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( 757-9042;
www.bocasaqualounge.info
; dm/d/tr incl breakfast US$11/25/36; )
Rough
and rustic, this backpacker palace is a matchstick construction on the dock facing Bocas.
Guests love it or leave it, but it says Spring Break in so many ways. The onsite bar (open
late) is hugely popular, then there's the aquatic trampoline…
Casa Acuario
INN $$$
( 757-9565;
www.casaacuario.com
; d US$88-102; )
Visually dreamy, this tropical inn
sits above crystal-blue waters teeming with tropical fish. Rooms are impeccably outfitted
with smart fixtures and rustic, crafty touches. The big draw is the private decks with
open-air dining.
El Faro del Colibri
CABIN $$$
( 6791-0840, 757-7315;
www.farodelcolibri.com
;
d incl breakfast from US$98; )
A new ad-
dition, these canary yellow cabins line a wooden dock. With individual swim-up decks
and wood floors, they are lovely and considerably private. The buffet breakfast includes
eggs, bread, fruit, yogurt and coffee. The aimiable Italian owner, Adrian, mans the light-
house office.
Buccaneer Resort
CABIN $$$
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(
6847-9306, 757-9042;
www.bocasbuccaneerresort.com
;
d/tr/ste cabin US$77/88/99;
)
Located on a lovely strip of sand, this low-key resort is more of a humble clutch of ro-
mantic cabins. Elevated units have polished hardwood floors and walls, a thatched roof, a
screened porch and a modern tiled bathroom with some composting toilets. Wi-fi only
works in the office. Guests get breakfast vouchers for Bibi's.
Tierra Verde
HOTEL $$$
( 757-9042;
www.hoteltierraverde.com
;
s/d/tr incl breakfast US$65/75/85; )
Run by
brothers, this attractive three-story hotel sits back from the beach in shady palms.
Designed in a contemporary island style, seven spacious rooms feature wood details and
windows that allow in ample light. There's hot water and the option of airport pickups
(US$10).
Pickled Parrot
INTERNATIONAL $
