A Family-Run Bed & Breakfast Over the Sea in Bocas del Toro
Saigon Bay Bed and Breakfast is a small, family-run bed and breakfast built entirely over the sea in Bocas del Toro, Panama. We are Angie and Nicolas, your hosts. Angie was born and raised in Panama City, Nicolas is from Caracas, Venezuela, and we have both called Bocas del Toro home for about 20 years.
Our wooden, Caribbean-style house stands over Saigon Bay, a few minutes from the center of Bocas Town on Isla Colón. You walk in through the social area and the kitchen to a large deck over the water, facing the bay and the mountains of the mainland.
The pace here is easy. Guests spend their days watching sunsets from the deck, looking at the marine life below, reading on a lounge chair or sharing dinner outside. When you want to explore, grab one of our bikes and ride into town, or take a kayak through the mangrove channels and out to the nearby reefs.
The deck has plenty of spots to catch the constant breeze, and the living room has comfortable sofas, tables to work at and a small library of books in several languages, left by guests from around the world.
There are two ways to stay with us. Our four private rooms in the main house are each decorated differently, inspired by the sea, with a private bathroom, air conditioning and ceiling fans, and daily breakfast is included. Next door, in a separate over-the-water building, our two private suites, Vista Jardín and Vista Mar, each have a full kitchen, a separate bedroom and a private bathroom. Groups of up to eight guests can also rent the whole main house.
Because everything is built over the sea, Saigon Bay is an adults-only property. It is ideal for couples, solo travelers and small groups of friends.
Saigon: A Quiet Bay Minutes from Bocas Town
Saigon is a quiet residential neighborhood on a small bay, about a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute bike ride from the center of Bocas Town. You are close to restaurants, shops and nightlife, but far enough from the noise to get a good night’s sleep. Within a five-minute walk there are local mini markets and places to eat, like El Beso del Dragón.
From the deck you look across the whole bay to the Talamanca mountain range, which divides the Caribbean Sea from the Pacific Ocean. Our neighbors are quiet local residents, and evenings are calm. You are welcome to relax and enjoy a drink, but this is not a party house or a party neighborhood.
Saigon is not a typical tourist area, so you get to experience Bocas del Toro the way locals do. Most people get around on foot, by bike or by taxi. For ideas on where to eat and what to do, see our Bocas del Toro travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs Saigon Bay Bed and Breakfast?
Saigon Bay is run by its owners, Angie and Nicolas, who have lived in Bocas del Toro for about 20 years. We speak English and Spanish and are happy to help you plan your days.
Where is Saigon Bay Bed and Breakfast?
We are at Avenida G, El Final, Saigon Adentro, in Bocas Town on Isla Colón, Bocas del Toro, Panama. The center of town is about a 15-minute walk, a 5-minute bike ride or a short taxi ride away. See how to get to Bocas del Toro.
What are your check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 pm and check-out is by 11:00 am. Our reception is open every day from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Do you accept children?
No. Because the property is built entirely over the sea, Saigon Bay is adults only.
Are kayaks and bikes included?
Yes. Guests can use our kayaks and snorkeling gear for free, and bikes are available to ride into town or out to the beaches.
How do I book?
Book directly on our Rooms & Suites page for our best rate, or message us on WhatsApp at +507 6354-0544.
Guest Reviews
What our guests say
Google 4.8 / 5|Booking.com 9.2 / 10|Tripadvisor 4.9 / 5|Airbnb 4.77 / 5
