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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
$109 nightly
The total price is $122
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees

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

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

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
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

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
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

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
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Miraflores Locks - 30 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 37 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Culebra Cut - 49 min drive - 27.4 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
  • ‪El Corotú - ‬16 min walk

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
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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

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Wildlife

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I had a great time.
paul, 2-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

10/10 Exceptional

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

Beautiful views
Elizabeth Lee, 1-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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Very good

Quaint and beautiful
Joshua, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Fernando, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is such a cool place! It is all about the rainforest and the animals. The hotel is magical looking. You feel like you are in Jurassic Park. The staff was very friendly, the food good and the pool lovely. The hotel is a bit old and the rooms are a bit dated, but very comfortable and large. We went on night safari, saw the sloths, went zip lining and up the cable car. All very well organized, and so fun. Highly recommend staying here!
Jessica, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet luxury
yilian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quiet
Alphonzo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting, amazing view!
Megan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gamboa Rainforest

Amazing to stay at a resort like this and not a long drive from Panama City. The area is beautiful to explore, I think the tours could be a little more organized and explained in more detail. It was recommended to book as we arrived but fishing was then sold out, so if you have interest in a fishing trip, book ahead or contact the locals directly.
Nicholas, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

O lugar é lindíssimo, paradisíaco, mas parece que a propriedade nao recebe muita manutencao. Na piscina, faltam muitas pastilhas, a grade a volta está quebrada. A estrutura tem potencial muito, muito alto e a natureza é linda, mas é necessario fazer manutencao nos quartos, pintura do edificio e area da piscinA
Rodrigo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING!!!
Anna, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The property is run down and facilities are limited or not usable (such as tennis courts, club house, etc). The resort definitely shows its age. The pool area and the view are beautiful, staff is friendly and hotel is clean. Limited dining options, some restaurants are only open on weekends. Buffet food quality is very good but expensive.
Jane, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property was beautiful, clean, with a great pool and good food. The service was slow and not very friendly. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with a great view. We were there for the new years and the event that was planned for guests was 10 out of ten such a great time.
anthony, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gamboa Rainforest

Very nice vacation spot with plenty to explore: nature, Panama Canal, and local culture. We just booked a 2nd night because we are really liking it.
Hedwig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and relaxing! A good place to get away from city life.
Leslie, 2-night trip