Reviews of Bambuda Castle
Los Naranjos, Boquete, Panama
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Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewMy favourite thing here was the heated pool and jacuzzi. Such a nice vibe and cozy atmosphere here! The common areas are so well designed, really makes you want to spend time there. I need to highlight how delicious the food in the hotel restaurant was! It is so well made, healthy and full of flavour. I wanted to eat there all the time!
The location is quite far away from the village, you cannot do anything on a walking distance (no bars, no supermarkets), so you need to take the hotel shuttle to get downtown (4 dollars for one person, each way, so it becomes expensive). Also, the waiting times for breakfast were too long, we almost missed our tour and had to eat so quick the breakfast...
Hi Marta, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed all our amenities, It's also wonderful to know that our restaurant's healthy and flavorful dishes stood out to you. We apologize for the inconvenience caused ,We understand how these issues can impact your experience. To address this, we've implemented measures to improve our services . Warm regards, Bambuda
Hi Marta, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed all our amenities, It's also wonderful to know that our restaurant's healthy and flavorful dishes stood out to you. We apologize for the inconvenience caus… Show more
Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFantastic places to stay. I was in the dorm room but it felt like staying in a luxury hotel.
Food is really nice at a reasonable price but the portions were quite small
Hi Logan, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your experience was amazing. It's fantastic to know that our accommodations met your expectations. We appreciate your comments about the restaurant. We're always looking for ways to enhance our guests Warm regards, Bambuda Castle
Hi Logan, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your experience was amazing. It's fantastic to know that our accommodations met your expectations. We appreciate your comments about the restaurant. We're alway… Show more
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe place is stunning, the staff are very helpful, they helped us with tours and transport. Very comfortable and the views are out of this world. The stay was amazing!
Hi Kurt, Your review made our day, thank you! We’re thrilled you found our place beautiful, our staff helpful. It’s fantastic to know that the comfort and breathtaking views made your stay amazing. Warm Regards Bambuda Castle Team
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBambuda Castle offers stunning mountain views and a truly unique atmosphere. The design feels almost hobbit-like, with charming details that make it a perfect place for calm and serenity. It is not in the city center, but for about $4 you can get there easily, so you still have quick access to everything while enjoying a peaceful retreat. The setting is beautiful, the vibe is relaxing, and it is a great choice if you are looking to unwind in a unique and picturesque place. Again the Bambuda standard of high quality stay and experience is also present here. I recommend.
Hello Alexandre, Thank you for sharing your experience with us, We’re glad that you enjoy your experienceof staying in a castle. Your recommendation means the world, come back anytime for more peaceful charm! Warm regards Bambuda Castle Team
Hello Alexandre, Thank you for sharing your experience with us, We’re glad that you enjoy your experienceof staying in a castle. Your recommendation means the world, come back anytime for more peaceful charm! Warm regards Bambuda Castle … Show more
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNo go burn bed deal on a room that smelled like feet booty and sweaty ape was a total no go for us
View and looks. Rooms dorms buks bed deal is crap
Hello Jason, Thank you for sharing your Feedback with us. I’m truly sorry that your experience fell far short of expectations. Your Feedback make us improve our services. Warm Regards Bambuda Castle team
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice place, good staff
Smell in the dorm...
Hi Alexandra, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re delighted that you found our place welcoming and appreciated our wonderful staff. Your feedback helps us to improve. Warm regards, Bambuda Castle Team
Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewPleasant stay and very helpfull staff!
Hi Annelien Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad you had a pleasant stay and found our staff helpful. We look forward to welcoming you back to Bambuda Castle soon! Best regards, Bambuda Castle Team
Reviewed: 25 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewFood is amazing! Nice vibe.
Tower room should get more fresh air. It smells a bit damp. Furthermore, the music outside in front of the tower room is a bit annoying if you want to turn in early.
Thank you Dominic for your kind words about our food and vibe—we’re thrilled you enjoyed them! We appreciate your feedback about the tower room and the music. We’re sorry for any discomfort caused by the damp smell and noise, and we’ll work on improving ventilation and adjusting the music to enhance guest comfort. We hope to welcome you back for an even better experience! Best regards, Bambuda Castle
Thank you Dominic for your kind words about our food and vibe—we’re thrilled you enjoyed them! We appreciate your feedback about the tower room and the music. We’re sorry for any discomfort caused by the damp smell and noise, and we’ll wor… Show more
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLoved the castle property. Lots of tours offered and staff were fantastic and helpful.
Room wasn't cleaned or straightened up the whole time were there (3 days)..
Hi Glenna, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you loved the castle and enjoyed the tours and our staff’s service — it truly means a lot to us. We also really appreciate your honest feedback regarding the room not being cleaned during your stay. That’s certainly not the experience we aim to provide, and we apologize for the oversight. We’ll be reviewing this with our team to make sure it doesn’t happen again. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back and offer an even better stay next time! Warm regards, Bambuda Castle Team
Hi Glenna, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you loved the castle and enjoyed the tours and our staff’s service — it truly means a lot to us. We also really appreciate your honest feedback regarding the room no… Show more
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAmazing property and great views of the mountains. Delicious food and drinks for cheap, very nice room, very friendly staff.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning mountain views, tasty food and drinks, and your comfortable room. It means a lot to know our staff made you feel welcome. We hope to see you again soon! 🌄🍽️😊 Bambuda Castle Team
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning mountain views, tasty food and drinks, and your comfortable room. It means a lot to know our staff made you feel welcome. We hope to see you again so… Show more
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely Incredible Hospitality! Melanie and Ashley were beyond amazing! My friend and I had unexpected issues with our phones (a total nightmare), which made it really difficult to plan our days. Thankfully, Melanie and Ashley stepped in and helped us with both our itinerary and transportation. Their kindness and support made all the difference. This place is truly a gem—peaceful, beautiful, and perfect for relaxation. The views are stunning, and the hobbit cabin is a magical experience in itself. We will definitely be back and will be recommending this beautiful spot to anyone looking to unwind in a serene, unforgettable setting.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review Andrea! We're so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience, and we're especially happy that Melanie and Ashley were able to support you during a stressful moment — they truly go above and beyond, and we'll make sure they receive your kind words. It means the world to us that you found our place peaceful, beautiful, and relaxing. The hobbit cabin is indeed a special spot, and we're so glad you enjoyed its magic and the stunning views. We can't wait to welcome you and your friend back again soon. Thank you for recommending us — your support truly means everything! Bambuda Castle Team
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Andrea! We're so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience, and we're especially happy that Melanie and Ashley were able to support you during a stressful moment — they truly g… Show more
Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewIt is a castle! Little outside the centre but the shuttle they offer is great! Food is good. Staff is really nice and helpful.
The bar / restaurant closes really early, like around 9pm. After that it’s not possible anymore to get any drinks. The pool and jacuzzi where under construction which was a little sad. Especially when you’re doing some amazing hikes around it’s nice to chill.
Thank you so much Gwen for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the unique charm of our castle, the convenient shuttle service, and the hospitality of our staff. It’s always a pleasure to know our guests feel well taken care of. We appreciate your feedback regarding the early closure of the bar and restaurant — we're continuously reviewing our services and will certainly take this into consideration. We also apologize for the temporary closure of the pool and jacuzzi during your stay; we understand how nice it would have been to relax after your hikes. The renovations are part of our commitment to improving our facilities, and we hope you'll return to enjoy them in full operation next time. Bambuda Castle Team
Thank you so much Gwen for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the unique charm of our castle, the convenient shuttle service, and the hospitality of our staff. It’s always a pleasure to know our guests feel well … Show more
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReally cool property close to Boquete with nice staff and amazing views. We got an upgrade to a hobbit house which was a nice surprise! The room was very comfortable and the castle looks really nice with a well decorated common area. There is also plenty of parking space.
Thank you for your wonderful review Tessa! We're so glad you enjoyed the upgrade to the hobbit house it's always great to surprise our guests! It's also lovely to hear you appreciated the views, comfortable room, and the unique charm of the castle and common areas. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another magical stay! Bambuda Castle Team
Thank you for your wonderful review Tessa! We're so glad you enjoyed the upgrade to the hobbit house it's always great to surprise our guests! It's also lovely to hear you appreciated the views, comfortable room, and the unique … Show more
Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewlocation was stunning! I stayed in the dorm and it was so comfortable, exactly like the pictures. Such a unique place to stay, and the staff were so kind and helpful - everyone really went out of their way to help us
Thank you so much Rose for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning location and found the dorm comfortable and true to the photos. It’s great to know our team made you feel welcomed and supported throughout your stay. We loved having you and hope to see you again soon! Bambuda Castle Team
Thank you so much Rose for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning location and found the dorm comfortable and true to the photos. It’s great to know our team made you feel welcomed and supported throughout your… Show more
Reviewed: 13 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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