Fodor's Expert Review Tropical Suites

South end of Calle 1, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro, Panama Fodor's Choice

Completely remodeled in 2012, the spacious rooms here evoke fully furnished Florida condos, with their tropical colors, tile floors, ceiling fans, and sliding glass doors that open onto balconies (half have ocean views). Each room has a queen bed, cable TV, a kitchenette with breakfast bar, and a large bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub. The hotel is built over the water, and there's a floating plastic dock in back with a swimming area, though the water here is not that clean. Pay the extra money for an ocean-view room—they're nicer and quieter. The glass-bottom Starfish Suite lets you watch the fish swim beneath your feet without leaving the comfort of your room. It is conveniently close to most restaurants and bars. The hotel runs periodic Web-only promotions.

PROS

  • decent value for offering
  • spacious rooms
  • great ocean views

CONS

  • questionably clean swimming area

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
Family
$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 507-757--9081 | 507-757--9880

HOTEL DETAILS

19 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast, Credit cards accepted