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Palmar Beach Lodge

2.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront lodge with restaurant, near Red Frog Beach

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On the beach, beach massages, beach volleyball, beach bar
8 Bed Dorm | Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets
On the beach, beach massages, beach volleyball, beach bar
Reception
AC Beach Cabana | Terrace/patio
Escape to Palmar Beach Lodge, where the beach is at your doorstep and relaxation comes easy. Soak up the sun on the beach, indulge in a rejuvenating massage or spa treatment, then enjoy a refreshing cocktail at the beach bar or dinner at our on-site restaurant. With an outdoor pool and activities like billiards/pool table and volleyball nearby guests can always find something to do.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Beach bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Free toiletries
The current price is £92
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

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AC Beach Cabana

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  • 20 sq m
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Balcony
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Ceiling fan
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  • 45 sq m
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Rainforest Tent- Queen

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Balcony or patio
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Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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8 Bed Dorm

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Island Bungalow w/ AC

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  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beach Cabana

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Balcony
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Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
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  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Rainfall showerhead
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In-room safe
  • 9 sq m
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Superior Double Queen Bungalow

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Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
Red Frog Beach, Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro

What's nearby

  • Bastimentos Sky Zipline - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Paunch Beach - 1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • Bluff Beach - 1 min drive - 0.1 km
  • Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 55 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 102 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 102 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle

Restaurants

  • Barco Hundido Bar
  • The Pirate Bar Restaurant
  • Café Del Mar
  • coco fastronomy
  • Brother’s

About this property

Palmar Beach Lodge

Situated by the ocean, Palmar Beach Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Bastimentos. Guests indulge in beachside massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features include a beach bar, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay for free (dogs only)
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Off-site

    • Free area shuttle

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk chair

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
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Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3.5 to 6.5 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 per cent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 8 November 2024 to 30 April 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Exterior
During renovations, the lodge will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Rooms do not have power outlets. Charging stations are available in the lobby only.

Also known as

Palmar Tent Lodge Isla Bastimentos
Palmar Tent Lodge
Palmar Tent Isla Bastimentos
Palmar Tent
Palmar Tent Lodge Panama/Isla Bastimentos, Bocas Del Toro
Palmar Beach Lodge Isla Bastimentos
Palmar Beach Isla Bastimentos
Palmar Beach Lodge Lodge
Palmar Beach Lodge Bastimentos
Palmar Beach Lodge Lodge Bastimentos

Frequently asked questions

Does Palmar Beach Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Palmar Beach Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Palmar Beach Lodge?

Yes, dogs stay free. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is required. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Palmar Beach Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Palmar Beach Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Palmar Beach Lodge also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Palmar Beach Lodge?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Palmar Beach Lodge like?

Palmar Beach Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Playa El Istmito and 7 minutes' walk from Bastimentos Sky Zipline.

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Palmar Beach Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best places I stayed, the grounds are breathtaking and the staff is amazing
Nadhinka, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel in front of one of the nicest beach in Bocas del Toro (Red Frog). Staff is friendly, food is good and at a fair price, and amazing breakfast! They have different options of rooms for every traveler, I traveled with friends and we chose AC rooms with private bathroom and they were very comfortable. They also offer tours which are usually better quality than if you get it in town (Isla Colon). Would go back to El Palmar.
Katya, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel, beach but bevare of no beach chairs
My review should be seen in relation to the fact that it is an expensive hotel. The room and the staff were very good. The food was okay. What bothered us the most, unfortunately, was that the hotel did not live up to the rules regarding beach chairs. According to the staff, beach chairs were supposed to be reserved for hotel guests, this was absolutely not the case. Every day after lunch, half of the beach chairs were taken by other people, in addition to this, ordinary chairs from the restaurant were moved out onto the beach. It felt a bit like a hostel with lots of day guests, completely unacceptable. One of the days I complained and asked who was responsible for the policy to be followed, unfortunately I got a vague answer that the person was somewhere. The owner of this hotel needs to address this, I would like an answer.
Stefan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property on a beautiful island. Alongside this the food is fantastic!
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was wonderful
Joy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyment of nature without distraction of devices. Time to de-stress and re-energize.
Ricardo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic spot. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant and bar are top notch. Beach and accommodations all very clean. Overall Palmar was above our expectations. We will be back again and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet spot off the beaten path and away from the crowds and noise of the towns.
matt, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our Little Secret
you can't help but gasp when you enter this property. places like this do not exist! it's something out of a movie. from the time you get off the boat until the time you have to leave with the guys taking your luggage back to the dock in wheel barrows.... Wow! Exactly the kind of vacation spot that I was looking for. Beaches with no vendors and very few people... Amazing...
James, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Palmar Beach Lodge is truly a jungle beach paradise! This property definitely takes some effort to get to. You must take a boat from Bocas del Toro town to Isla Bastimentos to a remote pier for Red Frog Beach. They drop you off and there's nothing around, but if you WhatsApp the hotel, they will assist with your bags. You must hike through a jungle on a dirt path to get there - keep this in mind! Once you are there, it is tucked into the jungle and is situated right on the beach. This was exactly the vibe I was looking for, but if you're looking for something with more around or a more luxury experience, I would look elsewhere. I stayed in a private room with air conditioning which made my week there very nice. the bathrooms in these rooms are very nice, but keep in mind that they are on an island and use rain water, so sometimes the water shuts off throughout the day when they change the filters - I wish the staff had shared this with me when I checked in. We had some issues with the lock on our door that was addressed the day before we checked out, but I also understand they must bring parts from other islands on a boat through the jungle. The restaurant and bar is lovely, but keep in mind they get busy so have some patience. It's one of two places right on the beach so a lot of day visitors come to the bar/restaurant, as well as hotel guests. The lodge also has hostel accommodations so you get a good mix of people. Overall, a nice experience.
Nora, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Janice, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Licht und Schatten
Direkt am schönen Strand gelegen, die netten Hütten mit Veranda und Hängematte liegen im Wald, direkt von der Veranda lassen sich tagsüber sehr gut die kleinen Frösche beobachten. Momentan wird wohl ein Pool gebaut, aufgrund der Lärmbelästigung spendierte das Hotel das Frühstück, das war eine angemessene Reaktion. Das Personal an der Rezeption ist freundlich und bemüht. Vielleicht aufgrund der Baumaßnahmen wirkte einiges ungepflegt (Matten lagen wild durcheinander an den Bäumen u.ä.). Nichts mit dem Bauvorhaben hat aber der schleppende Service im Restaurant und am Strand zu tun. Teilweise wirkt das Personal unmotiviert, sogar unfreundlich. Nach Regenfällen braucht es lange Zeit, bis die Stühle, Tische usw. zum Frühstück oder Abendessen benutzbar gemacht werden....wer möchte sich schon auf einen nassen Stuhl setzen? Das Essen morgens und abends ist durchschnittlich. Es gibt aktuell viel zu wenig Liegen für die Hotelgäste, vielleicht wird es besser, wenn die Poolliegen dazukommen?! Strandhandtücher können an der Rezeption geholt werden.
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jordan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Endroit magnifique, personnel très sympathique, nous avons adoré notre séjour sur le bord de la plage, c’est à faire rêver!
Janie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rody, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Carlos, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amanda, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Elin Marie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super tolle Anlage, die einzelnen Häuschen liegen verteilt im dichten tropischen Wald. Toller Strand! Das Personal war sehr freundlich und bei Ausflügen gerne behilflich. Für Naturliebhaber erste Wahl
Petra, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Valerie, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Earl, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Maud, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The beach was beautiful and within walking distance of two more beautiful beaches. Jungle atmosphere, including sloths and red frogs , was a highlight. Food was delicious!
Erika, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Simon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot. Super friendly staff.
Peter, 1-night trip