Experience world-class service at Bluff Beach Retreat

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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
3 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
3 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
3 single beds
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
3 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
Bedroom 5
2 single beds
Bedroom 6
2 single beds
Bedroom 7
2 single beds
Bedroom 8
1 double bed
Bedroom 9
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Bocas del Toro

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location right on the long quiet beautiful beach & far enough away from the madding crowds. With plenty of things to do & all the lovely restaurants nearby this was a perfect place for us to stay and unwind after a stay in the city. Would...
  • Meike
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The Retreat is an amazing place on Isla Colon, if you prefer to stay out of town, enjoying the beauty of Bluff Beach. Our room was beautiful. The gardens are amazing, we have been spotting sloths, monkeys, lots of different species of hummingbird,...
  • Fraenzi
    Germany Germany
    The Bluff Beach Retreat is an absolute paradise. We felt comfortable from the first minute. The beach, the jungle, the nature is breathtaking. Added to this is the warmth and helpfulness of the hosts. We will miss the breakfast, the beautiful...
  • Victor
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Everything is fantastic! What a great resort! Maybe a bit more expensive but every penny worth it!
  • Susie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous location, lovely grounds and pool, wonderful staff and fabulous breakfast.
  • Serge
    Canada Canada
    A paradise in jungle beach Bluff, the house is stunning, the pool is amazing, the beach is at 20 meters, wifi is 150mbps, the staff is adorable, yoga classes are great, breakfast is tasty!
  • Sjoerd
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The accommodation is great. In the middle of the Forrest. Eco environment. Away from the noise of the town. Extremely friendly ✨Anita and Augusto Bluff Beach Retreat. From
  • Henrik
    Sweden Sweden
    Everything except the road to the hotel was great! truly great. But it is not for everyone. It is like living in the jungle , with no AC so you can hear the sounds
  • Lingen
    Peru Peru
    It is situated at the beach, surrounded by lots of greens, and indeed very quiet.
  • Edgardo
    Argentina Argentina
    El hotel está en una ubicación inmejorable, frente a la playa y en un entorno de vegetación impresionante, es normal ver en la propiedad distintos tipos de animales salvajes. La infraestructura del hotel es excelente, todo muy bien mantenido y...

Managed by Ron & Christine Dennis

Company review score: 9.7Based on 55 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Christine & I have lived in Toronto all of our lives. After many years of running busy restaurants, we decided it was time for a change.

Property information

We fell in love with Bluff Beach & Bocas del Toro at first sight. Bocas' unique Caribbean flavour, its' warm & friendly people and stunning Bluff Beach were irresistible.

Neighbourhood information

The tranquility of our beautiful property and the daily adventures of Bocas del Toro are a wonderful tonic for our guests.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bluff Beach Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

    Reception services

    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas

    Wellness

    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Full body massage
    • Couples massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Foot bath
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Body treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Bluff Beach Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 10:30 to 19:30
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Extra bed upon request
    US$25 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    2 - 15 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$25 per child, per night
    16+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$45 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Bluff Beach Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Bluff Beach Retreat

    • Room options at Bluff Beach Retreat include:

      • Suite
      • Twin/Double
      • Triple
      • Villa
    • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Bluff Beach Retreat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Bluff Beach Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Snorkelling
      • Fishing
      • Beachfront
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Horse riding
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Beach
      • Fitness
      • Swimming Pool
      • Body treatments
      • Walking tours
      • Couples massage
      • Foot bath
      • Yoga classes
      • Beauty Services
      • Back massage
      • Spa facilities
      • Full body massage
    • Bluff Beach Retreat is 4.3 miles from the centre of Bocas del Toro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Bluff Beach Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Bluff Beach Retreat is from 10:30, and check-out is until 10:00.