The Hummingbird

3.0 star property
Ocean-view bed & breakfast with a poolside bar, near Bluff Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Patio, Garden View
Exterior
Front of property
Deluxe Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Bluff Beach, Bocas del Toro
  • Bluff Beach
    8 min walk
  • Carenero Island
    57 min walk
  • Paunch Beach
    1 min drive
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    116 min walk

Room options

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Patio, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bocas del Toro

At The Hummingbird you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Bluff Beach and within 30 minutes of Paunch Beach. Highlights at this beachfront B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Bocas del Toro B&B include Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Bocas Marina.

What's nearby

  • Bluff Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Paunch Beach - 1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • Tortuga Beach - 15 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Starfish Beach - 49 min drive - 20.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪JJ’s at Bocas Blended - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brother’s - ‬20 min drive

About this property

The Hummingbird

Ocean-view bed & breakfast with a poolside bar, near Bluff Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at The Hummingbird. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Bocas del Toro bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Hummingbird offers 6 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Hummingbird

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 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: USD 20.00 per room

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 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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, cash, mobile payments and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hummingbird Hotel Bocas del Toro
Hummingbird Bocas del Toro
Hummingbird B&B Bocas del Toro
The Hummingbird Bocas del Toro
The Hummingbird Bed & breakfast
The Hummingbird Bed & breakfast Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Hummingbird?

The Hummingbird offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Hummingbird?

Yep, The Hummingbird has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Hummingbird?

Yep, The Hummingbird is on Bluff Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Hummingbird have a pool?

The Hummingbird 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.

What makes The Hummingbird a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Hummingbird.

Does The Hummingbird serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full breakfast is available daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Hummingbird?

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 The Hummingbird?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Hummingbird?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Hummingbird?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Hummingbird Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property within walking distance of a stunningly beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful spot!
Betsy and Gary made us feel so welcome and we enjoyed chatting with them. The property is beautiful and just across the road from the beach which we had nearly to ourselves.The hammocks were also a nice place to hang out. Breakfast was nicely done and served to the table. A great place to stay for quiet and relaxation!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Betsy & Gary were the best hosts! They took pride and explained everything from day one at their jungle oasis. The rooms are jungle treehouses with howling monkeys, birds, and the sea crashing in. Their food is absolutely delicious and rotates daily with hip intl staff and guests you can't go wrong. 5 Stars from Brad & Katya. Just LOVE for The Hummingbird. xoxo
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect oasis with great attention to detail - the team are dedicated to making your stay super special. The rooms have been thoughtfully designed and the overall ambience is one of relaxation and unwinding. The restaurant and food (quality and service) is second to none. Would highly recommend this for a wonderfully peaceful and enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay
We were a group of friends staying for 4 nights and we absolutely loved this place. Betsy and team were incredible, nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent (breakfast and dinner) and great cocktails! The rooms are amazing - never slept so well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gary and Betsy were fantastic hosts. The facility is very well maintained and clean and perfect for a relaxing vacation. The food was excellent and happy hour/ drinks at the bar was always enjoyable, meeting other locals and vacationers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay in the jungle by the ocean
Everything was amazing - beautiful bungalow in the jungle on the beach, crashing waves, great food and service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful 2 night stay at The Hummingbird. I stayed in one of the bungalows, which was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Betsy and Gary were very welcoming and made sure all my needs were met and exceeded. They arranged all my transportation as well as a boat tour around the islands. They were also very accommodating to my vegetarian diet at the restaurant. The food was delicious as were the drinks! I only wish I had stayed longer! Wonderful trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place
Awesome. Incredible hosts and staff. Originally we were going to stay 5 days and move on but decided to stay another 5. We woke each morning to howler monkeys and wild parrots greeting the day. Food is great and the service friendly and attentive. We will be coming back. Place is off the grid but you really couldn’t tell other than no AC but the rooms have fans and we had no problem sleeping. Highly recommend Hummingbird
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adiba

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent experience, peaceful, clean, immersed in nature, exactly what we were looking for. Betsy and Gary are great hosts and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing time here! Gary and Betsy are so accommodating and really make your stay so comfortable. Be prepared to feel super relaxed and happy while you are here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts in PARADISE!
The fact that this review is being written that far after our stay should tell you all you need to know about this stunning property and location. The memories and experience will last a lifetime. And don't let the logistics of getting there stand in your way. The trip is soooooo worth it! Gary and Betsy are the best hosts my wife and I have ever experienced and are there to accommodate the guests with anything they could ever need. The property and surrounding garden is its own little paradise. And the beach is STEPS away! Just make the trip and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

William, Cupertino

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great owners, wonderful rooms, and world class beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hummingbird was by far the best place that we have ever been been to. The accommodations were fantastic! The hosts, Gary and Betsy, took care of everything for us during our stay. The food was out of this world! Highest recommendation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at the Hummingbird! The staff and owners, Gary and Betsy, were all so lovely and attentive. The food for breakfast and dinner was a delicious high standard, and whilst ‘they don’t do lunch’, the bar snacks are more than big and tasty enough to keep you going in the day. The 4 villas at the Hummingbird are equally charming, with doors that open fully bringing the forest and beach into your room, and give you a great way to spot the many species all around (We saw sloths, monkeys, frogs, lizards, an agouti, hummingbirds, and a turtle whilst in the grounds or just outside on Playa Bluff!)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jon, Philadelphia, us

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hummingbird isn't for everyone. It's off-grid and out-of-the-way. But it's also out-of-this-world. The essential message is that Hummingbird is a wonderful, intimate place to unwind, commune with sloths (real ones), and fall sleep to the symphony of crashing waves. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous oceanfront eco B&B
Betsy and Gary take special care with all their guests from the moment you arrive to to moment you depart. Cooked to order breakfasts, tons of birds, butterflys and nature to watch, super comfy rooms, ocean facing bar are just a few of the special things about this Inn. Worth the drive down the beach road for this experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay with great hosts
Truely amazing stay at The Hummingbird. Betsy and Gary have really found an ideal spot on the Island and carefully built this place with cosy Bungalows in a beautiful garden with great views. Everything is thought through in detail and absolutely high end, including breakfast and dinner. Bluff beach is right on the doorstep and probably one of the prettiest beaches in Bocas, not always good for swimming though. If you want some days or weeks to relax, enjoy being in the nature and have no problems with being on the quieter Part of the island(s) this is the perfect spot. For us it was probably one of the most enjoyable hotel stays ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018