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Featuring a private beach area, water sports facilities, and a garden, Akwaba Lodge provides accommodation in The Gap with free WiFi and sea views. The property features inner courtyard views. The family-friendly restaurant serves African and American dishes, as well as Cajun Creole and Caribbean cuisine. At the bed and breakfast, units have a desk. All units include a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, while some rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen fitted with an oven. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around The Gap, like fishing, canoeing and hiking. Guests at Akwaba Lodge can enjoy snorkelling and diving nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Charlotte
    France France
    A moment out of time, a fantastic stay. Incredible lodge surrounded by lush nature. Everything was done to ensure that our stay went smoothly, and that we were able to make the most of it (snorkeling equipment available, help and advice on the...
  • Alexej
    Germany Germany
    Hands down the best place we have stayed on in any of our travels. We enjoyed being a bit more isolated from Bocas itself. The island is amazingly vibrant and natural. The owners are just so friendly and the food was really amazing. Being able to...
  • Käti
    Estonia Estonia
    Everything was perfect. The owners and the staff were super friendly and nice, the place itself is surrounded by paradise, there's also a backyard jungle. The food is delightful (if you're visiting - definitely book a dinner as well). Besides the...

Managed by Akwaba Lodge

Company review score: 9.6Based on 44 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Akwaba Lodge is the story of a French family, JC and Natali, who discovered expatriation at an early age thanks to their parents who moved to Africa. JC lived for many years in Ivory Coast, a country that deeply impacted him. Akwaba means "welcome" or rather "Good arrival" in the language of Ivory Coast. Akwaba Lodge is a team dedicated to offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making sure that each client feels at home during their stay.

Property information

Akwaba Lodge is located in the heart of a tropical paradise on the island Solarte, Bocas del Toro, Panama. It is a real haven of peace, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Its exclusive location guarantees a quiet and relaxing getaway. The crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea invite you to swim, snorkel and participate in water activities (we offer kayaks, paddle boards and snorkeling equipment for free to our customers). The surroundings of the Akwaba Lodge is home to spectacular marine fauna. Our future customers will be able to swim with colorful tropical fish, starfish, dolphins and, hopefully, majestic sea turtles. The lush gardens of our lodge offer a peaceful environment to walk and relax. The exotic aromas of tropical flowers and the singing of tropical birds create a charming atmosphere. Every morning and every night, you can admire the beautiful sunrises and sunsets from our pier, the occasion Perfect to relax with an exotic cocktail in your hand.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Akwaba
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Cajun/Creole • Caribbean • French • Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • Spanish • Local • Asian • International • Latin American • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Facilities of Akwaba Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid meals
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Fast free WiFi 111 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Akwaba Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Discover Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Akwaba Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Akwaba Lodge

  • Guests staying at Akwaba Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

  • Akwaba Lodge is 850 yards from the centre of The Gap. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Akwaba Lodge include:

    • Apartment
    • Holiday Home
    • Double
    • Family

  • Check-in at Akwaba Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, Akwaba Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Akwaba Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Private beach area
    • Beach

  • The prices at Akwaba Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Akwaba Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Akwaba