Gran Hotel Bahia - Bocas Town

3-star historic hotel in Bocas del Toro with original bank vault from the 1910s

Hotel Overview

Gran Hotel Bahia is the oldest hotel in Bocas del Toro, with a bank vault from the 1910s still intact on the property. The hotel stands 1500 ft from Simón Bolívar Central Park and a 2-minute drive from Bocas del Toro International Airport. Guests receive a complimentary daily Continental buffet breakfast and have access to a free tour desk for arranging excursions.

Rooms

The rooms at Gran Hotel Bahia offer air conditioning, a safety box, and cable TV, with city views from each unit. Private bathrooms include a shower and free toiletries, and room types include double rooms, queen rooms with two queen beds, and a deluxe king room with sofa bed. Guest reviews note comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and working air conditioning and hot water.

Dining

The on-site restaurant at Gran Hotel Bahia serves international cuisine, local food, and steak dishes for lunch and dinner. Guests can also use vouchers for breakfast at a nearby restaurant, reported as excellent in guest reviews. Unlimited tea and coffee are available 24/7 in the hotel, along with filtered water.

Amenities

The hotel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping services. Luggage storage is available for guests arriving early or with late flights. Facilities for disabled guests include a raised toilet, toilet with grab rails, and accessible rooms on the ground floor.

Location

Gran Hotel Bahia sits a short walk from Bastimentos National Marine Park, Wizard Beach, and the main town's restaurants and bars. A 10-minute boat ride takes guests to Carenero Island, while Bastimento Island is 15 minutes away by boat. The hotel is 3 miles from Bocas del Toro International Airport, with the water taxi terminal nearby.

• Historical Significance: Oldest hotel in Bocas del Toro with 1910s bank vault
• Location: 2 minutes from airport, 1500 ft from Simón Bolívar Central Park
• Dining: On-site restaurant with international cuisine, local food, steak dishes
• Accessibility: Facilities for disabled guests, ground-floor rooms available
• Breakfast: Free daily Continental buffet breakfast
• Concierge: Free tour desk for booking excursions