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2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Isla. Colon, Bocas Del Toro
  • Playa El Istmito
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Tortuga Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    ‪1 min drive‬

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    About the area

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    This apartment places you steps from Playa El Istmito and within a 20-minute stroll of Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and apartment features a washing machine, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Limited housekeeping is available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Additionally, you'll find concierge services.

    What's nearby

    • Playa El Istmito - 1 min walk
    • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 1 min drive
    • Tortuga Beach - 4 min drive
    • Bocas Marina - 5 min drive
    • Carenero Island - 6 min drive

    Getting around

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

    Restaurants

    • ‪JJ’s at Bocas Blended - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪The Pirate Bar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Brother’s - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪Tequila Republic - ‬4 min drive

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !

    "Manta Raya" apartment is a very nice, new, well constructed 2 bedroom Apartment over the water on Isla Colón, the main island of the Bocas del Toro Archipelago. With our unique location on the Isthmus of Isla Colón we get nice sea breezes from the Caribbean and breathtaking views of Almirante Bay with the mainland mountains in the distance. It is a great place to watch the sunsets too. We are a 60 cent taxi ride or 5 minute bike ride from all downtown attractions and just enough out of town enjoy the serenity.

    Space
    The apartment is built by the beach and allows beautiful uncrowded views of the Caribbean sea to be enjoyed from the private deck on the back side (west side/sunset side) of the condo. Also there is a Private Pier even further out over the water for guests to relax in a hammock, sunbath in a longchair or get on kayaks/SUPs to play around in the calm & transparent waters surrounding the Pier. Of course the apartment is fully equipped with fully furbished Kitchen, A/C, TV, WiFi internet, Ceiling Fans, Hot Water, Laundry room

    Guest access
    Guests can access the entirety of the space which consist of the Laundry Room with washer & dryer, the Roofed Deck area, our Private Roofed Pier over the water with hanging chairs & hammocks, the front parking with the bike rack for guests to lock their bikes or grab a taxi from the front road.

    Guest interaction
    I usually like to use any common smart-phone messenger tool to facilitate communication with guests anytime they might need help or information but they can also write emails or call me on my cell phone. Also, we like to "empower" our guests which is why we provide them with a comprehensive Welcome Information Package with plenty of maps with annotations, informations about transportation, recommendation for meals and activities, extra services available on site & much more.

    Neighborhood overview
    We are located on the water front of Saigon Bay on Colón Island and enjoy a genuine Caribbean lifestyle. Our location allows us to catch the breeze from either side of the island because it is located on a really stretched isthmus (see aerial picture in gallery) on the way to the nicer beaches of the island and a little bit out of the town (5min bicycle ride or 60cts Taxi ride).

    Getting around
    It is really easy to get around from the place and you can catch a yellow Taxi right from the front Parking area. Taxis are really affordable but you can also opt for a beach cruiser bicycle which is the #1 way to get around on Isla Colón . N.B: Taxi rides to/from the Airport cost $2.

    Other things to note
    AirPanama airline often experience delays or changes in their schedule so be aware of this detail when organizing flights in and out of Bocas del Toro. We have only 1 bank in Bocas Town which host the 2 only ATMs in the whole archipelago and they sometimes go empty during the busy season especially on national holidays so we recommend that you make sure to have some cash handy to avoid long queues at the ATM.

    Property manager

    Sterling Hopman

    Languages

    English, French, Spanish

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • On the beach
    • Beach loungers

    Internet

    • Available in the apartment: WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Hob
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Toaster

    Bedrooms

    • Bedroom
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Shower
    • Soap
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • DVD player
    • Stereo
    • TV with cable/satellite channels

    Outdoor areas

    • Patio

    Laundry

    • Laundromat nearby
    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Concierge services
    • Housekeeping (limited availability)

    Location highlights

    • In the city centre
    • Near a health/beauty spa
    • Near a hospital
    • Near the marina
    • Near the ocean
    • On the waterfront

    Things to do

    • Bicycles
    • Kayak
    • Water sports equipment
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Casino nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Ecotours nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Horseback riding nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Scuba diving nearby
    • Snorkelling nearby
    • Spelunking nearby
    • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Water skiing nearby
    • Wildlife walks nearby

    Safety features

    • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
    • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • Bicycles
    • Unit size: 861 square feet

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Minimum check-in age - 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Children and extra beds

    • Children are welcome.

    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
    On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
    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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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    2 Bedrooms Over Caribbean Waters Incredible Panoramic View

    Frequently asked questions

    Are there any beaches close to 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !?

    Yep, 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view ! is a short 1-minute walk from Playa El Istmito. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

    Is there a spa on site at 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !?

    No, there is no spa at this property. Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea is a short 19-minute walk away.

    Does 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view ! have a pool?

    No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

    Is there a free airport shuttle available at 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !?

    No, 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view ! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

    What time are check-in & check-out at 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !?

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

    Are pets allowed at 2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view !?

    No, pets are not allowed.

    2 bedrooms Apartment over the Caribbean Waters with incredible panoramic view ! Reviews

    Reviews

    9.6

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Barbara L.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful place to stay in Bocas!
    This upstairs apartment is in a wonderful location and has an absolutely beautiful interior. It was very well appointed and had everything we needed. The property manager was on-site and very responsive. Would highly recommend.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Kevin, Stanwood

    Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The property Manta Raya was very nice and Rebecca the host, was very helpful. The location was good. Outside of the downtown but close enough to walk if you want or a $1 cab ride. Nothing relative to the property but we did not love Bocas Del Toro as a whole. It was nice to visit and experience but it won't be on our short list to return to.
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

    2/10 Terrible

    Anthony

    Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Angie M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great stay!!
    We stayed 2 nights in this great apartment with our 2 teenagers at the start of our Bocas trip! The location was great you are out of town but still close enough to walk or jump in a taxi! the market is right next door so makes it easy to grab supplies as needed! The kids LOVED swimming right off the deck it was calm and relaxing! The apartment had everything you needed and the host was super friendly and helpful! We would for sure return on another visit.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Garrett K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Perfect place on the water.
    Stay was amazing. Everything is very close either by taxi or by foot. Property was well described. The manager Rebecca was very nice and helpful. And bocas del toro is a great place to vacation.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Rick B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family stay in Bocas
    My family (4 of us, including pre-teen to teen daughters) just spent 4 nights in Bocas as part of a nine day stay in Panama. We all agreed that we should have booked a longer trip and included more nights in Bocas. Alas! We will return! Bocas is great! There are tons of opportunities to explore - if bored…take a water taxi to a new random beach. There is great food! Lots of beaches and tours! Granted,there are parts of Bocas that are pretty rough around the edges (like many Caribbean destinations, parts of the local population are struggling). But Bocas is in that sweet spot of authentic international travel (awesome location, not overrun by corporate travel nonsense, tons of options for fun, great food options, some iffy party scene nonsense, locals proud to share their amazing destination, non potable water, used toilet paper goes in the wastebasket, …). The property is clean, safe, and has an amazing communal dock for chillin’. We were very comfortable. Grocery store is a 2 minute walk. Town is a little bonkers…this property is just a smidge outside of loud town stuff. Rented bikes from the property for the duration - highly recommended. You can take taxis to and from town. Or walk 20 minutes each way - we did night 1. But bikes are way better. It’s a little iffy on your first ride back from town on bike at night, with crazy taxis zipping by, but you quickly learn that so many locals bike all day and night, that cars look out for all bikers. We also rented the kayaks for a day. Highly recommended. Rebecca is AMAZING!!! We’ve stayed at plenty of VRBOs, but have never had such a wonderfully friendly, helpful, and available host. She is an absolute DREAM! All heart. She was tremendously welcoming and an absolute gem for recommendations. Nothing but love for her and her family!!
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Felix F.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    It is a paradise
    Great experience
    Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Gregory M., New Mexico, USA

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beach and Bay Bargain Bonanza!
    A perfectly clean and functional., well appointed, tropical bungalow between surf and snorkeling. Delightful hosts. Equipment and rentals in good shape or fixed instantly. Walk to the store. Comfy beds. Don't hesitate, this is the place for the price.
    Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Rosemary, LAKEWOOD

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Enjoy the stay the santuario Del Mar.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Kara S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family get away
    We had a wonderful stay at Santuarios Del Mar. Morgan was always easily available for any questions or advice. Bocas Del Toro is absolutely amazing and staying at Santuarios Del Mar made it even more amazing. Highly recommend staying here. Clean, comfortable, great location. The dock with the hammocks and swings was such a treat! Waking up to the views of crystal blue water with the mountains in the distances…magical. We all had a vacation of a lifetime.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

    8/10 Good

    Terri L., Usa

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beautiful view of sailboats and bay, lots of steep steps
    This property served our purpose. The beds are not very comfortable but the kitchen is well equipped, and the apartment is cute. Great property managers always available by text. There are bikes, paddle boards, snorkels and kayaks available to rent on site. The air conditioning worked well as did the wifi. Laundry facilities available for a small fee. The coolest thing is a private dock, with hammock, swing and net for laying on to view the fish, etc.
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Perfect spot for an in town stay
    Our stay was great - the unit was perfect for us as a married couple traveling with our adult son; the two bedrooms and 1 bath unit was spacious and well equipped. We chose to stay a little closer to town so we could go back and forth a little easier and the location was terrific.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Wes A.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Home base for Bocas Del Toro exploring and adventures.
    My family of five had a great stay here. It served as a good home base for island exploring, SCUBA diving trips, and fishing. There is a grocery store just a short walk down the street which makes it convenient for cooking your own meals.
    Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    elizabeth b.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Morgan and Matt were excellent hosts!
    The house was perfect location just outside of town. On the water and across the road from the beach.. A perfect bike ride distance. Located 2 doors down from a grocery store. Will definitely stay here again!
    Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Christine S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    The best kept secret
    I can’t wait to come back to the Island and stay at this property. Just had a grocery store open 2 houses away. Excellent property
    Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Katie H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beautiful unit in a great spot!
    Great spot on Isla Colon- a short taxi ride from town, where grocery stores, restaurants and shops can be found, but out of the city center (which was a plus for us.) Sterling takes impeccable care of his property- it is in great shape and is constantly undergoing regular maintenance. Lots of great details have been thought of- a trampoline for the kids, bioluminescent viewing net on the dock, very nice and spacious communal dock with hammocks, SUP and kayaks for rent, not to mention VERY helpful maps provided of the area at check in. Ludo, the property manager was very helpful also! We were traveling with 2 young children and had a great time here!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Debbie M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great Over the water Apartment!
    We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment over the water and the view was wonderful! Really enjoyed relaxing on the covered dock. Everything was very clean and well maintained. Ludo & Sterling were very accommodating to anything we needed!

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Excellent hosts
    Ludo and Sterling were incredible hosts with beautiful properties. I would definitely stay here again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    patricia c.

    Apartment with nice view
    We had such an amazing place to stay in with a great view. Very clean & comfortable! Ludo made our trip the best we could have. AC was a must, I could cook breakfast and dinner at this place. What I really enjoy was, they have everything you need to stay in; filtered water, paper towel, hot water, detergent dish, washer and dryer machine, and so on. I would recommend this place to my friends and I would come back again!
    Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Bruce M.

    Boca Beach Villas
    Had a great time at Bocas Beach Villas. Stayed for a little over two weeks in February. The apartment was really well appointed, very clean and everything as advertised. Sterling was a gracious host and helpful for any needs and questions that I asked. I spent a week alone and had a great time teaching his son Stephen how to fish from the end of the dock with a hand line. We had a gas! My family came for the last week there and we really enjoyed the location, the proximity to town but enough out of town to be very tranquil. The use of a washer and dryer was a plus. The local beach across the street was a great spot for my daughter and I to boogie board and for me to catch up on my surfing skills before hitting really challenging waves at the different breaks. We didn't only rent a villa from Sterling but also a" state of mind"that allowed us to really relax and enjoy Bocas. Hats off to you guys! Look forward to returning next winter!
    Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2018

    8/10 Good

    Lisa S.

    Lovely lofted apartment perfect distance from town.
    We stayed for eight nights and had a fantastic time. Quick bike ride to town...Loved hanging out on the dock watching for spotted rays at night. Would recommend it for sure!
    Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

    10/10 Excellent

    Tom W., Austin, TX

    Great property!
    We were in Bocas del Toro for two weeks and we spent a few nights at Vista Mar, a two bedroom apartment at Sterling's place. The little complex is great, several condos and villas grouped together, the people staying there were very friendly and the grounds were nice. It is located in a good part of Bocas, just outside the noise of the main city but close enough to get a quick taxi ride for about $0.50. We were very comfortable in the apartment and it had everything we needed for our stay, the view off the back dock was beautiful. Sterling was helpful and quick to respond to any needs. We would stay again!
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

    8/10 Good

    Lora H.

    Great place!
    We loved our stay in Bocas at Sterling's place. The apartment is very clean and well maintained. Sterling and his staff were all very responsive to all of our needs. We were a bit disappointed in the ability to cook. There is a kitchen but it is small and the cookware is limited. We had planned to do some outdoor grilling but a grill was not available. The unit entrance is located on the second floor so there is no outside deck located off of the unit itself but there is a public dock area with great hammocks and chairs.
    Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Loved this place and cannot wait to stay again!
    This place was awesome!! Sterling was a great host and the house was even more amazing in person. We could not have asked for a better experience and are looking forward to coming back.

    10/10 Excellent

    Penny H.

    Beautiful place. Great locatioon. Sterling was quite helpful before and during our stay. Good times!
    We were traveling with our 17 year old daughter. Very clean. Downstairs bedroom was very cool at night. Great for sleeping. AC worked great downstairs. Upstairs was warmer--but we still slept fine. The location was perfect for us. A quick 5-10 min bike ride into town or a 10 minute ride to watch the surfers at Bluff beach. Sterling was a gracious host--highly recommend!