Dolphin Bay Hideaway

2.5 star property
Beach location and outdoor pool

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Beach nearby, beach shuttle, beach towels, beach massages
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Dolphin Bay Hideaway offers a seaside experience with a poolside bar and family restaurant overlooking the ocean. Guests enjoy the garden setting, gym access, and sun loungers by the outdoor pool. The beach location is perfect for activities like kayaking and yoga classes.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
San Cristobal Island, Tierra Oscura, Bocas del Toro, 20001

Restaurants

  • The Blue Coconut
  • El Clandestino
  • bocas del Toro Panama
  • Bahia De Mina
  • The Elephant House

About this property

Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Bed & breakfast by the ocean
Consider a stay at Dolphin Bay Hideaway and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. With beach massages, a beach shuttle, and rowing, this bed & breakfast is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site local and international cuisine family restaurant, Dolphin Bay Hideaway, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking, beach yoga, and motor boating. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and a vegetable garden
  • Beach towels, concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and composting
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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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) from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Snorkeling

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2008
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat 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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 1 2025 to December 15 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40.00 per room (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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
This property uses solar energy
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Dolphin Bay Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 40.00 (subject to availability).

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 2:00 PM–6:00 PM at scheduled times. A fee of USD 40.00 per room applies.

Where is Dolphin Bay Hideaway located?

Situated near the beach in Tierra Oscura, this bed & breakfast is in the same region as Bocas Marina, Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal, and Hospital Point. Regional attractions also include Bolivar Park and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea.

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