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Dolphin Bay Hideaway

Bed and breakfast

San Cristobal Island

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
10 mentions

Brian and the staff are really helpful, hospitable and kind

The best experience, stay and host, really special and unique experience

Great location
9 mentions

The accommodation and location are wonderful

I loved the jungle walk (10$), the most incredible boat tour to see dolphins

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

Beautiful rooms (just 4) and stunning garden amd jungle

Beautiful, quiet and serene escape into nature

Clean rooms
3 mentions

the room was just amazing and it got cleaned every day

My expectations were even exceeded: Brian's hideaway is enchanting: it is quiet,…

Pool
2 mentions

Days can be spent kayaking around the bay finding the abundant amount of dolphin…

This is the perfect place if you want to get off the beaten track, relax, eat de…

Breakfast available
1 mentions

Alle the nice cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner, lemonades

Overview

The eco-friendly B&B Dolphin Bay Hideaway features a wooden terrace with hammocks, plus garden and Dolphin Bay views. It is located on Cristobal Island, 20 minutes’ boat trip from Bocas del Toro. Offering wooden furniture, tropical-style décor and a seating area, the rooms are equipped with mosquito net, fan and a private bathroom. All come with garden views, while some units feature bay views. Activities such as beach excursions, snorkelling, canoeing, horseback riding, hiking, plus bird and dolphin watching can be arranged. The Chocolate Tour is another option.

Traveller reviews

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Annemieke

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May 26, 2026

10

One of the best places I've ever stayed.

The accommodation and location are wonderful. Brian and the staff are really helpful, hospitable and kind. They make sure you have a great time. The food is delicious and the view is the best. The fact that you can watch dolphins from the balcony made this place even more wonderful for me. I highly recommend it.

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Marco

couple

May 6, 2026

10

Unique stay in a natural paradise

The best experience, stay and host, really special and unique experience. Fantastic food, service and atmosphere, a real place, difficult to find it anywhere else in the world.

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Marco

couple

May 6, 2026

10

Unique stay in a natural paradise

The best experience, stay and host, really special and unique experience. Fantastic food, service and atmosphere, a real place, difficult to find it anywhere else in the world.

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Patrick

solo_traveller

April 14, 2026

10

Perfect spot to watch the time slow down. 🐬

Absolute amazing spot with great and welcoming crew. Food was excellent and Brian very generous.

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Lazar

couple

March 16, 2026

10

Absolutely recommend!

Brian and the entire team are fantastic at what they do; and create a totally unique and frictionless experience from start to finish. As avid travelers, who rarely make the same stop twice, we’ll absolutely be back!

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Maximiliane

couple

January 10, 2026

10

Wonderful jungle experience!!

Everything! The boattransfers are 50$ each way - keep this in mind. I loved the jungle walk (10$), the most incredible boat tour to see dolphins!!!! Kajaking to the snorkelspot was great. Alle the nice cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner, lemonades! The familiar dinner with other guests from all over the world. Saw so many frogs, an opossum, a caiman, lizards,.. the room was just amazing and it got cleaned every day. We lived to hang out on the outdoor ,,living room“-area. I appreciate the reforesting of that part of the island, that Brian is doing! Thank you for that.

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Ell1981

couple

January 7, 2026

10

So Special

A real hidden gem. Brian the owner is incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about the jungle and it's animals. Days can be spent kayaking around the bay finding the abundant amount of dolphins, going on snorkel trips, jungle treks or just sitting by the pool. Beautiful rooms (just 4) and stunning garden amd jungle! I have never stayed anywhere quite like it and doubt I ever will again. A perfect blend of luxury, homeliness and adventure.

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Sam

solo_traveller

October 8, 2025

10

Full of wildlife and an incredible place to stay.

What an incredible place! I can’t recommend staying here highly enough. The setting is amazing, beautiful gardens and surroundings, overlooking the bay. I saw such a wide variety of breathtaking wildlife, including sloths, beautiful frogs, birds, butterflies and the local snorkelling was simply stunning. Brian is a fantastic host and has such impressive knowledge of the local flora & fauna. The food is delicious, as well as the cocktails. The staff are all really nice and friendly. I will definitely stay again if I go back to Bocas and strongly recommend anybody with an interest in nature to stay here.

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Kathleen

solo_traveller

July 3, 2025

10

A little slice of paradise

Beautiful, quiet and serene escape into nature. My room was slightly bigger than expected, great food, the grounds are beautiful, there's no end of wildlife to watch and Brian is really passionate about regenerating the land. A personal highlight was doing yoga in the pavilion one morning and having a hummingbird hovering over my face during savasana. I'd recommend 3 nights here, as 2 wasn't quite enough.

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Berjan

couple

June 10, 2025

9

The food and location was amazing. The staff was very friendly and made sure we were not lacking anything.

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Aitor

couple

May 20, 2025

10

All really nice

Very nice location and surroundings, nice activities around to do. The kitchen is very good and all the personal as well.

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David

couple

March 31, 2025

10

Nice stay in Nice place

Very nice place, VERY quiet, charming, very good cooking, you better speak English or Spanish. Perfect place to stay 2-4 days. No need to go fareway on Zapatilla...

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Sanne

couple

March 23, 2025

10

We absolutely loved our stay at Dolphin Bay Hideaway! 10/10

The excellent service (thanks a lot Brian & team!), the great food, the beautiful location of the hotel, the available tours

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Jessica

couple

March 16, 2025

10

Un véritable paradis We wish we would have stayed longer !! Thanks so much Brian for the jungle tour, the boat tour with dolphins and the sloth adventure 🦥 The food is delicious 🤤

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Lucy

couple

March 16, 2025

10

A jewel of a place

Dolphin Bay Hideaway is a little gem tucked away in a beautiful mangrove-lined bay where Dolphins hang out (yes they really do) and surrounded by its very own rainforest that the owners have worked tirelessly to regenerate. This is the perfect place if you want to get off the beaten track, relax, eat delicious food (and drink amazing cocktails), in beautiful surroundings, with lots of options for swimming, paddle boarding or kayaking straight from the dock, or boat-ride excursions, such as snorkelling or visiting palm fringed beaches (deserted if you get up early). Brian is a warm and welcoming host and had thought of everything to make our stay a special one.

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Peter

couple

March 9, 2025

10

Wonderful.

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Johanna

couple

March 4, 2025

10

fantastic!

Thank you Brian and your lovely Team! I had chosen the accommodation with high expectations from home in Germany (cold and gray in February) and was really looking forward to it. My expectations were even exceeded: Brian's hideaway is enchanting: it is quiet, the garden and forest and rooms are lovingly and tastefully designed in every respect, the food is incredibly delicious, Brian and his team are extremely attentive, caring and kind and the rooms and all communal areas are super clean. The tolerant, loving approach of Brian and his team is not only evident in their hospitality, but also manifests itself in nature. They are reforesting the existing forest and focusing on diversity and naturalness; the renaturation will bring back animals, and they also rescue wild animals kept as pets. The fact that they are saving areas of nature and networking with neighbors brings hope and confidence and I can definitely recommend a stay at Dolphinbay Hideaway (yes, you will see dolphins :-)).

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Louise

couple

February 2, 2025

10

Don’t want to leave

The location is a perfect place to unwind. Bryan and the staff are perfect hosts. The food is generous and flavoursome. Free use of paddle boards and kayaks are a lovely bonus and daily dolphin sightings make it a wonderful place to stay. If you come try Bryan’s signature passionfruit daiquiri- yum!

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Jorge

couple

January 31, 2025

10

Paradise !

This place is truly a hidden paradise on Earth, but what makes it even more special is Bryan and his incredible team. They are the perfect hosts, with a wonderful way of making you feel taken care of and ensuring you enjoy every moment here. We even extended our stay because we just didn’t want to leave! They’ve done an amazing job transforming this place into such a paradise. Don’t miss the chance to spend time with Bryan – he’s like a walking encyclopedia, full of knowledge and stories. The room was beautiful, spotless, and everything was designed to make you feel like you're in heaven. And the food? Absolutely delicious – a true treat! C’était un régal. Thank you again for this unforgettable experience. We will dream of returning one day!

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Rachel

couple

January 12, 2025

10

A magical place to visit

Such a wonderful piece of paradise. We loved staying here, welcoming and friendly, wonderful food and great location. We enjoyed a wildlife walk in the surrounding jungle, seeing lots including a couple of sloths. We also went kayaking and saw coral and starfish….but the stand out activity was a sunset boat trip to see the dolphins, something that will stay with us for a long time

Facilities

Activities

Fitness centre, Fishing, Massage, Canoeing, Hiking, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Water sport facilities on site, Open-air bath, Spa/wellness packages, Full body massage, Fitness, Yoga classes, Fitness classes, Walking tours, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Aerobics

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Bar, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Family rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area

Internet

Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming pool, Swimming pool toys, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety features

Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Services

Shuttle service, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (free), Shuttle service (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, Babysitting/child services, Packed lunches, Tour desk

Premium King Room

This room is decorated in sea glass green with locally made furniture including a four post canopy bed with overhead netting, ceiling fan and a private bath. It is our largest and most secluded room. It is located on the bottom level of the lodge with a private seating entry and view of ponds and garden. An additional twin bed can be added for an additional charge.

Max 3 guests 37 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Premium Queen Room

Decorated in beautiful tropical orange and crème yellow colors, it has a walk-in closet, private bath, ceiling fan and locally made four post canopy queen bed with netting. This room is on the main veranda next to the kitchen that you can walk out to magnificent views of Dolphin Bay out front.

Max 4 guests 23 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard King Room

This extra-large room is on the main floor veranda next to the kitchen. It has views of the bay, ponds, garden and of course Dolphin Bay. Wake to the morning sun, highlighted by fiesta yellow room colors, in a locally produced four post king memory foam pillow bed with netting. There is a private bath and fans above the bed. An extra twin bed can be added to this room for an additional charge.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Queen Room

This is a cozy, comfortable room with a secluded seating porch with views of the garden. With margarita green and deep ocean blue colors, it contains a locally made queen sized bed, ceiling fan and private bath on the bottom level of the lodge.

Max 2 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note under transportation information we are reached only via boat and we have a shuttle service at 2 pm. We pick up from the Bocas town. Shuttle boat cost is $50 one way per booking and is NOT included in the Room only rate. We do include this fee when you book HALF BOARD.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 4:44 PM

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Dolphin Bay Hideaway - 4 Star Hotel in Bocas Del Toro