Isla Popa, Bocas del Toro Province hotel rooms at the Independent

"This was one of the best stays of my life!! The place is unbelievably STUNNING!! Beautiful amenities and ambience,crystal clear waters,spotless-perfectly decorated bungalow . The owners Alfred and Sonia are a dream come true , so accommodating and attentive . They made our vacation a dream come true . I’ll be recommending this place to EVERYONE !! It’s a once in a lifetime type of experience ! We can’t wait to go back !!"

"We were treated well, we ate well, and we slept well."

"It was very nice and very serene. Nice little getaway. The water right outside the porch your private porch is great. If you are looking for peace and quiet this is your place. No TV, no fridge no outlets so I just suggest bring some power banks and you can charge at the front desk. The staff was nice and I believe the owners were there too and were super nice. We also got to see a few dolphins swimming close to our bungalow a couple of times. "

"Best place I’ve stayed in years. Very comfortable, great views, amazing staff and great food!! We will definitely go back!!"

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable Anniversary at Nayara Bocas del Toro We recently celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary at Nayara Bocas del Toro, and our experience was nothing short of unbelievable. Having traveled all over the world—including the Maldives, which we thought would be impossible to beat—we can now say with confidence this is our number one destination. The service and food were by far the best we have ever had in our lives. The property is spotless, stunning, and so peaceful that it instantly puts you at ease. On the day of our anniversary, the staff went above and beyond to make it truly unforgettable, and we will cherish those memories forever. The dolphin sunset tour is an absolute must—it was magical and one of the highlights of our trip. We loved our stay so much that I actually cried when it was time to leave. We’re already looking forward to returning for our 11th anniversary. If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, this is the place."

"There was an issue with the room because of heavy rains and nothing under the hotels control, but the way the team handled everything was truly outstanding. The staff were attentive, professional, and genuinely eager to make things right. They went above and beyond to ensure I felt comfortable and well taken care of, which made all the difference. Despite the hiccup, I left with a very positive impression and would happily stay here again. The hotel is in a great location and the beach club is really nice! We even saw dolphins in the sea when sitting at the pool's bar which was insane. "

"Hermoso lugar, muy buena hospitalidad, muy buena comida. Me encantó nuestro bungalo,volveria millones de veces a visitar ese lugar"