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Punta Rica

Isla Bastimentos, Panama
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Shawnee, Kansas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We stayed at the villa for 3 nights for an executive retreat in February and had the entire villa for our group. Richard and Elena took great care of us.The villa was exactly described on the website. We had breakfast at the villa every morning and the food was great. The rooms are spacious and each suite had their own... More

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New York
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22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

We had a lovely time at Punta Rica, and in the Bocas area in general. We were a family of 4, with two kids (a teen and a tween). We were the only family there, taking up 2 of the 4 room/suites for 5 nights. All of the wonderful things that other reviewers have said are true. The food prepared... More

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Prairie Village, Kansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

We couldn't have been happier with our stay at Punta Rica! Richard and Elena (Collette was in Montreal) helped us plan each day to our liking. No request was too difficult for them. They arranged our private water taxi driver who stayed with us all day and took us wherever we wanted to go. The trek up the hill was... More

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Camdenton, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

We highly recommend Punta Rica. The owner, Richard, has the necessary arrangements worked out for you in advance. He meets you at the airport in Bocas and has a cab lined up to transport you and your luggage the short distance to the boat dock, where he has a boat and driver ready to take you on a short ride... More

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Arkansas
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8 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

4 couples have traveled every Feb for 15+ yrs to a warm island. We consider Bastimentos to be our best so far. The first impression is an ahhhh moment, lush thick rainforest, brilliant tropical flowers, a peacefulness that immediately surrounds you as you enter the villa. Deep overhangs shelter you from sun or gentle showers, hammocks beckon. Its an eco... More

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Southern California
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10 hotel reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

Punta Rica is one of the best places we stayed in Panama! The views from the windows were stunning, especially with the beautifully decorated interior. The hosts, Richard and Collette, were very hospitable. Collette and her staff went out of their way to accommodate us and to prepare culinary meals. We felt like guests in a beautiful jungle palace. The... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

We were a large group of 12 people in three families. We rented the whole villa, one room for each adult couple (room being a private two story loft like space). and another fourth, for all of the kids together. We had a marvellous time.. We came from Chile and spent two weeks. Had an action packed, excursion-filled time. The... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2012

Our stay at Punta Rica was everything we wished for and more. My girlfriend and I stayed about 6 nights at the Villa, situated across the bay from Bastamiento's town and less than a 10 minute boat ride from Bocas town, so all of our day time excursions were very accessible. The property is situated on a hillside with lush... More

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Toulouse, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 August 2012

We spent three days at Punta Rica in our visit to the Bocas del Toro area of Panama. From the first moment our visit was relaxing and superb, with the business of our daily lives dissapearing instantly. The place is very beautiful with a tropical garden and big windows that overlook the forest and the sea. It is tastefully decorated... More

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new york
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2012

Our family of four - two adults and two teenagers - just returned from our four night stay at Punta Rica, and we can't stop talking about our superb visit! Colette and Richard are wonderful hosts - they have thought of every little detail to make your stay more enjoyable and comfortable. The villa is set in a picturesque jungle... More

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Address: Isla Bastimentos, Panama
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Region: Panama > Bocas del Toro Province > Isla Bastimentos
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
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Ranked #2 of 11 Speciality lodging in Isla Bastimentos
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
It is a nature lover’s dream, being a sanctuary for indigenous red, orange and gold-colored frogs. Many species of birds, such as parrots, hummingbirds and the gorgeous Montezuma Oropendola can be seen right from the open-air decks of the house. Howler and white-faced monkeys as well as sloths are also an occasional sight. There are two beautiful reefs within a short swimming distance of our private beach and dock and the most popular snorkeling spot in Bocas, Hospital Point, is just a few minutes away. Be at one with nature while enjoying many gorgeous beaches at close proximity. ... more   less 

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