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Bambuda Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Property grounds
Jungle Cabin
Triple Room - Shared Bathroom | Living area
Premium Canopy Room | Bathroom
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is CA $72
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May

Check out the area

Map
South side of Isla Solarte, Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro
  • Popular LocationBastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal4 min walk
  • Popular LocationTortuga Beach1 min drive
  • Popular LocationWizard Beach1 min drive
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Room options

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Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Jungle Bungalow

Jungle Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Canopy Room

Canopy Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Jungle Cabin

Jungle Cabin

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private 4-Bed Dorm

Private 4-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium Canopy Room

Premium Canopy Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bastimentos

Located in Bastimentos, Bambuda Lodge - Hostel is on the waterfront. Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tortuga Beach and Paunch Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Water skiing, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Carenero Island - 4 min walk
  • Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 4 min walk
  • Tortuga Beach - 1 min drive
  • Wizard Beach - 1 min drive
  • Paunch Beach - 1 min drive

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • coco fastronomy
  • La Buga Café
  • Brother’s
  • Café Del Mar
  • Bibi's On The Beach - 4 min walk

About this property

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel

Hostel by the ocean
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like canoeing and snorkeling at this hostel. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish

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 9 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9–10.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted 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 a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel on May 19, 2024 start from CA $72.05, 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.

Is Bambuda Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Bambuda Lodge - Hostel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Hospital Point, Carenero Island, and Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal. Tortuga Beach and Paunch Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with family
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

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

10/10 Excellent

Milan

Travelled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Liz, Canada

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I realize this place is rugged, but I got bed bugs!!!!! It has completely destroyed my experience. I knew I was getting bitten and was ready to roll with the ruggedness. But What I couldn’t understand why the mosquito spray wasn’t working. I was literally dousing myself in the stuff. I now see that my room had an infestation. I have the tell tell signs of 3 bites in a line or a triangle pattern. I’m sooo disappointed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rona, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is home away from home and the food is phenomenal especially the veggie food. This place is fab, cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Great Facilities
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0