ScubaPortobelo

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Basic Twin Room, Bay View | Free WiFi

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Vía Portobelo, Colón, Portobelo, Provincia de Colón
  • Place, Portobelo National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blanca Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Colon 2000
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View

  • 140 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Chalet, Bay View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Twin Room, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Portobelo

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Portobelo National Park, ScubaPortobelo places you within a few miles (5 km) of Fuerte Santiago. This 8-room hostel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Portobelo National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fuerte San Fernando - 17 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Blanca Beach - 36 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Colon Free Zone - 48 min drive - 31.7 miles
  • Colon 2000 - 52 min drive - 33.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Donde Arik - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bar El Castillo - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fonda Arith - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rico y Rico Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Torre - ‬14 min walk

About this property

ScubaPortobelo

Bayside hostel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
ScubaPortobelo features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking and a beach shuttle. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. This hostel also has a garden.
27-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 100 for adults and USD 9 to 100 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 10.00 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 70.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 70.00 will be collected before check-in.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9.00 to 100.00 for adults, and USD 9.00 to 100.00 for children
  • Late check-in fee: USD 10.00 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM

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 credit card, debit card, or 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 debit cards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

ScubaPortobelo Portobelo
ScubaPortobelo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
ScubaPortobelo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Portobelo

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near ScubaPortobelo?

This hostel is located in Portobelo, close to Blanca Beach, Portobelo National Park, and Playa La Angosta. You'll also find Fuerte San Jerónimo and San Felipe Church within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at ScubaPortobelo?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does ScubaPortobelo include a casino at the property?

No, ScubaPortobelo doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at ScubaPortobelo?

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

Is ScubaPortobelo good for couples?

This waterfront hostel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at ScubaPortobelo?

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

Does ScubaPortobelo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, ScubaPortobelo serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will ScubaPortobelo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at ScubaPortobelo.

Are there connecting rooms at ScubaPortobelo?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at ScubaPortobelo?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at ScubaPortobelo.

ScubaPortobelo Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Waterside option

Upon checkin, greet guests with amenities first, not rules or what they can't do. Just something I noticed. Nice clean grounds, pool, and peer. Room though small, was sufficient for the night. Slept well and loved the hammock. Again, clean grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025