Beachfront hotels in Bocas Town

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Bocas Town. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Red Frog Beach Island Resort Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Resort. Offering an extensive lush garden, a swimming pool and unique architecture upon a hillside, the Red Frog Beach Island Resort is located a walk distance from the beach. The suites, villas and rooms offer air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer. The villas also feature a living area, a kitchen and coffee maker. All include Continental breakfast served on the beach. Punta Lavas restaurant, placed on the beach, offers international food as well as Castaway restaurant is right beside our Marina. Activities such as zip lining, massages, snorkelling and kayaking can be arranged as well at the 24-hour front desk. Daily maid services are also available. This complex is 10 minutes’ boat trip from Bocas Town and Bocas del Toro International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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• 2 Bird Island Bungalows Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Situated in Bocas Town in a secluded area, Bird Island Bungalows has a garden. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Free WiFi is provided. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Bird Island Bungalows also provide guests with a sea view. All units at the accommodation are equipped with a seating area. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $65.

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• 3 Somewhere Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in Bocas del Toro, within a few steps of Y Griega Beach and 600 metres of Istmito, Somewhere provides accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 2.4 km from La Carretera, 2. 4 km from Big Bight and 3.1 km from Porvenir. Each room includes a balcony with views of the garden. At the hotel every room is fitted with air conditioning, a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a terrace with a sea view. All units include a wardrobe. Popular points of interest near Somewhere include Big Creek, La Cabaña and Istmito. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $90.

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• 4 Faro del Colibri Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located over the sea at Carenero Island, the Faro del Colibri features a unique aqua-style with a private beach area, wooden docks, free Wi-Fi throughout and activities such as snorkelling. The bungalows built over the water offer wooden décor, cable TV, wardrobe, a desk and a private bathroom. All come with a balcony and its private dock with sea views. Guests at Faro del Colibri will enjoy complimentary buffet breakfast. As well they can find restaurants serving international food 5 minutes’ walk away. The seasonal on-site restaurant offers local food. This unique-style property is 3 minutes’ boat trip from Bocas del Toro mainland and 10 more minutes’ drive from the Bocas del Toro International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $107.

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• 5 La Coralina Island House Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Set in Bocas del Toro, a few steps from Bluff, La Coralina Island House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy international dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. La Coralina Island House provides some units with sea views, and every room is fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning at La Coralina Island House. The hotel offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and spa centre. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Speaking English, Spanish and French at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. Bluff Beach is 700 metres from La Coralina Island House, while Paunch is 3.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International, 9 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $500.

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• 6 La Casa Corazón Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Situated in Bocas del Toro, La Casa Corazón offers beachfront accommodation 1.5 km from Istmito and features various facilities, such as a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a tour desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and an ATM. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at La Casa Corazón have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also boast a terrace. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near La Casa Corazón include Carenero, Porvenir and Grassy Bank. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 1 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $88.

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• 7 Hospedaje Yarisnori Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Featuring free WiFi, Hospedaje Yarisnori offers accommodation in Boca del Drago, 13 km from Bocas Town. The hotel has a children's playground and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a loca meals at the restaurant. A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. Each room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. There is a tour desk at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as skiing, snorkeling and fishing. Buena Vista is 35 km from Hospedaje Yarisnori, while Isla Colón is 6 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $69.

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• 8 Doña Mara Beach House Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in Bocas del Toro and with Carenero Beach reachable within a few steps, Doña Mara Beach House provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. 50 metres from Carenero and 300 metres from Porvenir, the property offers a private beach area, as well as a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Grassy Bank. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, bed linen and a patio with a garden view. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain units at Doña Mara Beach House also provide guests with a sea view. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a wardrobe. At Doña Mara Beach House you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play table tennis at the hotel, and the area is popular for snorkelling and cycling. Cayo Carenero is 300 metres from Doña Mara Beach House, while Brown Point is 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 1 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $104.

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• 9 Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located on a private beach just outside Bocas del Toro, Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort offers an outdoor pool, a gym and tropical gardens. Each stylish air-conditioned room has sea views. Accommodation at the Playa Tortuga Hotel features bright contemporary décor and a balcony or terrace. All rooms and suite offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV and a bathroom with free toiletries. The on-site restaurant serves international and local dishes, while drinks and snacks are available from the terrace bar. A variety of restaurants can be found in central Bocas del Toro, a 5-minute drive away. Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort offers complimentary kayak use and information about the local area. Red Frog Beach is 7 km away, while Starfish Beach and Bastimentos Island are both within 12 km. The hotel can provide transport to Bocas del Toro town centre and airport on request at a cost. The airport is just a 10-minute drive away, and offers domestic flights to Panama City. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around $152.

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• 10 Tierra Verde Bed & Breakfast Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Tierra Verde Bed & Breakfast offers 3-star accommodation in Bocas del Toro and has a garden, terrace and bar. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a private beach area. The property is close to popular attractions like Porvenir, Grassy Bank and Cayo Carenero. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near Tierra Verde Bed & Breakfast include Carenero Beach, Solarte and Carenero. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 1 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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• 11 Oasis Bluff Beach Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Set in Bluff Beach, 6 km from Bocas Town, Oasis Bluff Beach features unobstructed views of the beach and ocean. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Certain rooms have views of the sea or garden. Each room comes with a private bathroom. in addition to the on-site bar, guests can take both lunch and dinner in the restaurant 'The View' offering a la carte menu and daily specials There is a shared lounge at the property with an ocean view . Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding, snorkelling and diving. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $140.

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• 12 Bluff Beach Retreat Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Bed and Breakfast. This bed and breakfast on Bluff Beach features a beach front 65-foot-long lap pool. Complimentary items such as WiFi, bicycles & snorkels are provided. (UV Filtered drinking water) Property is located 9. 6 km from the center of Isla Colon. Bluff Beach Retreat offers natural tropical suites, with luxurious en-suite bathrooms, adjoining seating and hammock areas. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The property has a yoga & exercise facility. As well as a massage studio. All units feature a fully equipped kitchen and a private dining area, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. They can offer a breakfast served to the porch area of your home at an additional charge. Staff from the Bluff Beach Retreat will meet you at the airport or water taxi and help you shop any supplies needed. During your stay, they will also help to arrange any sort of daytrip or excursion, such as a catamaran trip, snorkeling and surfing lessons. The property offers its own horses and guided horseback riding tours daily. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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• 13 Sand Dollar Beach Bed & Breakfast Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Located 2 miles from Bocas Town at the Y before Big Creek, Sand Dollar Beach features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. All rooms have balcony seating with views of the sea and gardens. Private bathroom with shower and a safe for valuables. Bike hire is available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for cycling. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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• 14 Mosana Reef Garden B&B Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Guest house. Mosana Reef Garden B&B is set in Bluff Beach, 5 km from Bocas Town and 26 km from Buena Vista. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is available on site. Some units feature views of the sea or garden. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling and hiking. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $85.

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• 15 Kevin Kondos Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Aparthotel. Located in Bocas del Toro, Kevin Kondos offers fully equipped apartments with free Wi-Fi and access to a private beach area. The property has an on-site restaurant. Each apartment here is air-conditioned and includes a seating area and a full kitchen with a fridge, oven and stove. They also feature a flat-screen cable TV and a spacious bathroom with a shower and toilet. Local food is served at the restaurant, and guests can also enjoy drinks at the property’s bar. Laundry services can be arranged for an extra fee. Bocas del Toro Town Centre, where guests will find an international airport, can be reached in 5 minutes by boat. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $69.

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• 16 Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hostel. Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bocas del Toro. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 200 metres from Grassy Bank, 200 metres from Cayo Carenero and 200 metres from Brown Point. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Carenero Beach, Carenero and Porvenir. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 1 km from Aqua Lounge Bar & Hostal. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $25.

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• 17 RIVA B&B Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Bed and Breakfast. With sea views, RIVA B&B is situated Isla Carenero and has free WiFi. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the property. The bed and breakfast offers a terrace. Guests can also relax in the garden. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $99.

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• 18 Hostal On The Sea Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Hostel. Hostal On The Sea is offering accommodation in Bocas Town. With a private beach area, the property also features barbecue facilities. The hostel provides a shared lounge. Guest rooms in the hostel are equipped with a coffee machine. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Hostal On The Sea also offer free WiFi. The units will provide guests with a toaster. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bocas Town, like canoeing. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $20.

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• 19 Casa Acuario Boutique Hotel Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Inn. Located in Carenero, Casa Acuario Boutique Hotel offers beachfront accommodation, and provides various facilities, such as a restaurant, a bar and a private beach area. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and ticket service for guests. At the inn each room comes with air conditioning, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a patio with a garden view. At Casa Acuario Boutique Hotel rooms have a seating area. The accommodation offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. Casa Acuario Boutique Hotel offers a terrace. Guests at the inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carenero, like hiking, snorkelling and cycling. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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• 20 Palmar Beach Lodge Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Lodge. Palmar Beach Lodge is located on the famous Red Frog Beach, within walking distance of the Bastimentos National Marine Park. The property features an on-site bar, restaurant, and a lounge. Wi-Fi is available for all guests. Daily yoga classes are offered in the on-site studio. The property offers individual beds in private rooms and dormitories. Each private room has a lamp, fan, locker, and welcome kit. The property has a bar and full service restaurant with views of the ocean. There are free daily activities offered for all guests, as well as a wide selection of organized tours. An array of activities can be enjoyed on-site or in the surroundings, including daily yoga, bonfires, snorkeling, sailing, zipline, volleyball, hiking, and diving. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $22.

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• 21 Casa Cayuco Eco-Adventure Lodge Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Lodge. With sea views, Casa Cayuco Eco-Adventure Lodge is situated in Bocas del Toro and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden and terrace. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A buffet, American or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Hiking and snorkelling can be enjoyed nearby, while a range of water sports facilities and a private beach area are also available on site. Guest review score 9.7

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• 22 Santuarios del Mar Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Apartment. Situated in Bocas del Toro, a few steps from Istmito and less than 1 km from Y Griega Beach, Santuarios del Mar features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and water sports facilities. Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Some units have a patio and/or a balcony with garden or sea views. The apartment offers a terrace. If you would like to discover the area, hiking and fishing are possible in the surroundings and Santuarios del Mar can arrange a bicycle rental service. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Carenero Beach, La Cabaña and Istmito. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 1 km from Santuarios del Mar. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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• 23 Bahia Coral Lodge Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Villa. Bahia Coral Lodge is a beachfront property set in Bocas del Toro, 700 metres from Los Alpes and 700 metres from Lennan. Featuring sea and mountain views, this villa also has free WiFi. The villa consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the villa. A terrace is available on site and both snorkelling and canoeing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Bahia Coral Lodge. La Carretera is 1 km from the accommodation, while Big Bight is 1 km away. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International, 6 km from Bahia Coral Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 24 La Casa Bahia Azul de Bocas Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Villa. Featuring sea views, La Casa Bahia Azul de Bocas provides accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around less than 1 km from Istmito. Located on the beachfront, this property features free WiFi. The air-conditioned villa is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is provided. There is a terrace and a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking and canoeing nearby. Popular points of interest near the villa include Porvenir, Grassy Bank and Cayo Carenero. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International, a few steps from La Casa Bahia Azul de Bocas, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 25 Tesoro Escondido Ecolodge Cabinas Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Lodge. The rustic and ecological Tesoro Escondido Ecolodge Cabinas offers accommodation in Big Bluff Beach. Located in a secluded area of Colon, this property uses solar panels. Bocas Town is 5 km from the property. Free WiFi is available in the shared lounging areas. Guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner as well as various refreshments at the on-site bar and restaurant. The property also offers special diet menus. This property follows permaculture principles: energy is generated by the sun and a back up generator while water is collected by a rain catchment system. Most of the grey water is used to water the gardens. We have our own dogs and cats on the property The area is popular for snorkeling and hiking. Buena Vista is 26 km from Tesoro Escondido Ecolodge Cabinas. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $57.

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• 26 Skully's House Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Lodge. With Paunch Beach reachable in 300 metres, Skully's House offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a shared lounge. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property. Some accommodation includes a patio with sea views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with shower. The lodge offers a terrace. Guests at Skully's House can enjoy billiards on site, or hiking in the surroundings. Bluff is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while Paunch is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 6 km from Skully's House. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $20.

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• 27 Residencia Natural Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Apartment. Offering beachfront terraces, Residencia Natural is situated in Old Point on the island of Bastimentos, 45 minutes by boat from Bocas town. The accommodation is fitted with a seating area. All units have a terrace. There is also a dining area and a kitchen fitted with an oven and fridge. Each unit comes with a private bathroom with shower and hot water. Towels and bed linen are included. All beds have mosquito netting and ceiling fans. The electricity is solar. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, kayaking, jungle trekking, massage, fishing and scuba diving. Free airport shuttle included as well as boat transfer at set time. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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• 28 Life is Good Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Holiday home. Situated in Bocas del Toro, Life is Good features sea views and free WiFi, 400 metres from Istmito and 1.7 km from Y Griega Beach. A terrace is available on site and both hiking and snorkelling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Popular points of interest near Life is Good include La Cabaña, Istmito and Porvenir. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, a few steps from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 7.8

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• 29 Playa Bluff Hotel Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Lodge. Offering an outdoor pool, Playa Bluff Hotel is located in Playa Bluff, Bocas del Toro. Free WiFi access is available in this beachfront lodge. Views of the garden and the ocean can be seen from the rooms at Playa Bluff Hotel. The ensuite bathroom comes with a shower. Extras include a safety deposit box, bed linen and a fan. At Playa Bluff Hotel, guests can enjoy the exotic animals in the nearby rain forest or in the garden. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, surfing, horse riding and diving. The property offers free parking. Guests can explore the area's Natural Reserve, just 11 km away. Bocas del Toro Isla Colón International Airport is 20 minutes' drive from Playa Bluff Hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.2, rooms from around $103.

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• 30 Chango Apartment Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Apartment. Located less than 1 km from Istmito in Bocas del Toro, Chango Apartment provides accommodation with air conditioning and free WiFi. Each unit features an equipped kitchen, a living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen TV and private bathroom with free toiletries and a bath or shower. Some units include a balcony and/or a patio with city or sea views. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Porvenir, Grassy Bank and Cayo Carenero. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, a few steps from Chango Apartment. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 31 Mukunda on the sea Bocas Town, Panama

  

  Apartment. Mukunda on the sea has a balcony and is situated in Bocas del Toro, within just a few steps of Carenero Beach and 200 metres of Solarte. Set on the beachfront, this property features a garden. The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the apartment. Popular points of interest near Mukunda on the sea include Carenero, Porvenir and Grassy Bank. The nearest airport is Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, 1 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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