Al Natural Resort sits on the beach at Punta Vieja on Isla Bastimentos, inside a national park, away from the town bustle. The property page lists a two-class property with five room types, all with beach views, from the Natural House for two to a three-bedroom Natural House that sleeps six, with furnished balconies and safes. Breakfast is included, and the on-site dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with ocean views. There is a spa and massage service, a concierge, tour and ticket help, boat tours, kayaking, fishing, wildlife viewing, a garden and a playground, with free self parking and pets accepted under conditions. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 from 21 reviews, a small but enthusiastic sample, with location scoring a perfect 10.
Location and getting around
The resort is on Bastimentos, reached by boat from Bocas Town, and reviewers praise the beachfront setting and the nearby snorkeling. Starfish Beach, the Hill Organic Coffee Farm, surfing, hiking and biking trails and ziplining are nearby. Because the property is remote, plan transfers in advance and ask the resort how to arrive. Some reviewers mention limited phone and Wi-Fi coverage, so do not plan to work from here, and one older review noted a lack of electrical outlets in the accommodations, so confirm the current setup and bring a flashlight.
The rooms and the feel
The accommodations are houses and bungalows rather than hotel rooms, with sizes from about 650 to 750 square feet, and they suit couples, families and small groups. The feel is of a rustic, nature-first lodge, with kayaks, boat tours, wildlife viewing and fishing offered, and a dining room that serves all meals. It is the kind of place where you swim, read and watch birds rather than go out in the evening. The playground and babysitting by arrangement make it more family-friendly than many remote lodges.
Good to know
Check-in is in the morning, from 10 am to 1 pm, and late check-in from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm carries a fee, so plan boat times accordingly. Check-out is at 10 am. One small dog up to about 33 pounds is accepted for a fee and deposit. Free cancellation is offered on select rates. The premises are smoke-free. With only 21 reviews, check recent comments before you book and ask the resort about power, connectivity and meals.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront setting
- ✓Breakfast included
- ✓On-site dining room
- ✓Kayaking and boat tours
- ✓Spa and massage
- ✓Garden and playground
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Tour and ticket help
Good questions
How do I reach Al Natural Resort?+
It is on Isla Bastimentos and is reached by boat from Bocas Town. Ask the resort to arrange your transfer and confirm the arrival window.
Is breakfast included?+
Yes, breakfast is included, and the on-site dining room also serves lunch and dinner.
Is there phone and Wi-Fi coverage?+
Reviewers mention limited coverage, so plan to be offline and confirm the current setup with the resort.
