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Skype user: Only Habla Ya Spanish Students are eligible for the special rates for extended stays that appear on this page when they make their reservation through us. These special rates are offered to our students due to the amount of traffic that we generate for these hotels. Most of our recommended lodging options are located within walking distance to our Spanish school in Bocas del Toro (from 1 to 15 minute walks).
Old Caribbean House
Great Location: Very Close to the School
If you are looking for the most convenient place to stay at during your Spanish studies, you just found it! The Old Caribbean House is situated just across the road from our Spanish school, not even a 1 minute walk away from it. Just as our Spanish school, the Old Caribbean is located in a quieter part of town, about a 7 minute walk from Bocas del Toro's main square. With its typical local architecture, the Old Caribbean House will provide you with a peaceful atmosphere, a good night's sleep and will make you feel right at home.
Convenient, Equipped and Close to Town
At the Old Caribbean you will be in a very adequate environment for your Spanish studies in Bocas del Toro and practicing your Spanish with the locals will be quite easy as they will be your neighbors, but you will still be in very close proximity to plenty of restaurants and bars when you want to decide to partake in Bocas del Toro's nightlife. Mondo Taitu, for example, famous for its theme parties, is just a 4 minute walk away and the Casbah restaurant, one of Bocas' top rated eateries is just another minute ahead. Fully equipped kitchens are readily available at the Old Caribbean House which is perfect for students staying longer and who'd like to cook their own meals.
Private Rooms
On the ground floor you will find 3 private rooms that are air conditioned, have their own private bathroom with a hot water shower, as well as a small cable TV and have fully equipped kitchens with mini-fridge, stove, toaster, microwave, coffee maker, cooking utensils, pots and pans, plates and cutlery. Private rooms can have one or two single or double beds (in some rooms a third bed can be added), making them a perfect choice for solo travelers, couples or friends traveling together who'd like to have more privacy than staying in a shared room. The owners are flexible with bed arrangements.
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Shared Rooms
The shared rooms, which are also air conditioned and have their own private bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens just as the private rooms do, are upstairs and are equipped with 2 or 3 wooden bunk beds. In front of the shared rooms there is a nice balcony where you can do your homework or just relax and watch life in Bocas go by. Downstairs there is also a roofed seating area with rocking chairs where its nice to read or catch up with fellow travelers. In this area there is an additional communal kitchen, perfect for preparing and then sharing a nice meal with friends.There is a small supermarket right in front of the house, which makes your cooking and last minute grocery shopping even easier. The Old Caribbean in Bocas del Toro is definitively the most convenient option for Habla Ya Spanish students on a budget.
Old Caribbean House Rates
Rate Per Night |
1 Week |
2 Weeks |
3 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
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| Bed in a Shared Room | $15 | $90 | $165 | $225 | $275 |
| Private Room | $45 | $250 | $425 | $575 | $725 |
Note: rates DO NOT INCLUDE Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. Rates in a private room are based on double occupancy. For each extra person (in some rooms up to 4) please add $5 per extra person per night. A credit card is required to make the reservation but payment can be made in full upon arrival. Cancellations can be made with up to 30 days in advance with no penalty. No shows and cancellations made 30 days or less prior to arrival will be charged the full basic room rate of the 1st night + 10% tax.
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At 25 second walk away from Habla Ya Spanish School, Old Caribbean House is located on the corner of Avenida G with 8th Street, just across the road from us. From the airport follow the main street that leaves the airport (Avenida E) and take the first left on Sixth Street, walk two blocks north, and then take another left again once you have reached Avenida G. Two more blocks and you will have reached Eighth Street where the Old Caribbean is located at. If you arrive by boat to Bocas del Toro on First Street, walk up north until you reach Avenida F, then take a left and walk two blocks until Third Street. Take a right and continue on Third Street which merges into Avenida G and walk 5 blocks more until you reach Eighth Street. If you arrive by boat on Third Street, just walk up North until it merges into Avenida G and walk 5 blocks more until you reach Eight Street.
Hostel Heike Bocas del Toro
The Best Place to Socialize
An undeniable favorite amongst the backpacker crowd Hostel Heike will make you feel right at home thanks to its amazing staff and great customer service. Located right on Third Street in front of the park, Hostel Heike is the perfect place to socialize with fellow travelers and have a real feel about how's life in Bocas del Toro. With a total of 8 dorm rooms and 2 private rooms, Bocas del Toro's largest hostel has an established reputation as a place where you can easily find a great group of friends to explore the archipelago, party hard at night or just laze around in true Caribbean style.
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Rooms and Facilities
Of its 8 dorm rooms Hostel Heike has two 10 person rooms (one of them with AC), two 8 person rooms, three 4 person rooms and one 6 person air conditioned room. Both of its private rooms have a double bed and a bunk bed. The rooms that don't have air conditioning are equipped with conveniently placed fans and every bed has a free personal locker besides it.
When you're not out and about taking Spanish lessons, surfing in Bocas del Toro or just enjoying uncrowded stretches of golden sand beach, Hostel Heike offers its guest an amazing roof terrace with sweeping views of town where you can grab a hammock to chill out and relax, read a nice book from the book exchange rack or take advantage of its two public computers to catch up with email. Don't forget to enjoy a cold 
beer while hanging out in the balcony and taking it all in (after practicing you Spanish and doing your homework of course). and the sunlit communal kitchen opening to the street-side action is the perfect place to prepare a meal amongst friends before hitting the streets to party hard at Bocas del Toro's bars.
Staying at Hostel Heike comes with several perks: besides being able to use a couple of public computers, you will have access to free wifi access, free-unlimited pancake breakfasts served late into the morning, a roof-top sunbathing deck, free towels, a high tech purified water treatment system within the hostel, international calls, cheap surfboard rentals, and great contacts and advice to do certain tours and activities on your own.
Hostel Heike Rates
Price per night |
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| Dorm Room without AC | $10 per person |
| Dorm Room with AC | $12 per person |
| Private Room | $22 for 1 - 2 persons, $33 for 3 persons and $40 for 4 persons |
Note: rates INCLUDE Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. A credit card is required to make the reservation but payment can be made in full upon arrival. Cancellations can be made with up to 30 days in advance with no penalty. No shows and cancellations made 30 days or less prior to arrival will be charged the full basic room rate of the 1st night + 10% tax.
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Just an 8 minute walk to Habla Ya Spanish School, Hostel Heike has a great location in the middle of town, halfway down the main street (3rd street), in front of the massive trees of the central park. Hostel Heike is the blue and orange colonial building and very easy to spot. If you arrive by boat with Bocas Marine Tours you'll be dropped off right on main street: just take a right and you'll find Heike 100 m on the left hand side of the street in front of the park. If you arrive on 1st street with any other of the boat companies, just walk through the park and you'll see Heike. If you arrive by plane walk down the street leading away from the airport make a right turn on the third block (third street) and Heike will be the third building to your right.
Coconut Hostel
In the Center of Town
A stay at the Coconut Hostel gives you a unique opportunity to experience local life in Bocas del Toro just as it is. Its owners and managers are local residents so you will be able to practice your Spanish 24 x 7 with them and many travelers from all over Latin America choose to stay at Coconut Hostel so you'll also be able to practice your Spanish with fellow travelers. It's located on 2nd Street just behind the Central Park which truly gives you a favorable perspective into the life of local Panamanians in Bocas del Toro. And even though it's facilities are quite basic it doesn't hurt that Coconut Hostel is one of the cheapest lodging options in town.
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Rooms and Facilities
Coconut Hostel has 12 cozy dorm rooms, 6 of them on each floor. The rooms have space for either 4 or 6 guests with bunk beds in each each room. Each floor has shared bathrooms with several showers with hot water.
On the ground floor you'll also have access to a small fully equipped kitchen, a TV room with comfy couch and free wifi internet. In front of the hostel there are also several tables and chairs where you can just sit down and relax while Bocas life goes on right in front of you.
Bycycles and scooters are also available for rent, at a discounted price for guests.
Coconut Hostel Rates
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| Beds in Dorm Rooms without AC | $10 per person |
Note: rates do not include Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. A credit card is required to make the reservation but payment can be made in full upon arrival. Cancellations can be made with up to 30 days in advance with no penalty. No shows and cancellations made 30 days or less prior to arrival will be charged the full basic room rate of the 1st night + 10% tax.
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Just an 8 minute walk to Habla Ya Spanish School, Coconut Hostel has a great location in the middle of town, halfway down the 2nd street, on the back side of the central park. If you arrive by boat with Bocas Marine Tours you'll be dropped off right on main street. Walk up north and take a right just before the park starts. Take another left and go up north on 2nd Street and you'll find Coconut Hostel 100 m straight ahead on the right hand side of the street in front of the park. If you arrive on 1st street with any other of the boat companies, just walk towards the park and you'll see Coconut Hostel. If you arrive by plane walk down the street leading away from the airport make a right turn on the third block (3rd Street), walk through the park and Coconut Hostel will be right in fornt of you.
Casa Verde Hostel & Guesthouse
Bocas' only Budget Ocean-Front Hostel
Built over pristine Caribbean waters, Casa Verde is Bocas del Toro's most popular ocean-front budget hostel and will definitively make you feel in paradise. Possibly the only budget hostel in town that offers such a unique natural setting, at Casa Verde you will be transported by its relaxed and laid back atmosphere: you simply can't beat hanging out over the Caribbean's clear-turquoise waters... do make sure to make your reservation well in advance though as it does get totally booked even in the low season!
Air-Conditioned Dorm and Private Rooms
Casa Verde has 3 dorm rooms located on the ground floor right by the water. Two of the dorm rooms can fit up to 6 persons each (3 single bunk beds in each room) and another dorm room has 2 bunk beds that have single beds on the top and double beds on the bottom. Each dorm room has lock boxes (keys available for a $5 refundable deposit) that can easily fit a laptop and other valuables, which is very convenient when you're out and about exploring the islands of Bocas del Toro. On the upper floor you will find 7 private rooms: 2 rooms with 2 double beds, 3 rooms with 1 double bed, 1 room with 1 bunk bed and 1 room with 2 single beds. Fortunately all of Casa Verde's rooms are air conditioned (dorm rooms included) and have mini fridges so you don't have worry about labeling your food as you typically have to in other hostels with a shared refrigerator.
Outdoor Areas & Amenities
At Casa Verde you'll surely spend most of your time in its outdoor areas, laying back to relax while you enjoy the gorgeous sea and mainland mountain views. It's your choice: sit down in the terrace and surf the web with your laptop (wifi throughout the hostel), grab a hammock under the shade or catch some warm rays on the rooftop sundeck. And while you're at it grab a tube and float the afternoon away or just hop in for a quick dip after a long bike ride. Casa Verde also loans out snorkel gear so that you can explore the mini reef right under Casa Verde's dock. But do remember: you're here to learn Spanish so don't forget to also do your homework!
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Restaurant, Bar & Additional Services
Casa Verde is also home to La Mama Loca Chill Bar & Grill which provides you with reasonably priced food and cocktails (special days on certain days of the week for backpackers). Or if you prefer to cook your own food, you can also do so in the common kitchen area (just make sure to tidy up after!). And for guests entertainment, you will be able to enjoy live music during several nights of the week (it can get quite busy so if you're not up for a party vibe, you should maybe stay somewhere else). Laundry services are provided at $4 per load (includes drying and folding of cloths) and if you'd like to have your room cleaned daily (instead of weekly), maid service can be arranged for an additional $5 per clean. Clean sheets should be requested weekly.
Casa Verde Hostel Rates
Price per night |
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| Single Dorm Bed | $12.50 per person |
| Double Dorm Bed | $15 for 1 person, $20 for 2 persons |
| Private Room, 1 Bunk Bed | $25 for 1 or 2 persons |
| Private Room, 2 Single Beds | $33 for 1 or 2 persons |
| Private Room, 1 Double Bed | $33 for 1 or 2 persons |
| Private Room, 2 Double Beds | $44 for 2 persons, $49.50 for 3 persons, $55 for 4 persons |
Note: rates INCLUDE Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. A credit card is required to make the reservation but payment can be made in full upon arrival. Cancellations can be made with up to 30 days in advance with no penalty. No shows and cancellations made 30 days or less prior to arrival will be charged the full basic room rate of the 1st night + 10% tax.
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At 15 minute walk away from Habla Ya Spanish School, Casa Verde is located on Avenida Sur (South Street) just a couple of houses after the ferry dock and within walking distance of both the airport and all water taxi stations. From the airport follow the main street that leaves the airport (Avenida E) to 4th street and make a right. Go to the end of the street and you will be directly in front of Casa Verde. Or just take a taxi for $1 per person. From the water taxi docks turn left upon exiting the station and follow the road until the road curves around to the right and you pass the ferry dock. Casa Verde is the second house on the left. It is about a 4 minute walk.
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