Surf Break at Paunch

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

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About this property

Offering a large deck to sun and lounge to enjoy jungle views and ocean sounds, Surf Break at Paunch is a bed & breakfast set in Paunch Beach in the Isla Colon Region, 3.7 km from Bocas Town. Each room also has a private seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Each room comes with a private bathroom fitted with a hot water shower. There are various restaurants and bars within walking or biking distance. The property is also less than 200 meters away from one of Boca's best surf breaks and within a walking or biking distance to the three other surf breaks in Isla Colon.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Fernando
Brazil Brazil
“If you are going to surf, this is the best place to stay. In front of Paunch, and near to other beaches. David is very attentive, and quickly replied our doubts and messages. The room is big and clean. Thank you David for the amazin time there!”
Nienke
Netherlands Netherlands
“Great cabin, very spacious, close to paunch, nice and quiet area with surf beaches. We were very happy that there was a coffee machine! Host David was very helpful.”
Annafh
Spain Spain
“Habitación muy cómoda, muy grande y con vistas a la selva preciosas. Trato inmejorable de Catiana.”
Markéta
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“vlastní kuchyň přímo v pokoji, výhled na džungli Restaurace 50 metrů. David byl moc milý a ochotný. Hovoří anglicky”
Frank
Germany Germany
“Tolle Lage und ausreichend Platz. Blick auf das Meer von der Terrasse”
Preciado
Panama Panama
“Era la ubicación que buscaba. En Paunch Beach y muy cerca de Bluff. Como crucé mi automóvil no dependía de Taxi. Si no llevas auto recomiendo alquilar bicicleta electroacústica para ir a bocas town q es lo q la nayoría de gente hace. A pesar de...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by David

Company review score: 10Based on 16 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I moved to Bocas to get away from the grind and take a hold of my own future. I moved from Park City area in Utah, prior to that from Dallas, Texas. I love the outdoors and the Caribbean life and love to share my experience with others and to meet new people.

Property information

Surf Break at Paunch is located at Paunch Beach on Isla Colon in Bocas del Toro, Panama. We have four beautiful rooms and amazing tree house like views. Here you can wake up to the sounds of Howler Monkeys and tropical birds and fall asleep to the sounds of the ocean from the nearby surf. When you visit us, not only are you visiting an amazing tropical paradise with tons of unique wildlife, beautiful plants and landscapes, but also an epic surf spot right at our front door…with more amazing beaches and surf spots just a short walk, bike, taxi or boat ride away!

Neighbourhood information

Playa Paunch or Punch, depending on your native accent or what map you read is one of the more popular surf breaks in Bocas del Toro. Although best known for its surf, Playa Paunch is lovely in and of itself. Its pleasant and surprisingly uncrowded, and its shoreline affords wonderful views of Isla Colón and Isla Carenero in the distance. It may be one of the island’s best and most convenient places to spend the day lounging by the sea. In the Paunch area (and beyond), you are away from the hustle and bustle of Bocas Town. Here you can see tons of wildlife on a daily basis – most of which you’d never see in town. Toucans, sloths, iguanas, and two species of monkeys (Howler and Capuchin). The area is excellent for bird watching and you can take a tour through the jungle if you want to become more familiar with the abundant plant life on this tropical island. Still, most people come here to surf. The waves break both left and right and tend to vary in size, making it perfect for intermediate and advanced surfers.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly be informed that the balance must be payed in cash upon check-in. In case guests do not want to carry cash or visit the local bank, they can pay by PayPal or Credit Card, but both will carry an extra fee.

Please note: allergy warning, as there are dogs that live on the property.

Although there are various beaches within walking or biking distance education, the beaches closest to the property are mostly reef, most popular for surfing. Occasionally one can wade into sandbars during low tide.

We strongly recommend guests considering staying here research Bocas in advance to understand the area, where we are located and the seasons (wet vs dry season, when is it best to surf, when and where is best to swim, etc).

The property is on a jungle hillside. Please bring strong insect repellent, and mosquito nets are provided for those guests that want extra protection at night.

The area is most popular for hiking, biking, and surfing, and there are many beaches for exploring and swimming all over Bocas, just a short bicycle, taxi or water taxi away!

Please inform Surf Break at Paunch in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.

This property may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.