Hotel Palma Royale - Bocas Town

Boutique eco-friendly hotel on Bocas Town's Main Street, steps from the water taxi dock

Location & Accessibility

Hotel Palma Royale Bocas Town Panama sits on Main Street, within a 10-minute walk of restaurants, bars, and the public water taxi pier. The hotel is kitty-corner from the ferry and directly across from the dock where tours and water taxis depart. Bocas del Toro Airport is 1 mile away, and Isla Bastimentos Marine National Park is a short boat ride from the hotel.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with garden or sea views, including Economy Double Rooms, Deluxe Queen Suites, and a Penthouse Suite with a wrap-around balcony and panoramic sea views. The Penthouse Suite has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a kitchenette with a full-size fridge. Hotel Palma Royale is the only property in town with an elevator, making upper-floor suites accessible for guests with luggage or mobility needs.

Eco-Friendly & Activities

Palma Royale Bocas Town follows eco-friendly practices, including a water refill station on every floor to reduce plastic bottle use. The front desk arranges customized tours and local adventure packages, such as guided wildlife tours and diving excursions to Dolphin Bay and Red Frog Beach. Guests can also rent bicycles from the hotel to explore Isla Colon independently.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary breakfast is served each morning at Buena Vista Restaurant, one block from the hotel, offering a choice of 4 dishes made to order. The on-site bar and restaurant focus on local cuisine, though the bar was under renovation at the time of guest reviews. A gourmet supermarket and several local restaurants are located on the same street as Hotel Palma Royale.

Family & Group Accommodations

The Deluxe Queen Suites and Luxury Suites provide spacious layouts with separate bedrooms, lounges, and kitchenettes, suitable for families or groups. The Penthouse Suite accommodates families with young children by offering two bathrooms and a wrap-around porch for outdoor relaxation. Hotel Palma Royale also offers laundry service, luggage storage before check-in, and daily housekeeping for extended stays.

• Location: Across from water taxi dock, 1 mile from Bocas del Toro Airport
• Rooms: Penthouse Suite with wrap-around balcony and panoramic sea views
• Amenities: Only elevator in town, water refill stations on every floor
• Activities: Customized tours, guided wildlife tours, diving excursions, bicycle rental
• Dining: Complimentary made-to-order breakfast at Buena Vista Restaurant
• Family: Two-bedroom suites with kitchenettes and separate bathrooms