at dolphin bay. We like all types of travel; we did the rooftop bars in Panama City, the hikes and coffee tour in boquete, the beach and exploring time in Isla Colón and party time in Bocas Town, but this ending was the cherry on top and a real raw and amazing way to experience just a beautiful place in panama! I’ve never experienced something so personal... the food was amazing (tuna steak, shrimp pineapple rice, curry chicken!) , the service was amazing (Brian and Amy are the best, always planning and making sure everything is good, took us to great snorkle spots, gave us an educational tour in the jungle,..) The place was a perfect mix of comfortable and beautiful, still feeling jungly and submerged into the panama jungle and ocean surroundings. And just the bay, watching the dolphins morning afternoon, evening... it’s magical ! For me who is in love with dolphins, I can’t believe a place like this exists and everyone in the world who travels is not making a stop here !!! This is a perfect place to relax, rejuvinate and explore a hidden paradise within panama! Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Sep 21, 2018

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

Real treat with a touch of Paradise

Brian and Amy are gracious hosts who are naturals at ensuring that a guest feels special. Their property is tucked away on an island off from Bocas and from the moment another guest and I were picked up on their boat the vacation began. As soon as you head to the lodge from their dock there is something to see everywhere. From flowers to palms, to water lilies in their two ponds, to their permanent lodger, Dutch - the red frog - who took up residence on one of their fences, to the hummingbirds, and so much more. Brian provided a brief walk-about of the property exuding pride of ownership - well deserved! The lodge is located in such a way that the views of the bay from the restaurant are magnificent. The lodge has special touches everywhere, appropriate to the theme of coastal holidays. Their breakfasts and dinners are first class and abundant. They also make lovely tropical cocktails! If you like sunrises, as I do, the dock offers a real Zen experience. And, if you are lucky, you will see an early fishermen cast his net from his boat silhouetted against the light. If you are looking for nature, tranquility, and recharging you have found the perfect place. You should also try out the restaurant next door. It's accessible by a short kayak paddle which is half the fun. A special mention goes to their wonderful staff. Thank you again and until the next time.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erica, Saskatoon, SK

Mar 20, 2018

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

A taste of paradise!

Our family of 4 recently stayed at Dolphin Bay Hideaway with Brian and Amy, and we had the most incredible time. The kids slept in the loft (right above our room) and firmly believed they had the best "digs" in the house! Everything was special about Dolphin Bay...the gorgeous reef within minutes from the hideaway, the stunning mangroves, majestic dolphins (and paddle boarding with them), the chocolate farm, "Spike" - the resident spectacled caiman crocodile, tacos, Hermione, 5 star meals, amazing conversations and company. Brian and Amy were absolutely incredible with our boys. Their thoughtfulness, kindness, and positivity made it a one of a kind experience for each and every one of us. We can't wait to go back next year!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tirza

Traveled with partner

Apr 10, 2023

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

Een paradijs op aarde, dat is wat Dolphin Bay Hideaway is. Met twee extreem gastvrije eigenaren die je je meteen laten thuisvoelen. Er is gewoon niets dat niet perfect is; een prachtige locatie tussen het groen met uitzicht op de baai, een comfortabel bed en kleurrijke kamer, de meest heerlijke gerechten keer op keer, erg leuke activiteiten om te doen, gezellige avonden door het eten aan een gezamenlijke dinertafel met andere gasten en als hoogtepunt het (met veel geluk) dagelijks zien van vele enthousiast spelende dolfijnen! Als je in Bocas bent, MOET je hier gewoon verblijven, beter krijg je nergens!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark

Jul 20, 2022

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

An eco resort that lives up to its name. We’ll looked after in this hidden paradise. Snorkeling paddling info about nature and the jungle. Definitely worth a visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Feb 2, 2022

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

Ruhiges Paradies am Meer

Der Pickup in Bocas Stadt hat gut geklappt und wir starteten unsere 25-minütige Bootsfahrt zum Dolphin Bay Hideaway. Die Anlage ist riesig, mit wunderschönem Garten, einem kleinen Pool, vielen verschiedenen Pflanzen und einem angrenzenden Regenwald indem man Frösche, Faultiere etc. finden kann. Direkt am Meer gibt es einen gemütlichen Aufenthaltsbereich, an welchem man SUPs und Kayak können kostenlos mitbieten kann, um Delfine zu beobachten, oder einfach etwas auf dem Meer zu entspannen. Die Zimmer sind liebevoll gestaltet und das Essen war richtig lecker! Amy & Brian sind tolle, interessierte Gastgeber, sodass wir uns sofort wohlfühlen und den Urlaub in vollen Zügen genießen konnten :-)

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Jan 9, 2019

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

Wunderbare Unterkunft auf einer abgelegenen Insel mit tollen Gastgebern. Hier hat einfach alles gepasst.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

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Dolphin Bay Hideaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

10/10

10/10

9.8/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Amazing week at Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Elizabeth

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Qiu

Qiu

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

special stay at dolphin bay

Lisa

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Jodie