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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a marina

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Outdoor banquet area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon
  • Place, Gamboa Rainforest Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Panama Rainforest Discovery Center
  • Place, Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room, River View

8.4 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 | 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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

  • 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
  • Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Miraflores Locks - 30 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 37 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Culebra Cut - 49 min drive - 17.0 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
  • ‪El Corotú - ‬16 min walk

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 tours or tickets, securing valuables, 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve on Nov 16, 2025 start from $113.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

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

Are there hot tubs at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies 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.

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 652 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 652 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 652 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 652 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 652 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

ELIZABETH, Alexandria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander, Wesley Chapel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re in Panama, you should definitely spend time at Gamboa. Surrounded by every imaginable natural and historical experience possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Radu

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tjarda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place just outside the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with many tours to enjoy the Rainforest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tyler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon check-in, we were offered the gamboa package which includes 3 buffet meals per day and 3 tour packages during the stay. After consideration the individual cost of these items- buffet meals, and the 2 tours we wanted to do anyways- we agreed to the cost of the package. However, we were stopped in the lobby and asked if we wanted to continue the package. So rather than the $700 quoted price for the duration of our stay, it only covered 2 nights. This is plain deception and thievery. They sold us on the duration of the stay, and surpised us that it actually was only for our first 2 nights. We left, refusing to patronize the hotel any further, depsite having already had paid for the remainder of our stay. Management refused to rectify the problem their staff caused.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Uzair

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The property had unique feel about , amazing opportunity to see and hear an amazing amount of birds. Although a little dated it has charm!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rowena

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not 5 star (as posted, at least in Google Maps). The receptionists did not acknowledge us at first, then gave a rude waving of the hand when they were finally ready. The receptionist gave us bad directions to our rooms and gave us no information on what was available at the resort (tours, food, services, etc.). Tour desk was absolutely rude. There were three of them and they never looked up. We asked about the aerial tram and she asked for a name and then expected that to be the end of the conversation. A/c in one room didn’t work well. The rooms are outdated. No information on any services present in the room. We weren’t informed about the complimentary night safari and then when we asked if we could join, we were told that it was full. At least then we were told to show up and see if there are any no shows. There was no evidence of concierge. It was nice that our rooms were next to each other but it was weird that only one of the rooms had a door that locked between the two rooms. One room had a dehumidifier, but not the other. Found a dried contact on the toilet paper.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodrigo

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
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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