About this property

This bed and breakfast on Bluff Beach features a beach front 65-foot-long lap pool. Complimentary items such as WiFi, bicycles & snorkels are provided. (UV Filtered drinking water) Property is located 6 mi from the center of Isla Colon. Bluff Beach Retreat offers natural tropical suites, with luxurious private bathrooms, adjoining seating and hammock areas. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The property has a yoga & exercise facility. As well as a massage studio. All units feature a fully equipped kitchen and a private dining area, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. They can offer a breakfast served to the porch area of your home at an additional charge. Staff from the Bluff Beach Retreat will meet you at the airport or water taxi and help you shop any supplies needed. During your stay, they will also help to arrange any sort of daytrip or excursion, such as a catamaran trip, snorkeling and surfing lessons. The property offers its own horses and guided horseback riding tours daily.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
or
3 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
3 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
3 twin beds
Bedroom 4
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
Bedroom 4
2 twin beds
Bedroom 5
2 twin beds
Bedroom 6
1 full bed
Bedroom 7
2 twin beds
Bedroom 8
3 twin beds
Bedroom 9
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location, amazing staff and beautiful house and food!
  • Marcelo
    Uruguay Uruguay
    Nature, people willing to help. Rooms spacious, good breakfast , great pool Great recommendations for day activities like boat trip and surf lessons Thanks to Ron , augusto wife and kid
  • Nathalia
    United States United States
    Beautiful property. Staff were warm and accommodating, treated us like family. Rooms are simple but clean. No A/C but didn’t need it surprisingly! Lulled to sleep with sounds of birds, monkeys and waves crashing 20 feet away.
  • Thijs
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Albeit a small challenge to locate (no sign at the gate) Amazing location, extraordinary beach just meter from the property. The hosts are very welcoming and serve the best breakfast we have had in 3 weeks of travelling Panama. Unfortunately...
  • Weweler
    Germany Germany
    We had an amazing family holiday at Bluff Beach Retreat! Augusto and Anita and all staff are doing an excellent job to care for their guests. We felt very welcome, received many helpful recommendations and enjoyed the extremely delicious...
  • Thomas
    Germany Germany
    Situated in a lush garden with a long pool. Very relaxed, nicely made and furnished. Plenty of space to hang out. Beach right in front of the property, you just need to cross the road (which is a euphemism as it is a dirt track full of potholes...
  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location right on the long quiet beautiful beach & far enough away from the madding crowds. With plenty of things to do & all the lovely restaurants nearby this was a perfect place for us to stay and unwind after a stay in the city. Would...
  • Meike
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The Retreat is an amazing place on Isla Colon, if you prefer to stay out of town, enjoying the beauty of Bluff Beach. Our room was beautiful. The gardens are amazing, we have been spotting sloths, monkeys, lots of different species of hummingbird,...
  • Fraenzi
    Germany Germany
    The Bluff Beach Retreat is an absolute paradise. We felt comfortable from the first minute. The beach, the jungle, the nature is breathtaking. Added to this is the warmth and helpfulness of the hosts. We will miss the breakfast, the beautiful...
  • Victor
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Everything is fantastic! What a great resort! Maybe a bit more expensive but every penny worth it!

Managed by Ron & Christine Dennis

Company review score: 9.7Based on 60 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Christine & I have lived in Toronto all of our lives. After many years of running busy restaurants, we decided it was time for a change.

Property info

We fell in love with Bluff Beach & Bocas del Toro at first sight. Bocas' unique Caribbean flavour, its' warm & friendly people and stunning Bluff Beach were irresistible.

Neighborhood info

The tranquility of our beautiful property and the daily adventures of Bocas del Toro are a wonderful tonic for our guests.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

House rules

Bluff Beach Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
$45 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Bluff Beach Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.