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Top 10 Hotels Near Playa El Istmito

Lula's Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
0.5 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"I enjoyed my stay at Lula B&B. Tammy was very helpful and nice. We had a great time and breakfast which were included, was delicious. I stayed 5 days from 23 to 27 September 2025."
United States
John
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lula's Bed & Breakfast

Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
1.4 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (186)
"we had a wonderful stay at Divers Paradise. The hotel is very attentive to guest needs. I highly recommend staying at Divers Paradise when in Bocas. "
United States
george
Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel

Tropical Suites Hotel

3.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (287)
"Lovely stay for my family. Great food and hospitality."
United States
Gregg
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Tropical Suites Hotel

Surfari Bocas

2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"Owners are personable amd easy to talk to amd answers any questions you may have"
Canada
Clinton
The price is S$33
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Surfari Bocas

Hotel Palma Royale

3.5 star property
1.3 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (162)
"Super spacious, quiet, clean and cool apartment. Truly an oasis from the heat and bustle of town. Loved having filtered water available + great AC. Reception staff was professional, friendly and kind. Highly recommend!"
United States
Helen
Hotel Palma Royale

Bocas Paradise Hotel

2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (111)
"Great location! Great value! Super clean and friendly staff."
United States
Regina
Bocas Paradise Hotel

Hotel Bocas del Toro

3.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (145)
"Great location, clean, and air conditioning."
United States
Ginger
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Bocas del Toro

El Faro del Colibri

3.0 star property
1.7 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62)
"This was a our first stay and we really enjoyed ourselves. You can walk to multiple restraunts without getting a water taxi, when you need a water taxi it's a short ride. The breakfast menu was great. If you're a light sleeper you may want to bring ear plugs. The boat traffic can start early. Overall was a wonderful experience."
Canada
Mark
El Faro del Colibri

Koko Acqua Lodge

3.0 star property
0.3 km from Playa El Istmito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59)
"A very comfortable stay, really clean with helpful staff.It takes around 20min to get to the center of the island. "
Canada
alice
Koko Acqua Lodge

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites

3.0 star property
0.7 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (64)
"Perfect for me, room was clean and was comfortable, staff are amazing. There is some construction ongoing but not a bother unless you want to sleep all day. Owner very helpful. Will stay again "
United States
Joe
The price is S$46
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sun Havens Apartments & Suites

Cosmic Crab Resort

3.0 star property
1.5 km from Playa El Istmito
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (116)
"It was great Jone the owner was awesome, the food was great. To get a water taxi to the property is not a problem."
United States
justin
The price is S$80
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Cosmic Crab Resort

Swan's Cay

3.0 star property
1 km from Playa El Istmito
7.8 out of 10, Good, (149)
"All good but not beyond."
United States
Clarissa
Swan's Cay

Nowhere

3.0 star property
1.8 km from Playa El Istmito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
"Great experience to stay in one of the domes in the rain forest. Also, the staff was great"
Netherlands
Stephan
Nowhere

Gran Hotel Bahia

3.0 star property
1.3 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26)
"nice, 5 min from "downtown" not on water"
United States
Junaid
Gran Hotel Bahia

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

2.5 star property
0.5 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (43)
"Have a great time! Beauyplaxe and the staff was so nice!"
United States
Nina
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

Kevin Condos

3.0 star property
2.1 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (31)
"There was lots of room inside, not terribly comfortable but comfortable enough. It was nice outside, but I stayed out too long and got eaten by the sand fleas. It was actually a pretty nice location. There was a little trouble communicating, but the staff was very nice and helpful."
United States
Reid
Kevin Condos

Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

3.0 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"Like it"
United States
Rodolfo
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

Residencial Cristina

2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"Really noisy, I even approached the lobby representative (lady) and informed her about the noise during my stay. She did confirm that next to room 203 there is a storage room under the stairs. The first night it was a disturbing noise around 11:30 pm. m. and the next night it was a loud noise again around 4:45am. m. and 6:40 a.m. m. (same day). I also paid for room 202 as well and my family members also complained about noise coming from lobby staff near room 202. in summary stay away from rooms...
United States
Osvaldo
The price is S$55
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Residencial Cristina

LA LUCIERNAGA HABITACIONES BIG CREEK

3.0 star property
2.1 km from Playa El Istmito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
The price is S$80
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
LA LUCIERNAGA HABITACIONES BIG CREEK

Hotel Calle 6

3.0 star property
0.8 km from Playa El Istmito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Clean room and nice attention"
United States
Carlos
The price is S$71
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Calle 6
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa El Istmito?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa El Istmito, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers like the surrounding area for its island views and seaside. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 109 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Playa El Istmito?
Adjacent to Playa El Istmito, Koko Acqua Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and a terrace. Other good choices close by include Tropical Suites Hotel and Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel.
How many hotels will I find close to Playa El Istmito?
Expedia has 109 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa El Istmito.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa El Istmito, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Playa El Istmito.
What can I see and do near Playa El Istmito?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Tortuga Beach, Paunch Beach and Wizard Beach. At Bluff Beach, Bolivar Park and Hospital Point, take some time to really appreciate nature. Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal, Bocas Marina and Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal are worth a stop while you're in the area.