The Sea Monkey

Hotels
Independent
8.4 (19 reviews)
East End Calle Principal, Bastimento, Isla Bastimentos, Bastimentos , Bastimentos , PA

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Snorkeling nearby
Free breakfast
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
Free full breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Helpful staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Noise pollution

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Minor slip-ups mentioned that could have been avoided.
Service
8.81
Staff were quick in responding to requests and super helpful.
Location
8.85
Breathtaking views and accessible little town; great for activities.
Room Quality
8.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.23
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.19
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.84
Breakfast is TOP, especially the banana pancakes.
Overall Experience
8.21
An idyllic stay with magnificent views.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-27 04:01

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in one of our 5 uniquely decorated guestrooms, each offering a pillowtop bed with Egyptian cotton sheets, private balconies or patios, and rainfall showerheads in the bathrooms. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access.

Delectable Dining Options
Savor a delightful meal at our on-site restaurant or unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge. Start your day right with a complimentary full breakfast served daily, ensuring a satisfying stay.

Perfect Beach Location
Conveniently located on Bastimentos Island, The Sea Monkey offers direct access to stunning beaches like Tortuga Beach and Red Frog Beach. Explore nearby attractions and make the most of your beach getaway. Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Sea Monkey.

Important information:

  • Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOC

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Children and extra beds

    Children not allowed

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 19 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 8.81
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 8.84
Overall Experience: 8.21
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Mickael
8
Pros:

An idyllic stay, but with a few minor slip-ups that could have been avoided.
Without that, I highly recommend it, the view is magnificent, but beware of noise pollution.
The breakfast is TOP, especially the banana pancakes.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Relaxing stay
Pros:

I had a really relaxing stay at the Sea Monkey. I was in awe of the breathtaking views, and spent much of my time relaxing on the outdoor hammock enjoying the weather and location. The staff were quick in responding to requests via whats app and were super helpful! I enjoyed the little town that was accessible by foot and appreciated that this was also just a 5-10 minute boat ride to other activities. I so cannot wait until I get to come back again!

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler partner
8
Pros:

area around Sea Monkey doesn't protect the environment forom human's biological degradation of the environment.

2025-02-17 via Nuitee
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Clifton
10
Open Ocean View
Pros:

The greatest aspect of the place was the fact that your bedroom opens up to the sea and you can wake up with a gorgeous view. Stacey was very helpful and accommodating in many ways. The hike to Wizard Beach was rewarding.

2024-10-15 via Nuitee
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Adelina
4
Pros:

Es muy básica ! Tardaron en responder. Desayuno muy básico. Muy pero muy caro para lo que ofrecen. Los alrededores muy feos

2024-09-01 via Nuitee
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Heiner partner
10
Pros:

Todo excelente

2024-07-20 via Nuitee
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Brianna partner
10
Pros:

The over water property is on the edge of the Old Bank. It’s easy to walk around and also to catch a water taxi from the dock. The room was well-appointed and bed was comfortable. Water pressure was weak, but not something that was a deal-breaker. The view of the water is amazing, and you feel very secluded. The staff were excellent and helpful. There is some noise from the wildlife and dogs nearby, which is unavoidable.

2024-07-08 via Nuitee
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rhonda family
10
Pros:

We loved Isla Bastimentos, the people, and the property but there is quite a bit of litter on the island and the water is not clean enough around the villa to swim in. It seemed that a lot of grey water and dirt went into to the water as it smelled.

2024-02-28 via Nuitee
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Claudia partner
10
Pros:

The over the water rooms provide amazing views. There is no AC but the doors open the full length of wall to a patio and provide enough breeze along with a windows and a fan. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We loved our stay and would come back.

2024-02-18 via Nuitee
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emmanuelle
10
Room with a view
Pros:

The room was right on the ocean
Gorgeous view

2024-02-12 via Nuitee
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Ina partner
8
Pros:

Wer hier Flitterwochen plant, sollte die eigenen Ansprüche überdenken. Es handelt sich hier, um eine Holzhütte auf dem Wasser...nicht mehr...nicht weniger. Es pfeift der Wind durch...es gibt Tiere wie Kakerlaken. Und ja hier treibt im Wasser hin und wieder Müll. Selbstreflexion ist ein guter Zeitpunkt. Der "gehört" doch mittlerweile in unsere Welt. Die Strände sind traumhaft...Old Banks, der Standort der Hütte, scheint nicht komplett vom Tourismus zu profitieren, so erhält man den Eindruck ins authentische "locallife" eintauchen zu dürfen. Allerdings auch mit allen Konsequenzen...Musik soweit das Gehör reicht...Baustellen...Hundegebell...Müllverbrennung (und leider gehört auch da viel Plastik zu)...die Menschen, sind alle sehr nett...sehr bemüht...und die Restaurants sind großartig. Westliche Konsumwerte sollten nicht als Maßstab mitgenommen werden...Bei tollem Wetter, gibt es wohl wenige Plätze, die das toppen können...

2024-01-13 via Nuitee
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CHIARNA partner
4
Pros:

The view is amazing and the property has potential however there is trash everywhere and often floating in the water. We were disappointed that the hammock was ripped so we could not use it. We let them know but no effort was made. There were multiple water bugs! In the middle of the night I woke up to a water bug on me in the bed sleeping. The music from the town is pumping all night. We ended up paying to visit another beach during the day which was great but requires a water taxi and beach entrance fees. Not a place to get away to relax. The price is not worth it, the quality is about the same as a hostel.

2024-01-06 via Nuitee
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Marina partner
10
Pros:

The Sea Monkey is an experience you will never forget. The view is unbeatable and the rustic feel makes this overwater bungalow such a great experience. Lin let us check in super early, gave us a quick tour and was very helpful by WhatsApp. She helped set up a tour, and organized breakfast every morning right to our door. She also helped us reserve a tour at the coffee farm even though we were checking out. They are in the process of building more bungalows - we are excited to see these when they are done! One little thing to note for other tourists is that there is no AC, but there is a huge fan right above the bed and we found it warm but comfortable in the unit.

2023-10-04 via Nuitee
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Eric family_with_children
6
Pros:

The pictures are misleading. The cabin itself is fine. However, the water is not that clear. Not even close. The area around it is filthy with trash so you don’t want to go in the water. This is a place for a backpacker looking for a deal. They could also use an extra fan. If you are there on the weekend the town is extremely loud. The staff was great but we would not go back due to the area.

2023-08-28 via Nuitee
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Pascal partner
6
Pros:

Ma femme n’a pas pu dormir car trop de bruit la musique jusqu’à 8h du matin c’est un scandale

2023-05-29 via Nuitee
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Emmet friends
10
Pros:

Great location and service. Views from the porch are spectacular.

2023-05-23 via Nuitee
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roberto
10
Paraiso
Pros:

Lugar maravilloso, todo muy sencillo y cerca de la naturaleza, del mar, gran experiencia. No esperen la estructura de hotel, disfruten la tranquilidad y belleza

2023-02-23 via Nuitee
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Daniel partner
8
Pros:

Loved the open air room, mini refrigerator & complete over water views. Breakfast was great. Lynn and her sisters were great. Could use some basic items like glasses, and island food, drink, & activities suggestions/literature. Was great to have a water taxi pick you up at your own dock.

2022-01-15 via Nuitee
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Dorthe
8
zy
Pros:

Bungalow is lovely, room was a disappointment

2020-03-20 via Nuitee