The tiny Sand Dollar Beach Bed & Breakfast, with just six rooms, brings the atmosphere of a charming New England-style inn to Panama. The plantation-style two-story house features big open porches with Adirondack chairs and hammocks, and great views from the second floor. The simple property has lovely gardens and a small beach across the street. A fresh breakfast is served every morning, but there is no formal restaurant, and it’s a bit of a hike to town -- a 30 minute walk or short cab ride to reach any restaurants or bars. This inn is well-suited to those seeking a solid value at a quaint, yet bare bones, property -- there's no pool, gym, or spa.
The tiny Sand Dollar Beach Bed & Breakfast, with just six rooms, brings the atmosphere of a charming New England-style inn to Panama. The plantation-style two-story house features big open porches with Adirondack chairs and hammocks, and great views from the second floor. The simple property has lovely gardens and a small beach across the street. A fresh breakfast is served every morning, but there is no formal restaurant, and it’s a bit of a hike to town -- a 30 minute walk or short cab ride to reach any restaurants or bars. This inn is well-suited to those seeking a solid value at a quaint, yet bare bones, property -- there's no pool, gym, or spa.
The Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge consists of nine two-story cabanas built on stilts above the crystal waters of the Caribbean Sea. It bills itself as eco-luxury, but with simple rooms and few amenities, rates are a little high. The suites are charmingly rustic rather than chic -- there is very limited electricity -- and each has a large deck with lounge chairs and a ladder for easy access into the water. Breakfast and a three-course dinner are included in the rate, but the food receives mixed reviews and soft drinks and alcohol aren't covered. A 30-minute boat ride from Almirante, the lodge is a truly remote, peaceful retreat for travelers wanting to relax on their deck with a book or take out the free kayaks and snorkel gear.
The Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge consists of nine two-story cabanas built on stilts above the crystal waters of the Caribbean Sea. It bills itself as eco-luxury, but with simple rooms and few amenities, rates are a little high. The suites are charmingly rustic rather than chic -- there is very limited electricity -- and each has a large deck with lounge chairs and a ladder for easy access into the water. Breakfast and a three-course dinner are included in the rate, but the food receives mixed reviews and soft drinks and alcohol aren't covered. A 30-minute boat ride from Almirante, the lodge is a truly remote, peaceful retreat for travelers wanting to relax on their deck with a book or take out the free kayaks and snorkel gear.
Koko Resort is a value property in the residential neighborhood of Saigon Bay on Isla Colon, walking distance from Bocas Town. While its rustic style is certainly not for everybody, the resort offers a taste of authentic Panamanian life. Everything here, from the scrappy beach to the patchy gardens to the guest cabins, feels lived-in and well-loved. All six cabins (some sitting on silts over the water) have air-conditioning, full kitchens, and balconies or terraces, and while decor is homey, it's also simple. Free breakfast is served daily and includes local fruits, and the owners can arrange for excursions and activities around the island. Kayaks, bikes, and snorkel masks are also available for free use by guests. If Koko Resort is booked, consider The Sand Dollar Beach Bed & Breakfast, which has similar prices but a quieter location a five-minute drive north.
Koko Resort is a value property in the residential neighborhood of Saigon Bay on Isla Colon, walking distance from Bocas Town. While its rustic style is certainly not for everybody, the resort offers a taste of authentic Panamanian life. Everything here, from the scrappy beach to the patchy gardens to the guest cabins, feels lived-in and well-loved. All six cabins (some sitting on silts over the water) have air-conditioning, full kitchens, and balconies or terraces, and while decor is homey, it's also simple. Free breakfast is served daily and includes local fruits, and the owners can arrange for excursions and activities around the island. Kayaks, bikes, and snorkel masks are also available for free use by guests. If Koko Resort is booked, consider The Sand Dollar Beach Bed & Breakfast, which has similar prices but a quieter location a five-minute drive north.