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( 720-2573; Calle 4a Sur; d US$33-40; )
Overlooking the Río Caldera, Hostal Bo-
quete provides a budget option for couples. Rooms with cable TV are cramped and just
OK, but guests have kitchen use and river access.
Hostal Nomba
HOSTEL $
( 720-2864, 6497-5672;
www.nombapanama.com
;
Av A Oeste; dm/d without bathroom US$10/
24; )
This pared-down chill-out hostel is fairly sterile but good for tight budgets
(there's a slight discount for smaller rooms). An onsite bar, darts and foosball keep it
lively. The in-house outfitter offers regular excursions and bike rentals.
Pensión Marilós
GUESTHOUSE $
( 720-1380; marilos66@hotmail.com; cnr Av A Este & Calle 6 Sur; s/d without bathroom US$10/
14, s/d US$15/20; )
With the feel of a well-worn family home, Marilos offers a bit of
peace and quiet at bargain rates. Rooms are warmly decorated with assorted knick-
knacks and doo-dads reminiscent of the guest bedroom at grandma's house. There's even
a mild-mannered dog to pet and the owner Frank can help you make the most of your
time in Boquete.
Pensión Topas
GUESTHOUSE $
( 720-1005;
www.coffeeadventures.net/topas.html
; Av Belisario Porras; s/d US$25/35;
)
Built around a small organic garden and pool, this German-run lodging features Tintin
murals and tidy rooms. A shady outdoor patio provides ample shared space and perks in-
clude a slackline, foosball and volleyball. Hosts can get unexpectedly boisterous, leading
guests to give it mixed reviews.
Isla Verde
CABIN $$$
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(
720-2533; islaverde@cwpanama.net; Av B Oeste; d apt US$150, cabins from US$90;
)
Set riverside in a beautiful, lush garden with Buddha statues, these delicious two-story
alpine cabins feature luxurious mattresses, vaulted ceilings, complete kitchens and roomy
bathrooms. It's probably the best in-town retreat, with prompt service and even profes-
sional massages available. Cabins cost US$20 extra for each additional person (US$10
for kids). Look for the highly anticipated onsite restaurant set to open as we go to press.
