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Cosmic Crab Resort

3.0 star property

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Bungalow, Sea View, Overwater | Beach/ocean view
Cabin, Garden View | View from room
Cabin | Terrace/patio
Cabin, Garden View
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Carenero Island Trail, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View, Overwater

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Romantic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Overwater

Romantic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Overwater

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow, Sea View, Overwater

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Romantic Cabin, Sea View, Overwater

Romantic Cabin, Sea View, Overwater

  • Sea view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bungalow, Sea View, Overwater

Bungalow, Sea View, Overwater

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin | Room amenity

Cabin

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin, Garden View

Cabin, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin | Terrace/patio

Cabin

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin

Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Cabin, Partial Sea View

Family Cabin, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin | Living area

Cabin

  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin, Garden View

Cabin, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Bocas del Toro

With a stay at Cosmic Crab Resort in Bocas del Toro, you'll be on the beach, just a 3-minute walk from Bolivar Park and 6 minutes by foot from Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea. .This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bastimento-Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bocas del Toro Ferry Terminal.

Getting around

  • Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tequila Republic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mana Bar and Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cosmic Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barco Hundido Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Island Tap House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cosmic Crab Resort

Cosmic Crab Resort offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a waterslide and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a waterslide. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Satisfy your appetite at Cosmic Crab Cafe, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Cosmic Crab Cafe - This beachfront seafood restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 12 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cosmic Crab Cafe

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

3 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Cosmic Crab Resort Carenero Island

Cosmic Crab Carenero Island

Cosmic Crab Resort Carenero

Cosmic Crab Resort Hotel

Cosmic Crab Resort Bocas del Toro

Cosmic Crab Resort Hotel Bocas del Toro

Cosmic Crab Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 135 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Great amenities for the price. Location was an issue at times getting transport to/from restaurants tours but overall good stay for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Billy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place has great views and the food is good. They have a varity of drinks good luck getting service. Service is terrible you have go hunt someone down. They move very slow and never check back on you. The owner could make much more money if they just serve people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Barry

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lukas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have travelled all.over central america and this was the single worst experience I have ever had. EVER. Avoid this place completely as you have many great options
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lukas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The worst customer service I have ever experienced. Impossible to get a hold of or communicate with on needs. These islands have so many great places so make sure you avoid this one it's not worth your time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Though we were in one of the cabins we were on the front sp the noise of the bars were so loud, even earplugs didnt work. Quite a bit of rain so lots of biting animals! Pool didnt look very inviting. Had a problem with the plumbing and though we were offered to move we were only there for 3 nights. Though it was Christmas time we thought it was overpriced as did not include breakfast. Everyone was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were really hoping for a positive stay, but unfortunately this property did not meet basic comfort or maintenance standards for us. The host was friendly in communication; however, the property itself was very rundown. The bed and bedding were extremely uncomfortable and felt worn, and there was very limited seating in the room. The chairs that were provided were unstable and in poor condition. Much of the property appeared to be in disrepair, including areas of flooring that felt soft and rotting underfoot. The shower had very low water pressure and was broken, and the drain did not work properly, causing water to pool significantly during use. Our room was not serviced or cleaned at any point during our six-night stay. The air conditioner barely worked - the lowest it would get was 23C. Music was so loud from nearby bars I struggled to fall asleep every night. Some nights music went till 6am. Several advertised amenities were not available during our visit, including complimentary breakfast and kayaks. Additionally, the location is close to marshland, which resulted in a large number of insects throughout the stay. While the host was polite and responsive, the overall condition of the property and lack of functioning amenities made our stay quite uncomfortable. We would recommend significant maintenance and clearer listing information for future guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

dilraj

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I am very positive and always find great things to address, but I failed on this one! Located in really bad and in inaccessible part of the island. There is nothing to do unless you take a boat. LOTS AND LOTS of bugs (noseeems) we couldn't even step outside without being devoured. Off didnt do anything! Food was ok nothing to rave home about I got Fish Skewers, go fish lol. Dog poo was constant annoyance in front of the room door. Pool water was very dirty we couldn't work up courage to go in. There was a small handsoap in the bathroom for toiletries. It was a real disappointment.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We received a room upgrade due to being assigned the wrong room upon arrival. The room was brand new and large with a comfortable bed and huge bathroom. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The restaurant meals were excellent with good portions. And the pool with the swim up bar was a welcome treat. portions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni-Q

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic, my host Joan was incredibly welcoming and helpful in making my experience in Bocas great. I was fortunate to get a room upgrade which I’m grateful for and got to be in the over water bungalows. The food was delicious, especially the lobster!! The staff, location… I reiterate, everything! Simply enjoyable. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I could have done without loud reggae especially in the morning disturbing the tranquility, some bossa nova perhaps? Dining was a too expensive for mediocre food, drinks expensive & very weak.theres an awful lot of chitras around the area due to plants in standing water surrounding the property but the view off porch from overwater bungalows was amazing! The AC is great & all staff very helpful and kind😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from room cannot be better! All staff & owners are amazing kind & helpful! The dining options limited as you must take water taxi to town but the food on site is wonderful & delicious! I am so happy I found this place!
View from my front porch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an adorable place on the water! It is walkable to anywhere on Carenero Island! And just a quick water taxi to Bocas town! Cosmic Crab has a beautiful swim up pool over looking the water, jungle and water front cabanas! Very clean, two restaurant s on the site. The coconut shrimp is the best! If you have a boat, you can easily dock alongside the waterfront cabanas. The day I was there they had tropical live music by the pool (Atlantis) . A beautiful little landscape place to hang out either by yourself or with friends. A little tip: If you’re walking around Isla Carenero, you may want to bring sunscreen and bug soray for no see ums. You can add Cosmic Crab to your unique stay in when visiting Bocas del Toro.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Katty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times, and the relaxed vibe always brings me back. The grounds have one of the best sunset views. The staff is fun and attentive. We think the restaurant has some of the best food and drinks in Bocas. It easy to get a water taxi to Isla Colon or other islands. You can relax by the pool, enjoy the beautiful garden, or read a book in your over the water cabina.
Looking out of the restaurant.
Looking out of over the water cabina.
Paradise omelet for breakfast.
The famous bloody mary's poolside
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John Ryan

Travelled with family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful getaway for the week. Best sleep in years! Beautiful grounds. Love all the wildlife. Joan and Steven were lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Me and my partner stayed for 3 nights. The hotel is right on the water. It is on a smaller, more secluded island, which is only a 2 minute boat taxi from the main island. The hosts were attentive, they helped us book day tours around the different islands. The food served at the restaurant was delicious and well worth eating there. There is a very chilled atmosphere in the hotel which is ideal for the island feeling. We spent a lot of time in the pool, it was clean and fresh, overlooking the ocean and some amazing sunsets. Overall, we had a wonderful time with the wonderful hosts. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a few days in paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Semen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location - you can’t beat staying on water and being 15 min from a beautiful tropical beach! Also, Jesse and Steven are very welcoming and attentive hosts. They gave us good advice what to do and how to get there. We liked their breakfast, it’s quite filling.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

snait

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The food here at the restaurant was amazing! Great service also.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, colorado springs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really nice with a nice clean pool, ocean front and over water bungalows, great food and awesome staff! 1 minute boat ride to Bocas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Taisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rocksie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025