Nayara Bocas del Toro

Nayara Bocas del Toro is an exclusive all-inclusive, adults-only property that features an array of sixteen over-water villas on a private island in the Bocas del Toro area, off the Caribbean coast in Panama. Fringed by approximately three miles of coral reefs, the property is a haven for snorkeling and other aquatic sports. The sixteen over-water villas immerse guests in the lush Caribbean scenery, allowing them to snorkel, paddleboard, or kayak directly from their rooms. Some villas feature glass floor panels for underwater marine viewing while others have saltwater pools and steps that lead into the sea; all were inspired by the barefoot romance of Bali, with natural materials, beds wrapped in tumpang sari canopies (Javanese-style layered beams carved into a vaulted ceiling), and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the view out over the sea. Two restaurants serve international dishes with a local twist, using the freshest seafood from the Caribbean Sea. The property’s idyllic island location makes it a wonderland for aquatic pursuits—from snorkeling and paddle boarding to kayaking through the mangroves and dolphin viewing in the bay (Dolphin Bay is aptly named – pods of dolphins are frequently spotted swimming around). Other excursions include scuba diving, fishing, visiting indigenous chocolate farms, and exploring Monkey Island—a secluded monkey sanctuary. The hotel offers the world’s first over-water beach, hovering on stilts, with white sand, lush palms, and the Tipsy Bar, an ideal spot to while away the hours and soak up the tropical breeze.