Ratings based on 13 Verified Reviews
4.6 Room cleanliness
4.6 Service & staff
4.6 Room comfort
4.7 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Amazing jungle home
Posted 5 Jul 2024 on HotelsINCREDIBLE AUTHENTIC JUNGLE EXPERIENCE BUT WITH ALL THE COMFORT!! I stayed for 2 nights at David’s place on my solo trip to bocas del toro and I can’t recommend it enough! The place was gorgeous on inside and the outside was just amazing, surrounded by jungle but 2 mins from the water too! Everything was clean, and the bed was SUPER comfortable!! David was extremely friendly and helpful with immediate responses when I had questions throughout my whole stay! I rented a ATV and David let me park it on site no problem. Perfect stay!
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Sep 2022
It’s was just what we were looking for. Not the hustle and bustle of city. It was up in the hill and we loved it!! If your going power goes out a lot on the island so bring flashlights! Overall great place! Car taxi can’t make the hill. So get a bus or truck taxi. Good times.
by A verified traveler
Posted 18 Apr 2022
If you would like a quiet place off the beaten path (as I did), this place is a nice option.
by A verified traveler
Comfortable and friendly host
Posted 28 Jan 2022 on HotelsDavid was a friendly host and the accommodations were very comfortable. I enjoyed the location within walking distance to a nice beach and a couple restaurants. The kitchenette and balcony with hammock were a real treat! The balcony was great for wildlife viewing, including a sloth. Please note it is on a hill so may not be easy for all to walk and if you get a taxi, a truck is best.
by A verified traveler
Posted 3 Apr 2021
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Charming room and deck, in a jungle setting, just overlooking a great surf break. Our hosts were very helpful and accommodating with setting up and recommending fun adventures. Be ready for big, healthy breakfasts with fresh juice, fruit bowls, pancakes, eggs and more. Lots of fuel for the day, which I needed due to my obsessive surf habit. Definitely rent a quad while you’re there, as taxis get expensive quick. We definitely had an amazing time. If you’re looking for a resort style hotel- this isn’t the place. But if you’re good with a rustic, cabin villa style bed and breakfast with a warm friendly vibe, it’s a no brainer. Oh and the Wi-Fi worked well too.
Comment from Hotel Management
4 Apr 2021 by David, Hotel Management
Thank you very much for your kind words. We enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you back one day!
by A verified traveler
Great place
Posted 22 Feb 2020 on HotelsGreat place to stay. David the owner takes care of everything. Excellent breakfast also!!
Comment from Hotel Management
12 Mar 2020 by David, Hotel Management
Thanks for the great review Anthony! It was great to have you stay with us and hope you have the opportunity to visit us again!
by A verified traveler
Amazing and unique wood cabin with great breakfast
Posted 2 Jan 2020 on HotelsUnique and amazing cabin on the trees in the jungle, also 3 minutes walk from the beach.
Great quiet location outside busy Bocas town.
David the owner is great and breakfast is delicious.
Comment from Hotel Management
3 Jan 2020 by David, Hotel Management
Thanks Alon, it was great having y’all here. Really enjoyed getting to know y’all. Have a wonderful New Year!!
by A verified traveler from Tampa
Posted 6 Nov 2019
Would most definitely recommend Surf Break at Paunch to anyone staying Bocas del Toro. Especially if you are not big into the the night life scene that is all over Bocas town or are just looking to get away from city life and want to be in nature
Comment from Hotel Management
23 Nov 2019 by David, Hotel Management
Hi Andres, We are very happy that you enjoyed your time here. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your comments!
by A verified traveler
Posted 5 Jan 2019
Comment from Hotel Management
7 Jan 2019 by Alli, Hotel Management
Thank you for your rating - we're very happy you enjoyed your stay!
by A verified traveler
Posted 27 Dec 2024
Ich mochte, dass es mitten im Dschungel war und trotzdem in Strandnähe. Es war sehr ruhig dort, bis auf die Affen und Vögel, aber diese erwartet man ja in solch einem Urlaub.
David, der Betreiber, ist ein sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Mensch und er machte den Aufenthalt zu einem Unvergessenen. Ich habe mich sehr gut erholt.
