Best Budget Hostels in Bocas del Toro, Panama | Bocas Hostels

421 Guesthouse is by far the ideal low budget option for Habla Ya students, situated at only one block or 2 minute walking distance from the school in a quiet residential area.

421 has been set up in a traditional Caribbean mansion, entirely made of wood, giving it the unique homey feel. Its spacious rooms and common areas with balcony in the front and in the back, will make you feel like you're in a huge vacation villa instead of a hostel. Guesthouse 421 is definitely more like an "upscale" budget option which offers all the amenities of your average Bocas hostel, including wifi, but with nicer facilities and AC (which is rare in Bocas del Toro for low budget options).

421 has dorm rooms, shared private rooms and private suites. All rooms are comfy and clean.

The dorm or group rooms have 5 beds in each, two bunk beds and one single bed as well as one bathroom.

The shared private rooms have 2 single beds in each of them and are connected with one other private room through the shared bathroom. This option is ideal for friends traveling together who don’t wish to share a bed, and want some privacy as opposed to sharing a room with other travelers.

The private rooms with shared bath have double beds in them, and share the bathroom with one other private room. This option is ideal for couples who want to have some privacy, yet don’t want to break the bank.

This is the cheapest option you’ll find for a private room because the bathroom doesn’t have hot water. However, that’s really no big deal here in Bocas, as “cold” is more like lukewarm, since temperatures are high all year round.

The suites are entirely private with their own private bathroom, and you’ll be able to enjoy a comfortable king size bed.

As you'll be studying with us for several weeks, you also have the option to cook your own meals in the communal kitchen. The communal kitchen is ideal if you want to cook your own meals without having to eat out all the time. The shared kitchen has a stove, a refrigerator and dining area.

All the rooms are equipped with AC and wifi for you to stay connected. The large communal area with a sofa and cable TV as well as some books will allow you to just relax, enjoy a nice cup of coffee or a cold beer and chat with fellow students or travelers.

The owners, Luis Alberto and Juan Fe, are best buddies and experienced surfers, so they will be able to point you in the right direction if you are looking for some good surf breaks (or ask us!). They also live on-site so without any doubt, you'll always be looked after.

* Please note: prices are in US Dollars. Rates DO INCLUDE Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. Reservations require a valid credit card payment of a 30% deposit. No shows and cancellations within 1 month lose 30% deposit. LS (low season): May 1st - Nov 30th. HS (high season): December 1st - April 30th. During national holidays, a surcharge may apply.

Saigon Bay Bed & Breakfast is a 3 room over the Caribbean Sea hotel located in the local neighbourhood contiguous to our Spanish School's, home to authentic Caribbean living and the very best sunsets of Bocas Town. Here you'll be able to experience Bocas as locals do.

The bed and breakfast has a comfortable social area as well as a large deck to relax and take it all in. Immersed in Saigon Bay the over the water home is painted and decorated in colourful Caribbean flair.

Two rooms have en-suite bathrooms while the other one has the bathroom just outside the door. Each room has fans and screened windows. Being on the bay with lots of windows allowing the breeze to flow through makes for an enjoyable and truly authentic visit.

Room #1 is the most spacious room with a queen sized bed, futon and an en-suite hot water shower and private bathroom. Room #2 is the surfer room with queen sized bed, and bathroom separated by wooden French doors and en-suite large hot water rain shower. Room #3 has a double sized bed, and a single bed above, with an en-suite large hot water rain shower and the bathroom is just outside the room, exclusive to this room.

Angie was born in the Panama Canal zone and grew up in Panama. Nicolas was born in Caracas, Venezuela. Both have been living in Bocas del Toro for nearly 15 years. They love the outdoors, training and are pretty mellow. Angie works from home and Chapo is a surf instructor and tour guide. Their three dogs live with them in their upstairs apartment as well as their cat but sometimes also chill on the deck.

Your superhosts 'Chapo' and Angie are on site offering full service concierge for whatever you desire. The greatest spots to see, visit, activities, island trips, surfing, diving, four wheeling, zip lining, horseback riding, shuttle trips, advice on how you can get there, or we can put you with the right people to take you.

* Please note: prices are in US Dollars for up to double occupancy unless specified. Low season: March 1st - June 30th and September 1st - December 19th. High Season: July 1st - August 31st and December 20th - February 28th. Weekly Rates: 10% OFF per night. Monthly Rates (30 nights): 20% OFF per night. Rates DO INCLUDE Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. Reservations require a valid credit card payment and a 50% deposit. 50% refund is granted up until 1 week prior to arrival.