Casa Acuario

Casa Acuario is a magical place. The rooms are like being on a boat and are beautifully decorated and comfy. You have a little kitchennette. From the dock you can see manta rays and star fish. It’s really beautiful and a 5 minute ride in water taxi. The white noise machine works wonders when the music from nearby bars became bothersome. Mandy and JP are wonderful hosts and do so much for the environment of Isla Carenero. Make sure you visit, bluff beach and Zapatilla while you are there. If not just enjoy snorkelling and napping on the hammock at Casa Acuario.

Our family of four, including teens age 16 and 19, stayed here over Christmas and we all LOVED it! Mandy and JP were gracious hosts, and went above and beyond to make our visit great by recommending places to visit, eat, etc. Honestly, I want to be Mandy :) and run this very sweet little inn on this special little island. The breakfast menu is awesome and everything was a hit with my family. For lunches and dinners we liked that there are several fantastic places to eat within easy walking distance of the inn - Leaf Eaters, Bibi's, and Coquitos. Per Mandy's recommendation, we also took a boat to The Firefly for Christmas dinner which we really enjoyed and we got a glimpse of the area's bioluminescent plankton on the boat trip home which was an added bonus! I echo what all others have said here - this is a GREAT place to stay, with exceptional staff, clean rooms, and access to the little things that can really make a difference on vacation in a tropical climate - Mandy and JP have have thought of it all - beach towels, functional snorkel gear, coffee, bug repellent, Zyrtec, yoga mats, an honor fridge with cold drinks, etc. This is without a doubt where I would stay again if I ever make it back to Bocas and I say this after having also stayed somewhere else on the island after leaving Casa Acuario. Stay here.

Excellent/tasty food. Great menu, had a veggie fluffy omelette with potatoes that started with homemade bread + jam = really good. All-around wonderful service. Waterfront eating and it’s part of a hotel too. You can take a $1 launch from Bocas - only takes 5 minutes. RECOMMEND!

Mandy and Jp were so helpful and welcoming, they gave us great information and tips about Bocas del Toro and Panama. All the details were perfect at Casa Acuario. A true paradise. They really made our stay in Bocas so enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Bocas del Toro. Will definitely stay here for our future stays in Bocas.

It is a beautiful hotel situated right on the bay. Rooms are well-appointed, and it is obvious that owners Mandy and JP have put a great deal of thought into the look and feel of the hotel. The beds were super comfy, the views were fantastic, and the hospitality was top-rate. The only downside outside anyone's control was the little sandflies that enjoyed nibbling anyone in sight. Bring a strong bug repellent. Definitely worth a stay if you travel to Bocas Del Toro. You can't be wrong here!

A really special place to visit. Every detail has been considered and the hosts could not have been nicer. Swim from the deck and watch the world go by. Several restaurants nearby or catch a water taxi into Bocas. The beds are the comfiest ever!