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What guests said about Bastimentos:
8.0
Scored 8.0
Los Bastimentos is so much nicer than Bocas, I would greatly...
Los Bastimentos is so much nicer than Bocas, I would greatly recommend staying here instead of on Isla Colon. A real Carribean feel, friendly inhabitants, not overly touristy. Excellent snorkelling just a watertaxi-ride away at Hospital Point.
Anna
Netherlands
10
Scored 10
I like all the island nearby that all had uniqueness and...
I like all the island nearby that all had uniqueness and individual charm. We visited 7 various spots and stayed in 4 islands accommodations. All seemed to be noisy at night with either jungle animal sounds, local bars blasting music or boat traffic. Day time hammock naps are a must!
Sandra
Canada
8.0
Scored 8.0
We liked the snorkeling adventure, but with high surf some...
We liked the snorkeling adventure, but with high surf some of the better snorkeling spots were off limits. If snorkeling is high on your list, be sure to allow for the proper time of year with more calm seas. We saw several sloths on sloth island during a tour and on Bastimentos. We enjoyed the natural beauty of red frog beach and playa bluff. When going to playa bluff, take the local shuttle or taxi as the roads are challenging.
Greg
United States
10
Scored 10
Basti was fantastic.
Basti was fantastic. The people are so friendly and the island has such a laid back atmosphere. There are no cars on the island, which I thought was awesome. You get a real feel for the culture here, while also getting a nice beach getaway. We stayed in Old Bank, so we enjoyed watching the boats and locals. Definitely bring more cash than you expect though, most hostels on the island don't accept credit cards, and to get anywhere by boat costs money, as well as entry to the beaches. We blew through our remaining cash quite quickly, and there are no ATM's on Basti.
Kristen
Canada
10
Scored 10
Bastimientos is easy to access from Bocas Town by boat taxi,...
Bastimientos is easy to access from Bocas Town by boat taxi, but it is a different world... much quieter and more basic and natural, with good access to lovely beaches. Bastimientos is the option in Bocas if you want something quieter and more simple.
Andrew
Malta
10
Scored 10
I stayed, relaxed, ate and drank at Palmar Beach Lodge and I...
I stayed, relaxed, ate and drank at Palmar Beach Lodge and I have to say, one of my favourite places so far. The atmosphere was very relaxing, great staff and a big shout out to Jimmy, the best waiter/barman/entertainer!
I stayed in an 8 person dorm, had a great bad, no troubles sleeping and the beautiful beach is just waiting for you to get out of bed. I stayed for 7 nights, which was a little too long in my opinion, as there are many islands around that I could have also explored, however, the regular trips organised by the Palmar Crew (also a super friendly and nice bunch of people) made up for my lack of pre-planning. Greetings to the entire team and hopefully see you again in the future at some point.
Very very hardly recommend, the location is super, the nice jungle walk starts exactly behind of the hotel restaurant (with best views and the 5 stars food).
The owners are always there if you need some advice, they have really good prices for the tours, the snorkeling equipment and the kayaks are available for free, very good snorkeling spot, everything very clean.
It was very nice to stay in Your place Manon and Pierre, big big hugs to Your Chiquitín😊
Thank you for everything!
Monika
The food was incredible. Chef Victoria did an incredible job taking the food from the jungle and turning it into a fabulous meal. We also loved that they delivered chocolate tea first thing in the morning to enjoy in our hotel room. The property was gorgeous and incredibly well built. Additionally, the wild life was incredible. We saw at least a dozen capucin monkeys from our hotel room. We were overcharged but Jose gave us a refund. Thanks to the staff for an incredible honeymoon.
I loved the location, near Wizard Beach, which you can reach via an amazing walk in the forest. The town of Bastimentos is also super pretty and gives you a taste of Caribbean Island culture. I loved the wooden deck on the water with hammocks. I loved being able to cook my own food in the kitchen. I loved my single room, it was clean and pretty. Alos, Mr. Archibold and his staff were extremely helpful every day setting up transport and tours.
Breathtaking little resort in the jungle and on a beautiful beach! We saw a sloth, howler monkeys and listened to so many different birds! Best hotel on our journey in Panama! I would return here and recommend to all! The staff were so friendly and helpful as well!
Very cosy rooms with a nice common space with restaurant and great view. Rooms are being cleaned every day and there’s warm water on a bathroom. if you stay here, you must try delicious homemade food served in the restaurant downstairs. The best food in whole Panama!
Luis, the owner, was very friendly and helpful and he and his son were very good cooks! The view from the deck of the hotel was also very nice. Our tour guide was able to pick us up right from the dock and Luis flagged a taxi for us to get back to isla colon!
Extremely accommodating hosts. Went out of their way to be helpful, especially with some surfing!
Beautiful property with great views.
Supper is great- in a fantastic setting. Great place to get some exercise. Lots of steps. Nice walk to Red Frog Beach.
The Honeymoon Bungalow was absolutely beautiful and very comfortable, and it was fantastic being able to go for a swim off of the deck, lay in the hammock, borrow kayaks, and walk into Old Bank. The staff were absolutely exceptional in every way.
Excellent location away from the hustle and bustle, right on the water's edge. Very friendly host who provided hi own entertainment in the evening! Hammocks available to lounge on the deck. Good place to start exploring the island of Bastimentos.
Great place at bastimentos, very kind staff, good communication, great suggestions for activities and excellent breakfast 😀. just a boat trip away from carenero surf.
also really nice for hiking the island to beaches and jungle.
Amazing place and setting. Beautiful view of the sea. Right next to the hotel was a beautiful park with wild birds and animals.The cooks cooked deliciously and made the most of the possibilities and ingredients they had.
Everything was perfect.
Really nice staff, great equipment. Just in the middle of the jungle, but not far from the beach.
Bungalow was really beautiful.
Deffinitely best stay on this island, but also in a whole Panama!!
On top of a hill with a 360 degree view of the Caribbean. So beautiful! Liked being away from the tourists and hanging out with the locals. Property manager Didier was very friendly and helpful to communicate with.
beautiful location at red frog beach in the middle of the jungle. the tents have really comfortable beds and the restaurant with sea view is beautiful as well. can highly recommend because of the nature experience
It was very simple, though this is expected given the location of being at the water front along the Caribbean and of a very simple town. I arrived about noon and they quickly cleaned the restroom, which added.
Staff was helpfull and nice. Common areas are great, big kitchen, well equiped, great view of the sea. Rooms are spacious and clean. Boats can leave you/pick up right on the hotel if you ask
great staff, outstanding food and amazing wildlife! this is the perfect hotel. we stayed in the jungle lodge. well equipped and super nice, you hear the jungle at night.
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