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Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island

2.0 star property
Beachfront cabin for sun and fun

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At Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can also expect to find a garden, an outdoor entertainment area and a restaurant.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire cabin

Sleeps 420 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island

Beachfront cabin for sun and fun
A restaurant, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free cabin. Local cuisine breakfast is free. Other amenities include a garden. The cabin features a balcony and a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. A flat-screen TV, a coffee/tea maker, and a hair dryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
This cabin offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 5:30 AM to 6:30 AM at scheduled times and on request

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a state park
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • 3 units
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 8:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Tocumen International Airport only.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 55 (roundtrip), (from 3 to 10 years old)

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
There is no hot water on site

Property is also known as

Private Over The Water On Blas
Cabins Over the Water Wailidup Island
Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island Cabin
Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island Narganá
Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island Cabin Narganá

About the neighborhood

Map
9.542876, -78.899058, Narganá, San Blas

What's nearby

  • Isla Chichime - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Kaili

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island?

Check-out is at 8:00 AM.

Does Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 5:30 AM–6:30 AM on request. A fee of USD 55 per person applies.

Where is Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island located?

Nestled on the beach, this San Blas Islands cabin is steps from Isla Chichime.

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Private Over the Water Cabin on San Blas Island Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

6.6

Cleanliness

4.8

Amenities

6.0

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice. And I liked the food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Disliked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable Hostel-Style San Blas Experience

This is an AMAZING place, run by indigenous Guna Yala people. My family and I stayed there four nights and absolutely loved it. However, this experience is ONLY for people who truly enjoy camping and roughing it! It's much more like a youth hostel than a hotel, and truth be told, there's more trash on the island (and in all of San Blas) than any of the visitors would like. There is no connectivity, and the electricity and water are only available for some of each day. But if you can handle this, it's a truly memorable experience. The over-water cabins are rustic and mostly unfinished, but the mattresses are comfortable and there are no insects. We brought our own snorkeling equipment (which you should also do), and spent our time almost entirely in the water, exploring the nearby coral reefs, kayaking to nearby islands and meeting people and snorkeling there, chopping open coconuts that had fallen from the trees, and generally spending every moment in nature. It was a highly refreshing getaway from everything - all of us slept more deeply on Wailidup Island than we had in years. Meals are good, but BYO fruit! Because there is no connectivity, you MUST sort out everything about your transfers there and back ahead of time. A day trip is included to other islands, which they prefer to have you do on your last day, which means leaving San Blas at about 3 pm and arriving back into Panama City around 7-8 pm. The walkup Covid testing at Tocumen Airport is cheap and fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Paige

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Communication was good and highly organized. We felt safe and didn’t need to lock up our bags or valuables at all times. Weather was rough (not their fault) so the stay was a challenge with super high winds and rain. The island was covered in trash nearly all the way around. Our cabin doors were off hinge and barely closed. The shower and sink were filthy and the toilet stained. The water smelled strongly of sulpher so we did not shower nor use it for anything other than a hand wash. Food was pretty good. Hosts were friendly, helpful and gracious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

good among other islands properties.but be prepere

Overall experience was interesting. San Blas is a very unsual place for tourism. Among other San Blas islands, this island was pretty good (i did like 4 different islands). If you want to see San Blas - this property is pretty good among other. I would recommend it. BUT - as everywhere in San Blas, do not expect anything fancy or comfortable - water/shower work only on demand - electricity in your room only from 6pm till aprx 7am - commute with the mainland through water taxis. And it was a bit tricky. For example, the only times i could leave the isalnd were 10am and 3pm. Just 2 options. All depends on passing boats with excursions. - the gabanas are constructed in a way that sea breeze goes through it. It was very windy inside the gabanna. And cold to sleep at night. So be prepared. - do not expect much communication with the property. the internet connection is limited on the island. They communciated through whatsapp. And my experience - they didn't reply:) But overall I liked that trip a lot. The guys who serve this property are very rural and authentic. It defintely a cultural experience. Another thing to consider: these guys are reliable. Other property (from anotehr island) that i had booked earlier, cancelled the reservation, when I was already on the islands. SO I DO RECOMMEND THIS PROPERTY. BUT OVERALL PLEASE BE BETTER PREPARED FOR SAN BLAS EXPERIENCE.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
The island itself is beautiful. The day before our trip we were told they oversold our room and needed to move us. The main problem with that was that they moved us to a room without a bathroom (we had rented one with a bathroom). They originally wanted us to pay more because it was more expensive I guess, but they changed to moving us without paying more. I know things like this can happen, however the lady next to us had the same thing happen to her. The rooms are very basic, which was expected. There was electricity from 6pm-6am. The main bummer with our new room was that there was no ladder to the water, which was fine to get in but we could not get out without swimming around to the bathrooms. The food was good for what we were offered. It was fried chicken and whole fish for lunch and then for dinner was the same plus octopus. If you go I suggest you take snacks and drinks (you can buy beer for $2-3). They also do not provide towels but we never needed one because the weather was amazing and the showers were...really cold. Overall it was a very beautiful place with very nice people but you need to be mentally prepared for a "camping" like experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Amenities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024