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Bambuda Castle - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Hobbit Home
Exterior
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Cabin Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May

Explore the area

Map
El Castillo, Calle Principal, El Santua, Los Naranjos, Los Naranjos
  • Church of San Juan Bautista
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Municipal Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Boquete Library
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Twin

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Cabin Room

Cabin Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Tower Room

Tower Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden Bungalow

Garden Bungalow

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hobbit Home

Hobbit Home

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
In-room safe
  • Valley view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family & Friends

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

About the area

Los Naranjos

At Bambuda Castle - Hostel you'll be 3.1 km (2 mi) from Sendero El Pianista and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from La Amistad International Park. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .With a stay at this Los Naranjos hostel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Los Ladrillos and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Church of San Juan Bautista.
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What's nearby

  • Sendero El Pianista - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Church of San Juan Bautista - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Municipal Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Boquete Library - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Boquete Tree Trek - 26 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kotowa Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Ladera - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Rock - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ngädri - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Donde Gisele - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Bambuda Castle - Hostel

Adults-only hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Bambuda Castle - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Los Naranjos hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bambuda Castle - Hostel offers 7 accommodations with a safe. This Los Naranjos hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: PAB 6 to 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately PAB 6 to 8 per person

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 accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Bambuda Castle Hostel Boquete
Bambuda Castle Hostel
Bambuda Castle Boquete
Bambuda Castle
Bambuda Castle Hostel
Bambuda Hostel Los Naranjos
Bambuda Castle - Hostel Los Naranjos
Bambuda Castle - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

Bambuda Castle - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

As of 8 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bambuda Castle - Hostel on 19 May 2025 start from NZ$157.64, 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.

Is parking available at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

Yep, Bambuda Castle - Hostel has a free self car park.

Is Bambuda Castle - Hostel family-friendly?

No, Bambuda Castle - Hostel is an adults-only property.

Does Bambuda Castle - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

No, Bambuda Castle - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bambuda Castle - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Bambuda Castle - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 120 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

lourdes

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Most friendly staff ever!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Far exceeded my expectations. I felt peaceful, quiet, and private.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing except for the hot water supply in the hobbit house. When the issue was adressed to the reception the response was to keep it open and it will eventually come. I waited for 10 minutes with extremely cold water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
property is undertaking expansion. service was excellent. Water ie. Hot water is a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan R

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

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

Excellent in every way

Bambuda is fantastic. The location is excellent with breathtaking views of the mountains & countryside. The food in the restaurant is excellent & there are numerous options at all times of the day. The service at the front desk & at the restaurant are prefect: helpful, friendly, & enthusiastic. Taxi rides from the hotel to a variety of destinations are easy to get & inexpensive. I had a cabin with a balcony. It felt like a cabin in the mountains but with strong hot water in the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, Bellflower

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone here was absolutely amazing. Views were great. Food was delicious. Staff is so friendly. Front desk worker Reynina was our favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maitri

I will be here for 9 days total because my plans keep changing! I have had to add days on repeatedly and they do their best to keep me in the same or similar location. Then I got sick and they isolated me and took care of me like family. This has felt like a home away from home… not a vacation but I’m safe and well cared for!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Xavier

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great views in a quiet setting
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent dining
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cool place! It’s part hostel and part hotel. We stayed in one of the hobbit homes and it was beyond cool. Everything was new and updated inside the home. It was a very nice, but casual environment around the hotel. It had a great vibe of young and older adults. The dining area is large and a great hangout for all visitors. The views of the mountains were fantastic. The staff was very helpful and even had a laundry service for us. The food was great. It was a very fun and unique place to stay. We really enjoyed it and would book there again.

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great retreat from the hustle & bustle of downtown. Truly feels like you are on an eco resort with comfortable amenities and a truly unique feel to the hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reggie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! Very attentive staff. Good food. Unique castle and hobbit holes! I’ve been to many great hostels and this one tops them all!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing staff...Amazing view

Stayed in Cocobolo "hobbit house". So cute and unique. High ceiling, sliding door w screen. Birds everywhere in the garden. Amazing view. Shared basic kitchen with fridge. No coffee maker...but a tea kettle. Restaurant on site that is actually open 7 days. Pool and hot tub. Lots of hiking nearby. Better to have a car to get to and from town...but taxis are a few bucks. $30 shuttle daily 8am gets you to bocas del toro. $20 Uber from David. Staff are extremely helpful and all speak fluent english. Great recommendations for restaurants in town...plus where to shop for bakery, veggies and gifts. There's a little info book on all to see and do in the area. So very helpful! Loved this place. Would stay again in a heartbeat
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting architecture and decorating. Beautiful views and lovely landscape
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The grounds were incredibly beautiful! The flowers and the
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Neimis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Fredrick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
More of a Hostal that expected. Lots of dorm rooms full of dudes. All the dudes in the hot tube… no thanks. Had a room that was like a lord-of-the-rings hut. Tiny, damp and dirty. Only one door/window so hard to get any air circulation. Boquete is known for its coffee, but don’t look here for one. Tried 2 days in a row at 8am to get a cup and got the weakest brew in the Shire. Frodo may like it, but not me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Wonderful, unique hostel!

We loved our stay at Bambuda Castle! The shared open air balcony was such a highlight. We were able to come back from hiking and watch the afternoon storms roll through the hills. Gorgeous and relaxing. Hostel was spotlessly clean and the folks at the reception desk were unfailingly helpful. Food was way better than it had to be. Would recommend a car as it is difficult to get anywhere without one. Parking was tight but still do-able.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021