Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge

3.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Ecotours
Land view from property
Panoramic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Room amenity
Exterior
Horseback riding

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Gone Fishing, Boca Chica, Chiriqui
  • Boca Chica Church
    20 min walk
  • Boca Chica Marina
    4 min drive
  • Playa Grande
    26 min drive
  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.)
    65 min drive

Room options

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Elite Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Panoramic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Boca Chica

At Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Boca Chica Church and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Boca Chica Marina. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Boca Chica hotel, you'll be 10.2 km (6.4 mi) from Playa Grande.

What's nearby

  • Boca Chica Church - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Boca Chica Marina - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playa Grande - 26 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park - 63 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Playa Las Lajas - 75 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Costa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Boca Brava Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Bocas Del Mar Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roxy Fishing Club - ‬6 min drive
  • Las Rocas

About this property

Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge

Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Boca Chica hotel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2007
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Azul
  • BdM
  • La Costa
  • La Promessa
  • SP

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2007
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: PAB 27.50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: PAB 27.50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: PAB 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: PAB 27.50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: PAB 27.50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Boca Chica Bay Eco
Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge Panama
Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge Hotel
Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge Boca Chica
Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge Hotel Boca Chica

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge on 30 Nov 2024 start from NZ$269.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

Yep, Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

The closest beach to Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge is Playa La Barqueta (31.2 km).

Does Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge have a pool?

Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

What makes Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge.

Is Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge family-friendly?

No, Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge is an adults-only property.

Does Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Owners were excellent hosts and very entertaining.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection
From start to finish our stay was very lovely. It is definitely more like a bed-and-breakfast. You are staying in erika and Herbie’s beautiful home. Herbie cooks made to order delicious breakfast every morning with fresh coffee and fruit. The views are outstanding. We are so happy that we got to stay here. Thank you for having us.! I recommend doing the island tour. It was very relaxing with a beautiful white sand beach. I also recommend eating at La Costa. It was so delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property not only has breathtaking views but everything is immaculate and well maintained. My husband and I do a lot of traveling and this was the nicest bed and breakfast we’ve stayed in. The owners are super friendly and helpful. They made us feel welcomed and gave us the low-down on what to do and where to go in the area. They even booked an excursion for us. They treated us like royalty every morning by serving us a made to order breakfast. They work very hard at making sure everything is perfect for their guests. They have thought of everything to make guests feel comfortable. Not a detail is missed. We loved the pool. The water was the perfect temperature…refreshing but not too cold. We spent a lot of time relaxing there and admiring the views of the ocean and islands. I can’t say enough good things about Eco Lodge. It was more than just a place to stay. It was an amazing experience. It’s a great place to relax and get away. Thanks to Erika and Herbie for sharing their slice of heaven with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay!
Beautiful stay at an amazing place! Rooms, pool, grounds, food, people was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is pristine. Herbie and Erica were very gracious host. The views are spectacular.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They run a tight ship, everything is looked after with the utmost care and the communal breakfasts are very pleasant for folks who want to meet and converse with others whether traveling alone or with a companion. Views from the pool are spectacular (lots of lovely birds) and hosts were responsive when we messaged for info prior to arrival helped us arrange a tour in a matter of seconds. They were also incredibly considerate of our dietary needs and served a very hearty breakfast, encouraging us to eat well before our tour. Drinking water readily available at no extra cost. Air conditioning and hot water for showers were both great. If you like the idea of always present and attentive hosts watching over everything and anticipating every need and are willing to stay somewhere eco-friendly (which means reading and following rules) this is a fabulous option (excellent value!) We had a small rental car and that was all we needed to get up the hill to this property. We walked partway down the hill to dinner at the restaurant next door...one guest even did it (up and down) in crutches!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family visiting from the States
As always we enjoyed our stay at the Boca Chica Eco Lodge!! Our hosts, Herbie & Erika, made us feel comfortable & welcome. The views are stunning & we even saw Howler Monkeys in the trees surrounding the Lodge! You won't go wrong staying at this property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both my wife and I felt like we were at the home of a friend or relative because of the way they treated us and how attentive our hosts were to the smallest detail. The view from the pool is spectacular and the breakfast is super complete. It is a place to visit annually. It is definitely the best lodging in the area. Thanks H and E.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

yin hon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet small venue surrounded by many species of plants and birds. Easy access to water activities at Boca Chica wharf. Several excellent restaurants. Best of all the innkeepers Erica and Herbie are very gracious and provide great breakfast each morning. This is a resort area under development by the local and national gov'ts so there were many areas of construction coming down from the PanAm highway as well as very rough side roads leading to this property and restaurants in the vicinity. This area is all built on a hillside with high elevations. A challenge for small cars -- larger vehicles, like SUVs or four wheel drive can make things more bearable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Looking for peacefulness
Amazing quite place, privacy's and location is phenomenal if you want to retire and spend some time away from noise and be with nature this is the right spot, A+
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Yoisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool. Loved the manager and she cooks a wonderful breakfast. Loved the fact that we met others there and bonded and went out to dinner with a couple we met there. Very friendly place. The manager went out of her way to be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

LarryMcNutt, British Columbia,Canada

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Herbie and Erica are outstanding people!!!! EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT!! WILL BE GOING BACK TO VISIT AND STAY AGAIN
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were totally spoiled by Erika and Herbie. They treated us like family and helped immensely in making sure our visit to Boca Chica was wonderful and that the remainder of our time in Panama was filled with ideas on where to go and what to see. They even checked in after we left to make sure we arrived at our next destination! We loved the pool and our room has a stunning view. We miss it already!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alicia, Milwaukee, WI

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Herbie and Erika are exceptional hosts, the facilities are in excellent condition, the views are superb, and breakfast was awesome.They also organized a tour to the islands and gave fine recommendations for dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boca Chica Bay Eco Lodge was a lovely surprise! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, charming and comfortable.
We liked the fact that it hasn’t yet been discovered. Small village, boat rides to wonderful beaches. Lovely pool overlooking the islands, great breakfast, attentive hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were fabulous. They were attentive to detail and really wanted their guests to have a wonderful experience. Erika arranged an island hopping trip with Roxie that was very fun and reasonable. HErbie helped us with a flat tire. The breakfast was great and it was fun to get to know their other guests. Thanks so much! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019