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Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property

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Superior Bungalow (Waterfront ) | Exterior
Superior Bungalow (Waterfront )
Superior Room (Sailboat)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July

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isla solarte, Bastimentos, bocas del toro

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | Exterior

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room (Room)

Standard Double Room (Room)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Apartment, Sea View | Exterior

Superior Apartment, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Jungle)

Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Jungle)

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room (Sailboat)

Superior Room (Sailboat)

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Premium jungle) | Exterior

Superior Bungalow, Sea View (Premium jungle)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Bungalow (Waterfront ) | Exterior

Superior Bungalow (Waterfront )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Bastimentos

At Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel you'll be in proximity to popular sights like Starfish Beach. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Akwaba, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Enjoy access to kayaking and snorkelling. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights near this 3.5-property class Bastimentos B&B include Bastimentos Sky Zipline and Red Frog Beach.
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Restaurants

  • Barco Hundido Bar
  • La Buga Café
  • Reataurante Guari Guary by Nayda
  • Restaurante Tropical Birds
  • Café Del Mar

About this property

Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel.

This 3.5-star Bastimentos bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Bastimentos bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

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

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 lift
  • 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 are welcome and 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property only accepts cash.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel on 2 Jul 2026 start from NZ$161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

The closest beach to Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel is Starfish Beach (17.6 km).

Is Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

No, Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très beau lodge dans la jungle, proche de la nature. Ile au calme. Les responsables sont très sympathiques, à l’écoute, serviables et de bons conseils.
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

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Il est des endroits que l’on n’a pas envie de quitter. L’endroit est magnifique, et les hôtes absolument charmants, toujours à l’écoute et aux petits soins, avec une attention sincère et discrète qui fait toute la différence. Les chambres sont superbes, confortables et décorées avec goût. Tout est pensé pour que l’on se sente bien, accueilli presque comme à la maison. Une parenthèse hors du temps, que l’on quitte à regret… et avec l’envie certaine de revenir.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joëlle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Très bonne réception. Endroit calme et arboré.Possibilité de snorkling et de faire du kayak. Beaucoup d’espace avec hamacs autour des habitations . Un lieu où on se sent bien .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

Melina

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026