The business already operates across the major vacation rental platforms, with Airbnb Superhost status, an 8.9 rating on Booking.com, and 99% approval on TripAdvisor. Full financials are available upon request.
THE BUILDING
Seven rental accommodations provide several ways to host visitors, from individual waterfront units to a distinctive 40-foot sailboat that operates as the seventh accommodation. The property offers 10 bedrooms in total and sleeps more than 20 guests, excluding the additional sofa-bed capacity available in most of the vacation units.
Manta Raya and Tortuga are configured as two-bedroom accommodations, while the property also includes smaller one-bedroom rental units. The result is a flexible rental mix capable of serving couples, families, groups, and travelers looking for something different from a traditional hotel stay.
Each accommodation has been developed with different layouts and styles while maintaining the relaxed character of Caribbean waterfront living. Interiors feature wood construction, furnished living areas, kitchens or kitchen facilities, air conditioning, and large windows and covered outdoor spaces bring natural light and views inside. A mix of standalone units gives guests a greater sense of independence than a conventional hotel configuration.
The 40-foot sailboat adds another dimension to the rental offering, functioning as a unique guest accommodation while remaining docked directly at the property.
THE COMMUNITY
Santuarios del Mar is located in Saigon Bay on Isla Colón, close enough to Bocas Town for everyday convenience while maintaining its own waterfront atmosphere. Mostly built directly over the calm waters, wooden walkways connect the accommodations with the dock and waterfront common areas, creating an environment where the water becomes part of everyday life rather than simply a view from the property.
Guests can step outside to use the kayaks and paddleboards, relax around the shared waterfront areas, or leave directly from the private dock by boat. The common dock area creates another gathering space over the water, with room to sit, relax in a hammock, launch a paddleboard, or watch the evening sky change over the bay. Ocean and mountain views extend beyond the property, while the sunsets across the water provide one of its most memorable natural features. Nearby amenities also include a skatepark and basketball courts!
- Less than 100 meters from Istmito Beach
- Approximately 1 minute on foot from groceries
- Approximately 10 minutes walking from Bocas Town
- Approximately 1 kilometer from the airport
The central location makes it possible for guests independently explore as they are close to restaurants, shops, transportation, beaches, and the activity of Bocas Town.
ROOM TO GROW
The existing business is already operating, but the property also offers potential beyond its current rental activity. Additional opportunities identified by the owner include generating revenue from boat slips and using available space for additional accommodations or a future wellness-oriented concept. For a new owner, this creates the possibility of continuing the operation as it exists today while exploring additional revenue streams over time.
THE HIGHLIGHTS
- $143,832 net earnings in 2024
- Approximately 12.5% net ROI based on 2024 earnings
- 2026 revenue tracking 18% ahead of 2025
- Full financials available upon request
- Fully operational hospitality business
- Additional sofa-bed capacity in most units
- Manta Raya and Tortuga are 2-bedroom units
- 40-foot sailboat operating as the seventh accommodation
- Titled waterfront property
- Majority of accommodations positioned over the water
- Booking.com rating of 8.9
- 99% approval on TripAdvisor
- Potential income from boat slips
- Less than 100 meters from Istmito Beach
- Approximately 10-minute walk to Bocas Town
- Approximately 1 km from the airport
THE DREAM
Creating a waterfront hospitality business in Bocas del Toro normally means acquiring the property, developing the accommodations, furnishing them, building a reputation online, and then waiting for the operation to mature. Santuarios del Mar offers a different starting point.
The accommodations are already in place. Guests are already coming. Reviews have already been established. The waterfront infrastructure, furnishings, rental profiles, and operating history already exist.
At $1,150,000, a new owner is acquiring both the physical waterfront property and an established hospitality operation that generated $143,832 in net earnings in 2024, with revenue continuing to grow.
For an investor looking for an income-producing property in Bocas del Toro without beginning from zero, Santuarios del Mar offers the opportunity to take over an operating business today while still leaving room for what comes next.
