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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants, near Chagres River

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Escape to Gamboa Rainforest Reserve, a family-friendly haven near Soberania National Park. Here, enjoy two on-site restaurants offering breakfast through dinner and stay active with cycling, fishing and ziplining. The swim-up bar by the pool is perfect for unwinding while kids play in their own pool area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • In-room childcare
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is CNY883
CNY971 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16

Room options

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Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chagres River - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 36 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Cinta Costera - 37 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 39 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 29 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 68 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 71 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Encanto De Gamboa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gamboa Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Los Lagartos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

A great choice for a stay in Colon, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve features a marina. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit one of the 2 restaurants for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 166 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 26 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Ziplining
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (2756 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1999
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Marina
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 50
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 31
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: PAB 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PAB 45 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Gamboa Rainforest
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Gamboa Resort
Rainforest Resort
Rainforest Resort Gamboa
Resort Rainforest
Gamboa Rain Forest Resort
Gamboa Rainforest Hotel Gamboa
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Hotel
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Colon
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Hotel Colon

Frequently asked questions

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 26 lbs per pet. There's a charge of PAB 45 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (29-min drive) and Bingo 90 (29-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, fishing, and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Gamboa Rainforest Reserve like?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Gamboa Rainforest Resort and 16 minutes' walk from Chagres River.

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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Food
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Location
Tours
Restaurant
Nature
Recreation
Balcony

Reviews

6/10 Good

My room was flooded the first day. The second room had very poor sound proofing. Could hear the people listening to the TV in the next room or snoring. Staff however are lovely and very hard working
Sebastien, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with many tours to enjoy the Rainforest
Christophe, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good food, friendly staff, the free tours on offer are great too! Rooms comfy, overall a wonderful stay. Perhaps add a spa and maybe some more entertainment for guests on the weekend.
Jerrod, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent front desk customer service. As this being my 4th time as a guest, I was offered early check-in.
GREGORY, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place just outside the city.
Tjarda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

If you’re in Panama, you should definitely spend time at Gamboa. Surrounded by every imaginable natural and historical experience possible.
Craig, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing activities for kids. Beds were like a rock. Food options are ok, but we ran through it all in a couple of days. Limited options outside the resort nearby.
Brian, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wildlife
Lyle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a great time.
paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice resort with several activities to experience the rainforest and biological diversity in the area.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast buffet is well stocked and has lots of ‘opciones criollas’.We were not impressed with dining options at either restaurant, beyond breakfast.There’s ample opportunity for improvement for the staff, when it comes to interacting with the guests - both at the check-in counter and the activity and excursion desk.
Jose, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The property in itself is very nice. The food on the the other hand was bland at best. For the price you pay, dining should be much better.
Chris, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

9/10 for adventure and views

I am I love with this place. The landscaping and views are phenomenal! Buffet lunch was great! But dinner was lacking. Poolside food was excellent as was the cafe. Hammock on my patio was peaceful. It’s very well kept with some minor issues and a little dated but I strongly recommend!
Eve, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property had unique feel about , amazing opportunity to see and hear an amazing amount of birds. Although a little dated it has charm!!
Andy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The walkable property, the variety of birds and the jungle sounds we could hear from our deck. A great stay here!
John, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pool is nice. However a bit slow the pool bar. Good food a la carte. Did not try yet buffet. Noisy A/C in the room, although it does the job. Reserved for 3 but room prepared for 2. Room is clean. Overall Good.
Radu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views
Elizabeth Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staying here with our family, we loved the excursions to see wildlife so close to the resort. The pool was beautiful and people were very friendly. The buffet was good. our family and kids really enjoyed it.
Kevin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rain forest and tours were interesting
Ralph, 9-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful setting, lots of activities, helpful staff. Rooms were spacious and clean. The food was pretty good and there were many options. Pool area is nice.
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An absolutely beautiful location. The facility is showing its age but still has a remarkable charm. The Staff were amazing. They definitely made the stay enjoyable The food was gourmet and extremely affordable. A must stay.
Greg, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Its a unique hotel, lots of activities for kids, we loved our stay!
Estela May, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing birding

Beautiful hotel and wonderful location for hiking and birding. The swimming pool was immaculate. Food was overpriced, but really good. The resort is rather isolated, so you are paying for convenience. There is a local restaurant in town that is a half mile walk if you want to save.
Edward, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quaint and beautiful
Joshua, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Front Desk staff Iris (5 star). Money bar area staff mixed some horrible whom don't check on you. No phone in room to call front desk to get more towels (only had 2 for 4 people). The all inclusive food was ok but nothing great. Regarding the outdoor /nature this is always great but hotel is a bit isolated and they don't even have an ATM ..... No icemachines
Alexander, 2-night trip