Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort
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Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort

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View from pier restaurant bar.  Note that the sand here is super soft.  I've walked on a lot of sandy beaches all over the world, and this sand personally ranks very highly in terms of ideal softness (yet firm enough that you can walk effortlessly).  I talked about this fact with my wife numerous times - enough times for her to tell me to shut up about it.
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#3 of 4 resorts in Isla Colon
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Location
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
3.3 of 5 bubbles
Value
3.6 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
3.3 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Tropical Caribbean Beach Resort on the crystal clear waters of Bocas del Toro, Panama.Playa Tortuga offers 117 stylish room accommodations, each with a balcony and spectacular ocean view. Guests may choose from standard rooms, junior suites and large grand suites, all offering a contemporary décor, modern amenities and a soothing tropical atmosphere.Relax in the hotel’s sea view pool, or sunbathe in our water mirrors while enjoying your favorite beverage from the nearby bar area. Little ones will enjoy the children’s pool. Other modern and convenient amenities include free WIFI and a state of the art Fitness Center featuring a private massage area.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Restaurant
Beach
Canoeing
Airport transportation
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Breakfast buffet
Snack bar
Table tennis
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
24-hour front desk
Laundry service
Room features
Air conditioning
Private beach
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Family
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish

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John B wrote a review Feb 2022
Stafford, Virginia
+1
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort was a disappointing choice. Our room smelled musty and had mildew on the curtains. The in room safe was old and didn't work. The hotel itself needed to be updated and could use a good cleaning and a fresh coat of paint. The beach was dirty and had trash on it, and the pool water was murky. A breakfast was offered everyday, but it was only adequate. The limited staff was friendly and helpful. The view from our room was nice because we could see a beautiful sunrise. The best part of the hotel was the bar at the end of the pier which was well serviced.
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Date of stay: January 2022
2.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
2.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
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jodi m wrote a review Feb 2020
San Jose, Costa Rica
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Great option with beach and pool one mile from Bocas Town. Breakfast is hearty and ample. Plenty of seating options around the pool or beach. The Caribbean is not really swimmable right here, but you can walk a short distance down the road for a sweet little beach that was not at all crowded. All rooms seem to have balconies but there is no privacy from the balcony as all your neighbors can see you.
There's a bar and restaurant on site if you want to chill, but service can be slow AND the drinks are weak. Food is decent. Not sure if there's room service; never saw a menu.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Bronte T wrote a review Jan 2020
4.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a great stay- enjoyed the pool, bar and hot showers. Staff was exceptional, kind and helpful, especially Ivetb at the front desk- we enjoyed a free upgrade upon arrival. Beach access is also available from the pool and the pool has a wonderful view.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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tariksalama wrote a review Apr 2023
Richmond, Virginia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We chose this place because it was outside of the main drag and had both a swimming pool and beach access. The swimming pool was handy because it was large, well appointed and utilized. Our kids enjoyed the break after several day long excursions. Taxis into the downtown were only $2 per person and were available on request at the front desk. We never waited more than ten minutes for one to arrive. Downtown is at most 10 minutes drive so is easily accessible and there was always one to bring us back. The hotel itself was not fancy but had everything you would need. The hotel staff was both friendly and helpful and did everything they could to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Excursions were offered by the front desk. They were at most $5 more than going into town and booking the same tours. However the hotel recommended tour picked you up and brought you back to the hotel . The food and drinks were okay so we mostly went downtown to eat and have drinks. Lunch options were not too bad and we regularly availed ourselves of them. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, found it to be comfortable and enjoyable. Highly recommend for families.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: There are no refrigerators in the room but the staff will readily give you ice when needed at no...
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Luc Sauvé wrote a review Jan 2020
United States
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I visited Bocas Del Toro for 8 days and stayed at Playa Tortuga the first 3 nights of my trip around the islands. First, the location is very convenient. It is not directly in Bocas Town, which is the center of restaurants/ bars/ nightlife, but is conveniently 5 minutes outside by taxi. This allows you to return to a peaceful atmosphere after a night out or day in the hustle and bustle of the town. It is only 3$ a person for a taxi ride into town and the front desk can call you a taxi within 5 minutes at any time. There is also designated times throughout the day and night which the Playa Tortuga shuttle takes you for free! It also is a close distance to Bluff Beach, Skully's Bar, Flying Pirates ATV's, and many other restaurants north of the hotel. It is placed perfectly in the middle of the town and Bluff Beach, Paki Point, etc...

The hotel was beautiful. The pool and beach during sunrise are like a postcard and the over-the-water bar/ restaurant is a wonderful spot at night to have a drink and food. Out of my entire stay in Bocas Del Toro at numerous hotels, Tortuga had the comfiest room and best shower. Always had hot water for showers and the air condition in the room is so refreshing and cool. You can set it to what ever temperature you like.

The front desk staff is there all day and all night and is very helpful with anything you need. I highly recommend this hotel and is definitely the biggest, most luxurious hotel on Isla Colon.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Fran D wrote a review Feb 2024
2.0 of 5 bubbles
It's not what you see. They have been without Wi Fi for 2 days. Basic and limited breakfast. It is not restocked and there is no variety at all. They take forever. Pool towels run out at 10 in the morning. Today we arrived from an excursion and the towels had not been replaced in the rooms. A disaster and at a high price. You can't go to another hotel because they already charged you. The only good thing was the pool and the location. The beach is not a big deal. The facilities are old and lack maintenance. There was humidity in my children's room. They told us that there was no Wi Fi in the entire area and they had it 200 meters away. The menu is limited and prices are higher than on the rest of the islands. Another redeeming thing is the lady at the reception in the afternoon and evening. She tries to be cool and help.
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Date of stay: February 2024
1.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
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ZEMA L wrote a review Mar 2023
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Well, what to say . Very disappointed .
The reception asked to pay even we have payed 10 days before and wouldn’t allowed us to check in until we proved we had payed .

When we finally got the proof , with the email that the hotel sent us the receipt , they made us wait until the last minute for the rooms .

For this inconvenience and the embarrassment at the front desk they told us that we could have the room at 11 am , beside 3 pm as the check in time really .

I thought was very kind of them , after all they tried to charge us twice . When 11 am came, guess what , need to wait more. , no problem .

I did ask if was possible at least one room out of the 5 we had payed to be available so we could put our stuff and go to see the city but the girl at the reception was incredible rude told us to seat and she will let us know when is ready .

I run a your company that brings at lease 40 people ever two month to the island of Bocas c for
Sure not staying in this hotel again.

The staff at the restaurant was amazing , totally different . Smiling , fast and happy to help.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Robby wrote a review Feb 2020
2.0 of 5 bubbles
First of when we called for the freee shuttle from the dock, we would told no free shuttle. Cab at $2 each or shuttle to check in $10 each. After that very limited shuttle to town for no additional cost. In the morning our “breakfast include yellow wrist band” was actually $12 each for very limited, Luke warm/cold buffet. I asked about an upgrade - “should have asked for that when booking. The rooms smell like disinfectant.
I went to front desk a couple of time and was told by a very direct employee, i was wrong.
The room has silvered mirrors and barely marked floor tiles.
The place has potential but its not living up to it.
Michael lester. Room 129
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Date of stay: February 2020
2.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
2.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: Stay in town
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Tammy M wrote a review Apr 2023
Panama City, Panama
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Rented a junior suiite. It was ugly. Door so cracked I could see the outside. Junior Suite had no mini-frig. Dark, ugly welcome into the room. Couch and a TV. Pool half drained. Met with the Manager and a gol a 15% discount from the absolute worst experience of my life. No use of the pool. Turned away from the tiki restaurant because I didn't have a reservation and there were only two people dining.. Sent away in tears. They promote themselves as modern but the cracks in the wooden doors show daylight. My first approach to reservations was a thrreat that if I lost my key I would be charnged $300.00 so my junior suite, which didn't even have a mini-fridge nor no access to ice, kind of sucks. I moved out into a much better spot that had all of the security and necessities needed. All in all I would give this place a 1 star. It kind of ruined my vacation.
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Date of stay: April 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
1.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Make sure they aren't working on their pool. They need to be more attentive of single travellers...
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Sonya wrote a review Mar 2022
Spain
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Arrived 3/26/22 had an amazing greeting by our check in hostess Kenya- if I could take her back to Montana USA I would do it in a minute. We actually gave her $100.00 because she was always available and pleasant. Otherwise dirty, rude staff. The manager especially when I tell you attitude it was appalling but interesting enough once she found out we gave Kenya a 100.00 she was overly kind but I wasn’t even interested in her fake behavior.When we would go to their restaurant the staff was lazy on their cellphone looking at you as if they were the customer - food was cold and never up to par . I don’t recommend this place to anyone.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Answer from Stefanie N
8 contributions
Definwtly Not good enough for a swim.
Answer from jckeys
Marathon, Florida241 contributions121 helpful votes
Sorry not sure but I think it's open to all.
Answer from jckeys
Marathon, Florida241 contributions121 helpful votes
You have to walk down to the bar and they give you a bucket to take to the room, no charge.
Donnis P wrote a tip May 2024
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Beach towels provided "
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Travel226858 wrote a tip Jul 2023
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"This Hotel was. Horrendous experience green 1/2 empty pool Restaurant under repairs couldn’t use the pool or Resturaunt zero stars "
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Tammy M wrote a tip Apr 2023
Panama City, Panama1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"Make sure they aren't working on their pool. They need to be more attentive of single travellers and the fact that we saved money ."
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tariksalama wrote a tip Apr 2023
Richmond, Virginia19 contributions7 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"There are no refrigerators in the room but the staff will readily give you ice when needed at no cost."
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Gottagosumware wrote a tip Feb 2023
British Columbia, Canada279 contributions29 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"great service. inexpensive restaurant & bar."
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PRICE RANGE
€130 - €150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
playa tortuga hotel & beach isla colon, playa tortuga hotel and beach resort, playa tortuga resort beach
LOCATION
PanamaBocas del Toro ProvinceIsla Colon
NUMBER OF ROOMS
117
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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Nearby attractions include Playa Bluff (5.6 km), Red Frog Beach (8.0 km), and Gypsy Travel Panama (2.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a snack bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Arboloco, The View at Oasis, and Up in the Hill - Coffee Shop & Organic Farm.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and a banquet room during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Does Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
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