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Our top choices for Playa El Istmito hotels

Living area

Lula's Bed & Breakfast

Lula's Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"Lula’s was a very pleasant and convenient location. The building is very charming. The hosts were both friendly and helpful. Despite some nearby construction our overall experience was very positive. I would stay there again without hesitation. Very clean and comfortable rooms and beds and very cozy common areas on the second floor deck. "
Canada
Walter
The price is ฿3,405
฿3,745 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Lula's Bed & Breakfast
Exterior

Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel

Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
1.4 km from Playa El Istmito
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (194 reviews)
"Food and the room were perfect "
Canada
Jean Sebastien
Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
Dock

Koko Acqua Lodge

Koko Acqua Lodge
3.0 star property
0.3 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Nice place to relax very private I will define come back "
United States
Alexis
Koko Acqua Lodge
Superior Room, Garden View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Calle 6

Hotel Calle 6
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Clean room and nice attention"
United States
Carlos
The price is ฿1,688
฿1,857 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Hotel Calle 6
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Nowhere

Nowhere
3.0 star property
1.8 km from Playa El Istmito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Room was spotless and grounds were well maintained. It was a perfect little oasis in the jungle! "
United States
Kristen
The price is ฿4,209
฿4,630 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Nowhere
Restaurant

Bocas Paradise Hotel

Bocas Paradise Hotel
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Clean room andvstaff wasngood."
Canada
Annette
The price is ฿2,789
฿3,067 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Bocas Paradise Hotel
Exterior

Surfari Bocas

Surfari Bocas
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (55 reviews)
"Super friendly and helpful checkin. Clean room, would stay again next time!"
United States
Troy
The price is ฿1,078
฿1,186 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Surfari Bocas
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Hotel Palma Royale

Hotel Palma Royale
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Playa El Istmito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
"Great Hotel!"
United States
Carmen
Hotel Palma Royale
Three Bedroom Penthouse | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Tropical Suites Hotel

Tropical Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Amazing boutique hotel. Loved it. "
United States
Sreekanth
The price is ฿7,627
฿8,390 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Tropical Suites Hotel
Luxury Room, Sea View | Balcony view

Hotel Bocas del Toro

Hotel Bocas del Toro
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165 reviews)
"Super friendly check in! Great room with a view and balcony!"
United States
Monty
The price is ฿4,086
฿4,494 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Hotel Bocas del Toro
Superior Duplex, Balcony, Tower | Water view

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites

Sun Havens Apartments & Suites
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Apartment was huge and had everything we needed. Close to all the restaurants and shops but not right in the middle of it (so quiet) - very close to the little airport The owners were great and very helpful - spoke great English and even popped my microwave popcorn in their personal microwave!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿908
฿1,079 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Sun Havens Apartments & Suites
Beach nearby

Gran Hotel Bahia

Gran Hotel Bahia
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Playa El Istmito
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful! Enjoyed my stay, thanks!"
United States
Rebecca
Gran Hotel Bahia
Oceanview King Suite | Beach/ocean view

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel

Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel
2.5 star property
0.5 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (52 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
Audrey
The price is ฿3,874
฿4,261 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Bambuda Bocas Town - Hostel
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Posada Los Delfines

Hotel Posada Los Delfines
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Playa El Istmito
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (93 reviews)
"Clean, cool room with AC. Good location. Breakfast was nice with coffee."
United Kingdom
Jamie
The price is ฿2,444
฿2,688 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Hotel Posada Los Delfines
Interior entrance

Swan's Cay

Swan's Cay
3.0 star property
1 km from Playa El Istmito
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156 reviews)
"Nice location, close to town for shopping and close to bus route."
United States
Paul
Swan's Cay
Bungalow, Sea View, Overwater | Beach/ocean view

Cosmic Crab Resort

Cosmic Crab Resort
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Playa El Istmito
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"This place has great views and the food is good. They have a varity of drinks good luck getting service. Service is terrible you have go hunt someone down. They move very slow and never check back on you. The owner could make much more money if they just serve people. "
United States
Billy
The price is ฿2,242
฿2,466 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Cosmic Crab Resort
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Balcony

Caribbean Villages Apartments

Caribbean Villages Apartments
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Playa El Istmito
7.6 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"Carlos was very helpful with answering questions and just a kind man. Their is clearly a constant upkeep of the property. Location was good- though there might be an office closer to the boat docks because when we first arrived my map app kept directing me to the wrong place. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you:)"
United States
Rachelle
The price is ฿3,178
฿3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Caribbean Villages Apartments
Exterior

Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

Hotel Paraiso Caribeño
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Playa El Istmito
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Alan Isaac
The price is ฿3,121
฿3,433 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Hotel Paraiso Caribeño
Dock

Kevin Condos

Kevin Condos
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Playa El Istmito
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (31 reviews)
"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
Exterior

Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)

Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)
3.0 star property
1.1 km from Playa El Istmito
7.6 out of 10, Good, (134 reviews)
"Nice place nice staff"
United States
Macaulli
The price is ฿1,526
฿1,679 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)
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Compare popular hotels close to Playa El Istmito

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Living area
Lula's Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
128 reviews
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Exterior
Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
194 reviews
View
Dock
Koko Acqua Lodge
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
68 reviews
View
Superior Room, Garden View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Calle 6
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
10 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Nowhere
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
23 reviews
View

Top Playa El Istmito Hotel Reviews

Hotel Calle 6

Hotel Calle 6

10/10 Excellent
"I had an absolute brilliant stay here! The hotel is located only steps from the airport and just a couple of blocks from the main street of Bocas del Toro. The room was decent and it had a great balcony where you can sit and watch the planes arrive and depart the island. Kind of a cool and unique experience. The hotel owner Marcel and his wife Ana were also super wonderful!"
Murray 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Calle 6
Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

10/10 Excellent
"Like it"
Rodolfo 3-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Hotel Paraiso Caribeño

Hotels near other Playa El Istmito attractions

Bolivar Park

3.9/5 (18 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Bolivar Park, a lovely green space in Bocas Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea

You can take time to visit Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea during your travels to Bocas Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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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 116 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 Bocas Paradise Hotel and Tropical Suites Hotel.
How many hotels will I find close to Playa El Istmito?
Expedia has 116 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 Bluff Beach. At Bolivar Park, Wizard Beach and Hospital Point, take some time to really appreciate nature. Bocas Marina, Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea are worth a stop while you're in the area.