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Bambuda Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beachfront Bastimentos hostel

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Bocas del Toro, South side of Isla Solar, Bastimentos

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Canopy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Canopy Room

Canopy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Jungle Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Canopy Room

Premium Canopy Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Jungle Bungalow

Jungle Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Private 4-Bed Dorm

Private 4-Bed Dorm

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bastimentos

On the beach.You'll find Hospital Point and Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal close to this Bastimentos hostel. Also nearby are Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm and Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal.
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Restaurants

  • Barco Hundido Bar
  • La Buga Café
  • Reataurante Guari Guary by Nayda
  • Island Tap House
  • Café Del Mar

About this property

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beachfront Bastimentos hostel
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bastimentos hostel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bambuda Lodge - Hostel offers 11 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10.70 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.70 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Bambuda Lodge Hostel Isla Solarte
Bambuda Lodge Hostel
Bambuda Hostel Bastimentos
Bambuda Lodge - Hostel Bastimentos
Bambuda Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel.

How much does it cost to stay at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel on Jun 8, 2026 start from CA $119, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Bambuda Lodge - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10.70 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel features an outdoor pool.

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Bambuda Lodge - Hostel to downtown Bastimentos?

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel is 4.4 mi away from Bastimentos.

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff who go above and beyond
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Adam

My stay here was amazing - I wish I had been able to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florence

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

Amazing

Such a beautiful hostel! The location is impossible to beat and the staff is truly amazing ! Their customer service was on point!! Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hostel in a beautiful spot. The staff is just great, very friendly, fun and helpful!! I'd definately recommend staying there. The atmosphere is very relaxing but the party spots are just a short boat-ride away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful and lively place with very friendly staff. Faby, Roy, Kate and Juan were amazing volunteers who are very friendly and welcoming. The food was always delicious and great quality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

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

Exceptional!

Staff was exceptional! Loved every minute of our stay. Food was also delicious! Highly Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience. It’s always the people that stand out above all else. Loved getting to know the staff and guest. There is no equal in Bocas del Toro. Great accommodations in cabin for one. Food was a work of art and delicious. Fun games, activities. Loved the sloth in the trees, red frog on the walking path in the jungle hike. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bambuda Lodge is a great place to stay and relax. It says Hostel but it is much more than that. You can book your private rooms and still enjoy the community. They offer a family dinner with different dishes to choose from every day and you easily get to know other travelers. There is regular activities planned. We especially enjoyed the Jungle Trail with our guide Samuel. He led us through the muddy jungle - a fun experience. All of the staff is super friendly and we would definitely come back again to Bambuda Lodge. Thanks for the lovely stay and atmosphere. PS: there is some construction going on because they are upgrading the building but it was not annoying oder disturbing at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amine

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

Perfect

I had an incredible stay at the Bambuda Lodge, where the hospitality of the staff truly made my experience unforgettable. The team goes above and beyond to ensure guests have the best possible time. The food was delicious, the rooms were comfortable, and the cleanliness was impeccable. The lodge’s location in Bocas is ideal, making it easy to explore the surrounding area with quick taxi rides. The daily jungle hike is a highlight, offering a chance to immerse yourself in the island’s natural beauty, with a stunning finish at Hospital Point Beach. A huge thank you to the amazing staff—Tiago, Austin, Camila, Melanie, Johani, Shay, Sarlia, Juan, Nundo, Dany, Pedro, Marlen, Mariliz, Maynor, and everyone else—who made my stay so special!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool location in the lush jungle with walking paths and warm water! I only lost a little skin on the waterslide, but still so fun! The included hike to hospital point was surprisingly perfect. Nightime underwater glow worms were a trip! I didn’t book this room, but they put me in a sea urchin shaped upsides pool, it was cool. The second night I did get eaten alive by mosquitoes (from under the door and ceiling circle air vent wasn't a perfect closure. Fan was very needed, but still a bit hot one night in Oct, Food was okay, ceviche was the best I’ve had in Panama! All was healthy at least! What an adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow!!!!! Just wow!!!! This trip was such an amazing experience from the minute I walked in. I was dropped off with the taxi boat and came off to a beautiful piece of paradise!! I was welcomed with smiles and such kindness. I came on this trip alone but met such beautiful people and was never a dull moment. Andrea, Shari,Silvia,Juan, Joanni , maynor we’re so attentive and made me feel at home on this trip. They made sure we were all having a good time. They created such a beautiful environment here where I felt we were all just part of the same community. I loved the family dinners they coordinated that brought people together with great conversation, good food and fun games. We drank and laughed the night away. The only down side was no Ac but a jump in the pool and a cold beverage is just what you need. the night breeze and fan was just right to sleep comfortably. I was sad to go but will definitely be coming back. Thank you guys again can’t wait to see you again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Chambre canopee c’est génial assez au dessus des arbres avec la vue sur les paresseux se déplaçant, les mega iguanes au soleil ds les hauteurs d’arbres, ………….
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr liebevoll gemacht, sehr ruhige Vibes und soziale Atmosphäre! Das Essen im Restaurant ist sehr gut, wenn auch nicht günstig. Eigene Verpflegungsmöglichkeiten wie eine Küche oder zu Fuß losgehen gibt es nicht.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jättebra hotell/hostel. Trevlig stämning bland gäster, sociala aktiviteter och fantastisk personal. Jag bodde i ett privat rum, bungalows som ger lite mer privat känsla. Den enda anledningen till att jag gav en fyra när det kommer till renlighet var för att det var lite fläckar på handdukar och lakan, men allt är rent, men man kanske behöver dubbelkolla att allt är fläckfritt innan man placerar dem i rummet. Men allt som allt, en fantastisk upplevelse!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jojanneke

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

Heerlijke plek met top personeel en eten

We hebben een geweldige tijd gehad in Bambuda Lodge. Vooral het super vriendelijke personeel en de service die ze verlenen zijn top. Ze zijn heel persoonlijk en kennen je bij je voornaam. Het eten en drinken was ook heerlijk en Instagramwaardig 😊 De kamervoorzieningen zijn basic, maar de plek is prachtig. Beslist een aanrader!
Onze veranda bij de kamer
Aankomst met de watertaxi
Uitzicht bij het zwembad
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr zu empfehlen. Ruhige Lage, läd sehr zum entspannen ein. Absoluter Geheimtipp. Besonders die Volunteers und das Personal war sehr motiviert. Ab Tag 1 wusste jeder unsere Namen, jeder hat jede Frage beantworten können und uns immer geholfen. Programmpunkte (Wanderung, Song Trivia, etc) waren sehr gut.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nils

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

Séjour formidable

Un séjour formidable. L’emplacement et le cadre sont idéals, entre mer et jungle et à seulement 5 minutes en bateau taxi de l’île principale. Les dortoirs et autres espaces de vie sont propres. La grande terrasse est conviviale. Le staff du Bambuda est particulièrement sympathique et attentionné. Un merci en particulier à tous les volontaires (et plus encore à Hugo et Helwan) qui rendent ce séjour encore plus agréable qu’il ne l’est déjà, notamment par l’organisation d’activités, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nachhaltig, gutes Essen, freundlicher Service, gepflegte Anlage. Zimmer schön allerdings leider etwas muffiger Geruch der trotz lüften blieb. Kein Strand vorhanden.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bambuda is a wonderful place and highly recommended. We had an issue with La Loma Jungle Lodge chocolate tour and water taxi. The proprietors at Bumbuda where able to help resolve.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick

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

Personnel à votre attention le seul petit bémol un

Hôtel incroyable Personnel à votre attention le seul petit bémol un peu d’attente mais bon on est en vacances sinon tout est parfait nourriture excellente
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devan

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

January 2022 visit

Charming, secluded, eco-friendly lodge on Isla Solarte. Overall, the stay was very enjoyable! The highlight of the property is the stunning, open bar and check-in/lounge area. The property offers a great mix of social, hostel dorms, and more isolated, solo/couple bungalows, with the ensuing social balance reflective of this. The bar offers incredible views of the water and mainland. Here is where you will find the hostel’s social dining areas, including the property’s family-style dinner offerings. The property itself is a series of structures and bungalows threaded across a wooden walkway in the middle of the jungle. My room, the bungalow located furthest away, is almost completely in the jungle. I would not at all hesitate to return to Bambuda. It offers good accommodation, trip-planning for activities on nearby islands, and thoughtfully-designed common areas. Staff was super friendly and helpful with service and requests. I really enjoyed their friendly and hospitable disposition. Some downsides are that the limited access and meal options on the island can be trying, but should be known or otherwise understood before arriving to the hostel. Nevertheless, this is a most compelling option for those visiting Bocas!
Looking from the main area
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yotam

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

Great eco lodge

This place is awesome. A short boat right from Bocas town, a cool communal vibe with private bungalows if you want them. Crowd skews young. Bar and pool area are great. Waterslide is fun but dangerous - there's a reason you need to sign the waiver. Food is pretty good though the fact that you have to get your dinner orders in at least 2 hours in advance can be a bummer. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurélien

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

Cadre de rêve et ambiance tranquille

J'ai utilisé l'adjectif "extraordinaire" plusieurs fois lors de mon séjour pour qualifier le Bambuda Lodge, et plusieurs points le justifient : accès à l'hôtel possible seulement en "lancha" (petit bateau à moteur) ; nature luxuriante dans et autour de la propriété (l'hostel est situé entre la mer et la jungle tropicale), ceci attirant de nombreuses espèces d'oiseaux (colibris, perruches, oropendulas,...) ; superbe piscine avec vue sur la mer des Caraïbes ; constructions privilégiant le bois; chambres confortables à des prix raisonnables (mais le rapport qualité-prix des dortoirs est encore meilleur, et ce d'autant plus si vous avez la chance, comme moi, d'en disposer pour vous tout(e) seul(e) ) ; nourriture de qualité servie chaque jour ; service attentionné, avec une mention spéciale pour Daniel, qui a été impeccable et très gentil avec moi. Quelques points à soulever tout de même : lorsque vous logez au Bambuda, il vous faut prendre une "lancha" pour quelque déplacement que ce soit, hormis la marche allant jusqu'à l'Hospital Point (nord de l'île de Solarte) ; ce premier point induit que vous allez très souvent déjeuner et dîner sur place, ce qui fait considérablement augmenter la note finale. Petite déception pour ma part : malgré mon séjour de 9 nuits, on m'a fait payer 20 USD pour une moustiquaire que j'ai été obligé de déchirer à la fenêtre de ma chambre en pleine nuit (auto-enfermement dehors par inadvertance et personne à la réception à cette heure-là). Dommage...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Beautiful place. Service needs improvement

Beautiful setting facing the sea and jungle. Rooms are pretty with nice view, clean and quiet. A/C would be good but fan helps. Funny swing to the sea and free yoga classes. Cool environment. Service could be better. Check in made in the same place as restaurant need better coordination. If you ask something different in the menu they won’t do and I think staff should be better and improve customer service. Food is ok. Overall recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milan

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

Definitely worth the money. Amazing

Amazing location, great staff and incredible meals.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020