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Bambuda Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Property grounds
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Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Explore the area

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South side of Isla Solarte, Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro
  • Place, Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
  • Place, Starfish Beach
  • Place, Red Frog Beach
  • Airport, Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)

Room options

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Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

Guest Room Private Balcony-Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Canopy Room

Canopy Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Jungle Cabin

Jungle Cabin

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premium Canopy Room

Premium Canopy Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Jungle Bungalow

Jungle Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private 4-Bed Dorm

Private 4-Bed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the area

Bastimentos

At Bambuda Lodge - Hostel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Hospital Point and Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to boat tours and kayaking. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights you'll find near this Bastimentos hostel include Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm and Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal.
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Restaurants

  • Space Lounge & Restaurant
  • La Buga Café
  • coco fastronomy
  • Amaranto
  • Merén Pool Club & Restaurant

About this property

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel

Bayside hostel with outdoor pool and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bastimentos hostel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bambuda Lodge - Hostel offers 11 accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via Boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 25 April 2025 to 1 December 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Front desk
  • Swimming pool

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 10.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and PayPal.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Bambuda Lodge Hostel Isla Solarte
Bambuda Lodge Hostel
Bambuda Hostel Bastimentos
Bambuda Lodge - Hostel Bastimentos
Bambuda Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

Bambuda Lodge - 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 Lodge - Hostel?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel on 19 Dec 2025 start from NZ$189.32, 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 Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

The closest beach to Bambuda Lodge - Hostel is Red Frog Beach (4.7 km).

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Bambuda Lodge - Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from April 25 2025 until December 1 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Does Bambuda Lodge - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

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

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

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

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The property will be renovating its dining venue from April 25 2025 until December 1 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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

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

Are pets allowed at Bambuda Lodge - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.