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Reviews of Jardines Vista del Mar Condos

3 out of 5
Jardines Vista del Mar Condos
P.H. Terrazas Vista del Mar, Avenida G, Playa Istmito, Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Holly

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The condo was relatively clean and spacious and had everything we needed for a family of 3. We were able to prepare our own meals there and had a comfortable stay. The property could use some maintenance and the condo could use a good deep cleaning. We used the pool which was nice but it could also use some maintenance. The location is outside of the main town which makes it nice and quiet (except for the birds that start waking up at around 5 am) but that means you have to get a taxi everywhere which is not always easy to get and we feel like we wasted a lot of time trying to get back and forth to the property. Rosie was very friendly and helpful with suggesting tour guides and came right away to help us when we had an issue with the oven. If we stayed there again, would probably look into renting an ATV or something similar so we would not have to rely on taxi's.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Ross on 18 Mar 2024
We will work on your suggestions.We are pleased that you enjoyed our facilities and we regret the taxi service on the Island......but it is something I cannot fix.We hope you have a great trip!!!

8/10 Good

Erik, Berkeley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a hotel and not in downtown. It is 2km from arrival marina. Taxis are hard to get, but try a water taxi to near the Bocas del Toro sign. The unit is spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from RM on 26 Feb 2024
Unfortunately I do not have control of transportation on the IslandHave a nice trip

8/10 Good

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was construction in front of the condo. Google maps has it's location wrong. Taxi just dropped us on the side of the road. Got directions from a very helpful local.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from RM on 17 Feb 2024
Things are always evolving and changing and the Island does not move away from this situation.We hope you have a good trip

10/10 Excellent

Abid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant and cool stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from RM on 5 May 2023
We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our facilities.Have a great trip and I'll be back soon!

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Response from RM on 28 Feb 2023
We hope you have an excellent trip

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from RP on 11 Feb 2023
Es nuestro placer servir a nuestros clientesQue tengas excelente dia

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great Bocas place to stay
The unit was exactly as presented which is a nice feature. Rosy the manageress was very accomondating and very helpful. Rosy made our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Response from RM on 1 Feb 2023
We are pleased that you have been our client.Have a good trip and I'll be back soon

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place near the ocean. The owner was very nice. I will stay there again
Response from RP on 13 Jan 2023
We hope you had a great tripWe are pleased that you have been our guest

10/10 Excellent

Lyudmyla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good words - I would like to say about the property and manager/owner.
Response from Rossy on 10 Nov 2022
We are very pleased that you enjoyed our facilities.Have a great trip

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rosie was extremely helpful and accommodating. She went out of her way to help us acquire personal belongings that we left behind. She was very responsive and in a timely fashion. Thanks Rosie!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Rossy on 22 Mar 2022
We are very pleased to have been able to collaborate with you and we hope that you have an excellent trip and arrive safely at your destination.

6/10 Okay

Digna E

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from Rossy on 22 Feb 2022
Esperamos que tenga un excelente viaje

2/10 Terrible

Melanie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property did not have clean running water and no solution to fix it. The management even told us first that we had drained the water reserves in a few hours and then told Expedia that the water issue was island wide, which we confirmed immediately to be false. The other apartments in this complex were abandoned with boarded up windows and broken glass. It took myself and 2 children 2 days to finally get approval from Expedia to move to another location. The owner then accused us of leaving the door open which we absolutely did not at any time, and everything was apparently stolen so she is trying to keep our money. Very dishonest listing and management. We have pictures of the poor quality locks, mold, broken furniture and extremely dirty water. Beware! things were stilen.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Sami

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked the walking distances to the beach and the supermarket. The manager/owner Rosy is friendly and reasonable. The rental rates are also reasonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from Rosy on 14 Dec 2021
I wish you a Merry Christmas and a New Year full of: Health, Prosperity, Peace and much more !!!! Good trip

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place to stay, quiet, nice pool, relatively clean. About a 30 minute walk to the port in an area with more locals than foreigners. If you want to be close enough to the action but not too close this is the place to be. One supermarket near by but not any restaurants. However a fully equipped kitchen with all appliances that work. Also many English channels on the TV, a huge plus for me. My only complaint is the wifi wasn't great and a semi ant problem. But I enjoyed the place and kept extending my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from Rossy on 28 Oct 2021
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your suggestion, it helps us to improve and continue growing Have a great trip

8/10 Good

Jean E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to do with the place it self,but cell phone reception was poor,other than that,internet,air conditioning and the accommodations where perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Rosy on 14 Sept 2021
We will take your recommendations into account. We wish you had a nice trip

8/10 Good

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place
This place is a great little out of the way place. Quiet and safe. Rosa was great at check in and was there if we needed anything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Rosy on 28 Mar 2021
Thank you very much for your review, have an excellent trip and I will return soon

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fine. Rosy was very nice. The air conditioner worked
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

cynthia

Liked: Staff & service
Good location, decent price, basic but w/ kitchen
We rented 2 condos for 7 people. The photos were of a newer building next door. Our condos we older, and in need of minor renovations. The window in our bedroom was borded over, for example. However, for the price, and given you can cook family meals together, it is worth the price. Note that grills were advertised as being available on the patios, so we bought meat to grill, but were told that a new law was passed a few months ago that prohibit grills on semi-enclosed places like patios. Also, the water was off from10:30pm to 6:30am due to a water shortage. Bottom line - if you are going to be outside most of the time, this is a fine place, close to Bocas town, short walking distance to a a beach and the Bocoas Del Toros sign. If you are looking for comfort and will be by the pool/in the condos during the day, maybe this place is not for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very nice visit. Rosie was super helpful and very sweet. The condo was super clean and someone cleaned it everyday and left coffee for next morning. You can walk to town in about 20-25 min. Cabs are about $2 per person. They rent golf carts and bikes on island but i would reserve ahead. We had a very pretty water view too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little apartment with very friendly staff. Nice location not to far to town but also pretty close to Palm Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Rosy on 31 Jan 2019
Thanks for your comments. Have a good trip and soon return.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rosie the property’s manager is very nice. She helped us get a taxi and allowed us a late check out. Across the street from the beach. Had a nice balcony with nice chairs were here in December so pleasant outside. Nice clean pool. Kitchen was equipped well enough to make dinner and breakfast for 5 people.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Rosy on 31 Jan 2019
We are grateful that you have enjoyed our facilities and the Island.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Cute little place loved it just perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from Parvez on 26 Sept 2018
Thank you, we are waiting for you on your next visit

10/10 Excellent

Haakayoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic holiday!
The hotel met and exceeded my expectations. It was squeaky clean, came with a fully equipped kitchen, and everything worked perfectly. The bed was superb, in a room that came with more than ample storage space for everything: two night stands, a spacious clothing closet and a safe--all for only $55/night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jean marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs Maintenance
We loved the location. It is a bit out town but easily accessible. The frequent cabs leave from the gas station next door Rosy was welcoming and helpful and responded to concerns about the internet. However our unit had issues that were not resolved in the 3 nights we were there. For example there was no light in one of the bathrooms and the toilet never did flush properly. The main AC did not work and pool furniture needs replacing. For the amount we paid, we would expect a higher standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Rosy on 2 Feb 2018
We give immediate attention to our guests, so we did with the internet if you. I would have communicated the other details that did not work in the apartment I would be sure that it would have been solved. Thanks for the suggestion in the pool, we will work on that

2/10 Terrible

Jay, united States

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a hotel! Ugly beach!
Very hard to find this condo building. Landlady was cordial but installed me in the room below hers. Lots of noise from nearby ghetto, roosters screaming, children crying, dogs barking all night, landlady sat on her porch and chattered constantly and loudly until 230am. No exaggeration. Hard to find food nearby. Drinking water came from a plastic storage tank, tasted awful. Building surrounded by mud and construction trash. Not worth the price! Watching tv, a cockroach crawled across the screen. I got one hour of sleep, waited until dawn, then had to find a taxi back to the boat dock.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Response from Rosy on 31 Jan 2018
We regret very much that he did not feel comfortable, if he had communicated it to me I would have offered him another unit.

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would Not Return
First let me say that Rosie is a very kind and wonderful person but I feel others need to know what they are really getting into if they are renting Jardine Vista Del Mar. Rosie's service is great and she even let us in at 11 am when Air Panama changed our flight. The area is okay and very safe, the beach is not good. If you are expecting to swim here please be aware the water is black and does not smell good. Walk 15 - 20 minutes up the road for a more swimable beach or go to Skully's. Neighbors dogs bark at all hours which starts the roosters crowing so difficult to get a good nights sleep. We rented the Superior Garden View Unit #1 for 10 nights & condition of unit was not as advertised. I would suggest some updated pictures of the furniture etc so people understand what they are getting. Rattan patio furniture was busted with no cushions, there were plastic chairs to use on the very small patio. Foam couch/sofa bed is very low and uncomfortable. Dining room chairs do not match , 2 wooden and 2 light metal. Unit is very clean which is good. Pool itself is very clean but could use some clean up of the dead fall etc around it to make it more inviting. I would not return to these condos given our experience this time.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2017
Thank you for your comments if we are correcting some details that you mention. But we also offered to change apartments and you. I do not accept. Unfortunately there are neighbors around who have their pets and that escapes my hands.

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, good location, away from party center
Basic condo with everything you reasonably need. Bed was not very comfortable and really not much seating inside, which was only a factor at night. Check in process not as easy as it could be, but it was fine. We'd stay here again, but if you are looking to be in the center of the action, this is not your place. Cabs are easy to get as you are next to the only gas station in town which is also a little Mini Market with everything you need. AC in living area, but not in the bedroom
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
loved it
Rosie and Muhammad run a great property. Secluded from the Bocas madness but close enough to it. Great back porch and pool area.

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in paradise
We read many reviews before deciding to stay and the one constant was the owner, Muhammed. He was very nice and went out of his way to make us feel welcome The place was large and as advertised. Full kitchen great water pressure and even a washer and dryer just outside our unit for a nominal fee. The 2 a/c units did a great job. The bed was comfortable and there was a room safe. The location was perfect if you want to be a little out of Bocas Town. It was a quick .60 cent taxi ride per person and near la bomba gasoline station (the only gas station on the island) so it was always easy to find a taxi.

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place with some great balcony views...
Property was in a quieter area just outside of the main town area, but very easy to grab a short taxi ride to the downtown area whenever needed. Although the hotel itself was not the newest or fanciest I have ever stayed in by some margin, it did have undeniable charms. First, the balcony off our room with a sea view was delightful, while the sound of crashing waves could be heard from the other side of the building. Second. Muhammed, the proprietor was a charming gentleman, and was a wealth of information during our entire stay. His recommendations on activities/restaurants were all spot-on, and his advice contributed significantly to our overall successful stay in Bocas.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in bocas
Enjoyed my stay at Jardines. Price was reasonable and located close to everything. Walking distance to a local brewery, and several real good restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bocas bargain
Great host who goes above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need. Nice pool. Quiet location across from the beach. Easy walk to town or 60 cent taxi ride. Very clean and comfortable. Nice kitchen and good sized rooms. Wonderful friendly staf.

6/10 Okay

FRANCK

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Accès à l'établissement compliqué car derrière une autre résidence sans aucun panneau ni aucune indication reçue. Le ménage est fait tous les 2 jours. La climatisation de la chambre twin ne fonctionnait plus malgré une première tentative de réparation. Elle fut remise en état pour la dernière nuit. Rozy vous accueille chaleureusement. La plage de l'autre côté est dégueulasse (dechets+algues noires en putréfaction) impossible de se baigner à cet endroit ! Donc l'emplacement de la résidence n'est pas top car il faut se rendre à la plage suivante. Pour se rendre dans le centre de Bocas il faut utiliser les taxis (1$)ou schuttles (0.70$) ! Il manque des ustensiles de cuisine neufs et propres. Globalement l'appartement est correct mais l'emplacement pas au mieux.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from RM on 12 Feb 2024
Merci pour vos commentairesNous envoyons toujours un message sur notre emplacement avec tous les détails pour le confort du client.Quant à la plage, je n'ai aucun contrôle sur la nature.Mais nous sommes heureux d'avoir une bonne communication avec vous.Bon voyage

4/10 Poor

JOSE

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Ross on 11 Jan 2024
Lamentamos mucho que no haya disfrutado de su estancia, habríamos hecho lo posible por satisfacerle si nos hubiera informadoTenga un a%o excelente

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Muy gentiles, bonito apartamento, cerca del centro.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from RM on 11 Jan 2024
Deseamos que tenga un excelente 2024Buen viaje y pronto regreso

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excelente
Excelente Hospedaje con todo lo necesario y la atención de doña Rossy genial, volveria sin dudarlo!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from RM on 6 May 2023
Estamos complacidos que haya disfrutado de la tranquilidad de nuestras instalacionesFeliz viaje y pronto regreso!!!

8/10 Good

Rebeca

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
La atención fue buena
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from RM on 15 Mar 2023
Estamos complacidos que usted haya sido nuestro huéspedDeseamos que tenga un excelente viaje y éxitos en el futuro venidero

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from RP on 22 Feb 2023
Nos sentimos muy complacidos de haberle recibido en nuestras instalaciones y que haya disfrutado de las mismasQue tenga un excelente viaje!!

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Apartment ist mit dem Taxi 2 Minuten vom Centro entfernt. Man hat seine Ruhe und das Apartment ist voll ausgestattet.
Response from RM on 6 Feb 2023
Es war uns eine Freude, Sie in unseren Einrichtungen empfangen zu haben.Hab eine schöne Reise!!

10/10 Excellent

Luis Javier

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy aseado muy limpio
Response from Rossy on 6 Dec 2022
Estimado cliente,Nos sentimos complacidos que haya disfrutado de nuestras instalacionesDesemos que tenga feliz Navidad y fiestas de fin de a%oBuen viaje

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelentes, super limpio comodo, la anfitriona super amable...
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from RP on 24 Oct 2022
Fue mi placer tenerles como clientes y que hayan disfrutado de su estadia en mis instalciiones y de esta maravillosa IslaQue tengan un buen viaje!!!

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Rossy on 15 Jun 2022
Fue un placer recibirle en mis instalaciones Que tenga un buen viaje!!!

10/10 Excellent

Dagoberto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Bocas del Toro en familia Costa Rica
La estadía estuvo muy bien, Rosy super antenta y a pesar que el día que llegamos estaba la piscina fuera de funcionamiento; ya para la tarde/noche lo tenia resuelto. Las habitaciones cómodas en general y el a/c funcionando, que era muy necesario jajaja. Personalmente me parecio muy bonito el lugar y si volvería; lo único fue, para mi, algunas sabanas de cama un poco manchadas, pero nada de que preocuparse. La verdad me encanto, me hubiera gustado quedarme muchos mas, porque solo nos quedamos 3 noches. Muchas gracias por las atenciones Rosy y espero volver.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Rossy on 26 Mar 2022
Deseamos que haya tenido un excelente viaje Gracias por habernos elegido y que haya disfrutado de nuestras instalaciones

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Tranquilo
Un buen lugar para descansar. Tranquilo. Bueno para las familias.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Rossy on 22 Mar 2022
Que tenga un excelente viaje

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from Rossy on 2 Feb 2022
Esperamos que haya tenido un buen viaje y que tenga un excelente 2022