Surf Break at Paunch

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Paunch Beach and Wizard Beach, Surf Break at Paunch provides a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A bed with a teal blanket, white and orange pillows, and wooden headboard. There are two bedside lamps and a wooden nightstand.

Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A wooden cabin-style bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, and a large window with striped curtains.

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A room with a bed, a wooden wall with a wave design, a fan, and a red lamp.

Panoramic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Partial ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A wooden cabin room with a bed, pillows, a ladder, and a view of the outdoors.

Panoramic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Bocas del Toro, Surf Break at Paunch is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Paunch Beach and Starfish Beach. Wizard Beach and Red Frog Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bocas del Toro travel guide
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Paunch Beach Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and palm trees.
    Paunch Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A beach with a sandy shore and turquoise waters under a cloudy sky.
    Bluff Beach
    6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • A statue on a yellow archway with the inscription "1811" and "1911".
    Bolivar Park
    18 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Tortuga Beach
    5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Starfish Beach
    52 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Barco Hundido Bar
    13 min drive
  • Tequila Republic
    13 min drive
  • JJ’s at Bocas Blended
    12 min drive
  • Mana Bar and Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Dosha Organic cafe
    18 min walk

About this property

Surf Break at Paunch

  • Bed & breakfast near Paunch Beach
  • Located close to Wizard Beach, Surf Break at Paunch provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • A water dispenser, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Coffee/tea makers, fans, and limited housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Break at Paunch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Surf Break at Paunch?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Surf Break at Paunch?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Surf Break at Paunch provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 5 per person applies.

Where is Surf Break at Paunch located?

Situated by the ocean, this bed & breakfast is steps from Paunch Beach and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Starfish Beach.

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Reviews

Surf Break at Paunch Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful eco-hotel. Very relaxing, beautiful view, and a very helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful cottages on jungle hillside overlooking beach
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing spot and Dave the owner is the ultimate host. This is what you come to Bocas for! Cabins with a view of the ocean, up i. the
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little cabin just far enough off the road to be able to appreciate being in the jungle. We saw howler monkeys, Toucans and other cool tropical birds. Great bed and shower. Awesome deck. David was extremely helpful with dinner reco’s, taxis etc…. Loved the location as it’s very walkable to beaches, restaurants, bike rentals. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is magical. David, aka “Odessa”, is great. Getting to the place is an adventure, and once there, you are surrounded by jungle (without bugs) and the sound of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing jungle home

INCREDIBLE AUTHENTIC JUNGLE EXPERIENCE BUT WITH ALL THE COMFORT!! I stayed for 2 nights at David’s place on my solo trip to bocas del toro and I can’t recommend it enough! The place was gorgeous on inside and the outside was just amazing, surrounded by jungle but 2 mins from the water too! Everything was clean, and the bed was SUPER comfortable!! David was extremely friendly and helpful with immediate responses when I had questions throughout my whole stay! I rented a ATV and David let me park it on site no problem. Perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Recommend

Great little spot right on the most consistent surf break in the area. It is walkable to many restaurants and other surf breaks in the area as well. David was a good host. He made himself available without being intrusive. Hot water, coffee, fresh coconut water, and clean tiled bathroom was a plus. Pretty rustic for a person who is used to the Hilton, but it has all the creature comforts situated right on the waves and main gathering spot. The road from the house that wanders down the hill is bit slippery after rain, but short. Overall I recommend for solo, or couple, or small family.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s was just what we were looking for. Not the hustle and bustle of city. It was up in the hill and we loved it!! If your going power goes out a lot on the island so bring flashlights! Overall great place! Car taxi can’t make the hill. So get a bus or truck taxi. Good times.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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David is truly rad. The space he has created is an epic experience to take advantage of. Despite booking this less than 12 hours in advance, he went above and beyond to ensure I had a nice check-in experience. The days and nights to follow were filled with jungle sounds and waves crashing in the distance. Taking advantage of the surf rental spot down the hill and scrumpcious food just a stone's throw away. I feel very lucky to have stumbled upon this place. He gave wonderful recommendations for food and adventure experiences. 10/10 will book here the next time I visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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Ich mochte, dass es mitten im Dschungel war und trotzdem in Strandnähe. Es war sehr ruhig dort, bis auf die Affen und Vögel, aber diese erwartet man ja in solch einem Urlaub. David, der Betreiber, ist ein sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Mensch und er machte den Aufenthalt zu einem Unvergessenen. Ich habe mich sehr gut erholt.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

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If you would like a quiet place off the beaten path (as I did), this place is a nice option.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Rapport qualité / prix très décevant

L'hôtel est dans un endroit magnifique, au milieu de la jungle avec une terrasse grandiose. David nous a accueilli très convablement. Cependant, l'hôtel n'était pas à la hauteur du descriptif (pas de service de nettoyage quotidien, pas de restaurant sur place, terrasse de la chambre partagée avec les voisins, hamac déchiré inutilisable). Nous n'avions pas d'intimité car les fenêtres sans rideaux opaques donnaient sur le parking et il n'y avait aucun insonorisation. Nous pouvions donc entendre tout ce que racontaient nos voisins et réciproquement. Très déçu car le prix est très élevé.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable and friendly host

David was a friendly host and the accommodations were very comfortable. I enjoyed the location within walking distance to a nice beach and a couple restaurants. The kitchenette and balcony with hammock were a real treat! The balcony was great for wildlife viewing, including a sloth. Please note it is on a hill so may not be easy for all to walk and if you get a taxi, a truck is best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Charming room and deck, in a jungle setting, just overlooking a great surf break. Our hosts were very helpful and accommodating with setting up and recommending fun adventures. Be ready for big, healthy breakfasts with fresh juice, fruit bowls, pancakes, eggs and more. Lots of fuel for the day, which I needed due to my obsessive surf habit. Definitely rent a quad while you’re there, as taxis get expensive quick. We definitely had an amazing time. If you’re looking for a resort style hotel- this isn’t the place. But if you’re good with a rustic, cabin villa style bed and breakfast with a warm friendly vibe, it’s a no brainer. Oh and the Wi-Fi worked well too.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place

Great place to stay. David the owner takes care of everything. Excellent breakfast also!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing and unique wood cabin with great breakfast

Unique and amazing cabin on the trees in the jungle, also 3 minutes walk from the beach. Great quiet location outside busy Bocas town. David the owner is great and breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Would most definitely recommend Surf Break at Paunch to anyone staying Bocas del Toro. Especially if you are not big into the the night life scene that is all over Bocas town or are just looking to get away from city life and want to be in nature
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Le meilleur petit dej du Panama

Mignonne guest house en retrait de bocas à proximité de la jungle ce qui nous aura permis de voir des singes et paresseux le matin au réveil . Petit dej merveilleux , hôtes d’une extrême gentillesse , merci à David et sa compagne. Vélo dispos sur place et indispensables si vous ne voulez pas payer le taxi à chaque virée en ville (entre 6 et 10$ pour 2 selon l’humeur des chauffeurs ) ou faire 1h30 de marche Une adresse à ne pas manquer Merci
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Super Hostel auf der Hauptinsel Isla Colon. Nur 15min mit dem Taxi vom Hafen entfernt. Möglichkeit mit Fahrrädern kostenlos die Insel zu erkunden, zum schönen Strand "Playa Bluff" sind es nur wenige Minuten. Frühstück war ausgezeichnet, Besitzer David und seine Mum sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Der Paunch Strand an sich ist weniger schön, da er als Straße benutzt wird. Zimmer sind sehr geräumig und schön, kein TV. Allerdings sehr hellhörige Bungalows.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018