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Dolphin Bay Hideaway

2.5 star property
Enjoy the beach shuttle at this beach Tierra Oscura B&B

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Exterior
Beach nearby, beach shuttle, beach towels, beach massages
Front of property
Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Children's theme room
Kayaking
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • GymGymGym

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Map
San Cristobal Island, Tierra Oscura, Bocas del Toro, 20001
  • Popular LocationStarfish Beach46 min drive
  • Popular LocationTortuga Beach46 min drive
  • Popular LocationRed Frog Beach47 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 250 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Front of property
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4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (57)
The price is $84
per night
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
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About the neighborhood

Bocatorito

Oceanside stay.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Playa Larga and 16 miles (25 km) of Bluff Beach. Tortuga Beach and Paunch Beach are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Starfish Beach - 46 min drive
  • Tortuga Beach - 46 min drive
  • Paunch Beach - 46 min drive
  • Wizard Beach - 46 min drive
  • Red Frog Beach - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Elephant House
  • The Coral Cafe
  • The Blue Coconut
  • bocas del Toro Panama
  • Sin Nombre Dolfin Bahia

About this property

Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Enjoy the beach shuttle at this beach Tierra Oscura B&B
For a convenient ride to the sand and surf, hop on the bed & breakfast's beach shuttle (surcharge). Summer fun is a breeze at Dolphin Bay Hideaway with activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and motor boating.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach bed & breakfast also offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden. A complete renovation of Dolphin Bay Hideaway was completed in April 2016.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tierra Oscura bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Dolphin Bay Hideaway offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Tierra Oscura bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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 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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dolphin Bay Hideaway

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

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

  • 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. This property uses solar energy.

We should mention

  • Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY B&B Bocatorito
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Bed & breakfast DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY Tierra Oscura
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DOLPHIN BAY HIDEAWAY B&B
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Bay Hideaway to the airport?

Dolphin Bay Hideaway is 15.1 mi (46-min drive) away from the Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have an airport shuttle?

Dolphin Bay Hideaway offers an airport shuttle from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 40.00. per room, one-way.

How close is Dolphin Bay Hideaway to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (1-min drive) from Playa Larga and 15.1 mi (46-min drive) from Bluff Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dolphin Bay Hideaway, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 13 per person.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Bay Hideaway?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have a pool?

Dolphin Bay Hideaway features an outdoor pool.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have a restaurant?

Dolphin Bay Hideaway is home to Dolphin Bay Hideaway, which features local and international cuisine, ocean views, and happy hour.

Does Dolphin Bay Hideaway have a spa?

This bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Dolphin Bay Hideaway to downtown Tierra Oscura?

Dolphin Bay Hideaway is 0.7 mi away from Bocatorito.

Dolphin Bay Hideaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just perfect!
Brian and Amy truly made us feel as if we were family returning for a visit, rather than first-time guests. They did everything possible to make sure our stay was what we hoped it would be. Highly recommend doing a nature walk with Brian. The meals were excellent and we had a great time with the other guests around the table. A very relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

stanton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amy and Brian are great hosts! Beautifully nestled in a jungle setting on a calm bay. Brian gave us a personal tour of the property and showed us the good work he is doing to maintain and rehab the jungle’s flora and fauna! Had a great snorkel experience. Very peaceful and relaxing! Food was great! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Place!
It was a excellent stay ! The food was tasty and very good! Brian and Amy Thanks for everything to make a very good holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely the high point of our trip to Panama. Brian and Amy are the best and their hospitality knows no bounds. They made us feel welcome immediately, as did all the other guests. The grounds are beautiful and our room was incredibly comfortable. We loved eating with the other guests and the food was just incredible. We'd love to go back to Panama and if we do we will definitely be returning to Dolphin Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard to leave and will be back!
What a little treasure! We absolutely loved our hosts Amy and Brian and the beautiful eco resort they have created in remote Dolphin Bay. Our room was very comfortable. The food was great- no choice and family-style but consistently yummy. We were lucky and had a wonderful group we shared meals and snorkelling adventures and kayaking with. Brian took us to secret spots snorkelling and on nature hikes - we had dolphins come up to say hi, sloths, rare frogs, fish, coral, turtles. It was very hard to say goodbye.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you are looking for a Zen experience, then Dolphin Bay is your place. The amazing wildlife, fantastic tours, gourmet food, are all part of the dolphin bay experience. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Excellent place, beautiful surroundings. And Brian made anything we wanted to happen happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a gem of a place and people! A little hidden corner of paradise. Didn’t know what to expect when we decided to end our panama trip on isla Cristóbal for a 3 night stay at dolphin bay. We like all types of travel; we did the rooftop bars in Panama City, the hikes and coffee tour in boquete, the beach and exploring time in Isla Colón and party time in Bocas Town, but this ending was the cherry on top and a real raw and amazing way to experience just a beautiful place in panama! I’ve never experienced something so personal... the food was amazing (tuna steak, shrimp pineapple rice, curry chicken!) , the service was amazing (Brian and Amy are the best, always planning and making sure everything is good, took us to great snorkle spots, gave us an educational tour in the jungle,..) The place was a perfect mix of comfortable and beautiful, still feeling jungly and submerged into the panama jungle and ocean surroundings. And just the bay, watching the dolphins morning afternoon, evening... it’s magical ! For me who is in love with dolphins, I can’t believe a place like this exists and everyone in the world who travels is not making a stop here !!! This is a perfect place to relax, rejuvinate and explore a hidden paradise within panama! Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Real treat with a touch of Paradise
Brian and Amy are gracious hosts who are naturals at ensuring that a guest feels special. Their property is tucked away on an island off from Bocas and from the moment another guest and I were picked up on their boat the vacation began. As soon as you head to the lodge from their dock there is something to see everywhere. From flowers to palms, to water lilies in their two ponds, to their permanent lodger, Dutch - the red frog - who took up residence on one of their fences, to the hummingbirds, and so much more. Brian provided a brief walk-about of the property exuding pride of ownership - well deserved! The lodge is located in such a way that the views of the bay from the restaurant are magnificent. The lodge has special touches everywhere, appropriate to the theme of coastal holidays. Their breakfasts and dinners are first class and abundant. They also make lovely tropical cocktails! If you like sunrises, as I do, the dock offers a real Zen experience. And, if you are lucky, you will see an early fishermen cast his net from his boat silhouetted against the light. If you are looking for nature, tranquility, and recharging you have found the perfect place. You should also try out the restaurant next door. It's accessible by a short kayak paddle which is half the fun. A special mention goes to their wonderful staff. Thank you again and until the next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erica, Saskatoon, SK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A taste of paradise!
Our family of 4 recently stayed at Dolphin Bay Hideaway with Brian and Amy, and we had the most incredible time. The kids slept in the loft (right above our room) and firmly believed they had the best "digs" in the house! Everything was special about Dolphin Bay...the gorgeous reef within minutes from the hideaway, the stunning mangroves, majestic dolphins (and paddle boarding with them), the chocolate farm, "Spike" - the resident spectacled caiman crocodile, tacos, Hermione, 5 star meals, amazing conversations and company. Brian and Amy were absolutely incredible with our boys. Their thoughtfulness, kindness, and positivity made it a one of a kind experience for each and every one of us. We can't wait to go back next year!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018