El Jaguar

Bastimentos beachfront hostal with bar/lounge

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November 2025

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December 2025

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

Overlooking the waterfront, El Jaguar offers a tranquil retreat with stunning views. Relax in the garden or unwind on the beachfront location and take advantage of kayaking activities. The bar is perfect for sunset cocktails while connecting to WiFi.

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

Housekeeping once per stay
On the beach
Bar/lounge
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Kayaking

Feel at home (4)

Garden
Terrace
Housekeeping - once per stay
Free toiletries

$22 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Tomorrow

Nov 7 - Nov 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Ceiling fan

Shared/communal kitchen

108 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

161 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

161 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

161 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

161 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Shared/communal kitchen

190 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Shared/communal kitchen

170 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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Air conditioning
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Non-smoking

$50 nightly

Nov 7 - Nov 8

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

Sector Central, calle 100mts del parque, Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro

What's nearby

Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
Tortuga Beach - 55 min drive - 8.4 km
Paunch Beach - 61 min drive - 11.2 km
Red Frog Beach - 65 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tequila Republic - ‬1 min drive
‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬1 min drive
Restaurante Lysette Place
Cosmic Crab
‪Amaranto - ‬1 min drive

About this property

El Jaguar

El Jaguar is a great choice for a stay in Bastimentos. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite kayaking. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 12 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges 10 percent for credit card payments
- The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
- If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No onsite parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

Bar/lounge

What to do

On the beach
Kayaking
Snorkeling nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage

Facilities

Built in 2001
Garden
Terrace

Room amenities

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Shared kitchen access

More

Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 10 percent

Policies

There is no hot water on site.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

El Jaguar Hostel Isla Bastimentos

El Jaguar Hostel

El Jaguar Isla Bastimentos

El Jaguar Hostal Isla Bastimentos

El Jaguar Hostal

El Jaguar Bastimentos

El Jaguar Hostal Bastimentos

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at El Jaguar?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at El Jaguar?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at El Jaguar.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Jaguar?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at El Jaguar and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. El Jaguar also has a garden.

What's the area around El Jaguar like?

El Jaguar is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and 2 minutes' walk from Hospital Point.

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El Jaguar Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 24, 2025

Séjour très cool.

Bon rapport qualité prix. Très bien situé. Cuisine fonctionnelle. Grande Terrasse commune sur l'eau très sympa. Water taxi sur place avec possibilité d'excursions et connexion directe depuis Bocas. En résumé un excellent choix.

Didier, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 27, 2024

Muy buena experiencia en el alojamiento y con todo el personal. Lo recomendaría totalmente.

Ibai, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 19, 2024

N/A

Erin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 23, 2024

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Eberhard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 30, 2024

Tranquila el propietario muy amable y servicial

Sheily, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 10, 2024

Buena habitación mediana con AC y baño. La cocina está okay. Zona común es grande y con un bar. Hay bastante ruido alrededor del hostal con música y gente trabajando en muelles con lo que puede dificultar el sueño.

Oriol, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 9, 2024

Une bonne adresse

Localisation parfaite dans le village de Old Bank. Hôtel sur pilotis à l'ambiance très cool et sereine, comme un air de paradis! Le personnel et le capitaine Andrew sont adorables et proposent de bonnes excursions. Dommage, cette ile pourrait être parfaite si elle n'était pas si sale :-(

Emilie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 11, 2024

Lieu enchanteur

Séjour de 4 nuits fantastiques. Chambre très simple mais lieu magique face a la mer. Literie correcte . Personnel sympathique. Des excursions sont proposées. Bien situé dans old bank. Point negatif …. Eau froide pour la douche

martine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 12, 2020

Top. Cadre super et bonne ambiance.

Julien, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 26, 2020

Tolle Unterkunft mit kleinen Mängeln

Das Hostel ist toll gelegen. Direkt über dem Wasser. Wir hatten das de Luxe_Zimmer, mit dem wir zufrieden waren. Die Gemeinschaftsküche ist super durchdacht, die Ausstattung lässt allerdings zu wünschen übrig bzw. könnte teilweise erneuert werden. Andere Strände bzw. Orte auf der Insel sind teilweise nur mit dem Boot erreichbar.

GisA, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 12, 2020

La ubicación era muy buena, la cocina estaba bien equipada y el personal amable. Podrían limpiar un poco la entrada trasera que daba mucha pena y muy mala imagen.

2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dec 27, 2019

Avoid

Just appalling and very very overpriced

Simone, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dec 25, 2019

Hotel de ilha, boa relação preço qualidade. Oferece serviço de cozinha partilhada.

Nuno, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 27, 2019

Great hostel with a lovely view. WATCH OUT: There is a ticket shop 250m

Marcel, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 21, 2019

Nice stadd, good service. Went on boat and snorkeling tour around the islands, very nice.

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 30, 2019

Super chill

Really great vibe and very chill. Can't beat $1.50 beers and $1 happy hour special. Beers are on the "honor system" because as three part says when you arrive, "you are family now."

Matthew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 11, 2019

Loved the staff and convenient to colon. Simple and clean.

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 14, 2019

Clean hostel at a low price.

Low price, clean hostel and the staff was nice, kind and service minded.

Oscar, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 21, 2019

Clean, comfortable and friendly

Friendly place, great service, comfortable room. Would stay here again.

David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 12, 2019

Une bonne adresse

L hôtel est simple , bien situé au centre du village mais il est bruyant à cause du fait d être proche de l embarcadère et des va ret vient incessants des bateaux à moteur . La structure bois simple peut difficilement être efficace aussi contre les clients bruyants ( enfants qui courrent , personne qui parle fort ). Sinon , la literie est bonne . Le cadre , et l'environnement sont très jolies, le personnel est sympathique , l accès à la cuisine un vrai plus . Une bonne adresse.

myriam, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 15, 2018

Good for a quick stay

OK for the one night I needed. Owner was very helpful and friendly. Nice deck with plenty of hammocks. Conveniently located next to the water taxi station for access to the other islands. Soap in room but no towel ,but provided upon request.

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 18, 2018

Justo lo que te esperas

Por ese precio, lo que cabe esperar... es justo lo que piden por lo que ofrecen. El servicio muy amable. Eatuvimos muy satisfechos, por ese precio no podemos pedir mas

elisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 25, 2018

Sehr gute Unterkunft direkt auf dem Meer

Wir übernachteten im private Room A/C mit eigenem Bad. Es war hier alles super und die zu unserer Reisezeit deutschen Angestellten waren sehr nett und jederzeit hilfsbereit. Das Hostel ist auf Stelzen ins Meer gebaut sodass in allen Zimmern das meeresrauschen zu hören. Es gibt nur kaltes Wasser in der Dusche was aber in Bocas del Toro ganz normal zu sein scheint. man braucht aber wegen des heißen Wetters auch kein warmes Wasser. alles in allem passt hier alles und die Unterkunft ist sehr zu empfehlen.

Adrian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 6, 2018

Hostal tranquilo, sencillo y con bonita vista

Sencillo, fácil de llegar tanto de ida como al resto de islas y lugares, tranquilo, buena ubicación y el personal fue súper amable en dar información.