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Our top choices for Playa El Istmito hotels

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Lula's Bed & Breakfast

Lula's Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and great owner."
United States
David
The price is Rp1.812.996
Rp1.994.296 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Lula's Bed & Breakfast
Exterior

Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel

Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
1.4 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (194 reviews)
"Food and the room were perfect "
Canada
Jean Sebastien
Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
Superior Room, Garden View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Calle 6

Hotel Calle 6
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Hot showers. "
United States
James
The price is Rp913.381
Rp1.004.702 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Hotel Calle 6
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Nowhere

Nowhere
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Room was spotless and grounds were well maintained. It was a perfect little oasis in the jungle! "
United States
Kristen
The price is Rp3.212.342
Rp3.533.576 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Nowhere
Dock

Koko Acqua Lodge

Koko Acqua Lodge
3.0 star property
0.3 km from Playa El Istmito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (72 reviews)
"Nice place to relax very private I will define come back "
United States
Alexis
Koko Acqua Lodge
Exterior

Surfari Bocas

Surfari Bocas
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Super friendly and helpful checkin. Clean room, would stay again next time!"
United States
Troy
The price is Rp664.765
Rp731.242 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Surfari Bocas
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Hotel Palma Royale

Hotel Palma Royale
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"Great Hotel!"
United States
Carmen
Hotel Palma Royale
Luxury Room, Sea View | Balcony view

Hotel Bocas del Toro

Hotel Bocas del Toro
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (172 reviews)
"Super friendly check in! Great room with a view and balcony!"
United States
Monty
The price is Rp2.175.595
Rp2.393.155 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Hotel Bocas del Toro
Restaurant

Bocas Paradise Hotel

Bocas Paradise Hotel
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Clean room andvstaff wasngood."
Canada
Annette
The price is Rp1.491.961
Rp1.641.157 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Bocas Paradise Hotel
Superior Duplex, Balcony, Tower | Water view

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Apartment was huge and had everything we needed. Close to all the restaurants and shops but not right in the middle of it (so quiet) - very close to the little airport The owners were great and very helpful - spoke great English and even popped my microwave popcorn in their personal microwave!"
United States
Andrew
The price is Rp483.466
Rp574.283 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Sun Havens Apartments & Suites
Beach nearby

Gran Hotel Bahia

Gran Hotel Bahia
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Playa El Istmito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (30 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful! Enjoyed my stay, thanks!"
United States
Rebecca
Gran Hotel Bahia
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Posada Los Delfines

Hotel Posada Los Delfines
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Playa El Istmito
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"Clean, cool room with AC. Good location. Breakfast was nice with coffee."
United Kingdom
Jamie
The price is Rp742.192
Rp816.411 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hotel Posada Los Delfines
Oceanview King Suite | Beach/ocean view

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel
2.5 star property
0.5 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (52 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
Audrey
The price is Rp2.088.933
Rp2.297.826 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel
Breakfast, dinner served; Regional cuisine, beach views

El Faro del Colibri

El Faro del Colibri
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (65 reviews)
"Beautiful location, wonderful breakfast, great amenities!"
United States
denise
El Faro del Colibri
Exterior

Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

Hotel Paraiso Caribeño
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Alan Isaac
The price is Rp1.510.830
Rp1.661.913 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hotel Paraiso Caribeño
Interior entrance

Swan's Cay

Swan's Cay
3.0 star property
1 km from Playa El Istmito
7.8 out of 10, Good, (158 reviews)
"Nice location, close to town for shopping and close to bus route."
United States
Paul
Swan's Cay
Bungalow, Sea View, Overwater | Beach/ocean view

Cosmic Crab Resort

Cosmic Crab Resort
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Playa El Istmito
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (132 reviews)
"Room was in fairly good condition. Staff did not appear to be happy! "
Canada
Lynette
The price is Rp1.193.556
Rp1.312.911 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Cosmic Crab Resort
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Balcony

Caribbean Villages Apartments

Caribbean Villages Apartments
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Playa El Istmito
7.6 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"Carlos was very helpful with answering questions and just a kind man. Their is clearly a constant upkeep of the property. Location was good- though there might be an office closer to the boat docks because when we first arrived my map app kept directing me to the wrong place. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you:)"
United States
Rachelle
The price is Rp1.692.130
Rp1.861.343 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Caribbean Villages Apartments
Exterior

Residencial Cristina

Residencial Cristina
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
7.6 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Really noisy, I even approached the lobby representative (lady) and informed her about the noise during my stay. She did confirm that next to room 203 there is a storage room under the stairs. The first night it was a disturbing noise around 11:30 pm. m. and the next night it was a loud noise again around 4:45am. m. and 6:40 a.m. m. (same day). I also paid for room 202 as well and my family members also complained about noise coming from lobby staff near room 202. in summary stay away from rooms...
United States
Osvaldo
The price is Rp667.973
Rp734.770 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Residencial Cristina
Beach nearby, sun-loungers

Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)

Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)
3.0 star property
1.1 km from Playa El Istmito
7.6 out of 10, Good, (135 reviews)
"Nice place nice staff"
United States
Macaulli
The price is Rp844.990
Rp929.489 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)
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Top Playa El Istmito Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bocas del Toro

Hotel Bocas del Toro

10/10 Excellent
"Great location in Bocas town, walkable, food and vibes all around and easy access to water taxis and walkable to the airport too. Hotel was clean, the wifi and air conditioning worked perfectly. Friendly staff too! "
Christopher 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Bocas del Toro

Hotels near other Playa El Istmito attractions

Bolivar Park

3.9/5 (18 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Bolivar Park, a lovely green space in Bocas Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea

You can take time to visit Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea during your travels to Bocas Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa El Istmito?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa El Istmito, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers like the surrounding area for its island views and seaside. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 117 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Playa El Istmito?
Adjacent to Playa El Istmito, Koko Acqua Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and a terrace. Other good choices close by include Tropical Suites Hotel and Cosmic Crab Resort.
How many hotels will I find close to Playa El Istmito?
Expedia has 117 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa El Istmito.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa El Istmito, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Playa El Istmito.
What can I see and do near Playa El Istmito?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Tortuga Beach, Paunch Beach and Bluff Beach. At Bolivar Park, Wizard Beach and Hospital Point, take some time to really appreciate nature. Bocas Marina, Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea are worth a stop while you're in the area.