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A dining table with plates of food and drinks, overlooking a turquoise sea and a thatched-roof structure.

Three thatched-roof overwater bungalows on stilts with wooden railings and doors.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and dense tropical vegetation.

A spacious room with a wooden staircase, a hanging chair, a sofa, and a dining table.

1. Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge

Punta Caracol

$155

$171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A beachside wedding setup with a canopy, white chairs, and palm trees.

A beachside cabana with a white and blue color scheme, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

A rustic wooden interior with a high ceiling, a central open doorway leading to a clothing store, and a patterned carpet.

A beachside welcome sign with a restaurant named "Yarishori Boco del Dragón" in the background.

2. Yarisnori

Bocas del Toro

$83

$92 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a covered area with a sign.

A circular window with a green seat, a wooden ladder, and a door.

A person in a hanging chair in a garden with a pool and tropical plants.

A modern hotel room with a circular window, a bed with a rolled towel, a wooden ladder, and a desk with a chair.

3. Nowhere

Bocas del Toro

$101

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A breakfast table with various dishes and drinks, overlooking a pool and lush greenery.

A beach scene with a palm tree and ocean view.

A wooden bar area with a selection of spirits and a sign indicating a craft brewery.

A two-story wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

4. Oasis Bluff Beach

Bocas del Toro

$168

$185 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor wooden deck with thatched umbrellas, a hammock, and a wooden fence leading to a beach.

A neatly made bed with a blue and green patterned bedspread, two wall-mounted lamps, and a decorative mirror above the bed.

A circular pool with a wooden deck and lounge chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling and wooden flooring, surrounded by lush greenery.

5. Playa Bluff Hotel

Bocas del Toro

$111

$122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden deck with two folding chairs and a small table, overlooking a calm sea with a sailboat in the distance.

A two-story building with a blue exterior, a wooden balcony, and a metal fence.

A wooden-framed bed with a beige mattress, two pillows, a blue throw, and a nightstand with a lamp and a plant.

A room with a slatted wooden ceiling, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with a view of the outside.

6. Blue Marlin

Bocas del Toro

$122

$134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A wooden bed with a headboard, two pillows, and a blue-striped bedspread in a room with brown curtains and a tiled floor.

A room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A panoramic view of a lake surrounded by dense greenery and small islands.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, two bar stools, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

7. Mi Refugio

Valle de Agua Arriba

$41

$45 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden dock leading to a waterway with palm trees and traditional wooden buildings.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table, a chair, and a fan.

A wooden house with a balcony and a hammock.

A dining area with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

8. Koko Acqua Lodge

Bocas del Toro

$45

$50 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden pier with two white lounge chairs and a small table, overlooking a calm sea with a sailboat in the distance.

A narrow wooden pathway leading to a building entrance with a sign that reads 'BERIU.'

A wooden ceiling, a bed with floral pillows, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.

9. VILLA BAHIA DEL SOL

Bocas del Toro

$81

$89 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top landmarks in El Empalme

Calvin Byron Stadium

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can catch an event at Calvin Byron Stadium, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central El Empalme.

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Check out reviews of El Empalme hotels guests love

Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place!"

Oasis Bluff Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Es el mejor hotel en el que me he quedado. Todo el personal está atento para hacer tu estancia más fácil y placentera. Es un lugar limpio, tranquilo, con buenas comidas y todos dispuestos a ayudar a tener los mejores días de tus vacaciones. Especiales agradecimientos a los managers"

The Hummingbird

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning jungle retreat. So peaceful, wonderful food and accommodations with hummingbirds and wildlife! A place to relax."

Playa Bluff Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Take your amenities. Great breakfast. Welcoming staff. Very close to beach."

Nowhere

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is very helpful and attentive, the hotel is beautiful, sparkling clean and the garden is lush. I need to mention that entry with a vehicle can be be difficult because the gate can be opened only from the reception and if no one is available, there is just no way to open it. And it is a longish walk from the gate to the hotel, which we had to do under pouring rain to get to our taxi outside. Other than that, the stay was amazing and even better than expected for the price. Honestly great."

S Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay! The staff was lovely and so kind and the pool was amazing! It’s a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beach and the pool."

Yarisnori

10/10 Excellent

"The ultimate out of the way escape, but without sacrifices. It has everything you need for a good time on the beach."

Frequently asked questions

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What will the weather in El Empalme be like during my visit?

El Empalme is a great place to visit to enjoy the sunshine any time of year with an average temp of 75°F.

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