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Surf Break at Paunch

2.5 star property

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Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio
Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Paunch Beach Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro
  • Paunch Beach
    1 min walk
  • Carenero Island
    14 min walk
  • Tortuga Beach
    4 min drive
  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.)
    74 min walk

Room options

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Panoramic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Panoramic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Panoramic Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About this property

Surf Break at Paunch

Bed & breakfast with free parking, steps from Paunch Beach
Along with tour/ticket assistance, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a garden and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Surf Break at Paunch offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Bocas del Toro bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and fans. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Surf Break at Paunch, you're just a quick walk from Paunch Beach. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a multilingual staff, a terrace, and a water dispenser
  • 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Paunch Beach and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Starfish Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of Surf Break at Paunch, you'll find a terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Surf Break at Paunch also features a garden, a picnic area, and a water dispenser. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Bocas del Toro bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Conveniences

  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Couples dining
  • Mosquito nets
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Surf Break at Paunch

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Surf Break at Paunch offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 4 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Surf Break Paunch B&B Bocas del Toro
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Surf Break at Paunch Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing jungle home
INCREDIBLE AUTHENTIC JUNGLE EXPERIENCE BUT WITH ALL THE COMFORT!! I stayed for 2 nights at David’s place on my solo trip to bocas del toro and I can’t recommend it enough! The place was gorgeous on inside and the outside was just amazing, surrounded by jungle but 2 mins from the water too! Everything was clean, and the bed was SUPER comfortable!! David was extremely friendly and helpful with immediate responses when I had questions throughout my whole stay! I rented a ATV and David let me park it on site no problem. Perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was just what we were looking for. Not the hustle and bustle of city. It was up in the hill and we loved it!! If your going power goes out a lot on the island so bring flashlights! Overall great place! Car taxi can’t make the hill. So get a bus or truck taxi. Good times.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you would like a quiet place off the beaten path (as I did), this place is a nice option.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and friendly host
David was a friendly host and the accommodations were very comfortable. I enjoyed the location within walking distance to a nice beach and a couple restaurants. The kitchenette and balcony with hammock were a real treat! The balcony was great for wildlife viewing, including a sloth. Please note it is on a hill so may not be easy for all to walk and if you get a taxi, a truck is best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Charming room and deck, in a jungle setting, just overlooking a great surf break. Our hosts were very helpful and accommodating with setting up and recommending fun adventures. Be ready for big, healthy breakfasts with fresh juice, fruit bowls, pancakes, eggs and more. Lots of fuel for the day, which I needed due to my obsessive surf habit. Definitely rent a quad while you’re there, as taxis get expensive quick. We definitely had an amazing time. If you’re looking for a resort style hotel- this isn’t the place. But if you’re good with a rustic, cabin villa style bed and breakfast with a warm friendly vibe, it’s a no brainer. Oh and the Wi-Fi worked well too.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Great place to stay. David the owner takes care of everything. Excellent breakfast also!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and unique wood cabin with great breakfast
Unique and amazing cabin on the trees in the jungle, also 3 minutes walk from the beach. Great quiet location outside busy Bocas town. David the owner is great and breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andres, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would most definitely recommend Surf Break at Paunch to anyone staying Bocas del Toro. Especially if you are not big into the the night life scene that is all over Bocas town or are just looking to get away from city life and want to be in nature
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rapport qualité / prix très décevant
L'hôtel est dans un endroit magnifique, au milieu de la jungle avec une terrasse grandiose. David nous a accueilli très convablement. Cependant, l'hôtel n'était pas à la hauteur du descriptif (pas de service de nettoyage quotidien, pas de restaurant sur place, terrasse de la chambre partagée avec les voisins, hamac déchiré inutilisable). Nous n'avions pas d'intimité car les fenêtres sans rideaux opaques donnaient sur le parking et il n'y avait aucun insonorisation. Nous pouvions donc entendre tout ce que racontaient nos voisins et réciproquement. Très déçu car le prix est très élevé.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le meilleur petit dej du Panama
Mignonne guest house en retrait de bocas à proximité de la jungle ce qui nous aura permis de voir des singes et paresseux le matin au réveil . Petit dej merveilleux , hôtes d’une extrême gentillesse , merci à David et sa compagne. Vélo dispos sur place et indispensables si vous ne voulez pas payer le taxi à chaque virée en ville (entre 6 et 10$ pour 2 selon l’humeur des chauffeurs ) ou faire 1h30 de marche Une adresse à ne pas manquer Merci
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Hostel auf der Hauptinsel Isla Colon. Nur 15min mit dem Taxi vom Hafen entfernt. Möglichkeit mit Fahrrädern kostenlos die Insel zu erkunden, zum schönen Strand "Playa Bluff" sind es nur wenige Minuten. Frühstück war ausgezeichnet, Besitzer David und seine Mum sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Der Paunch Strand an sich ist weniger schön, da er als Straße benutzt wird. Zimmer sind sehr geräumig und schön, kein TV. Allerdings sehr hellhörige Bungalows.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018