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Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge

3.5 star property
Overwater bungalows in Panama where travelers can snorkel right from their deck, kayak through mangroves, and dine with Caribbean sunset views

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Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge offers adventure and relaxation on Panama's Caribbean coast. Staff assist with snorkeling trips or kayaking. Enjoy ocean-view meals at the restaurant. Amenities include free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning, and concierge services.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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Room options

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Terrace/patio

Punta Caracol Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed - twin
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Luna Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Master Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed - twin
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Punta Caracol, a neighbourhood in Bocas del Toro, Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge is in the suburbs and by the ocean. Bocas Marina and Institute for Tropical Ecology & Conservation - Bocas del Toro Biological Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bird Island and Playa El Istmito. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Bocas del Toro travel guide
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Punta Caracol, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro

Restaurants

  • Dosha Organic cafe
    19 min drive
  • Tequila Republic
    23 min drive
  • Skully's
    20 min drive
  • Pipa Beach Bar
  • Mana Bar and Restaurant
    22 min drive

About this property

Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge

Lodge near Starfish Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a beach shuttle, kayaking and snorkelling. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Punta Caracol acqua-lodge, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Beach towels, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge include amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Sofa beds and free rollaway/extra beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 20 for adults and PAB 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Punta Caracol acqua-lodge

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 13 November and 17 December.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately PAB 20 for adults and from PAB 20 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher 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
Property Registration Number 60223-2-346272 D.V.97

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Punta Caracol
Punta Caracol Bocas Del Toro
Punta Caracol Hotel
Punta Caracol Hotel Bocas Del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge
Punta Caracol Acqua Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua
Punta Caracol Acqua
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Lodge
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Lodge Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

Is Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge?

Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge located?

Located in Punta Caracol, this beach lodge is steps away from Bluff Beach, Playa El Istmito and Paunch Beach. La Gruta Cave and Institute for Tropical Ecology & Conservation - Bocas del Toro Biological Station are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning! Beautiful place on the water, very peaceful and super friendly staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for relax and enjoy good vacations with the family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and customer service was outstanding. The only issue we had was mainly the location and inability to charge devices in your lodge - devices needed to be left with reception to charge. While they had set times for free water taxis into Bocas Town, if you needed to leave outside of these times, it could cost anywhere from $15-$30USD/person for a one-way trip from local water taxis (well beyond the typical $1-$5USD/person for travel if you're in town). If you're looking to do lots of exploring and island hopping it may be a bit more of a hassle, but if you're looking to relax and disconnect, this is the place for you! Major shoutout to the staff for being so accommodating during our stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pacome

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

Great place to relax

Amazing place, very friendly staff. The lodge is very clean and has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Is a nice place to relax. My kids love it. Kinda far from town but still beautiful and quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible property. The reef was stunning and the staff thoughtful and kind. Everything was clean and comfortable and the food was delicious!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect ecolodge on the water! Maria, who owns and manages the lodge, always went over and above for our family to arrange day trips/boat rides to town and provided amazing travel guidance. We needed to charge our phones at reception but it was a small price to pay for a beautiful and unique Panama experience with great rooms and gorgeous views. We ate our breakfasts and lunches on site but preferred the restaurants in town for dinner. Our teens loved it and want to go back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very unique. I highly recommend it. Some suggestions to make it more unique include: allowing us to charge phones in our rooms; make it more eco friendly by having people fill up water bottles from a main dispenser rather than small single use bottles. We liked the fact that the kayaks and snorkels were included. More local food choices on the menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Rivky

Disliked: Amenities
Okay condition, walkway was poor condition, was scary to walk on it, was rainy and windy window couldn't be closed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rattana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property, and will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excelent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is an amazing place, 100 %
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice cabins
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very nice and very serene. Nice little getaway. The water right outside the porch your private porch is great. If you are looking for peace and quiet this is your place. No TV, no fridge no outlets so I just suggest bring some power banks and you can charge at the front desk. The staff was nice and I believe the owners were there too and were super nice. We also got to see a few dolphins swimming close to our bungalow a couple of times.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Saritaanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to relax and unwind, the location is unmatched and a bit remote but there is a restaurant and great service from all the staff! It was a hut on the water if you want luxury accommodations you will need to go to a luxury resort, we enjoyed the rustic feel and the tranquility!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, most of staff helpful and friendly, but run down and badly in need of maintainance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful ocean property, great for snorkelling right off your own private dock. Super relaxing listening to the ocean waves right outside your window. The staff were friendly and very efficient. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Punta Caracol is a little slice of heaven. The cabins are very quaint and comfortable, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the views are spectacular. Staying over the water was like being on top of an aquarium. If you love nature and sea life, this is a must see! We loved every minute!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot to relax, swim out your back door and get away from it all. Really unique facilities. Great snorkeling - out your back door. Would love to come back. Nothing to complain about!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a cool place! Beautiful surroundings and a unique experience. It is rustic, but a fun adventure. You must climb up and down quite steep stairs to get to the bedroom. Unfortunately, we had lots of rain, so took the water taxi into town and did some exploring. We went to red frog beach. Beautiful! Staff are nice. Food good. Not many vegetarian options, but overall good. We kayaked and snorkeled. Beautiful! I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food, the uniqueness, the atmosphere, and the staff were all excellent. The only drawback was luxurious comforts of a traditional hotel. If you were looking to disconnect, this is your place. If you were looking for action and excitement, this is not your place we had an amazing time and enjoyed the experience.

6/10 Okay

Felix

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It begins and ends with the spectacular views. You leave with hundreds of photos and videos. Choose Punta Caracol to truly get away from it all and enjoy the true serenity that is rare to find these days. Our hosts, and those who provide various services, are exemplary. The Aqua Lodge prides itself in hiring local citizens and members of the indigenous community—authentica Panama! Snorkelling reveals another underwater world and the kayaking expands the senses. The food has a local flair and comes in generous portions. Go, if you want to get off the grid and cleanse your mind and soul!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was not clear in any of the ads that there was no electic or A/C
Stayed 1 night in May 2023