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Palmar Beach Lodge

2.5 star property
Adults-only beach lodge

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Terrace/patio
Bed in Premium 8-Bed Dorm with AC
Reception
Beach Cabana with AC | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept

Explore the area

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Red Frog Beach, Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro
  • Red Frog Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Wizard Beach
    ‪26 min walk‬
  • Tortuga Beach
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)

Room options

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Safari Tent

Safari Tent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Rooftop Terrace Jungle Immersion with AC

Rooftop Terrace Jungle Immersion with AC

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beach Cabana with AC

Beach Cabana with AC

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Jungalow

King Jungalow

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Rainforest Tent- Queen

Rainforest Tent- Queen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bed in Premium 8-Bed Dorm with AC

Bed in Premium 8-Bed Dorm with AC

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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King Beachside Bungalow with AC

King Beachside Bungalow with AC

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Cabana with Ocean Breeze

Beach Cabana with Ocean Breeze

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Jungle Immersion with AC

Jungle Immersion with AC

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bed in 10-Bed Dorm with AC

Bed in 10-Bed Dorm with AC

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Rainforest Tent- Two Double Beds

Rainforest Tent- Two Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Queen Bungalow with AC

Double Queen Bungalow with AC

Highlights

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

About the area

Bastimentos

At Palmar Beach Lodge, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Paunch Beach and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, a free area shuttle and a beach bar. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find volleyball. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights you'll find near this Bastimentos lodge include Red Frog Beach and Wizard Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Red Frog Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bastimentos Sky Zipline - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tequila Republic
  • Barco Hundido Bar
  • Café Del Mar
  • Toro Loco
  • Bibi's On The Beach

About this property

Palmar Beach Lodge

Adults-only beach lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Palmar Beach Lodge.

This Bastimentos lodge is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Palmar Beach Lodge offers 9 accommodations. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desk chairs. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free area shuttle

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 3.50 to 6.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 23 June 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Front desk

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

During renovations, the lodge will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.5 to 6.5 per person
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Palmar Beach Lodge?

Palmar Beach Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palmar Beach Lodge?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmar Beach Lodge on 12 Sept 2025 start from AU$136.25, 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 Palmar Beach Lodge?

Yep, Palmar Beach Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Playa El Istmito. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving.

What makes Palmar Beach Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Palmar Beach Lodge.

Is Palmar Beach Lodge family-friendly?

No, Palmar Beach Lodge is an adults-only property.

Does Palmar Beach Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palmar Beach Lodge?

No, Palmar Beach Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Palmar Beach Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The property will be renovating its bar from June 23 2025 until September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Palmar Beach Lodge?

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

Palmar Beach Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 87 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nancy L

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Near the beach, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with the most amazing staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place for wildlife spotting and red frogs! Comfortable room, super helpful staff. Beach is lovely although sea was rough. Quiet, good food, very laid back.You do need to walk through the jungle to get there, good path!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit magnifique, personnel très sympathique, nous avons adoré notre séjour sur le bord de la plage, c’est à faire rêver!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyment of nature without distraction of devices. Time to de-stress and re-energize.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadhinka

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places I stayed, the grounds are breathtaking and the staff is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on a beautiful island. Alongside this the food is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Earl

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nora

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harut

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Piece of paradise

Beautiful property on beach front. Authentic experience in a serene environment. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Alexey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

bring cash. they will charge 5% for any card trans

Amazing beach. Nice property overall. Good restaurant on site. The only thing: you pay though Hotels.com. It is not actually the payment. The property just put your money on hold. And then when you come they will charge again with 5% credit card processing fee. Whatever you pay by card at this property. Will be 5% extra. So take cash. But again. I had a very lovely experience. One of the best beaches in Bocas.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Yotam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

A poorly run hotel on a nice island

This hotel could not have been q bigger letdown. I don’t even know where to start. Oh, right; NO HOT WATER. That’s right, $330 a night but no hot water in the shower, even though I complained several times. What else? Reception closes at 4:30 and even until then it’s almost never staffed. Restaurant stops serving food before the advertised hours and you’re left with nothing to eat. When it’s open, they are always out of everything. Service is terrible, especially the single mom who leaves her crying baby between the tables and goes out of her way to avoid customers and be rude to everybody - Ana I think her name is. The wall from the pier is a real hike - not fun when carrying suitcases. Want to hop over to Bocas? Good luck with that - you’re on your own and getting back at dark is basically impossible. Avoid this place. I recommend Bambuda lodge which was a thousand times nicer and half the price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021