Oceanfront Bluff Beach Retreat - Spectacular 65 Ft Swimming Pool - Bocas del Toro

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Gym

Explore the area

Isla Colon, PA-1

Bluff Beach10 min walk
Paunch Beach1 min drive
Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal20 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Hibiscus

2 Twin Beds

La Playa Casita - Colibri

2 Twin Beds

La Playa Casita - Delfines

3 Twin Beds

La Playa Casita - Loros

2 Twin Beds

Las Palmas Casita

1 Queen Bed

Mariposa

3 Twin Beds

Olas Master

1 Queen Bed

Tortuga

1 Queen Bed

9 bathrooms

Hibiscus

Toilet · Shower only

La Playa Casita - Colibri

Toilet · Shower only

La Playa Casita - Delfines

Toilet · Shower only

La Playa Casita - Loros

Toilet · Shower only

Las Palmas Casita

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Mariposa

Toilet · Shower only

Olas Master

Toilet · Shower only

Tortuga

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Oceanfront Bluff Beach Retreat - Spectacular 65 Ft Swimming Pool

Imagine less than two hours after leaving Panama City you are sitting in the hot sun, on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world - sipping a Mojito! Only 5 miles, or 20 minutes from the islands’ airport- we offer the perfect getaway to those looking for a more private vacation. Airlines offer many flights a day to the island and we will be there to pick you up.
Imagine getting up in the morning to the sounds of the ocean, parrots nesting nearby and seeing monkeys enjoying their breakfast.
The 7 acre oceanfront property is located directly on Bluff Beach, with miles of secluded sandy beach. It is one of the few places in the world where giant Leather-Back Turtles nest! You can walk forever without seeing another person. Our property has many different varieties of trees – from limes, oranges, papaya, mangoes and bananas to beautiful palms. Wonderfully fragrant shrubs and flowers surround our homes.

Property manager

RONALD Dennis

Amenities

Free WiFi

Gym

Breakfast available

You can see where the name,
Vista Azul Lodge came from :)

Ocean view

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 10:00 AM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pool area only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

About the neighborhood

Bocas del Toro

Located in Bocas del Toro, this bed & breakfast is on the beach. Up in the Hill Organic Coffee Farm and Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bird Island and Paunch Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Isla Colon, PA-1

What's nearby

Bluff Beach - 10 min walk
Paunch Beach - 1 min drive
Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive
La Gruta Cave - 25 min drive
Tortuga Beach - 38 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Brother’s - 20 min drive
Café Del Mar - 20 min drive
Tequila Republic - 19 min drive
Doghouse Pizza - 19 min drive
Bibi's On The Beach - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Bluff Beach Retreat - Spectacular 65 Ft Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Bluff Beach Retreat - Spectacular 65 Ft Swimming Pool?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Bluff Beach Retreat - Spectacular 65 Ft Swimming Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Bluff Beach Retreat - Spectacular 65 Ft Swimming Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bocas del Toro bed & breakfast is just steps from Red Frog Beach and Wizard Beach. Bluff Beach and Paunch Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Oct 7, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of paradise

We had a great time with our group of 16 on and around the property. The staff is outstanding and set up all transportation and activities and were happy to share information about the local area. This was a really relaxing vacation. We could not have asked for more!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Jan 10, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful beachside retreat!

We rented the entire retreat for a family reunion for Xmas 2021. It is a beautiful property in an area of Isla Colon that is much less developed than I expected- pristine beach, beautiful jungle vegetation everywhere. We rented 4 golf carts to get to and from town which was a neat experience- golf carting on sandy roads- added to the mystique. We had family members ages 10 to 79 and everyone had a blast! The rooms were clean and really nice with open air feel- you could hear monkeys and birds. Saw lots of wildlife all over the property. You can hike up the coast from the property which is essentially a jungle walk. You can sometimes swim in the ocean if calm or just golf cart or bike to a nearby calmer beach. But just hanging out at the property/pool was really nice- wonderful atmosphere. The managers were very nice and available but not overbearing. The cook (we hired her as a chef for the week)- Nicole- was AMAZING. We have gone to Costa Rica 3 times as a family staying in villas but I preferred this experience because it felt more authentic and less touristy. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William W., New Milford, CT

Jun 23, 2016

Everything I hoped for!

I just got back from a fantastic Panama Vacation! The 4 day stay at Bluff Beach Resort could not have been any more enjoyable! My girlfriend and I stayed 2 nights in the secluded Las Palmas Casita and 2 nights in the main beach house Las Olas master bedroom. If you prefer to be a little isolated away from the main house, then Las Palmas is the way to go. There is no AC in any of the rooms but you really don’t need it with the nice ocean breezes and fans. The sounds of the jungle mixed with the waves crashing on the shore were just surreal. The property is gorgeous and fits so naturally in the surroundings. I especially love the how the paths were lit during the night. It gave such a magical walk through the tropical vegetation. A beautiful, quiet beach is just steps away from the front of the property. On the way back from the beach, I showered outside and took a dip it their fantastic pool then sipped cool drinks with fresh limes from their farm under the thatched umbrellas. We also took an afternoon ride on the horses that were available. The horses were beautiful and well behaved. The guide was very considerate of my girlfriend who had never ridden a horse. We stopped for a refreshing dip at a beautiful secluded spot on the far side of the island. On the way back our guide even pointed out a monkey in a tree that we would have never seen! The inn keepers, Steve and Karen, really made a huge impression on me. I have stayed at other B&B in the past but Steve and Karen stand out as the best! I felt more like family than a guest. They went above and beyond hospitality by picking us up at the airport, taking us shopping, arranging local tours and taxis, and offering rides when going into town. They were always willing to share their abundant knowledge of the area with stories that entertain as well as inform. Steve even got up in the middle of the night to help a stranded Taxi driver that was stuck in the sand on the only road on our side of the island. I was also very impressed with how respectful they spoke and interacted with the local workers, who did not speak English. You can tell how everyone loved their jobs by how clean and well maintained the property is. Needless to say, they are just wonderful people that will make sure you enjoy this beautiful place.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G., Connecticut

Jul 26, 2013

A memorable trip!

We chose the Bluff Beach Resort for a special, family vacation in celebration of my husband's and my 40th wedding anniversary. Our daughter, son, daughter-in-law and 18 month old grandson accompanied us. We absolutely loved our trip, and Bluff Beach. It was a fabulous get away, that left us filled with extraordinary memories. I had been looking for what, in the end, seemed like an impossibility... a house directly on the beach, but with a pool. Bluff Beach has it all. It is across a dirt road from a beautiful, deserted beach (where leatherback turtles were nesting while we were there!). And we took advantage of the gorgeous pool every evening... a great luxury! The property backs up to jungle, so monkeys greeted us every day in the trees surrounding... not to mention a million hummingbirds, parrots, lizards, etc. Accommodations were excellent, although power was occasionally an issue, as it's an "off the grid" resort. We stayed in the main building, and had free run of the very well equipped kitchen. The owner helped with all flight and driver connections, which made our arrival and departure so easy. He was away when we were there, but this was not a problem at all, as the caretakers (a couple from the US) could not have been more helpful with connections to people, charter boats (to the little islands, Dolphin Bay, etc... suggestions of places to cycle, restaurants, etc. A great bonus was that Laura (the wife) is an experienced, fabulous masseuse. We all took advantage, and it was great! On the way back, we had a layover in Panama City that allowed us just enough time to see the canal and go to the museum there. A must. Thanks for an amazing, memorable trip!!!! We'd love to return!!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Apr 30, 2011

Fantastic Beach Retreat!

We went to Bluff Beach Retreat in April 2010 (now getting around to writing the review) and I have to say it was a wonderful experience. From the flight into Bocas del Toro to the 4 wheel drive journey to BBR. It got better when we arrived at BBR. It's located on a beautiful tropical beach with no visible neighbors, the lodging is immaculate and Ron is the icing on the cake. He was extremely helpful planning our daily travels (snorkeling, cacao tour, sight seeing, etc.) and dinner at various B & B's at night. I had doubts about going to Panama but this place rocks. All question marks were erased! And, it was not too hot. There were nice ocean breezes at night and you can hear the pounding surf. If you are looking for a very nice place, great value, something off the beaten track, this is it. I HIGHLY recommend BBR.

About the host

Hosted by RONALD Dennis

Our goal at Bluff Beach Retreat is to exceed
your expectations and ensure that you have a wonderful holiday. The 7-acre property is located directly on
Bluff Beach, with miles of secluded sandy beach.

Our beautiful off-the-grid property, with the
magnificent Caribbean Ocean at your front door and lush jungle at the back, is
one of Panama's highest rated Bed & Breakfast resorts.We offer three homes, the oceanfront Beach House, a 5000 square foot home
with 4 bedrooms – 5 bathrooms & the oceanfront La Playa Casita, a 3500 square foot home with
3 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms & Las Palmas Casita, a 800 square foot home with 2
bedrooms – one bathroom. These three homes can accommodate up to 19 people.

In addition, we have constructed a large exercise
& Yoga facility, where we offer weekly classes. In a Massage studio, we
offer the services of a wonderful massage therapist.

The homes have been beautifully built with
rich native woods, high efficiency Hunter fans, fully screened louvered
windows, hotel quality mattresses, lots of hot water, fully equipped kitchens
and WiFi.
We can offer a great breakfast – served daily on the front porch of the Beach House or any of the Casitas, at an extra charge.There are four excellent restaurants within
a 5 to 10-minute walk from the property.

Our 65-foot lap pool is a fantastic
compliment to your holiday.
There is a lot to do. Enjoy walking miles of deep sandy beach, snorkeling,
surfing, horseback riding, tour our farm or use one of our bicycles. We have put together some videos on You Tube that
offer an excellent look at our homes:

The Beach House

https://youtu.be/0qU_AFVYii4

La Playa Casita

https://youtu.be/024mDVPh5ug

Las Palmas Casita

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u80efU2N8hE

The Yoga Studio

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuKwZwvzqMw

Why they chose this property

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What makes this property unique

Bluff Beach Retreat has a 160 acre farm within a short 10 minute walk. We have 14 horses and offer 3 hour guided tours that are available at $50 per person. In addition we have more than 100 sheep, different varieties of lime trees, pineapples, plantain and other exotic tropical fruits. We have more than 50 species of birds on the farm and we offer an interesting guided early morning tour that is available for $25 per person.

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