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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: El Jaguar in Bastimentos offers a sun terrace, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy sea views, air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and shared bathrooms with modern amenities. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, tour desk, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator, microwave, shower, and wardrobe. Prime Location: Located a few steps from Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport, El Jaguar is near scuba diving opportunities. Guests appreciate the friendly staff and excellent service support.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Romy
Australia“The location was beautiful as it was right on the water and the hostel had beautiful hammocks to relax in. Everyone was really friendly too! Highly recommend” - Charlie
United Kingdom“Facilities were really good - exactly as described and well kept. Room was small, but fine and fan kept us cool. Bathroom was also small but well maintained and kept clean. Location is quiet and relaxed, the perfect escape from Bocas.” - Tosia
Poland“room, hammocks, nice view, near the main boat station on the island, beautiful wooden floor, very relaxing and kind vibe. I would recommend this place to everyone. I think it's perfect both for solo travellers and couples.” - Lara
Belgium“Nice volunteers. Well equiped kitchen. Good located on the island. Nice commen area” - Bart
Netherlands“The over the water terrace is great. Also, the tiny town in which the hostel is located truely makes you feel like a visitor, contrary to Bocas town which is much more touristy.” - Lionel Australia“Location right on the water was great. It was also only a short walk to the track across the island to Wizard Beach. Room was adequate and the bed comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. The stove had good strong gas and good skillets...”
- Anni
Finland“Nice hostel in Bastimentos! The very friendly host who helped me with everything. Feel like a friend <3 The hostel is on the sea and the view was amazing. I had rainy days (I spent them on a hammock, relaxing <3 ) and the humidity in the room was...” - Greg
New Zealand“Awesome place with great views! Staff were really nice and helpful. The room was nice and there are lots of options for tours and rentals” - Jan
Czech Republic“Excellent place, the owner of the property and the staff were very helpful in giving us advice. I also rented a kayak to explore the island properly. Already my second stay in El Jaguar” - Judith
Germany“Loved the view over the ocean and the place on the island. They have tours you can book and a clean kitchen. Great hotel and tasty cocktails :)”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note there are no ATMs on the island and the property accepts cash only on arrival.
Payment in advance via wire transfer or PayPal may be requested for your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide any wire transfer instructions.
Please keep in mind that all businesses and shops in town accept cash only and the closest ATM is located in Bocas Town on Isla Colon, ensure you have enough money to cover all expenses for your stay.
There is a licensed bar on site; guests are not permitted to bring outside alcohol onto the property.
The property cannot accommodate children under the age of 2 years.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
