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Cliff's Hostel, hotel in La Gruta

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Cliff's Hostel is located in La Gruta, a 10-minute walk from Istmito and 1.5 miles from Y Griega Beach.

It was located a close 5-10 minute walk to the water taxi, near lots of great restaurants, and provided ingredients to make yummy pancakes in the mornings.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
247 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults
Bambuda Bocas Town, hotel in La Gruta

Featuring a shared lounge, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Bambuda Bocas Town is located in Bocas Town, a 10-minute walk from Istmito and 1.5 miles from Y Griega Beach.

Perfect location, new, clean and great activities
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,293 reviews
Price from
$98
1 night, 2 adults
Surfari Bocas, hotel in La Gruta

Surfari Bocas offers pet-friendly accommodations in Bocas Town. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom fitted with a hot water shower.

Really lovely little spot. Best hot shower that we had had in a while. Really nice owner. Right by everything yet still nice and quiet.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
692 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults
Spanish by the Sea - Bocas, hotel in La Gruta

Located 1 block from the seafront in Bocas del Toro, Spanish by the Sea – Bocas offers a communal kitchen and dining area, a garden, a space with lots hammocks and accommodations with free Wi-Fi.

Great stuff, clean rooms and good breakfast , thanks for everything Maryam from Iran
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
671 reviews
Price from
$34
1 night, 2 adults
Hostal On The Sea, hotel in La Gruta

Hostal On The Sea is offering accommodations in Bocas Town. With a private beach area, the property also features barbecue facilities. The hostel provides a shared lounge.

On the sea.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
183 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults
El Jaguar, hotel in La Gruta

Located in Bocas Town, El Jaguar has a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service....

My favorite place to stay in Bocas.. Jaguar and his staff are super friendly and helpful… The 3 hour happy hour is great, the two kitchens are greatly needed when it’s busy and the location over the water is perfect for relaxing in the hammocks… Also, the improvements to Old Bank and the trail to Wizard Beach itself have helped with the whole experience.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
425 reviews
Price from
$26
1 night, 2 adults
Twin Fin Plaza, hotel in La Gruta

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar, Twin Fin Plaza is located in Bocas Town and is a 19-minute walk from Istmito.

Basically abandoned
Scored 6.3
6.3
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
270 reviews
Price from
$13
1 night, 2 adults
Bambuda Lodge, hotel in La Gruta

Bambuda Lodge is located in the tropical rain forest in Bocas del Toro. The property features a coral reef off its dock and a swimming pool with an on-site bar and a fun and social atmosphere.

Everything was great except for two things. Location was great with awesome views, own dock, pool, and a trail behind the property Food was good, both breakfast and dinner Access might be a challenge for some since reaching the property will require going up steps and an uphill ramp
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,664 reviews
Price from
$102
1 night, 2 adults
Bastimentos Hill Guest House, hotel in La Gruta

Located in Bocas Town, Bastimentos Hill Guest House has a private beach area, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi. The property has a shared kitchen, room service and organizing tours for guests.

Perfect little spot with some incredible views. Really comfy bed. Hammocks to enjoy our on the balcony. All in all a really nice place.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
433 reviews
Drago Beach House - Private Beach, hotel in La Gruta

Set in Boca del Drago, this beachfort property offers accommodations in Bocas Town. The property is a 20 minutes walk from Playa Estrella.

Location, beach, 30min walk to playa Estrella, great Internet,
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
84 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in La Gruta

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    Scored 8.0
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     · 247 reviews
    Free breakfast was great! Very friendly hostel. Rooftop terrace was lovely.
    Caroline
    Group
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    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    Very good value for the price. The staff was super welcoming and helpful! Very clean and many places to hang around and social with other backpackers. Free breakfast was nice too! Highly recommend that place!!
    Patricia
    Solo traveler
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    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    Cheap accommodation with pancake mix for breakfast
    Berit
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $30.55
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    I enjoyed the location, the many places to stay to chill inside the hostel. The staff like Katyana, Carolina and Manuel were the best. it was clean and really comfortable even with a good price. I enjoyed this stay. The staff they are really helpful and kind. thanks guys!
    Jair
    Solo traveler
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    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    -Super friendly staff -The kitchen was well equipped and the free pancake mix was a great touch! -Great location, only a 10 minute walk from the dock -Excellent AC in the dorm and the wifi worked perfectly.
    Claire
    Solo traveler
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    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    clean & working facilities. Great Stuff. So friendly & helpful. Would love to go back because of the hostel✌🏽
    Simon
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $30.55
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    Good location, nice atmosphere within the hostel. The price is definitely what makes it a great option. The kitchen is nicely equipped.
    Quentin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $30.55
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    The hostel is located on a quiet neighborhood in the northern part of Bocas Town. The bed was comfortable and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I didn' t use the kitchen so I can' t comment on that area.
    Michael
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $30.55
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    Reliably hot showers, roof top seating, and complimentary coffee will always win me over. Private room even had a mini fridge and aircon which is quite luxurious by hostel standards.
    Clypto
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $30.55
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 247 reviews
    Overall Cliffs hostel was good. Nice common area to hang out in, the kitchen had the things you needed and pancake breakfast in the morning. Also AC in the room was nice.
    Frida
    Travelers with friends