Bocas del Toro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront area with buildings, boats, and a dock.
A waterfront building with balconies, a boat docked in front, and a sign for '9th Annual Suites.'
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, sandy shore, and dense green vegetation.
The beautiful Red Frog Beach, Bocas del Toro, Panama
Aerial shot of luxury hotel and water bungalow in the Caribbean sea, Bocas del Toro island, Panama - stock photo

Where to stay in Bocas del Toro

Find the best Bocas del Toro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A clear shallow sea with starfish and a sailboat in the distance.

Saigon

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saigon and surrounding area, you can visit Tortuga Beach and Istmito Beach.

Overwater bungalows on stilts, a clear blue sky, and calm water.

Punta Caracol

Though Punta Caracol may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Gruta Cave and Tortuga Beach.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a thatched-roof hut.

Big Bight

Big Bight might not have many top sights, but Tortuga Beach and Paunch Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lula's Bed & Breakfast

Lula's Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Av. H Nte. Bocas del Toro Provincia de Bocas del Toro
The price is Rp1.703.079 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.703.079
Rp1.873.387 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Bocas del Toro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"Allen was an excellent host and set up taxis and dinner for us on the island."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Lula's Bed & Breakfast
Cosmic Crab Resort

Cosmic Crab Resort

3 out of 5
Carenero Island Trail Bocas del Toro Bocas del Toro
The price is Rp1.119.166 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp1.119.166
Rp1.231.083 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bocas del Toro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bolivar Park and Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal ...
8/10 Very good! (144 reviews)
"The hotel offers a true mixed bag. While the rooms are quite tiny and the price feels steep for the size, the staff were absolutely excellent, friendly and attentive throughout. The furniture is worn but spotless, though the outdoor seating isn't great for lounging. Be aware that the water taxis ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Cosmic Crab Resort
La Coralina Island House

La Coralina Island House

3.5 out of 5
Ruta Principal a Bluff, Playa Paunch. Bocas del Toro Provincia de Bocas del Toro
The price is Rp5.406.600 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp5.406.600
Rp5.947.260 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bocas del Toro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (127 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

La Coralina Island House
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Cabañas Naturaleza

Cabañas Naturaleza

3 out of 5
Big Creek Bocas del Toro Provincia de Bocas del Toro
Stay at this cabin in Bocas del Toro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and surfing/body boarding on-site. Popular attractions Starfish Beach and Tortuga Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Cabanas naturaleza, si trova un po’fuori del centro di Bocas in una delle zone più belle e tranquille dell’isola. La prima spiaggia balneabile: Pipa si trova a circa 10 min di cammino. A 5 min, ci sono altri piccoli locali molto carini dove poter passare la serata tranquilli! La casetta e’ molto ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Cabañas Naturaleza
Caribbean Villages Apartments

Caribbean Villages Apartments

3 out of 5
Bocas Town, Avenida G Norte, Isla Colon Bocas del Toro
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bocas del Toro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Lil' ...
7.6/10 Good! (25 reviews)
"Muy limpio y amplio el lugar, atención maravillosa por la encargada, muy atenta y servicial"

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Caribbean Villages Apartments
Sun Havens Apartments & Suites

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites

3 out of 5
Calle 6a y Avenida Norte Bocas del Toro Bocas del Toro
Stay at this apartment in Bocas del Toro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (76 reviews)
"The shower water pressure with intermittent hot water was terrible The television didn’t work"

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Bocas del Toro attractions

Bolivar Park

8.0/10 (65 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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Things to do

Full-Day Speedboat Tour, Wildlife, and Snorkeling in Bocas del Toro in Panama

Full-Day Speedboat Tour, Wildlife, and Snorkeling in Bocas del Toro in Panama

Rp1.223.001
per adult
Full-Day Speedboat Tour, Wildlife, and Snorkeling in Bocas del Toro in Panama
Bocas del Toro Island Hopping Day Tour in Zapatilla Beach

Bocas del Toro Island Hopping Day Tour in Zapatilla Beach

Rp921.134
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Bocas del Toro Island Hopping Day Tour in Zapatilla Beach
Bioluminescence Snorkeling and Boat Experience at Bocas del Toro

Bioluminescence Snorkeling and Boat Experience at Bocas del Toro

Rp903.069
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bioluminescence Snorkeling and Boat Experience at Bocas del Toro
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