Bahia del Sol

We stayed at Bahia del Sol for 3 nights, and did not want to leave. They upgraded us to a cabin for no extra charge, and this cabin was more than we ever expected. It was 2 story, big enough to sleep 4 comfortably, A/C, great shower with hot water, and full kitchen (fully furnished with cooking stuff, plates, glasses, everything). It was like a little apartment on stilts in the water, with a great private deck, hammock, and outstanding views. Each of the cabins are separate, so you have complete privacy. Jack and Lee, the owners, are about as friendly of people as you could meet. They welcomed us into their establishment with such hospitality and warmth...in fact I would go back just to see them again! And Jack makes a mean breakfast too. You can walk into town, or grab one of the numerous taxis for one dollar a person. Bocas is a marvelous place to be- great bars, restaurants, boat tours- just plain paradise. There is so much to do...next time I will stay a week. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone. Courtney- San Francisco, CA

I stayed for one night and had a tremendous experience. The women who runs it is wonderful. She has a fridge stocked with beer, water, and soda so that you don't have to make runs to the store if you just want a cool beverage. I stayed in the Casa Rosda (pink house) and the room perfectly matched pictures and description. I would 100% stay here again. Only complaint is that the inn is about a 15minute walk from the center of town where most of the restaurants/bars/clubs are. However all the cab drivers know the location and will take you there for $1 if you don't feel like walking. I was at first a bit upset by this but ended up loving having a quiet place to sleep

My girlfriend and I stayed in the master suite for 2 nights and we loved it. The shower on the balcony was great. You can go swimming right off the dock into the bay. Which is always calm even when the waves are enormous at other points on the island. It's a nice and quiet place to stay away from the busy town.

Great opportunity to meet an international clientele. Jack's breakfasts are GREAT! Lee and Jack are wonderful hosts and are full of tips to help enjoy the island.

I really love the place and the people were so friendly. I love it!

We spent a week at Bahia del Sol in late December - early January 2012. We stayed at the Master Suite with the view of the sea. The room was really large and smartly done: everything was very simple, but there were small shelves and hooks in the right places, so it was easy to avoid the mess. We could have lived without the jacuzzi, but did love the shower on the terrace/balcony (no worries, there are curtains, so you won't make a show when you shower there). There were always fresh towels in the room, and beach towels were available. A few reviews mentioned that the walls are very thin, so you don't get enough privacy. This didn't bother us - because this is not a hostel, no one made noise at 3 am. The view was great, so that when it rained for three days in a row, we didn't get bored to spend most of the time in that room. The breakfast is the most memorable part of that stay. Jack was really inventive and made something new every morning. And even if sausage is not what we eat for breakfast in our daily life, it made perfect sense in that situation: if you go on a our or surfing in the morning, sometimes it means that you won't have lunch until late in the day, and that breakfast really kept us full. The atmosphere was fun, Lee and Jack are very interesting people to talk to; because all the guests sit together, it's also a great way to meet other travellers - we made some friends during that trip. Lee and Jack know the area really well, and their advice were extremely helpful. We didn't have to do much planning in advance. If we woke up and thought it would be nice to go on a tour of the Bocas archipelago that day, Lee or Jack would make a quick call and find us seats, or have other great suggestions.

Is 15 min walk outside of town but it is easy to get a taxi if you call after it.

Jack and Lee were wonderful. The house is Beautiful and the bay views are spectacular. The day starts off with one of Jacks famous breakfests and tips for your days activities. From there you spend your day arounds the islands. Later upon your return you are greeted with a smile and a how was your day. We had a wonderful and informative trip to Bocus thanks to the staff at Bahia del Sol.

This is the perfect place to stay if you are looking to meet fun people from all over the world during your stay, share stories with great people, and eat like a king or queen at breakfast time. You'll also get great advice on the best tours and restaurants in town. I highly recommend this Bed and Breakfast for your stay in Bocas!!

I enjoyed my stay at the Bahia del Sol. The room I stayed in was very nice in the old typical Panamanian style with the modern amenities. John and Lee were wonderful hosts. The house has a homely feel to it with people from all over the world congregating on the deck or living room area to chat and have a good time. Well worth the money and you get an awesome view and only a .60 cent taxi ride to the center of town. Worth the stay!. I also stayed at a more expensive hotel which was great. However, save the money and stay at Bahia del Sol which is good and use the savings for other adventures in Bocas. I'll definitely be back to Bahia del Sol!

I had the most amazing time staying at Bahia del Sol. I stumbled upon it on the internet and am happy I made the decision to stay. Jack greeted me outside upon arrival and had breakfast ready and waiting at 8am. Jack and Lee were warm and welcoming and incredibly helpful in answering my questions and making me feel at home. I was also upgraded to the master suite overlooking the bay. The hotel gives off a wonderful New England cabin type fee. You will love this place!

It all starts with the breathtaking location - beautiful view over the tranquil bay. Then you experience the friendliness of the innkeepers, who are very happy to give you an introduction to the area, a lot of hints on places to go, things to do, restaurants to experience. If you're lucky, you might even see dolphins in the bay. If you're extra lucky, you might find yourself on a kayak between the dolphins. Altogether - all the ingredients you need for a perfect holiday!

Bahia del Sol is definitely a worthwhile B&B in Bocas to try. Our house was perfect and the outside porch in the back overlooking the water was amazing. Nice location. We did have to depend on cabs to get around, which sometimes could be a little inconvenient when their taxi guys were unavailable, but fare is cheap. Breakfast was not as great. Which was odd because everyone we ran into said it was amazing. The first day, I swear we had leftovers from earlier with soggy breakfast burritos, and we were there at 8:30 am so I'm not sure what that was about. But it was a relaxing setting and I enjoyed my coffee and fruit. Jack and his wife were helpful when we had questions. They recommended probably the most amazing restaurant I have ever dined in, Guari Guari. Overall, the place was very nice and clean. The neighbors are all locals and friendly. I would recommend.

We stayed for 5 nights at KoKo's in a beautiful cabin over the water. Jack and Lee were friendly and very helpful with recommendations on what to do each day. We even saw 3 leatherback turtles on a tour Jack set up for us. The breakfasts were great and Jack patiently waited for us at the airport when he picked us up. Would go back and would recommend to others.

Bahia del Sol and the nearby Kokos Resort managed by the same owners are outstanding places to stay in Bocas del Toro. In addition to wonderful accomodations, trave guidance and simply fun discussions, the breakfasts were wonderful. I highly recommend these accomodations.

My friends and I stayed at the neighboring KoKo Resort in April 2011. The rooms were nice, the location was great and Jack's breakfasts are amazing! Jack and Lee are super helpful and are invaluable resources when you're planning the day's activities. Located in a residential neighborhood, KoKo is about 20 minutes by foot from "downtown" Bocas. You can hear music from a neighboring club in the evenings and see how the real Panamanians live, which was all part of the charm of this location. We sat on the dock drinking wine and watching the sunset almost every evening. I cannot wait to return!

Me and my girlfriends spent 3 days & nights at Bahia del Sol in early April 2011. We had the master suit with the outside jacuzzi, shower, and hammock on the balcony. King size bed, walk in closet, WiFi, TV w cable. It was absolutely beautiful, comfortable, and exactly what we needed on our vacation. Jack & Lee were incredible hosts, with a ton of island knowledge and great contacts for scuba, surf, and other island adventures. Homemade breakfast w fresh coffee/tea every morning was amazing and better than anything else I found in Bocas town! Away from the noise of the main strip, but literally only a 15 min walk or a 30 second taxi ride away for a $1. When I go back to Bocas Town, I am staying w Bahia del Sol for sure!!!

Lee and Jack, the owners and operators of Bahia Del Sol, made our stay on Bocas Del Toro a truly fun and amazing adventure! Breakfast every morning is a feast that is not to be missed! The plan for the day is orchestrated at this time as well whether it be snorkeling, zip lining, surfing, kayaking, flora/ fauna watching, dining... Lee and Jack know who to call to set it up! We had a fantastic stay! Thank you! Amy:)

If you are a traveler, not a tourist, you will appreciate this charming bed and breakfast. It is in the heart of a residential community, so you get a glimpse of Panamanian life. The highlight though are the hosts, Lee and Jack. They so deliciously take care of their guests that you will think you are visiting relatives, oh of course the kind of relatives that you really like. They go out of their way to find interesting things for you to do, but are always careful to make sure that you are getting the best price possible. An additional benefit is meeting people from all over the world who are staying in this small B&B. It is very personable. I would recommend this to anyone.

I stayed at this B&B for 1 night The only reason was because of the great reviews,I feel these are not accurate In my personal opinion the owners were not that friendly explained nothing to my wife and I If any conclusion was to be made I would say that we felt just the opposite in our review Of this lodging Highly inaccurate in all aspects Would not recommend And will not return In future I will not use these types of reviews again as this place is a prime example Of you do not get what you pay for.

We stayed at the sister resort called KoKo resort and it was great. A great location, service was the best and my kids can't wait to go back!

Lee and Jack made 4 rainy days in Bocas del Toro a memorable trip. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend their establishment to anyone and will stay there again if we go back. Next time we will bring a rain coat so Jack doesn't have to loan us his :)

My family and I stayed 3 nights at Koko Resort, part of Bahia del Sol, for 3 nights in early December. We stayed in one of the cabins built out over the water. The location was beautiful and very peaceful. We enjoyed falling asleep to the sounds of the water lapping against the piers and the distant sounds of reggae music. The host, Jack, makes a wonderful breakfast and was very helpful in obtaining taxis, taking tours, and pointing us to the best restaurants.

Located in the back/ bay part of the island, Bahia Del Sol offers a real relaxation experience. Away from the downtown chaos, it’s an escape into what feels like a friend's home. Sit one of the docks to take in the view or simply to pray to the sun Gods. Jack and Lee are a pleasure to be around and can help plan the ultimate outings for you. His breakfasts are legendary and they live up to the hype- YUMMY!! Take a break from the real world and check them out!

I could not comunicate with the inkeepers bcse they dont speak spanish. The room wasnt isolated, the noise was terrible in the morning at 5 am and one night at 10 pm, i couldnt sleep well. The room had a pantie under the bed. The breakfast was spectacular.

I stayed here last year, and am a bit suspicious of these reviews and the ones on the Trip Advisor site. It is only average, at the most. Just OK.

My husband and me stood in bocas for a couple of days. we decided to stay at Bahia del Sol, bed and breakfast. we slept one night in the master suite wich is such a charming and romantic room. i love the Jacuzzy and the shower where you can see the ocean and feel the breeze. we definetely would go back to Bahias del sol, the owners Jack and Lee made us feel like our home. Jack makes such a delicious breakfast mmmm!!! yummi! Lee is such a wonderful person too. they are very helpful, they recommend you the places you can visit and they call a taxi for you everytime you need it. Bahia del sol is such a hidden treasure in bocas. i would definetely recommend it for couples. Romantic, chaming and Cozy!!!!

This is clearly the place to stay at Bocas del Toro. As the owners put it themselves, 'it is one for travelers, not for tourists'. Feels more like staying at a friend's house than at a hotel. Rooms are big and have all the commodities you need (incl. air conditioning). Breakfast is served at the hotel's balcony and prepared by Jack (the owner) himself. The hosts go beyond themselves to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. I actually decided to stay one more day at Bocas due to the hotel.

Jack and Lee are the best hosts I've ever encountered! They are both eager to make sure all of your needs at the house are met, as well as assistance calling taxis, booking phenomenal island excursions and suggesting exquisite restaurant recommendations. BdS has a breath taking view over the water, spacious rooms, comfortable beds and the best shower in all of Central America! Jack's breakfast creations are to die for and the convenient "honor system" refrigerator packed with beer, water and soda makes your stay hassle free. BdS is really fantastic, I would highly recommend it equally for singles, couples or even families. ~CostaRicaMarta

We truly enjoyed this place. It was beautiful. We would love to go back and stay at Bahia del Sol again. The owners were very welcoming. I definitely recommend this place to anyone.

My girlfriend and I stayed here for a little less than a week in mid-June. The accomodations were wonderful! Very romantic, very quaint in picturesque surroundinigs. The cabins were nestled among local homes so you had a feel of the people who live in the area rather than being amongst tourists; something we thought really made the trip. The kayaking was great and the owners are very well connected on the island and can help arrange anything you are interested in doing. Also, the breakfasts were delicious and huge!! I recommend it without hesitation and would return in a second.

Had such a great stay at the Bahia for our honeymoon! Had the master suite which we highly recommend (Room is gorgeous, slept with doors open to the water every night!) Jack and Lee were phenomenal hosts that welcomed us into their home and took care of anything and everything we needed not to mention our fantastic breakfast each morning and the fun/interesting other guests we met! A great place for experienced travelers who enjoy getting off the beaten path.

We could only stay two nights in this B&B because of the high demand of accommodations during our visit. We wish we could have stayed longer. The owners, Jack and his wife, were extremely helpful. The rooms were clean and the service was excellent. In our second night they moved us to one of their cabanas over the lake; these cabanas are very roomy and comfortable. Although the facilities are very good, the strongest point of this B&B is their owners. They really want your stay there to be very enjoyable. Jack gave us very good advise on restaurants and he help us got reservations in a very good restaurant "Wari Wari"

I spent four nights at Bahia del Sol, which is reminiscent of a rustic New England mountain lodge. The inn was a special discovery, removed from the tourist mainstream of Bocas town. The owners were extremely hospitable and provided excellent recommendations for restaurants and various activities and tours around the area islands. Difficult to leave...a peaceful, simple place.

We stayed here after a 7 day catamaran trip in the Bocas area. We thoroughly researched other hotels, ones being right in town and others, like Bahia, being a 10 minute walk away. They do a good job at describing on their website about the area they are in which is completely safe, but very Panamanian with many local family houses close nearby and people/kids milling about which could be a little uncomfortable for those who don't like mixing with the locals or if you still haven't figured out that the locals here are nice and friendly and although live very simply, do not pose any threat to visitors at all. We just lounged around for a while, enjoying both the deck outside downstairs and our room with the double doors thrown wide open laying out on the hammock and enjoying the view. This part of Bocas is very tranquil, especially compared to downtown. They have a big tv in the room but we never once even wanted to turn it on. After being feasted on for a week by mosquitoes it was a treat to not find any here and we slept with the balcony doors open. The room is located upstairs and being that the entire house is made of wood some of the slats for the walls are not perfectly fitted together so you do hear a little noise from downstairs but in general even with the doors open to the outside you hear the next door neighbors so this all seemed completely normal and never bothered us at all. We walked into town once and it really was only a 10 minute walk although taxis on the island are always available, they will call one for you and it will be there in less than 5 minutes and it only costs $.50 to get into town, per person.

When arriving I was somewhat skeptical to lack of air-condition and living so close with the other guests (it's been a while since I stayed at a B&B). However, one is feeling so welcome and taken so good care of at Bahia del Sol, that I soon loved the place. The location, a short walk or taxi ride to "downtown", is perfect if you prefer a tranquil night at the sea terrace every now and then. It seems that the place pulls a friendly clientele (travellers more than tourists), which add to the nice atmosphere.

We stayed in the suite at Bahia del sol for a few nights. The house is absolutely gorgeous. The view from our deck was truely romantic and special. The outside shower was very liberating and quite natural. This might be the best place to stay if you are in Bocas town even though it is a 20 min walk to the downtown. The hospitality was kind and the breakfast was really tasty. I would definitely recommend this B & B to anyone.