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Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel

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Consider a stay at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like paddleboards and snorkeling at this bed & breakfast. The on-site restaurant, Akwaba, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room (Room) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room (Room)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Jungle) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Jungle)

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room (Sailboat) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room (Sailboat)

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Premium jungle)

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Bungalow (Family Jungle) | Exterior

Superior Bungalow (Family Jungle)

  • Lagoon view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalow (Waterfront ) | Exterior

Superior Bungalow (Waterfront )

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bastimentos is home to Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel. 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 Bird Island and Red Frog Beach. With scuba diving, surf lessons, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Bastimentos travel guide
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isla solarte, Bastimentos, bocas del toro

Restaurants

  • La Buga Café
  • coco fastronomy
  • Leaf Eaters Cafe
  • Space Lounge & Restaurant
  • Merén Pool Club & Restaurant

About this property

Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like paddleboards and snorkeling at this bed & breakfast. The on-site restaurant, Akwaba, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a paddleboard on site, and a dock
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, travel cribs, and ceiling fans

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Akwaba

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 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 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

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 only accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Akwaba Lodge Bastimentos
Akwaba Lodge Bed & breakfast
Akwaba Lodge Bed & breakfast Bastimentos

Frequently asked questions

Is Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel located?

Situated in Bastimentos, this bed & breakfast is close to Bastimentos Sky Zipline, Red Frog Beach, and Hospital Point. Local attractions also include Wizard Beach and Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal.

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Reviews

Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the forest cabin. Loved it. Quiet, open air sleeping arrangement, great bed and linens, grounds were beautiful, good food and hostess very helpful. Recommend! Book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Akwaba Lodge was wonderful in all aspects. An absolutely beautiful property, and Our room was very clean and comfortable and had everything we n
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place of the entire trip!! Great hosts and excellent chef. Soooo peaceful and very romantic in a rustic sense. The wonderful lodge-like structure is somewhat secluded on an island near Bocas Del Toro, It is only accessible by boat and most tours will pick you up at their dock. The English-speaking owner can help arrange this. They have a sweet dog that bonds quickly to guests, but is not intrusive. Love this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay. We had only booked 2 nights, but extended to 5 nights. The hospitality was amazing, Natalie, Jean, Anna, and Arturo were wonderful. The daily breakfast was appreciated, as was the wonderful dinner. There were 2-3 options each night. Kayaks, SUP, and snorkeling gear were provided Do not hesitate in booking this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are so happy we stayed at Akwaba Lodge. The grounds are well maintained and we had opportunity to walk around and explore. We loved and appreciated the home made meals, breakfast to get us going with fresh homemade bread and jams. Then dinners, with a couple options to choose from, were delicious. We felt like we were part of the family dining there. The room had all we needed and was cleaned daily. We enjoyed some time just sitting at the table outside our room or relaxing in the hammocks. Easy access to the dock for excursions and adventures. Natali and Jean-Christian were helpful with any of our questions, were happy to help plan activities, and even took us on a little jungle tour out back, where we saw sloths, red tree frogs and so many varieties of fruit trees! Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Niurka

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really wanted to love this place. The property itself is beautiful—lush trees, birds everywhere, and a very peaceful setting. The owners also provide snorkeling gear and kayaks, which is a nice touch. However, several issues made our stay disappointing. We booked a cabin advertised as oceanfront, but the view was completely blocked by palm trees—no ocean visible at all. When I asked about it, I was told another cabin with the correct view couldn’t be cleaned in time and was reserved for the next day. What was frustrating is that the cabin was empty, yet no effort was made to accommodate. While I understand they mentioned having issues with their washing machine, that should not impact a guest receiving what they specifically paid for—especially when a solution was clearly available. Other concerns: we only received two towels, which were changed once during our 3-night stay. There is no AC (worth noting), and the cabin uses screens instead of windows—some of which were broken, allowing insects inside. The biggest issue was roaches. We found them in every area—bedroom, bathroom, walls, couch, and even near our luggage. It was constant and very uncomfortable. We contacted Expedia, but due to the late hour and remote location (boat access only), we couldn’t relocate. The owners seem kind, but the situation was not handled properly, and no apology was offered about the roaches despite being notified. With better maintenance and customer service, this place could be great.
Roaches in bathroom counter
Supposed waterfront view
Broken fence
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay, facilitated by fabulous hosts. The hosts began communicating about our upcoming stay several weeks in advance to arrange transportation to the property. We were met at the airport and taken to the lodge. The jungle house is very nice, well equipped with internet, kitchen, fan, full screen for an open air experience. Each morning and afternoon we were greeted by the sounds of birds. Unless you travel to another island you are limited to preparing your own dinner, or enjoying the reasonably priced and delicious selections each evening at the lodge. The provided breakfasts were wonderful, and reasonably priced upgrades are available. The hosts were always available, and it was quick and easy to communicate via WhatsApp. Arranging dinner, water taxi rides or excursions. Depending upon your room location there can be a number of stairs. Internet works okay, but would not be great if you need consistent high speed. Why would you want to be on the internet working, rather than enjoying the island life. LTE phone service is consistent. The screens and fan keep the room comfortable. Taxi’s to other islands are $5 to $10 per person each way. We enjoyed the quiet and natural feeling of this island, and traveled on excursions daily. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personal and frniendly approch from host Natalie who was very kind and helpful. Delicious and freshlyprepared food. Quiet and beautiful hotel surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the privacy and peaceful nature of Akwaba lodge. Natali and family were wonderful hosts. Breakfast was superb! Really enjoyed spending my 30th here. They left me a little birthday gift which was a lovely. It was really clean and comfortable. We even got to go kayaking and paddle boarding with no extra charge! I would stay here again. Highly recommend. Thank you!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

The good and the bad

The French couple that ran the hotel were super very helpful and very nice. There was no menu there was one choice for dinner and that was a problem for me. The desserts were wonderful. I walk with a cane and going upstairs to the lodge there was no handrail, but they had an employee help me up and handle my luggage. I was eaten up by bug bites and I requested another fan at night time and they were very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me recibieron con los brazos abiertos en este espectacular lugar. Es un maravilla de la naturaleza y te hacen sentir como en casa. Los paseos en kayak no tienen precio. Volvería una y otra vez.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons passés 2 jours, dans une chambre puis un bungalow dans la jungle. Experience au top ! Le temps n a pas toujours etait de la partie mais les hotes sont adorables, attentifs et mettent tout en oeuvre pour que tout soit facile et agréable pour nous ! Encore merci :) materiels a disposition pour snorkiling, paddle. Nourriture le soir excellente. Franchement allez y les yeux fermés !!! Encore merci à Nathalie et son mari qui sont vraiment des personnes super !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAMJAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible three nights - from accommodations to activities to food, everything was amazing! Thank you Nathalie and JC
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
¡Gran opción para quedarse en Bocas del Toro! Queda un poco trasmano del centro, pero en lancha se llega a todos lados, es una excelente opción para pasar unas vacaciones increíbles y disfrutar de la naturaleza! Hay muchos peces en los muelles para hacer snorkel y te prestan el equipo y kayaks para usar a tu antojo. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seychelles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo estuvo perfecto. Great hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un espacio y entorno precioso y la atención de Natalie y Arturo no pudo ser mejor. Los desayunos y las cenas con comida local han sido fantásticos. Hemos disfrutado mucho nuestros dias, esperamos volver pronto!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Franchement top! 👌

Dès l'arrivée, un accueil personnalisé par Nathalie. Nous avions pour nos 3 nuits une "cabane" vue sur la mer des Caraïbes tout confort et à vrai dire incroyable ! En ce qui concerne les repas au restaurant une ambiance familiale très apaisante, et que dire de la qualité des repas tout juste franchement délicieux ! Sur l'ensemble de notre parcours à travers le Panama c'est là où nous avons le mieux mangé sans aucun doute ! La mer accessible à différents endroits, mise à disposition de canoë, padel, matériel de snorkeling etc. Les propriétaires sont vraiment d'une gentillesse infinie.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtes exceptionnels à l'écoute de nos besoins! Un endroit et des hôtes au delà de nos attentes! Un gros merci à Natali et Jean-Christian! De plus les hôtes sont parfaitement trilingue!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar, muy acogedor, conexión con la naturaleza increíble. Jean, Natali, Arturo y Oscar, te hacen sentir en casa. Lugar super recomendado. Habitación limpia y con detalles increíbles, comida riquisima. Sumergirte en aguas tranquila y cristalina desde el muelle lo máximo, tienen kayak disponible para paseos alrededor de la propiedad.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La chambre était très bien, le site était superbe avec de jolies fleurs et arbres, il était grand avec des beaux sentiers pour se promener, le personnel très attentionné et aidant lors de notre séjour, nous avons adoré échanger avec eux, ils nous ont donné de bons conseils, le personnel était gentil. Nous avons très bien mangé à tous les repas de la journée. Je recommande cet hôtel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Van

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025