Colon not only the largest, but most developed, in terms of infrastructure island, Bocas del Toro archipelago, which can be said about tourism. Not only the availability of the airport, and other social objects affects the popularity of the resort. There is a large selection of hotels, guest houses, villas and other real estate objects that are used by tourists to stay during rest. Moreover, there are quite budget options starting from ten dollars a day, why this island is visited not only by the secured tourists, but also a large number of young people. Although the size of the island is relatively not large, nonetheless there are certain places to pay for their attention when choosing a area of residence. And based on personal preferences. Now I will try to explain this in more detail.
The main infrastructure is located in the southern tip of the Colon, where the Bocas Town is located. Immediately there is a majority of hotels and other properties to accommodate tourists, but almost all of them are built on stilts, towering over water, and do not have the usual, for us, beaches.
Rest and swimming is carried out on terraces and pirs, which are often moored and boats playing the role of water taxi or for excursions in the sea. Adults may not seem like a problem, but the rest with children, especially small, some inconvenience is still there. And the hotels themselves here, mostly small, with a limited level of services and services. Nevertheless, this area has its advantages.
First of all, a large selection of real estate, and even the most budget options. The presence of a large number of cafes, restaurants and other personnel facilities. Decent selection of stores, both food and industrial furniture. The proximity of social objects (clinic, hospital, bank, and so on). As well as the availability of the airport in this area and berths, from which the Marine transport for the mainland and the neighboring Islands of the archipelago are sent. I will not recommend the cheapest accommodation options for this area, which are from fifteen dollars for two per day, with overnight in a tent or a small hut. For example, I will give one, more or less civilian hotel, which is called Bocas Paradise Hotel.,
Located, like many here, right on the water.
It is quite small, less than thirty rooms, but cozy and well-equipped (I mean normal furniture, air conditioning, cable TV, private bathroom, etc.).
Rooms have their own balconies on which you can relax, admiring the surrounding beauty. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and serves free. In addition, there is a photocopier and fax. You can eat on the spot, the restaurant works here. A buffet breakfast is served in the morning (breakfast is included in the price) and a bar with soft and alcoholic beverages. The rest of the time the restaurant offers a variety of dishes, both national and international cuisines.
A wide selection of freshly filtered seafood dishes.
Location Bocas Paradise Hotel. Very comfortable. It has a lot of restaurants and cafes, various shops and even the market on which articles of decorative and applied art are sold, made by the hands of local craftsmen. So the search for souvenirs does not have to spend time. Road to the airport Bocas Del Toro "ISLA Colón" International Airport , takes no more than five minutes away. It will take the same time to get to the nearest island of Cararero. As for its value, then weekly accommodation in the room for two, including breakfast, will cost six hundred and seven hundred dollars.
The staff is talking in English and Spanish.
For those who are going to rest with children or simply adores a sandy beach and a good hotel service, I recommend paying attention to Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort.
It is more accustomed to our idea of hotels and has about one hundred and twenty numbers, various categories and number of persons. It is located outside the Bocas Town, on the opposite shore of the Gulf, and you can get to the city or in transport (the road to the airport or city center will take no more than ten minutes).
The distance is small and the road passes along a small carriage, which connects the main part of the island with the one on which the Bocas Town is located. I will tell you a little about the hotel itself.
Rooms have several options, both in comfort and the number of living. Equipped with good furniture, air conditioning, refrigerator, cable TV, bathroom and balcony or terrace.
Free Wi-Fi Internet is available, there is a fax and xerox. On the territory there is a swimming pool and a rest and sun terrace. Works fitness center with a simulatory room.
Especially for children equipped a playground. The food is carried out at the hotel restaurant, offering local and international dishes. In addition to him, there is a bar and a snack bar, with light snacks and exotic cocktails. If desired, everything is ordered, both dishes and drinks can deliver directly to the room.
Who will need to hold a festive or public event, have the opportunity to take advantage of a banquet or conference room.
Fans of sport, except for the gym, can play table tennis or renting a kayak and make a rowing walk along the coast.
The hotel has a travel agency, where various excursions will be offered or other entertainment events, in order to diversify the rest.
Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort Located in the area Road to Bluff Beach . The hotel staff speaks English and Spanish. Double room, depending on the option, per week will cost, ranging from a thousand dollars.
There are some options on the northern part of the island, in the area of Boka Del Drago. Here is the most popular beach island beach - Playa de las Estrellas where the seaside is just sleeping with starfish.
But accommodation here, despite the small cost, only lovers of a relaxing and solitary rest will appeal. The choice of shops and restaurants here is meager, and the prices are much higher than in the Bocas Town. It is clear if there is nowhere to go, and it's not always convenient to go to the opposite part of the island and takes minutes forty. Who will be interested in this area, can pay attention to Cabañas Turisticas Estefany.,
The trifle number of which will cost in the area of the three hundred dollars, for weekly accommodation.
That's what I wanted to tell you. Choosing a district and hotel, read tourist reviews to know more about the place where you are going to stay. You can book your favorite option on one of the sites offering this type of service.