Carmen's place

–Excellent location – show map
+65 photos
Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Property highlights

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Carmen's Place in Bastimentos offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden or sea views, and parquet floors. Each room includes a work desk, shower, and private entrance. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and luggage storage. Delicious Dining: The property provides vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free breakfast options. Dinner is highly rated by guests, complemented by a welcoming host. Activities and Surroundings: Activities available include canoeing, hiking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Bocas del Toro Isla Colon International Airport is a few steps away, with scuba diving in the surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Availability

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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Richard
United States United States
“Dinner was amazing - Carmen is an experienced chef and the results show. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming and it was a real delight to spend time with the owners and the other guests.”
Mariana
El Salvador El Salvador
“Staying at Carmen’s was an absolute highlight of our trip! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed like old friends into her home. The place is beautifully maintained, with comfortable rooms, a lovely dock, and a lush garden perfect for...”
John
United States United States
“Carmen was so very helpful with calling water taxis and giving recommendations for things to do and nice beaches in the area. She has amazing energy and is an excellent cook. Ate breakfast and dinner on the dock family style. Fun to meet all the...”
Katherine
United States United States
“Carmen is a great host. She takes care of every aspect including transport to other areas. She cooks both dinner and breakfast and it was very tasty.”
Autumn
United States United States
“There are many places to stay in the Bocas region. Some places you never even meet the owner, you just communicate through WhatsApp. Carmen’s couldn’t be different. She welcomes you with open arms. I have a restricted diet and she did everything...”
Eric
United States United States
“Very pretty location among large tropical trees. Carmen and Marcel are incredible hosts. For four days you feel like part of a family with the hosts and other guests. The breakfast is large and flavorful and the dinners combine great food with...”
Yvonne
Canada Canada
“Great place to stay. Such welcoming and friendly staff. Carmen and Marcel were amazing. Help make the trip so much more enjoyable.”
Barbara
United States United States
“I felt right at home at Carmen's Place. I was treated like a member of the family. From the moment i arrived until the last moment that I left, I felt at home and welcome. Form the generous breakfast in the morning to a trip to another island...”
Todd
United States United States
“Carmen and Marcel were great host. Their place is like Paradise and they were like family. Meals were excellent and highly would recommend.”
Melinda
United States United States
“We couldn’t ask for anything more! Carmen and Marcel were gracious hosts, Carmen’s cooking was top-notch delicious, and all the details perfectly thought about. Carmen generously went out of her way to ensure everyone had what they needed and...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.