Surrounded by lush gardens, Playa Bluff Hotel offers a serene retreat with continental breakfast and an international cuisine restaurant. Enjoy the outdoor pool, playground, bike rentals, dry cleaning services, billiards/pool table and barbecue grills for a fun-filled stay.
Located in Bocas del Toro, Playa Bluff Hotel is in a rural area and on the beach. Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm and Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Starfish Beach and Bird Island. Snorkelling, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Bocas del Toro travel guide
At Playa Bluff Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. With amenities such as a beachfront location and sunloungers, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, a massage or a facial. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Bike hire, a safari and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
A nature reserve, luggage storage and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Playa Bluff Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Outdoor pool
Playground
Safari
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Garden
In a nature reserve
On the beach
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Facials
Massage
Treatment room
Accessibility
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas
Electric bike charging
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Limited room service
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Ceiling fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per day
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 40.0
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
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, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Playa Bluff Lodge Bocas del Toro
Playa Bluff Bocas del Toro
Playa Bluff
Playa Bluff Lodge
Playa Bluff Hotel Lodge
Playa Bluff Hotel Bocas del Toro
Playa Bluff Hotel Lodge Bocas del Toro
Frequently asked questions
Does Playa Bluff Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Playa Bluff Hotel?
As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa Bluff Hotel on 14 Mar 2026 start from RM459, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Playa Bluff Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per accommodation, per day.
How much is parking at Playa Bluff Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Playa Bluff Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Playa Bluff Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Playa Bluff Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Playa Bluff Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Bocas del Toro lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bluff Beach, Paunch Beach and Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm. Tortuga Beach and Istmito Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Playa Bluff Hotel Reviews
7.8
Good
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Booked and paid for an ocean view room with a balcony but only garden view rooms were available so instead of the waves crashing I heard the property next door doing Los construction all day long …. Other than that the place was great
Wendy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
George
5 Mar 2024
Food was not good
George
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
6/10 Okay
Cameron
29 Mar 2023
An adventure
If you go to Playa Bluff hotel, think about an adventure. No air conditioning anywhere. The restaurant has new chef from Italy. We only had breakfast there, (was ok) never ate dinner. We had dinner every night at Hummingbird hotel, amazing food, great ambience. Walking distance. The pool did not opened until the day we left. They had lost electricity and it was disgusting, so took time to clean. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the room is nice, doesn't have a fitted sheet, so is a little uncomfortable to sleep with a sheet that moves all around. No Mattress cover, the room could be cleaned better, need to move furniture and clean behind and under, since its a tropical place, spiders are everywhere. There is a big community kitchen that is fully equipped and you can buy food and make whatever you want. Unfortunately there are no markets close by, you have to take the shuttle that comes every hour in front of hotel for $3 or a taxi $20 into town ( around 30 minute ride one way) to buy food.
Unfortunately the ocean was extremely rough, so we were not able to swim in the ocean, but if you walk the trail for about an hour or bike (they have bikes for rent) you reach beautiful natural pools. Take a book and plan to relax, eat and enjoy the weather, and go into town and take tours to the islands. You can arrange all tours with the hotel. The hotel is building a new spa, and tour thru their jungle and waterfalls.
Es eco friendly, las habitaciones no tienen aire, solo ventilador de techo, podrás ver monos y otros animales típicos.
La atención de Anthony y Gabriela excelentes.
This was the most expensive place that we stayed at in Panama and was the worst by a landslide. The patio door was just a screen that anyone could have broken into. We were woken up by loud people 3 of the 6 nights we stayed there and management pretty much said it was out of their control! Not impressed!!!! Our room was only “cleaned” twice, check in did not include instructions on where to get drinkable water, nor was there a glass in the room. The electrical outlets would not hold a plug for my charger. The sheets are too small for the bed and their are no mattress covers, yuck!!!! The curtains did not fully cover the windows. The patio door locks are broken, so a small padlock with a key is used. There are no lights on the patio, so sitting out and reading at night is not possible and there are wires hanging where lights should be. There was no hot water in the showers even after they were “fixed”. If you are there for surfing this is a great place to be, if that is not your intent then do not stay here, it is a long way from town and the shuttle only comes every 2 hours and a taxi will cost you $15-$20 one way. The breakfast is the same every day, eggs, pancake and toast with a few pieces of fruit. When we raised concerns it fell on deaf ears, the owner/manager thought that our concerns were trivial. She certainly does not belong in the hospitality business. This place has the potential to be quite lovely, but falls very short of its potential.
Pam
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
19 Apr 2019
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Muy lindo el hotel pero muy largo del centro la luz y el agua falta la piscina estaba verde solo hay un restaurante cerca es muy incomodo la distancia del pueblo la administradora Macarena excelente por ella vale la pena quedarse sino no lo vale
Si vuelvo me quedo en el pueblo los taxis muy caros para ir a comer cobran y no brew 15 y 25$
Great property on Playa Bluff. Filter was broken on pool while we were there so we didn’t get to use that. Lots of wildlife surrounding this property. Room was average for the price but we enjoyed our time here and the relaxing vibes in that area. Food at surrounding hotels was very good. The lodge only serves breakfast and it is average. Two pancakes, some scrambled eggs, two pieces of toast and 5-6 cubes of fruit.
The Playa Bluff Lodge seems to be in the middle of a "resurrection" of sorts. Apparently the place had a fire last year that destroyed the kitchen and perhaps more. I gather that the owner is trying to recover the business but seems to be doing it on the cheap. The only reason I give an overall "good" rating is due to the manager of the place, Magarena (Maga for short) who went out of her way to help us have a pleasant stay. The property has HUGE potential but it appears progress is very slow. I highly recommend visiting the Playa Bluff neighborhood but if you want a more comfortable stay, I recommend The Plantation, Hummingbird, or Oasis.
Worth mentioning is the bus service that runs between Bocas town and Playa Bluff. The vans that act as a bus run every 30 minutes or so $3 each way but be prepared for a bumpy and often crowded 20 minute ride.
The area is beautiful with opportunities to see sloths and Howler monkeys in your back yard.
Jättefint hotell med super trevlig personal. Lång strand med väldigt lite folk, perfekt för att bara ta det lugnt eller surfa. Finns inget att klaga på! :)
Camilla
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
3 Jan 2019
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Wunderschöne Lage, sehr abgeschieden, schöner Strand leider aber zu hoher Wellengang zum Baden
El hotel es simple pero cómodo. El desayuno sencillo pero rico. Está a media hora del centro, el bus pasa a determinados horarios y cuesta 3.50 por persona o el taxi 15 dólares. La playa es preciosa pero las olas son peligrosas. Lo recomiendo para quien quiera estar en contacto con la naturaleza o quien busque esa playa para surfear.
Maravillosa estadía. El equipo completo es adorable. Te acogen como una gran familia siempre atentos y dispuestos. Contundente y saludable desayuno en un entorn paradisíaco que te permite conectar contigo mismo y tu familia
Daniela
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
4/10 Poor
Lucas Sebastian
30 Jun 2017
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
fuera de temporada NO ES HOTEL!
El hotel es lindo, muy limpio, el unico problema es que al estar "fuera de temporada" no gozas de los servicios totales que ofrecen. Llegamos a la hora del cheking y a los 5min ya no habia ningun empleado para consultar o solicitar algo, los dias siguientes igual. A las 15hs no habia nadie ni nada para hacer, los dias posteriores igual. Ni hablarque NO HABIA RESTAURANT abierto, por lo cual no habia opciones para comer ya que no hay otros comercios ni locales en la zona. Yo pienso que si el servicio es "a medias", el cobro por la estadia deberia ser menor!.
El hotel está en una ubicación excelente, en el medio de la naturaleza y frente a la playa. Es una playa para surfear, no para nadar. Es un mar hermoso.
Las habitaciones son muy lindas, a la noche se escuchan las olas del mar y los ruidos de la selva.
Es una lástima que este tan descuidada la zona de la pileta, todas las reposeras estaban rotas.
No funcionaba el restaurante, solo había desayuno (el hotel está a 15 min del pueblo).
No había agua caliente en los baños.
Los caminos para llegar a las habitaciones no tenían luz, ya no funcionaba la carga solar de las lámparas. No se veía nada, tampoco te ofrecían linternas.
Gezellige bar, terras en restaurant. Fijne ruime kamer en behulpzaam lief personeel . Gelegen aan strand waar ook hangmatten hangen en ligbedden staan. Het zwembad is niet groot maar prima voor mijn kinderen, alleen was er veel bezoek geweest ( bar-restaurant) en daarna was het water erg vies en 2 dagen vies/groen geweest. ( personeel deed z'n best te reinigen, maar er waren teveel kinderen met zand-zonnebrand ed in geweest)
Het eten is heerlijk, veel mensen komen daar dan ook gezellig eten.
Stroming in zee te sterk om te zwemmen, wel leuk om surfers te kijken.
El hotel es muy bonito y su personal muy agradable y de buen trato, pero la atención en el restaurante es un poco lento y el lugar está muy alejado del centro de Bocas
Arlenne
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
28 Feb 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Really nice hotel, in front of the beach
The hotel and the staff is really nice, unfortunately the pool was not working but not a big deal, the hotel is green so they use solar panel for electricity and water pumping, so no air condinationing is installed.
This hotel needs work. There is essentially no management. The best, most efficient employees there are the cleaning staff.
The rooms are nice but the beds are like slabs of concrete. The power to our building went out for over 8 hours (and the have solar, so can't blame it on anyone else). The hot water works for about 45 seconds, total.
Plus, this is located 20 minutes from town and the shuttle to Playa Bluff is sketchy and the last one coming from town leaves at 6pm. Want a late night in town? Plan on a $20 cab ride back to the hotel. No exceptions.
We will not stay there again.
We had an incredible stay here, the staff are wonderful, the room was gorgeous, the restaurant serves delicious food and drinks, and the vibe here is so relaxing. The beach is at your doorstep and if you get hot you can cool off in the swimming pool. It is great value for money!! I highly recommend!