[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel Nature lovers find serenity in a beautiful garden while adventure seekers appreciate the tour assistance at this hostel with a spacious terrace for relaxing ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/74905c6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/6b1916ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/66467134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/7064f7eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/ade509dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bocas by the Sea - Hostel blends natural beauty with comfort. Guests can read in the cozy library, use in-room WiFi, or relax on the terrace with garden views. The property also offers dry cleaning and laundry services for those on longer journeys. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15544472&PinnedHotelID=15544472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/606b5533.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 193 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Beds ![Shared Dormitory, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/34796756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Beds ![Shared Dormitory Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/9ace0c3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory Triple Room ### Highlights Ceiling fan Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15550000/15544500/15544472/15f3a4d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBocas-Del-Toro-Hotels-Spanish-By-The-Sea-Bocas.h15544472.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBocas-Del-Toro-Hotels-Spanish-By-The-Sea-Bocas.h15544472.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.33608%2C-82.24151&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OHJFRSZlxyC1rP8rRGe8DFQ9l04=) Calle 4ta Detras del Hotel Bahia, Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro #### What's nearby - Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Bolivar Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Playa El Istmito - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Tortuga Beach - 9 min drive - 4.6 km - Paunch Beach - 15 min drive - 7.4 km #### Getting around - Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 1 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Space Lounge & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk - ‪El Último Refugio - ‬2 min walk - ‪Merén Pool Club & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Pirate Bar Restaurant - ‬4 min walk - ‪La Buguita Ocean Lounge - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel Property highlights At Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - A front-desk safe, a reception hall, and smoke-free premises - Coffee/tea in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Communal kitchens, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108580000/108576300/108576273/28957823.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LA LUCIERNAGA HABITACIONES BIG CREEK Bocas del Toro - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $77 CA $86 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=108576273&PinnedHotelID=108576273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82670000/82661800/82661742/5635257c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel Bocas del Toro - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 42 reviews CA $110 CA $121 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=82661742&PinnedHotelID=82661742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19545700/19545616/9971957a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Le Parc Bocas del Toro - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Housekeeping 8.0 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=19545616&PinnedHotelID=19545616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Mezzanine | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13350000/13347500/13347439/cc1a0f34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surfari Bocas Bocas del Toro - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.0 Wonderful 52 reviews CA $33 CA $36 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=13347439&PinnedHotelID=13347439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Library - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Ceiling fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### 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 only accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Spanish Sea Bocas Hostel Bocas del Toro Spanish Sea Bocas Hostel Spanish Sea Bocas Bocas del Toro Spanish Sea Bocas Spanish by the Sea Bocas Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel Bocas del Toro ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel located? > Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal, Bolivar Park, and Bocas Marina. Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea is 0.6 mi (1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spanish by the Sea - Bocas - Hostel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Greg Feb 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Leidi, was helpful at check in with a bright, cheerful smile, and provided with a walking map of the area.. ##### Greg Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jose Apr 4, 2023 ##### jose Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Herman Jun 23, 2022 ok ##### Herman Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael May 27, 2022 ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 19, 2021 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 28, 2017 Liked: Staff & service #### awesome campus and friendly people It's a tropical Hostel/school so you get what you expect. Heat, cold showers. In need of repair but completely comfortable for the hostel traveler. Great spaces. Equipped kitchen daily activities on campus. Wish we could have stayed longer. Walking distance to everything you need. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Pedro jesus Feb 4, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sin agua caliente sin wifi Hostel si agua caliente. Es una academia de español por lo que las zonas comunes se utilizan de aulas. Difícil descansar. No hay wifi en las habitaciones. Solo lo recomendaría para quienes quieran ir a clases ##### Pedro jesus ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 3, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### alonso vargas, US Oct 22, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Se recomienda ,muy tranquilo,excelente personal muy amable y servicial ##### alonso vargas ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Barbados Beach Club Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Maxwell-Hotels-Barbados-Beach-Club-Resort-All-Inclusive.h7271.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Palenque Member of the Cayuga Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Boca-Chica-Hotels-Isla-Palenque.h19388014.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Augusta](https://www.expedia.ca/Augusta-Hotels.d452.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Tocumen-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Panama-Airport.h8836117.Hotel-Information) > > [Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Tocumen-Hotels-Riande-Aeropuerto-Hotel-Casino.h26240.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in St. Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-St-Lucia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d168-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [NAYARA Bocas del Toro](https://www.expedia.ca/Bocas-Del-Toro-Hotels-Bocas-Bali.h51300004.Hotel-Information) > > [Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-Hato-Hotels-Playa-Blanca-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h967117.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Kihei](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels.d9304.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [La Casa de la Abuela](https://www.expedia.ca/Boquete-Hotels-La-Casa-De-La-Abuela.h10961606.Hotel-Information) > > [The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Chiru-Hotels-The-Buenaventura-Golf-Beach-Resort-Panama.h2499390.Hotel-Information) > > [Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Bocas-Del-Toro-Hotels-Punta-Caracol-Acqua-Lodge.h889730.Hotel-Information) > > [Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-Hato-Hotels-Bijao-Beach-Resort.h72094557.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Carleton University](https://www.expedia.ca/Carleton-University-Hotels.0-l502205-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yyz/edmonton-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/amd/yyz/ahmedabad-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nrt/toronto-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Nashville (BNA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/bna/montreal-to-nashville) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to British Columbia (YPR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ypr/vancouver-to-prince-rupert) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Punjab (ISB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/isb/montreal-to-islamabad) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Tulum (TUY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/tuy/calgary-to-tulum) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Suðurnesjabær (KEF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/kef/ottawa-to-reykjavik) ### Packages > [Philippines Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Philippines.d145.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Walden Galleria Mall](https://www.expedia.ca/Walden-Galleria-Mall-Buffalo.d6129205.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Curacao](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/6143269/Curacao) > > [Blue Mountain Village Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Blue-Mountain-Village.d553248621532864943.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Batanes Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Batanes.d553248628384503066.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Downtown Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Downtown-Niagara-Falls.dx553248633938968497) > > [Visit Chicoutimi](https://www.expedia.ca/Saguenay-Chicoutimi.dx6058139)