All photos this page: ©2007 Scott Doggett, Special to WhozHereNow.com
This soothing seaside bed-and-breakfast is owned and operated by Ancon Expeditions of Panama, the country’s premier tour operator. Most of the people who stay at the Inn, which features a handful of well-kept second-story rooms, do so as part of a tour package, but Ancon Expeditions will gladly rent rooms on a space-available basis.

And that’s a good thing, for two reasons: First, if there’s a group staying at the Inn that will go on a guided snorkeling and/or bird-watching tour, you may well be able to join the group for a fee if there’s space in the boat. This is a big deal, because Ancon Expedition’s naturalist guides are top-notch. Second, there isn’t much not to like about the Inn.

It is situated at water’s edge in a quiet part of town, and all seven guestrooms are air-conditioned, come with dresser, nightstand and comfortable beds, and there’s hot- and cold-running water in the clean private bathrooms. (Ask for either of the front, sea-facing rooms, which are larger than the rest.)

Also on the second floor is a balcony with two hammocks, and on the ground floor there’s a dining area, a sun deck and a full bar. A lovely garden separates the living quarters from the busy street out front and instantly transports visitors from the sometimes frenetic pace of Bocastown to the always tranquil world of the Inn.

Breakfasts are delicious and filling, as are the optional dinners. Expect to pay $65 per person a night, including breakfast, but excluding the 10% tax.
Location

Avenida Norte (a.k.a. Avenida I) at Calle 3

Bocas Town, Isla Colón

Bocas del Toro

Panama