With a stay at Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge in Bocas del Toro (Punta Caracol), you'll be steps from Bluff Beach and Istmito Beach. .This lodge is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Bird Island and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Paunch Beach.
Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
‪Restaurante Tom - ‬22 min drive
‪JJ’s at Bocas Blended - ‬22 min drive
‪Tequila Republic - ‬23 min drive
‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
The Floating Bar
About this property
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge offers 9 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations are furnished with twin sofa beds and desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Punta Caracol acqua-lodge, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the ocean view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Punta Caracol acqua-lodge - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 20 for adults and PAB 20 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Punta Caracol acqua-lodge
Things to do
Kayaking
Snorkeling
Family friendly
Free rollaway/extra bed
In-room sofa bed
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Beach towels
Garden
In a national park
On the bay
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
1 floor
Colonial architecture
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Free rollaway/extra bed
Twin sofa bed
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
Limited room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Ceiling fan
Desk
Heating
Safe
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 13 and December 17.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately PAB 20 for adults and PAB 20 for children
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 60223-2-346272 D.V.97
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Punta Caracol
Punta Caracol Bocas Del Toro
Punta Caracol Hotel
Punta Caracol Hotel Bocas Del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge
Punta Caracol Acqua Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua
Punta Caracol Acqua
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Lodge
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Lodge Bocas del Toro
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The stay was like a dream, the setting, the property, the team, you get welcomed like family, when you depart you're also treated like family. We will be coming back soon.
Great view, there was some saftey concerns with loose boards, concrete pillars not making contact with the walkways, and some nails here and there. Its a beautiful place but be ready to spend a few extra dollars. Transport from almirante to bocas is extra. They only provide from bocas to their space and its limited times. Restaurants had good food but portions were small.
A beautiful place to relax and unwind, the location is unmatched and a bit remote but there is a restaurant and great service from all the staff! It was a hut on the water if you want luxury accommodations you will need to go to a luxury resort, we enjoyed the rustic feel and the tranquility!
Saritaanne
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Rivky
Feb 3, 2026
Disliked: Amenities
Okay condition, walkway was poor condition, was scary to walk on it, was rainy and windy window couldn't be closed.
Rivky
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Mark
Jan 27, 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, most of staff helpful and friendly, but run down and badly in need of maintainance.
The place is very tired and not well maintained.
The amenities are not user friendly - e.g. getting into and out of the kayaks from the high dock is very challenging - my daughter fell into the water.
There is a shortage of amenities.
They were very late picking us up.
James
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
Mar 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful ocean property, great for snorkelling right off your own private dock. Super relaxing listening to the ocean waves right outside your window. The staff were friendly and very efficient. Highly recommended!
Punta Caracol is a little slice of heaven. The cabins are very quaint and comfortable, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the views are spectacular. Staying over the water was like being on top of an aquarium. If you love nature and sea life, this is a must see! We loved every minute!
It was very nice and very serene. Nice little getaway. The water right outside the porch your private porch is great. If you are looking for peace and quiet this is your place. No TV, no fridge no outlets so I just suggest bring some power banks and you can charge at the front desk. The staff was nice and I believe the owners were there too and were super nice. We also got to see a few dolphins swimming close to our bungalow a couple of times.
Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Olivia
Dec 19, 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and customer service was outstanding. The only issue we had was mainly the location and inability to charge devices in your lodge - devices needed to be left with reception to charge. While they had set times for free water taxis into Bocas Town, if you needed to leave outside of these times, it could cost anywhere from $15-$30USD/person for a one-way trip from local water taxis (well beyond the typical $1-$5USD/person for travel if you're in town). If you're looking to do lots of exploring and island hopping it may be a bit more of a hassle, but if you're looking to relax and disconnect, this is the place for you! Major shoutout to the staff for being so accommodating during our stay :)