I just returned from a week long stay at Dona Mara and it was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! I couldn't have asked for more! The staff was extremely friendly, helpful and fun. They really helped to make my stay PERFECT! The location is ALSO absolutely stunning! It's one of the few hotels directly on the beach. And, being a one minute water... more

I wasn't sure what I was expecting at Hotel Dona Mara, but it was not this beautiful little spot right on the water! We got dropped off by water taxi at Dona Mara's dock and rolled our suitcases to the hotel. A guy was there to help us with luggage--we declined his offer, but we were happy to have received... more

We stayed in Bocas Town for three days at Lula's before moving out to the Dona Mara. It's a perfectly decent hotel, but don't go expecting an island resort. Biting bugs abound EVERYWHERE on Isla Carnero... it's basically impossible to be outside after dusk (which happens around 5:30pm) or in the morning. On the other hand, we loved taking the... more

Simple accomodations but extremely clean, very good a/c, the best food on the island, a young couple who Louis and Penny who make the stay as enjoyable, and comfortable as possible. I highly recommend this hotel to those who want a great location, friendly service, and a quiet relaxing place to just forget about all the demands of life. more

We had done some research on hotels in Bocas and could not decide where we wanted to stay so after arriving we talked to one of the several tour guides at the airport and he suggested a hotel on the island of Carenero. A short three minute taxi ride from the town of Bocas separated us from a busy town... more

On our first trip to Bocas del Toro, we decided to wing it with no reservations at any hotels. Our first night we stayed in Bocas at LuLu's B&B. A delightful place. We went for dinner at Buena Vista and noticed an ad in the menu for Dona Mara. We took a quick trip over to the place after dinner.... more

My wife & I and another couple stayed at the Dona Mara and had a great time. We arranged an airport pickup and they were there to meet us. At first glance, your reaction might be "Oh No!! What did I get myself into!" But, the rooms are comfortable, the A/C is nice for those hot days, and the staff... more

I was with a group of 6 American Students. We were there for 4 nights and 5 days. Good Service, maid comes every day. The Hotel crew organize for us, any thing we need, tours, special needs, extra activities, coolers, etc. Food was delicious, the service was a little slow, but worth it. I own a outdoor education company in... more

we are a group from 20 to 80 yrs. old. we met Michael at the airport, he was helping folks get their luggage, taxi,etc. we went to hotel referred to us by trip advisor & was disappointed-NO BEACH!! & rooms facing road. Michael took us to DONA MARA via water taxi & we LOVED the hotel. ocean front rooms, great... more