The staff was truly some of the nicest people in the world. It hurts that the hotel itself was such a bad experience, because judgement on the people alone they were wonderful. Unfortunately, the hotel itself was not what apparently it used to be. There are roaches in one of the buildings (in one of our rooms), the showers were peeling or moldy with bad water pressure. The sheets on the bed were not always clean and the air-conditioning barely worked. The key cards to the doors easily demagnetized, and some rooms just wouldn’t open in general. We ended up having to get three different rooms (only 2 nights). The first room switch was because the staff couldn’t get us into the room, and the second switch was because we had roaches in the room all night.

I had a confirmed, non-refundable reservation for this property. The day before I was to arrive at the property, I get a notification saying that my reservation was cancelled, and instead it was rebooked for 3 days later. I couldn't believe that the resort and Expedia would do such a thing without my knowledge or consent. I wasn't even going to be in the area in 3 days, so for them to cancel a non-refundable, confirmed reservation and then willy-nilly rebook me for a night 3 days later without even asking me was appalling. Expedia should not allow its hotels to rebook guests at their own discretion, without the guest even knowing about it let alone agreeing to it. Just appalling. It ruined my vacation, since not only did I have to find another lodging for the night that they cancelled, I was stressed about them charging me for a non-refundable night that I didn't even book!

Quaint cabanas over the water. Great first time Bocas experience for the family. Restaurants within walking distance, swimmable beaches, sunrise out the back door.

Quaint cabanas over the water. Great first time Bocas experience for the family. Restaurants within walking distance, swimmable beaches, sunrise out the back door.

Loved the owner Adriano and the over water bungalow experience. However due to our preference of crystal clear waters we were not comfortable jumping in off the deck when we saw a sting Ray under us. Also once you jump off you have no ladder or way to get back up so you would have to swim all the way to the beach to walk back to your condo. Loved the breakfast and water taxis noise did not bother us. Just not such a nice island or beaches like Red frog ( on Bastimentos) or we heard starfish beach ( on Isle colon) Enjoy it’s worth the cost and experience for a few nights

The property is a bit run down and could use some Reno’s. The concept was cute. We loved the deck off the back but there wasn’t any cushions for the wood lounger’s so it was pretty uncomfortable. The owner and his Dog are super nice.

This was my first visit to Bocas, so I don’t have the greatest barometer in comparing different places to stay in the area. Having just been to Costa Rica & Nicaragua in the weeks previous though, I’d say this was better than what I’d experienced in the neighboring countries. Staff were the nicest people and my little yellow cabin on the water for a week was magic !!

Location was amazing, right on the water. Easy to catch water taxi to any location. The only draw back is the water taxis travelled close to the location so there was some noise.

Location was amazing, right on the water. Easy to catch water taxi to any location. The only draw back is the water taxis travelled close to the location so there was some noise.

The convenience of being close to surf breaks and to the town of Bocas was perfect. The staff of Adriano and Angel were absolutely amazing and beyond friendly. Breakfast was included which was a nice surprise. I would absolutely stay here again

Our cabin was great. We swam in the water around our cabin, and enjoyed sitting out on our private deck over the water. The staff was friendly, and helped us book a wonderful tour of neighboring islands with a pickup at our dock. The property is on Carenero island are provides a tranquil alternative to Bocas. It is only a $2 boat ride to Bocas town. Bibi's restaurant is walking distance and excellent. You can hear the boats go by, but it was not annoying at all. The water all around soothed us to sleep!

Cabana on stilts in the sea. Swim right up to the door. Lovely views

Have been to Colibri more than 10 times, every visit is better than the last. Maybe I am getting to know the wonderful staff more and more. Gracias Luz. Hasta pronto...

We felt like having a little island to our self's.

We felt like having a little island to our selfs.

owner was very nice staff was great very good breakfast on the water

owner was very nice staff was great very good breakfast on the water

I had a good stay. The staff were friendly and the units over the water were really cool where you could look down and see fish, unfortunately there were small gnats that made it difficult to stay out too long (in late Nov). I'm a light sleeper but slept well in the room, which was a short water taxi to the much louder bar heavy parts of Bocas town. There were a few bar/restaurants you could walk on the island but also seemed like some rougher areas nearby. I found myself generally water taxiing back to Bocas town.

Area was over the water, which was great. Not much beach on the island, but meal at nearby Bibi's was amazing. Would stay hear again if vis8ting the island again.

Area was over the water, which was great. Not much beach on the island, but meal at nearby Bibis was amazing. Would stay hear again if vis8ting the island again.

Great location, easy water taxi to the main town. Stay right over the water, only just be aware that you can hear the water taxis going back and forth..but that is also part of the ease of transport.

Great location, easy water taxi to the main town. Stay right over the water, only just be aware that you can hear the water taxis going back and forth..but that is also part of the ease of transport.

We stayed at El Faro Del Colibri for four nights during the first part of February. It was an unique experience sleeping on the water. A small nuisance for the sensitive could be the water taxis speeding by nearly all hours of the day and night. But that is a matter of opinion. At times, we enjoyed waving to those in the boats and also enjoyed the swaying of the home as a result of the boats waves. When we revisit Bocas Del Toros, we will happily stay at El Colibri. We enjoyed being on the small island versus Bocas town. It is a short $2.00 boat taxi ride for a couple to travel back and forth. Everyone on the small island is pleasant and welcoming. We were even invited to a poker night by a group of locals at a nearby pizza cafe. Wifi was decent, showers were warm, and we had a little refrigerator in our room. I would recommend more shelving in the bathroom for convenience. But overall, we loved our stay.

We stayed at El Faro Del Colibri for four nights during the first part of February. It was an unique experience sleeping on the water. A small nuisance for the sensitive could be the water taxis speeding by nearly all hours of the day and night. But that is a matter of opinion. At times, we enjoyed waving to those in the boats and also enjoyed the swaying of the home as a result of the boat's waves. When we revisit Bocas Del Toros, we will happily stay at El Colibri. We enjoyed being on the small island versus Bocas town. It is a short $2.00 boat taxi ride for a couple to travel back and forth. Everyone on the small island is pleasant and welcoming. We were even invited to a poker night by a group of locals at a nearby pizza cafe. Wifi was decent, showers were warm, and we had a little refrigerator in our room. I would recommend more shelving in the bathroom for convenience. But overall, we loved our stay.

We stayed at El Faro Del Colibri for four nights during the first part of February. It was an unique experience sleeping on the water. A small nuisance for the sensitive could be the water taxis speeding by nearly all hours of the day and night. But that is a matter of opinion. At times, we enjoyed waving to those in the boats and also enjoyed the swaying of the home as a result of the boats waves. When we revisit Bocas Del Toros, we will happily stay at El Colibri. We enjoyed being on the small island versus Bocas town. It is a short $2.00 boat taxi ride for a couple to travel back and forth. Everyone on the small island is pleasant and welcoming. We were even invited to a poker night by a group of locals at a nearby pizza cafe. Wifi was decent, showers were warm, and we had a little refrigerator in our room. I would recommend more shelving in the bathroom for convenience. But overall, we loved our stay.

We had a great experience at El Faro del Colibri. There are six bungalows over the water and apartment style condos in the back on the island. Check in was quick and easy. The receptionist showed us to our rooms and explained everything. The housekeeping was great. Fresh made beds/amenities every morning and breakfast was included. The housemom, I considered her the host of the property, was very nice! She cooked a freshly made breakfast every morning. We even woke up late after the cut off and she graciously still cooked us breakfast. She only speaks Spanish, so if you dont know some Spanish it may be difficult to have a conversation. The menus are in both English and Spanish though. There is a market nearby on the island 5 minutes walking to the left where you can buy water/beer or snacks. There is a great restaurant called Bibis on the Beach that is 5 minutes to the right. Try the fresh Ceviche. Its a must. You can rent surfboards/paddle boards from Bibis 15/30 per day respectively. Those complaining about trash on the island or it being dirty have obviously never been to a underdeveloped country. So if youre that type of person go stay at the expensive resort further up Bocas Islands. Carenero Island is perfectly fine if you want to get away from the main island and it also has nice beaches. You can walk from the airport to the main town in 5 minutes or less. From there take a dollar per person water taxi. I highly recommend this hotel!

It is a very nice hotel over the water and on the beach on the island of Carenero. Very good food and the restaurant is over the water. Staff was very helpful, pleasant and always smiling. I would definitely stay here again.

We stayed four nights. Owner and the other help staff were nice, dont speak English. Weekend the nearby hostel blasted music till the wee hours, and the zooming taxi-boats were not the highlight ... But then, the island is much more quiet and classy than Bocas Town, yet very close [500 yards away by water taxi], the view is superb, and each room has its own deck/balcony on the water, everything in the room worked, and the staff was very nice.

This place was amazing. The staff was awesome. Breakfast was great in the morning. Definitely staying here again. Fell in love with the place so much decided to extend our stay.

I would have given 5 stars but we had issue trying to pay with credit card. There is only one ATM in Boca town and it ran out of cash, we had hard time trying to figure out how to pay. Had to withdraw cash from Chinese store paying 10% commission. Hotels credit card system was broken. So they have to figure out this credit card system, if they want to provide better service. Other than that, everything was great.

I would have given 5 stars but we had issue trying to pay with credit card. There is only one ATM in Boca town and it ran out of cash, we had hard time trying to figure out how to pay. Had to withdraw cash from Chinese store paying 10% commission. Hotel's credit card system was broken. So they have to figure out this credit card system, if they want to provide better service. Other than that, everything was great.

Free wifi, hotel place and the view.Nice place to visits beachs, forest, to dive and surf . We had a great time.