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Bocas Reef Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Bocas del Toro with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Interior entrance
Dining
Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom
View from property
Front of property

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Calle 3A, Isla Colon, Next to Simon Bolivar Park, Bocas del Toro
  • Bolivar Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Bocas Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Classic Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, City View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 278 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Bocas del Toro

Bocas Reef Hotel places you steps from Bolivar Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast and a rooftop terrace. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Bocas del Toro hotel include Bocas Marina and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea.

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bocas Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa El Istmito - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Tortuga Beach - 10 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pirate Bar Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪coco fastronomy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brother’s - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bocas Reef Hotel

Hotel in Bocas del Toro with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Bocas Reef Hotel.

This Bocas del Toro hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Bocas Reef Hotel offers 32 accommodations with air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
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 and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bocas Reef Hotel?

Bocas Reef Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Bocas Reef Hotel?

The closest beach to Bocas Reef Hotel is Tortuga Beach (2.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Bocas Reef Hotel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea is a short 9-minute walk away.

Does Bocas Reef Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bocas Reef Hotel?

No, Bocas Reef Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bocas Reef Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Bocas Reef Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bocas Reef Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 27 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They helped us do laundry although it wasnt listed as an available service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was charged twice, tried to contact them and nothing, tried to fix it with expedia and useless as well. Property old, see through bed sheets, cold breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Staff & service
cheap but nice
Nice cheap place to stay in the middle of town, easy access to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Denise, Minnesota

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awful hotel
First of all I'd like to say that the hotel rooms do not look like the did in the pics on expedia. No little table with a flower, no plain white or blue sheets with decorative pillows. The sheets were child themed mismatched and you only get one flat PILLOW. The mattresses were uncomfortable also. The noise level was horrendous because carnival was going on right in front of the hotel tho any time the noise from the streets was loud. Only positive thing I can say as that the front desk lady was very nice and the hotel is convenient to other places in town. Small breakfast cooked by unfriendly ladies also. One towel with one bar of soap. No hand towel or washcloth.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed bugs
The room was infested with bed bugs. I told the staff and showed them my bites. I asked for another room and the just shrugged.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Central hotel. Basic. Lovely hot showers
Very noisy. Guests banging doors Day and night, and shouting. Didn't get a lot of sleep overall. We were there for 2 weeks, did move to a better quieter room. Upper floor rm 11. Definite improvement.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

rico, california

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NIce hotel right in the middle of the main street
nothing fancy but the room was cleaned everyday bed was comfortable tv had a hdmi port and it is right in the middle of town close to a store, bakery, the park, many places to eat
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Torb, Panama

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central to everything and good value for money
The hotel is obviously not a 5 star hotel rather than an economic hotel with excellent value for the money and includes free breakfast. There are no elevators but accesible by stairs, The room was clean and had well functioning AC and bathroom with hot water. Fresh towels and cleaning every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Stephane

Disliked: Staff & service
In a pinch only
Right on the main street, great deck with fabulous view over town and calle Tercera, breakfast was lousy, rooms depressing, AC worked at least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

ScottB, east Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great inexpensive hotel
The rooms and bathrooms are small and old. However, the staff keeps them clean. (Besides, I didn't come to Bocas to hangout in my hotel room!) The terrace is fantastic, with views of water in every direction. And the complimentary full breakfast is great. The cook didn't speak much English nor I much Spanish, but I got my breakfast cooked the way I wanted it anyway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bocas Reef Hotel
They staff was friendly. It was old but clean. It had air, internet and hot water. That worked for our needs.

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good hotel for the price
The hotel is old, but great customer service, nice breakfast. It's close to the park, so noisy at night but walking distance to all restaurants.

8/10 Good

Celt

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bocas:cool & funky
Old hotel a little shabby around edges--like the town . Small rooms. Well located. Breakfast cold including coffee. Decent value for price

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Wenn man keine großen Ansprüche hat und hier nur schlafen und duschen möchte, dann ist diese Unterkunft völlig in Ordnung und ausreichend. Die Damen an der Rezeption sind wirklich sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, die die das Frühstück zu bereiten können leider kein Wort englisch und sind nicht sehr Kompromiss bereit. Beim Frühstück gibt es leider keine sehr große Auswahl für 1 Woche Aufenthalt ist das aber nicht schlimm. Die Lage des Hostels ist super man hat alles was man benötigt in nähster Nähe.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Maria de Jesus

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Muchas escaleras
Está bien para pasar un par de noches pero la limpieza es muy pobre y el lugar tiene escaleras para llegar a todas las habitaciones. No lo recomiendo si van personas mayores, es más bien para jovenes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

FILIPPO

Liked: Staff & service
Poco costosa
Buon rapporto qualità prezzo ma prenotando direttamente presso la struttura si risparmiano circa 15 $ al giorno. Dalle ricerche fatte resta comunque la più economica di bocas del toro city. Questa struttura si trova in ottima posizione: sulla via centrale, vicino al parco cittadino e poco distante dal traghetto. La stanza è spoglia, poco curata e vecchiotta ... ma questa è la media de che ho incontrato negli hotel di media categoria a panama. Colazione compresa nel prezzo. Ottima veranda panoramica
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Luis

Disliked: Staff & service
Hay mejores opciones por el mismo precio
El Hotel. Tiene buena ubicación. Pero es un edificio viejo sin mantenimiento, y en no muy buenas condiciones. Desayuno. Se ofrece desayuno, pero el mismo es de mala calidad; el area donde se sirve el desayuno posee buena vista pero el mobiliario es de muy mala calidad. La habitación. El ruido de la calle se escucha dentro de la habitación. Las cortinas en mal estado. El colchón ya está muy deteriorado, las toallas deben renovarlas. Wifi. Hay buena cobertura, pero debe mejorar la velocidad. El personal. Muy atento y servicial, deberían hacerles un uniforme para que se vean mejor. Siempre atentos a colaborar en todo. Resumen Hay mejores hoteles por el mismo precio en la misma zona.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buena estadía
Satisfecho con el hotel. Buen desayuno
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Michel

Liked: Staff & service
Bon choix à Bocas del Toro
Plein centre ville de Bocas, bon rapport qualité/prix grâce aux prix secrets de Hotel;com et petit déjeuner correct mais wii fi limite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

anap

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
nos parecio centrico el hotel, el servicio en la recepción excelente, la atención en el desayuno muy mala. la suite que fue donde nos quedamos tienes que subir unas escaleras muy largas y oscuras de noche, deberian iluminarla. precio calidad ok pero hay mejores opciones en calle 1ra frente al mar sin tanta diferencia en precio
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

dilier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cómo es el Hotel Reef
Cuando llegas el recibidor deja muchas dudas, las áreas comunes básicamente son pasillos y escaleras, tiene una cocina bien equipada para uso de los huéspedes, algo muy importante en bocas, si quieres ahorrar porque la comida es lo mas caro, la habitación muy limpia y cómoda, estuvimos en la Delux que es muy amplia, el A/C enfría muy bien, el desayuno muy bueno, la relación precio- beneficio muy bien, de volver a bocas me vuelvo a hospedar ahí, no tenían cobijas y mi novia paso un poco de frío, pero termine perdiendo el debate y fui yo quien paso calor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

MARIA GABRIELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bem localizado, perto de tudo.
Local simples, mas; aconchegante.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A ne pas recommander très vieux ,sale ,
Séjour très négatif, vu que l'hôtel est très lamentable.