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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a marina

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Aerial view
Outdoor banquet area
Lobby
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Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon
  • Place, Gamboa Rainforest Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chagres River
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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)
  • 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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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

  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Colon

Located 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Chagres River, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo. This 3.5-star hotel has 166 rooms and welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a marina, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chagres River - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 36 min drive - 20.3 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 37 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 39 min drive - 23.9 miles

Getting around

  • Panama City Passenger Station - 28 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 29 min drive

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

Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a marina
Guests of Gamboa Rainforest Reserve enjoy a marina, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sitting areas, coffee makers, and safes.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,756 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for PAB 45 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (26 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PAB 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • Pet fee: PAB 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

This hotel is located in Colon, just steps from Gamboa Rainforest Resort. Chagres River is within a walking distance of 0.8 mi.

Will I be able to park at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve feature a casino at the property?

No, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve for a fee of PAB 45 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

The closest major airport to Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 15.4 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 18.7 mi away (68-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy lake or garden views.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve.

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