Central Hotel Bocas del Toro

Hotels
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Independent
6 (1 reviews)
Isla Pastores, Bocas del Toro, Boca del toro , Bocas del Toro , PA
507-3090300

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Proposal/romance packages available
Boat on site
Boat and paddles on site
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Continental breakfast
Wheelchair accessible
Free breakfast
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Misleading location
Poor service response
Inconvenient for attractions

Categories

Cleanliness
4.71
The location was misleading and led to a stressful experience.
Service
7.18
The hotel's response to location inquiries was slow and unhelpful.
Location
3.72
Misleading information; the hotel is far from Bocas Town attractions.
Room Quality
6.67
Not mentioned but assumed to be standard quality for a hotel of this tier.
Amenities
6.7
Not mentioned but assumed to be standard quality for a hotel of this tier.
Value for Money
6.66
Not mentioned but assumed to be standard quality for a hotel of this tier.
Food and Beverage
6.71
Not mentioned but assumed to be standard quality for a hotel of this tier.
Overall Experience
5.68
Overall disappointing due to location and service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 13:14

Property Description

Experience the vibrant heart of Bocas del Toro at Central Hotel, your perfect getaway on the waterfront!

Recreational Oasis
Unwind in our refreshing outdoor pool, a tranquil space ideal for relaxation and fun in the sun.

Delicious Dining & Nightlife
Savor a delightful meal at our on-site restaurant, followed by a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, crafting memorable evenings just steps from your room.

Comfort and Connectivity
Each of our 7 cozy guestrooms features private balconies, Smart TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring your stay is as comfortable and connected as possible.

From a complimentary breakfast to effortless access to nearby attractions, we have everything you need. Don't miss out on a memorable stay—book your getaway at Central Hotel Bocas del Toro today!

Important information:

  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

6
Based on 1 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.71
Service: 7.18
Location: 3.72
Room Quality: 6.67
Amenities: 6.7
Value for Money: 6.66
Food and Beverage: 6.71
Overall Experience: 5.68
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Michael • family
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Pros:

Beware! This hotel is not in central Bocas Town, even though that is where the Expedia map and the "View in a map" function shows the hotel to be. The hotel is actually on Isla Pastores, which is at least a 30 min boat ride from Bocas Town. The hotel is not at all convenient for the main Bocas del Toro attractions, such as snorkeling, surfing, Starfish beach, Red Frog beach, Zapatilla Islands, etc.

The hotel appears to be trying to lure customers into thinking that it is centrally located. However, the location information provided by the Expedia page, such as:

Bolivar Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

is NOT accurate.

In addition, we had a bad experience with the owners of the hotel. Our original hotel cancelled 45 mins before our flight to Bocas del Toro due to storm damage, so we were scrambling to find an alternative and made this reservation in a hurry. We contacted Central Hotel Bocas del Toro within 15 minutes of making the reservation to clarify the location. It took a long time to get Central Hotel to admit that the hotel was not in Bocas town as shown on the map, and then they refused to cancel and refund the booking, despite the fact that we'd been misled by the location information and they had not lost any business, because we had only held the reservation for 15 mins.

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee