Isla Carenero sendero, Bocas del Toro, Panama
#26 of 31 B&Bs and Inns in Bocas del Toro
Guests' ChoiceBased on 99 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 August 2025
Mark
United KingdomVery comfortable, good value accommodation for our family located right on the beachfront a 2 minute water taxi ride from main town. Lots do do around us and on the activities in the area. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Wendy
NetherlandsLovely place with very friendly staff and a nice breakfast. We liked the location at a small beach but with other beaches nearby.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 May 2025
Wouter
NetherlandsThe pool was broken. This was compensated by the owner though, by letting us swim at a friends’ hotel! And the toilet was broken as well. This was fixed the next day though. And the rooms were maybe a bit noisy, because of the squeaky floor and thin walls.
We had quite a lovely stay here. The people were nice. The location was nice. The room wasn’t super big, but manageable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Catherine
United KingdomThe pool is only good for rinsing surf boards. the grounds have ugly hard gravel (can't walk bare foot) and ugly metal fences. You cant really swim in the sea immediately opposite the hotel, too shallow and muddy but 5 minutes walk away you can swim.
Breakfast is outside, self-service, pretty basic but plentiful and good coffee. The best bit was that it was very sociable, great opportunity to chat to other guests. The setting is beautiful. The view from our terrace was lovely. The pretty-basic supermarket is a 15 minute walk away, good for water, beers etc. A choice of brilliant bars/restaurants within 5 mins walk
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Misha
RomaniaBreakfast (a joke, every day the same: tasteless eggs (no salt/pepper available), some toast and and some fruits. Ah - and a 100% chemical juice.
Location.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Di
United StatesThe bathroom/shower was a bit unkempt and I wish there was communal dish soap to use
The location! The dorms were well organized and kitchen well stocked
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Eva
AustriaI really enjoyed my stay here. It‘s a quiet, nice place, very close to the surf spots on Isla Carenero. The manager Edgar and all the staff are so nice & helpful. Definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 January 2025
Miroslavd
Czech RepublicHotel was sorrounded by nature and directly on the shore. Friendly staff
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Greg
United KingdomConvenient location good WiFi
Fantastic manager Edgar. Very understanding and doing his best with staff that do not really understand hospitality business. Main building needs a refurb building 4 amazing new apartments but should charge for rooms in main building in line with condition.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
Bailey
United StatesEdgar, the property manager, was absolutely amazing, understanding, and accommodating. I had a little bit of a difficult problem and Edgar did everything he could to resolve it. I was beyond exhausted and so grateful for the help
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Mikhail
Serbiasand in the shower
great location on the island, lots of cafes nearby, very interesting furniture and a stunning view from the window
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Magdalena
PolandI should have a breakfast but wasn't offered one- that's a pity cause it was extremely hard to find one on the island. Was staying alone in whole building, did not see staff( only night guard) after check- in( weekend in low- season). A lot of mosquitos and sand flies- take a repelent with you.
Nice place in a quiet island. Looks even better than on photos. I had room to myself, a lot of places to hang out on the area- small pools, hammocks, tables. Just in front of the waterline.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Johanna
MexicoI had a really really good time in Tierra Verde. Thank you so much for everything 💕
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Steven
NetherlandsPersonal atmosphere, beautiful setting, pleasant ambience.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Michaela
United KingdomOnly few small niggles. The bread on our last morning was a bit stale, we couldn’t get the tv working and the air on in our first room broke and start dripping, however the owners were very responsive and offered us replacement room first thing next day.
The b&b is set in a lovely setting backing to jungle and only few steps to the beach. In the morning you can hear the sounds of the birds and parrots and watch hummingbirds in the front garden. With the accommodation the beds were very comfortable and the owners happy to help.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Janet
CanadaThe location couldn’t be beat. Value was good. Helpful staff. Breakfast included.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Kyle
CanadaHad a hostel vibe, which was fine, you just need to know to expect that. Also, our water turned off both nights and didn’t come back on until morning so we couldn’t flush, shower etc.
The location was great, staff are very friendly and helpful when they’re around. Great to have breakfast included.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Luis
PortugalVery friendly and helpfull staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
John
CanadaQuaintl facility right on the beach. Staff are very personable and helpful. Our room was lovely great air conditioning and shower with nice hot water. The bed could have been a little softer for usr but that is hussy or preference. Brekky is included eggs, toast and fruitt and delicious coffee. Very easy access with the water taxi from Bocas town to and from only $2ea
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Marie
DenmarkThe facilities could use a little extra love and some maintenance.
The staff was very nice and very helpfull. They created a very good vibe . We had water all the time , and we could even take a hot shower . We enjoyed our stay. Very good location if you enjoy surfing , you’re very close to some good spot :)
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Jens
DenmarkBreakfast did not work well - too little for too many people, too cheap ingrediensers. The Disco Aqua nearby is extremely noisy on Fridays - could not sleep until 03:00 o'clock. Also noisy on all other nights but not as bad.
Liked · Easy trip from Bocas Town. Wonderful Family room with nice view from balcony. The BiBi restaurant nearby. And the wonderful trip to Zapatilla island.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Kati
GermanyThe hostel was very clean and tidy, everything was new and the kitchen was well equipped. The owners were very nice and would always help you. They also had a beautiful garden. Would always come back!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Jonny
United KingdomWe thought we heard something between the walls. It’s a wooden property on a desert island where there’s plenty of wildlife. I didn’t mind but my parter was a bit freaked out by it and struggled to sleep at times.
Love the stained wood rooms. Staff were friendly and attentive to any questions we had. Booked as a taxi boat early the next morning as we had a flight to catch.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Annemarie
United StatesBreakfast was small.
Quiet peaceful location. Easily accessible. Enjoyable pool. Friendly staff.
Stayed in December 2023
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