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Here is what the lodge says about it, who it suits and who should book something else.<\/p>\n<div class=\"htf-hero-meta\">\n<div class=\"htf-meta-author\">\n<div class=\"htf-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div>\n<div><strong>Joona &amp; Alla<\/strong>Rovaniemi, Finland<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span> November 2026 <span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span> 9 min read <span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span> Updated for the 2026\u20132027 season<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img\">\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img-inner\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/casa-cayuco-pelicano-beachfront-bungalow-with-its-thatched-roof.jpg\" alt=\"Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow with its thatched roof\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<!-- HungryTravelPanama READER PERK -->\n<div class=\"htf-sale-banner\" style=\"margin:28px 0 36px;padding:22px 28px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#C8A45A 0%,#d8b970 50%,#C8A45A 100%);border-radius:10px;color:#0d2018;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:24px;box-shadow:0 8px 24px rgba(200,164,90,0.25);\">\n<div style=\"flex:0 0 auto;font-size:13px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:3px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#0d2018;color:#C8A45A;padding:8px 14px;border-radius:4px;\">Reader perk<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex:1 1 260px;\">\n<div style=\"font-family:'Playfair Display',serif;font-size:24px;line-height:1.2;font-weight:600;margin-bottom:4px;\">4% off your Casa Cayuco stay<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;opacity:0.85;\">Book through <a href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#0d2018;font-weight:700;\">our link<\/a> \u2014 the code <strong style=\"font-size:18px;letter-spacing:1px;background:#0d2018;color:#C8A45A;padding:2px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin:0 4px;\">HungryTravelPanama<\/strong> is pre-filled in the promo box (type it in if you don&#8217;t see it).<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- ARTICLE + SIDEBAR -->\n<div class=\"htf-wrap\"><!-- BODY -->\n<article class=\"htf-body\">\n<p>Most couples searching for a beachfront bungalow in Panama want the same three things: privacy, a sea breeze and something that feels special. Pelicano is the room Casa Cayuco itself recommends for honeymooners and anyone celebrating, so we looked at it closely. Everything below comes from the lodge&#8217;s own description and booking terms; we have not stayed there yet and we will not pretend otherwise.<\/p>\n<div class=\"htf-tldr\">\n<div class=\"htf-tldr-label\">Short answer<\/div>\n<p><strong>The Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow is a two-guest, queen-bed bungalow with a thatched roof, set on the beach at Casa Cayuco on Isla Bastimentos.<\/strong> It is the lodge&#8217;s smallest cabin and, in its own words, the perfect suite for honeymooners or a special occasion. Book through <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> and check that the code <strong>HungryTravelPanama<\/strong> is in the promo box for 4% off; all meals and the boat from Bocas Town are included.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<!-- HTF-BOOK-CTA -->\n<div class=\"htf-la-cta\">\n<div class=\"htf-la-cta-text\">\n<p class=\"htf-la-eyebrow\">Our pick \u00b7 4% off with code HungryTravelPanama<\/p>\n<p class=\"htf-la-title\">Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow at Casa Cayuco<\/p>\n<p class=\"htf-la-sub\">Beachfront bungalow \u00b7 sleeps 2 \u00b7 1 queen bed. All meals and the boat transfer from Bocas Town included \u00b7 3-night minimum.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<a class=\"htf-la-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Check live rates \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-toc\">\n<div class=\"htf-toc-label\">In this guide<\/div>\n<ol><li><a href=\"#s1\">What the Pelicano bungalow actually is<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#s2\">Who Pelicano is for (and who it is not)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#s3\">Open-air living: what to expect from the thatched roof<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#s4\">What is included when you stay in Pelicano<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#s5\">Romance, the Casa Cayuco way: dinner on the dock and a private porch meal<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#s6\">Days from Pelicano: what couples do<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#s7\">Getting to Pelicano: flights and the boat<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#hb\">How to book Casa Cayuco with our 4% discount<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"s1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_Pelicano_bungalow_actually_is\"><\/span>What the Pelicano bungalow actually is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pelicano sleeps two on a single queen bed. It is a beachfront bungalow, which means the sand and the Caribbean are a few steps from your door rather than a boat ride away. Casa Cayuco describes it as the smallest yet most unique of its cabins, with a thatched roof and a step-down bathroom.<\/p><figure class=\"htf-fig\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/casa-cayuco-pelicano-beachfront-bungalow-the-honeymoon-favourite-under-a.jpg\" alt=\"Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow \u2013 the honeymoon favourite under a thatched roof \u2013 Casa Cayuco, Bocas del Toro, Panama\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow \u2013 the honeymoon favourite under a thatched roof <span>Photo: Casa Cayuco<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><p>The detail we like best is the wraparound porch. The lodge pitches it as an ideal spot to read a book while watching the wildlife around you, and on a jungle-edge beach that usually means birds, lizards and the odd sloth if you are patient. Like the other cabins it is open-air in design, with an en-suite bathroom, a high-powered ceiling fan, a memory foam mattress, a mosquito net and high-speed wifi.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Pelicano_is_for_and_who_it_is_not\"><\/span>Who Pelicano is for (and who it is not)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pelicano is built for two adults. That is its strength and its limit. It suits honeymooners, anniversary trips, a proposal weekend or any couple who would rather have a small, characterful room than a big one. If you want more floor space, a screened-in room or air conditioning, look elsewhere.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Book Pelicano if<\/strong> you want a thatched roof, beachfront privacy and a porch that feels like a second room.<\/li><li><strong>Look at <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Loro Lodge Suite<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> instead if<\/strong> you want canopy views and a sea outlook from the main lodge.<\/li><li><strong>Look at <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Starfish Beachfront Bungalow<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> instead if<\/strong> you want a fully screened-in bungalow with a king bed; it is new and ready for stays from 15 December 2026.<\/li><li><strong>Skip it if<\/strong> you are travelling with children. It sleeps two, and Casa Cayuco does not accept guests under 5 in any case.<\/li><\/ul><p>We cover the full couples shortlist in our <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/destinations\/honeymoon-panama-pelicano-loro-starfish-casa-cayuco\/\">honeymoon in Panama guide<\/a>, and the proposal and anniversary side in <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/destinations\/anniversary-or-proposal-in-panama-romantic-getaway-bocas\/\">this romantic getaway post<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Open-air_living_what_to_expect_from_the_thatched_roof\"><\/span>Open-air living: what to expect from the thatched roof<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pelicano is not a sealed hotel room, and it is worth being clear about that before you book. The lodge&#8217;s open-air design means fans rather than air conditioning (only the Estrella De Mar villa is air-conditioned), a mosquito net over the bed and natural sounds all night: waves, frogs, the occasional bat overhead.<\/p><figure class=\"htf-fig\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/casa-cayuco-pelicano-beachfront-bungalow-open-air-sink-with-jungle-views.jpg\" alt=\"Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow \u2013 open-air sink with jungle views \u2013 Casa Cayuco, Bocas del Toro, Panama\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow \u2013 open-air sink with jungle views <span>Photo: Casa Cayuco<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Casa Cayuco notes that bats are its resident bug catchers, and that mosquitoes and chitras show up mainly at dusk and dawn, so bring a natural repellent. The nets are tightly woven. For most couples the trade-off is easy: you swap a hum of air conditioning for a sea breeze and a thatched roof that looks the part. If you sleep badly without a cold room, say so before you commit, and consider the villa for its air-conditioned bedrooms instead.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_included_when_you_stay_in_Pelicano\"><\/span>What is included when you stay in Pelicano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Casa Cayuco works almost like an all-inclusive, which keeps a couples&#8217; budget simple on a remote island. Your stay includes:<\/p><ul><li>The round-trip scheduled speedboat transfer from Bocas Town (about 30\u201335 minutes each way)<\/li><li>All meals: chef&#8217;s choice breakfast, lunch, a three-course dinner and an afternoon snack, plus local coffee and tea each morning<\/li><li>A guided tour of Salt Creek, the neighbouring Ng\u00e4be-Bugl\u00e9 village<\/li><li>Sea kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkel gear and yoga mats<\/li><li>Daily housekeeping and 24\/7 staff<\/li><\/ul><p>Not included are staff gratuities (the lodge suggests 12\u201315% of the stay), drinks, guided excursions, the 10% Panamanian hotel tax on room charges and a 7% tax on excursions and drinks. We have a full breakdown in our <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/destinations\/casa-cayuco-prices-whats-included-and-extra\/\">Casa Cayuco prices explained<\/a> post. Room rates are not published, so use the live rates page rather than any number you read elsewhere.<\/p>\n<div class=\"htf-la-cta\" style=\"margin-top:36px;\">\n<div class=\"htf-la-cta-text\">\n<p class=\"htf-la-eyebrow\">Book direct \u00b7 4% off with HungryTravelPanama<\/p>\n<p class=\"htf-la-title\">Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow at Casa Cayuco<\/p>\n<p class=\"htf-la-sub\">Live availability and rates on Casa Cayuco&#8217;s own booking page \u2014 our link fills in the code for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<a class=\"htf-la-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">See availability \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"s5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Romance_the_Casa_Cayuco_way_dinner_on_the_dock_and_a_private_porch_meal\"><\/span>Romance, the Casa Cayuco way: dinner on the dock and a private porch meal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pelicano&#8217;s biggest asset is not the room itself but what surrounds it. Dinners are communal at long tables, and there is a large dock table under the stars where sting rays glide past. For special occasions, the kitchen can serve a private meal on your porch or at the end of the dock on request, which is exactly the kind of thing to arrange in advance if you are marking an anniversary.<\/p><figure class=\"htf-fig\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/casa-cayuco-table-for-two-on-the-dock-over-the-caribbean-sea.jpg\" alt=\"A table for two on the dock over the Caribbean Sea \u2013 Casa Cayuco, Bocas del Toro, Panama\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1125\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>A table for two on the dock over the Caribbean Sea <span>Photo: Casa Cayuco<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><p>The food is predominantly plant-based with fresh fish brought to the dock every evening by local fishermen in a cayuco, a traditional dugout canoe. Allergies and diets are accommodated, though the kitchen uses nuts and gluten, so tell the lodge early. There is a full bar with Panamanian beers and organic or natural wines from Argentina and Chile, and you may not bring outside alcohol.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_from_Pelicano_what_couples_do\"><\/span>Days from Pelicano: what couples do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With a calm, swimmable beach out front, many couples start by simply swimming and paddling. Kayaks, paddle boards and snorkel gear cost nothing extra. Guided excursions are paid on top and planned at check-in with the in-house guides, so there is no need to pre-book. Popular choices from the lodge&#8217;s list include:<\/p><ul><li>Isla Zapatillas, a half-day trip to two uninhabited islands with guided snorkelling: $80 per person<\/li><li>Mangrove snorkelling, half day: $85 per person<\/li><li>Sloth Creek, one hour by boat through the mangroves: $40 per person<\/li><li>The Salt Creek village tour, included with every stay<\/li><\/ul><p>The lodge also has an in-house massage therapist, who you book at check-in. Prices are as listed on the lodge&#8217;s site in November 2026 and may change. If you want help planning a longer trip around your stay, our <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/destinations\/how-many-nights-in-bocas-del-toro\/\">how many nights in Bocas del Toro<\/a> guide explains why we think four or five nights beats the three-night minimum.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s7\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_to_Pelicano_flights_and_the_boat\"><\/span>Getting to Pelicano: flights and the boat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most guests fly from Panama City&#8217;s Albrook airport to Bocas del Toro, roughly 50 minutes with Air Panama. The lodge recommends Air Panama flight 980, which lands around 2:00 pm and matches the daily scheduled boat, with flight 981 for the return. The boat meets you at the airport at 2:00 pm and the return leaves the lodge around 12:30 pm. Other times can be arranged as private transfers for a fee, and early pick-ups are not available. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/destinations\/how-to-get-to-bocas-del-toro-and-casa-cayuco\/\">full getting-there guide<\/a> covers the overland options too.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"hb\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_book_Casa_Cayuco_with_our_4_discount\"><\/span>How to book Casa Cayuco with our 4% discount<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Booking goes through Casa Cayuco&#8217;s own booking page, which is where the lodge says you get its best rate. We are Casa Cayuco&#8217;s partner and earn a small commission when you book with our code; the code gives you 4% off, and the lodge tracks it only when it is entered at booking, so please do not skip this step.<\/p><ol><li><strong>Open our link.<\/strong> Any booking link in this guide, such as <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Casa Cayuco<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span>, opens the lodge&#8217;s own booking engine.<\/li><li><strong>Check the promo box.<\/strong> The code <strong>HungryTravelPanama<\/strong> is pre-filled for you. If you do not see it, type it in before you search dates.<\/li><li><strong>Pick dates and a room.<\/strong> The minimum stay is 3 nights, check-in is 3:00 pm and check-out 12:30 pm. Pelicano sleeps two, so search for two adults and select Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow.<\/li><li><strong>Confirm with a 50% deposit.<\/strong> If you cancel more than 60 days before check-in, the deposit is refunded minus a $100 admin fee; between 45 and 60 days, 50% of the deposit is forfeited; inside 45 days it is forfeited in full. The lodge strongly recommends travel insurance.<\/li><\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"htf-faq\"><details><summary>How many people does the Pelicano bungalow sleep?<\/summary><p>Two. It has a single queen bed, so it works for a couple or two adults travelling together. For a family, look at <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Tortuga Beachfront Bungalow<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> or <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Delf\u00edn Beachside Bungalow<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span>, which sleep up to five.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is Pelicano air-conditioned?<\/summary><p>No. Only the Estrella De Mar villa has air-conditioned bedrooms. Pelicano is open-air, with a high-powered ceiling fan, a mosquito net and the sea breeze.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is Pelicano the best room for a honeymoon?<\/summary><p>Casa Cayuco itself calls it the perfect suite for honeymooners or a special occasion. <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Loro Lodge Suite<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> suits couples who want canopy and sea views, and <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Starfish Beachfront Bungalow<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> is a new, fully screened-in alternative from 15 December 2026.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is breakfast included?<\/summary><p>Yes. All meals are included: breakfast, lunch, a three-course dinner and an afternoon snack. Drinks are extra.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How do I get the 4% discount?<\/summary><p>Book through our link and check that HungryTravelPanama appears in the promo box before you search dates. If it does not, type it in.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Do I need to book the room far ahead?<\/summary><p>The lodge hosts a maximum of 53 guests and the lodge has only a handful of two-person rooms, so for holiday periods we would book early. Check live availability on the booking page.<\/p><\/details><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Honest_Final_Word\"><\/span>Our Honest Final Word<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Pelicano is a small room with a big personality. If you want a thatched roof on the beach, a porch for long mornings and a lodge that handles the food, the boat and the activities, it is the room we would point most couples towards. If you need cold air at night, more space or a screened room, there are better choices at the same lodge.<\/p><p>We are straightforward about the trade-offs because the open-air style is not for everyone. It is for people who would rather hear the sea than a compressor, and who are happy to spend at least three nights on a remote island.<\/p><p>Ready to look at dates? Check live rates for <a class=\"htf-book-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hotels.cloudbeds.com\/en\/reservation\/uEPeYG?promo=HungryTravelPanama&#038;currency=usd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-decoration-color:#C8A45A;text-underline-offset:3px;\">Pelicano Beachfront Bungalow<\/a><span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;background:#C8A45A;color:#0d2018;padding:2px 6px;border-radius:3px;margin-left:4px;vertical-align:2px;\">4% off \u00b7 HungryTravelPanama<\/span> and make sure the code <strong>HungryTravelPanama<\/strong> is in the promo box. 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