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Socialtel Bocas del Toro

3.0 star property
Beach hostel with nightclub and restaurant

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Front of property
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Calle 1 B, Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro
  • Bolivar Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Carenero Island
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Unique Room

Unique Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Unique Seafront Room

Unique Seafront Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Small Room Shared Bathroom

Small Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 13.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bocas del Toro

At Socialtel Bocas del Toro you'll be within steps of Bolivar Park and Carenero Island. Highlights at this beach hostel include a restaurant, a nightclub and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to bike hire and yoga classes. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Bocas del Toro hostel include Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea.
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What's nearby

  • Bolivar Park - 1 min walk
  • Carenero Island - 2 min walk
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk
  • Bocas Marina - 10 min walk
  • Tortuga Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pirate Bar Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪coco fastronomy - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Bocas del Toro

Beach hostel with nightclub and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A nightclub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Socialtel Bocas del Toro.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bocas del Toro hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Nightclub
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Socialtel Bocas del Toro offers 50 accommodations with air conditioning. This Bocas del Toro hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. 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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 8.03 for adults and USD 8.03 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Dock
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Socialtel Bocas del Toro

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 8.03 for adults and from USD 8.03 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Selina Hostel Bocas Toro
Selina Hostel
Selina Bocas Toro
Selina Hostels - Bocas Del Toro Panama - Isla Colon
Selina Bocas Toro Hostel
Selina Bocas Del Toro Panama - Isla Colon
Selina Hostel Bocas del Toro
Selina Bocas Toro Hostel Bocas del Toro
Selina Bocas Toro Bocas del Toro
Selina Bocas Toro Bocas l Tor
Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

Socialtel Bocas del Toro offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Socialtel Bocas del Toro on 23 Feb 2025 start from NZ$165.76, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

The closest beach to Socialtel Bocas del Toro is Tortuga Beach (2.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

No, there is no spa at this property. Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea is a short 7-minute walk away.

Does Socialtel Bocas del Toro serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

No, Socialtel Bocas del Toro does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Socialtel Bocas del Toro?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Socialtel Bocas del Toro Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 131 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kurt

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mario

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No quisieron darme el desayuno a pesar que estaba incluido, tuve que discutir con el manager para que me lo dieran
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irshad

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Place is not ideal if you want to have a quiet night
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Macaulli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

sylvie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beau, bon service mais très bruyant.
Un bon service et de bon repas. L’endroit est très beau. Le problème est qu’il y a de la musique tellement forte et tardive qu’il est impossible de dormir.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed a few times at this property. Its a cool and fun place to stay. My bugged disappoint was the overeall cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!
Great location, quality of accommodation and food! Staff was great too - well informed, super kind and helpful. I sure would like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Ernest, Anchorage

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wifi was down when got to hotel. Was unable to get key card until later on the day. Was not give room with balcony as had reserve. Hotel needs upgrade. Town bumbs hung around the hotel not giving guest peace. Begging for money and cigarettes.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and professional staff. It’s chain hostel so usually get about the same at all locations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Juana, Toronto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property overall was fine and conveniently located for where we needed to go the next day. Simple and straightforward.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

chad

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Michael, Cedar falls

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a youth Hostile , but no mention on Expedia. It was filled with young college students who were there to party. The hotel had a DJ that played from approximately 5pm to at least 2am every night. They left ear plugs on the bed, which should have been our 1st clue. The room was tiny with almost no normal hotel amenities. If you want to spend your days sleeping and be up all night partying than this is the place for you. Otherwise, I would find a different hotel to stay at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The coolest hotel in Bocas
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view and good location
Very nice typical building over the water in Isla Colon. Selina has activities for every kind of stay if you want to relax or if you want to have fun. A great advantage is having another Selina in Red Frog Beach so you can take the intern boat and spend the day on the beautiful reserved spot in Bastimentos island. The restaurant La Neta Caribe has a great Menu and every night there’s a DJ hosting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noisy, unpleasant private room. Good cowork
I like Selina hostels. However, I found Bocas one dirty, noisy, lack of maintenance. Our four guests private room was dark, filthy, stinky. Bathroom and sheets quite unpleasant. Cowork is good. Service is friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Young-Won

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay at Selina. The first time I stayed at this hotel I was injured in an ATV accident on my first day on the island. They took very good care of me. I fractured my shoulder, pulled muscles, and I felt like death. They brought my meals to me, gave me a number to call if I needed anything. They wouldn’t even accept tips because they wanted me to get better. I went again to Bocas del Toro to do a redo. This time they greeted me with open arms and celebrated my return with me. While this is not a 5 star hotel, the staff will take care of you like family. They are there for you! I stayed at one 4 star hotel on Bastimento and they were very unpleasant. Stay at a place where
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Vicki

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a slight problem checking in as they could not find my reservation for several minutes. It seems there was a disconnect between CheapTickets and Selinas. The staff was extremely friendly and professional while they searched for the reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The suite had more good amount of room and the AC worked well. The shower pressure was poor and there was no hot water. Overall the suite was an upgrade from the other hostel rooms, but for the same price there are much better options in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021