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Cosmic Crab Resort

3.0 star property
Immerse yourself in sun-kissed bliss with oceanfront dining. Explore the waters by kayak or relax on the beach after an invigorating massage.

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Balcony view
Room amenity
Front of property
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Garden view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is P4,578
P5,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Gecko Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

Butterfly Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed - twin
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Coconut Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Seahorse Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Crab Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Highchair
  • 92 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Manatee Bungalow Over Water

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Living area

Starfish Family Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Dolphin Overwater Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Caracol, Over Water

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Toucan Family Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed - twin
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Lionfish Bungalow Overwater

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Mermaid Over Water

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Sea Turtle Over Water

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hummingbird Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carenero Island Trail, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro

What's nearby

  • Carenero Island - 1 min walk
  • Paunch Beach - 1 min walk
  • Tortuga Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk
  • Bocas Marina - 11 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪JJ’s at Bocas Blended - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Pirate Bar Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cosmic Crab Resort

Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
At Cosmic Crab Resort, you can look forward to a marina, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and snorkeling. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like rowing/canoeing, horseback riding, and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and an art gallery on site.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with a waterslide, sun loungers, and a swim-up bar
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), wedding services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Cosmic Crab Resort have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Hebrew, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 12 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cosmic Crab Cafe

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Cosmic Crab Resort Carenero Island
Cosmic Crab Carenero Island
Cosmic Crab Resort Carenero
Cosmic Crab Resort Hotel
Cosmic Crab Resort Bocas del Toro
Cosmic Crab Resort Hotel Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

Does Cosmic Crab Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosmic Crab Resort?

As of Feb 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosmic Crab Resort on Feb 24, 2025 start from P 4,577.66, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cosmic Crab Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Cosmic Crab Resort?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Cosmic Crab Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cosmic Crab Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cosmic Crab Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bocas del Toro hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Carenero Island and Bolivar Park. Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea are also within 10 minutes.

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Cosmic Crab Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 92 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jory

quiet place a couple minutes and $1 water taxi to and from town. Great owners and staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Had a great stay at the Cosmic Crab. Dining options were great on premises and the property was clean and beautiful. Hope we can join you again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

This place was the best spot on the island in my opinion. Our dogs loved it and the staff were really great. Felt safe and welcome. Great location on the island with easy access to taxis whenever needed. Highly recommend if staying on canenero island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Just a quick boat ride from Bocas Del Toro to a super cute small waterfront resort with pool bar and restaurant ! Staff was very helpful with tours and directions to give the water taxis for what piers and so on
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

We stayed here for 2 nights and the hosts were great. The rooms were great as well. I only wish the bar was open later and on Wednesdays seems like they do not open at all. For a hotel I would think guests want to have drinks by the pool while they are on the property. You can jump right off the docks into the clear water and see all types of fish. If they ever change the restaurant/bar times I will go back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Is a beach property. Nice, the owners receive you and make you fell like home. The workers of the restaurant need to have a better treatment to the locals. But in general nice please to go with the family or couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

JASON

Great stay overall
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Like that the property is on the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

The staff was great! Had a great time there. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

A Very Crabby Stay
Only stayed 2 days as we were ending our 6 weeks in Panama
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Samirah

Great Owners & Staff. Welcoming and inviting. Property is super cute. Swimming pool with swim up bar. Bungalows over the water and on land. AC doesn't cool well and it stays humid in the room area. Other then that great place to come for food, music and swimming with friends or family. The Caribbean water is clear. You can walk the docks and see starfish, stingrays, fish and even nurse sharks. Water Taxi costs $2/pp from Bocas Town each way. The owners beautiful art work is for sale on site. Come & visit or stay for awhile. Stop at the market prior to coming to the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Inexpensive for what you get. I stayed in a private over the water cabin with my own private bathroom. Conveniently close to Bocas Town. Host was friendly, patient, and very helpful. Has its own restaurant and bar, so really no need to go anywhere else. I would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Beautiful as always ..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy

Great quiet location. Easily accessable to water taxis to go to any islands. The food and Bloody Marys at Cosmic Crab are so great. We stayed 2 weeks and ate multiple meals here and neither of us had a bad meal. You can't go wrong here with location, food and cocktails.

10/10 Excellent

Oggun

I had a great stay at the cosmic crab, 5/5, Great location and great views of the surroundings. Staff was friendly and took time to explain all the services and hotel guidelines. Anyone who wants to have agreat time in Bocas should consider CC

8/10 Good

Allison

It was wonderful. We just had some issues with the air conditioner, should be changed. Other than that, we had a very good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Staff treatment
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Larry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Zero beach and/or swimming area. Garbage in the water. Cute bungalow over the water
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Philippe

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced, rooms are old, no breakfast, owner can’t be bored to open the restaurant, so you need to take a taxi boat into town, or walk through the poor and dirty neighbourhood, definitely a no go at night

4/10 Poor

Diana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed three days and the room was not cleaned once. We also dined in the restaurant and would not recommend the lobster. The accommodations themselves were very unique and quaint however seasoned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend the cosmic crab. There were 3 of us staying for 4 nights in the hummingbird cabin and we could not wait to leave. The property has potential but has been neglected. The cabins smell like raw sewage inside and out. The water pressure was very low. I have been living in Panama for years now and am very accustomed to rustic accommodations but this place is just poorly managed, and poorly maintained. The restaurant closes at 7:30 and was barely open during our entire stay. Whenever we needed anything it always felt like we were inconveniencing the staff and like our being there was such a burden. We never asked for housekeeping but when we did ask for towels the owner scolded us for not asking “in advance”. The owner also was very rude and passive aggressive whenever we needed anything. There was no coffee the morning after we checked in and it was like we were asking for a million dollars just to get coffee that was supposed to be free every day. when we asked if we could get lunch on our last day, the owner literally told us “that’s not going to happen”. Complete lack of hospitality especially from Joan, the owner. She tries to make you feel welcomed but the moment you need something you feel like a burden. This place has potential but the management is terrible. Just stay somewhere else far away from the krusty crab.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaman

We loved this hotel. The staff are amazing and the location is great; only a 1 minute boat ride from Isla Colon which takes you directly to the hotel. The room was very spacious with comfortable beds and a small fridge. A half hour stroll through the friendly neighbourhood and you on the other side of the island. The only thing worth a mention was the air conditioner was a bit noisy but we found the nights were cool enough without it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Béla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The website (expedia) photo are very diffrent. Room has a bad odor, noisy ac, and sadly a very poor neighborhood with houses with poverty on a garbage field. All the dirt are floating on the sea. I wish i could read the other comments. Expedia helpdesk didnt help me at all. This is my last trip with expedia, asap its over i will cancell my account!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

The place itself is beautiful and the owner is nice. I enjoyed the view, ac, the comfortable beds and room (i personally find hammocks more comfortable than the wooden chairs they have but it’s a personal preference). The island is gorgeous but FULL of Sandflies which makes it impossible to be outside for more than five minutes. It made me literally SICK, im still coping with the aftermath.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Brianna

Would absolutely recommend Cosmic Crab for your stay in Bocas del Toro! Opening up our door in the morning directly to the ocean was amazing, and the breakfast each morning was sooo delicious. The owners are always available on property and are super helpful in booking tours, making local recommendations, and making sure your stay is comfortable. They even refunded guests who could not make the trip due to protests that ocuurred Panama during our stay, which is highly commendable and respectable. They truly have the safety and comfort of the guest in mind. Be aware that the rooms on the water are small, as they only have a bed next to the bathroom with no door (only a curtain) separating the two, and that the sand flies can be vicious at night, and that the restaurant is only open on Friday-Sunday, but it's too good of a price and location to pass up! It's only $1 and literally a one-minute boat ride to get to the main island, and all the boat tours pick you up right at the dock of the hotel. We had such an enjoyable stay and miss it already!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022