About

Welcome to Bodhi Hostel, where everything is designed with passion and nature in mind. Most of the furniture and decorations are handmade with recycled products or renewable resources. Through traveling, we hope for you to learn more about our world, about yourself, about people and cultures. Bodhi Hostel is named after the very tree under which Buddha achieved enlightenment. In creating an open and sociable atmosphere, we want you to make new friends, and leave feeling a little enlightened yourself.

We offer free breakfast, high speed internet WiFi, lockers, bikes for rent, communal kitchen, bbq area and bar with affordable beer.

Every bed in our place has a comfortable semi-therapeutic mattress (the same ones used in hospitals), pillow, hotel quality linen, towel, electric plug, individual lamps, fan, and curtains.

Our mission is to provide you with the best experience possible, whether you need a local guide or directions to get to the main attractions, we will do everything in our means to satisfy your needs.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Coworking Space
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

9.5Superb(979)
  • Value for Money
    9.6
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    9.1
  • Cleanliness
    9.4
  • Staff
    9.6
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    9.2
Summary of traveller reviews

Bodhi Hostel & Lounge in El Valle de Anton is praised for its friendly and helpful staff, great location, and excellent value. Guests enjoy the clean facilities, well-equipped kitchen, and the beautiful garden area perfect for relaxing. The free breakfast is a consistent highlight. It's well-suited for backpackers and solo travellers seeking a relaxed atmosphere and information on local hikes.

Stayed in Jul 2026
8.9
F
Florian
Male, 18-24, Netherlands
best place to stay in this little town
Stayed in Jul 2026
10
A
Alexandria
Female, 25-30, USA
Not a huge social hostel. But a very nice place to slow down, breathe some fresh air, and relax. My friend and I visited for a weekend. We are working in Panama City and this was the perfect escape from city life.
Stayed in Jun 2026
10
A
Anthony
Male, 18-24, France
Super ambiance, super hostel, super petit déjeuner, j’ai rencontré du monde, les randonnées autour sont à faire absolument.
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Location

Main Street, Next to Melo, El Valle de Anton, Panama
0.5km from city centre