Enjoy your visit to Bastimentos with a stay at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Akwaba, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers ocean views. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Self-serve laundry
Concierge services
Gift shops/newsstands
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is $63
$63
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Why we love this property
Breakfast and fine dining
This bed & breakfast offers a free continental breakfast, a restaurant with garden and ocean views, a cafe, and a bar. Culinary choices abound.
Dreamy comfort awaits
Premium bedding and hydromassage showers turn each guestroom into a private oasis. Outside, a deck invites relaxation amid curated decor.
Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 4 miles/6.5 km
Restaurants
La Buga Café
Reataurante Guari Guary by Nayda
Barco Hundido Bar
Merén Pool Club & Restaurant
Restaurante Tropical Birds
About this property
Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel
Enjoy your visit to Bastimentos with a stay at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Akwaba, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers ocean views. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets stay free
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Paddleboard on site
What to do
Kayaking
Snorkeling
Paddleboard on site
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Paddleboard on site
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Dock
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Window screens
Sleep well
Turndown service
Travel crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
Akwaba - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per night
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property only accepts cash.
Also known as
Akwaba Lodge Bastimentos
Akwaba Lodge Bed & breakfast
Akwaba Lodge Bed & breakfast Bastimentos
Frequently asked questions
Does Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking and snorkeling. Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel?
Yes, Akwaba offers garden views.
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Reviews
Akwaba Lodge Island Boutique Hotel Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was superb, with homemade meals, fresh bread, and delicious options available. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2026
Really nice, peaceful place to stay. Excellent snorkeling nearby and it's free to borrow kayaks. Incredible food every night for dinner. Would happily return.
Marco
Marco, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
We stayed in the forest cabin. Loved it. Quiet, open air sleeping arrangement, great bed and linens, grounds were beautiful, good food and hostess very helpful. Recommend! Book it!
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Akwaba Lodge was wonderful in all aspects. An absolutely beautiful property, and Our room was very clean and comfortable and had everything we n
Jocelin
Jocelin, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
My favorite place of the entire trip!! Great hosts and excellent chef. Soooo peaceful and very romantic in a rustic sense. The wonderful lodge-like structure is somewhat secluded on an island near Bocas Del Toro, It is only accessible by boat and most tours will pick you up at their dock. The English-speaking owner can help arrange this. They have a sweet dog that bonds quickly to guests, but is not intrusive. Love this place!!!
Peggy D
Peggy D, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
What a wonderful stay. We had only booked 2 nights, but extended to 5 nights. The hospitality was amazing, Natalie, Jean, Anna, and Arturo were wonderful. The daily breakfast was appreciated, as was the wonderful dinner. There were 2-3 options each night. Kayaks, SUP, and snorkeling gear were provided Do not hesitate in booking this property.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
We are so happy we stayed at Akwaba Lodge. The grounds are well maintained and we had opportunity to walk around and explore. We loved and appreciated the home made meals, breakfast to get us going with fresh homemade bread and jams. Then dinners, with a couple options to choose from, were delicious. We felt like we were part of the family dining there. The room had all we needed and was cleaned daily. We enjoyed some time just sitting at the table outside our room or relaxing in the hammocks. Easy access to the dock for excursions and adventures. Natali and Jean-Christian were helpful with any of our questions, were happy to help plan activities, and even took us on a little jungle tour out back, where we saw sloths, red tree frogs and so many varieties of fruit trees! Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Sheri
Sheri, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
An amazing stay, facilitated by fabulous hosts.
The hosts began communicating about our upcoming stay several weeks in advance to arrange transportation to the property. We were met at the airport and taken to the lodge.
The jungle house is very nice, well equipped with internet, kitchen, fan, full screen for an open air experience. Each morning and afternoon we were greeted by the sounds of birds.
Unless you travel to another island you are limited to preparing your own dinner, or enjoying the reasonably priced and delicious selections each evening at the lodge. The provided breakfasts were wonderful, and reasonably priced upgrades are available.
The hosts were always available, and it was quick and easy to communicate via WhatsApp. Arranging dinner, water taxi rides or excursions.
Depending upon your room location there can be a number of stairs. Internet works okay, but would not be great if you need consistent high speed. Why would you want to be on the internet working, rather than enjoying the island life. LTE phone service is consistent. The screens and fan keep the room comfortable.
Taxi’s to other islands are $5 to $10 per person each way.
We enjoyed the quiet and natural feeling of this island, and traveled on excursions daily.
We can’t wait to return!
Scott
Scott, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Personal and frniendly approch from host Natalie who was very kind and helpful. Delicious and freshlyprepared food. Quiet and beautiful hotel surroundings.
Zaneta
Zaneta, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Apr 1, 2026
Refused to allow us to arrive early stating they did not have space - simply not true..it is a very large compound with many places to hang out.
They need more staff - the owners are working too hard and seemed burned out.
James
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2023
I loved the privacy and peaceful nature of Akwaba lodge. Natali and family were wonderful hosts. Breakfast was superb! Really enjoyed spending my 30th here. They left me a little birthday gift which was a lovely.
It was really clean and comfortable. We even got to go kayaking and paddle boarding with no extra charge!
I would stay here again. Highly recommend.
Thank you!
Emma
Verified
6/10 Good
Mar 22, 2024
The good and the bad
The French couple that ran the hotel were super very helpful and very nice. There was no menu there was one choice for dinner and that was a problem for me. The desserts were wonderful. I walk with a cane and going upstairs to the lodge there was no handrail, but they had an employee help me up and handle my luggage. I was eaten up by bug bites and I requested another fan at night time and they were very accommodating.
Mary Lee
Mary Lee, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2026
Nuestra estadía fue increiblemente genial, muy agradable ambiente y el estado de las instalacionesn es muy acogedora y el personal es muy atento.
Erbin
Erbin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2026
Très beau lodge dans la jungle, proche de la nature.
Ile au calme.
Les responsables sont très sympathiques, à l’écoute, serviables et de bons conseils.
Nathalie
Nathalie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2026
We had an incredible three nights - from accommodations to activities to food, everything was amazing! Thank you Nathalie and JC
DAMJAN
DAMJAN, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
Il est des endroits que l’on n’a pas envie de quitter. L’endroit est magnifique, et les hôtes absolument charmants, toujours à l’écoute et aux petits soins, avec une attention sincère et discrète qui fait toute la différence. Les chambres sont superbes, confortables et décorées avec goût. Tout est pensé pour que l’on se sente bien, accueilli presque comme à la maison. Une parenthèse hors du temps, que l’on quitte à regret… et avec l’envie certaine de revenir.
ERIC
ERIC, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Très bonne réception. Endroit calme et arboré.Possibilité de snorkling et de faire du kayak. Beaucoup d’espace avec hamacs autour des habitations . Un lieu où on se sent bien .
Joëlle
Joëlle, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 23, 2025
¡Gran opción para quedarse en Bocas del Toro! Queda un poco trasmano del centro, pero en lancha se llega a todos lados, es una excelente opción para pasar unas vacaciones increíbles y disfrutar de la naturaleza! Hay muchos peces en los muelles para hacer snorkel y te prestan el equipo y kayaks para usar a tu antojo. Muy recomendable.
Pablo
Pablo, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Todo estuvo perfecto. Great hosts!
Seychelles
Seychelles, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Un espacio y entorno precioso y la atención de Natalie y Arturo no pudo ser mejor. Los desayunos y las cenas con comida local han sido fantásticos. Hemos disfrutado mucho nuestros dias, esperamos volver pronto!
Jordi
Jordi, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Franchement top! 👌
Dès l'arrivée, un accueil personnalisé par Nathalie. Nous avions pour nos 3 nuits une "cabane" vue sur la mer des Caraïbes tout confort et à vrai dire incroyable !
En ce qui concerne les repas au restaurant une ambiance familiale très apaisante, et que dire de la qualité des repas tout juste franchement délicieux !
Sur l'ensemble de notre parcours à travers le Panama c'est là où nous avons le mieux mangé sans aucun doute !
La mer accessible à différents endroits, mise à disposition de canoë, padel, matériel de snorkeling etc.
Les propriétaires sont vraiment d'une gentillesse infinie.
Alison
Alison, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
Hôtes exceptionnels à l'écoute de nos besoins! Un endroit et des hôtes au delà de nos attentes! Un gros merci à Natali et Jean-Christian! De plus les hôtes sont parfaitement trilingue!
François
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2024
Excelente lugar, muy acogedor, conexión con la naturaleza increíble.
Jean, Natali, Arturo y Oscar, te hacen sentir en casa. Lugar super recomendado. Habitación limpia y con detalles increíbles, comida riquisima. Sumergirte en aguas tranquila y cristalina desde el muelle lo máximo, tienen kayak disponible para paseos alrededor de la propiedad.
Mayra
Mayra, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2024
La chambre était très bien, le site était superbe avec de jolies fleurs et arbres, il était grand avec des beaux sentiers pour se promener, le personnel très attentionné et aidant lors de notre séjour, nous avons adoré échanger avec eux, ils nous ont donné de bons conseils, le personnel était gentil. Nous avons très bien mangé à tous les repas de la journée. Je recommande cet hôtel!