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5.0 out of 5

"It’s a marina, and a cute and friendly one. Room isn’t very clean and feels slightly torn up (holes in wall, sliding glass door without a handle) but ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 24 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Colon hotel

Oceanside stay

At this Colon hotel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Fort San Lorenzo and 9 miles (15 km) of Gatun Locks. Colon 2000 and Colon Free Zone are within 16 miles (25 km).

Marina, dining

A marina and a restaurant are featured at this hotel. Enjoy the outdoor pool and perks like free self parking. You'll appreciate the gym, bar/lounge, and convenience store.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$160* Per night/room Apr 1 - Apr 2

Twin Room, Marina View

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

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5 out of 5
It’s a marina, and a cute and friendly one. Room isn’t very clean and feels slightly torn up (holes in wall, sliding glass door without a handle) but also feels safe and comfortable

Posted by , from Berkeley on Feb 24, 2024

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About the Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Location 30 Butner Street, Colon, Colon

Property Features

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay offers its guests a marina, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Colon hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking

Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Shower
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 8 AM to 11 AM.

The Dock Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Nearby Activities

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible parking

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 9:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PAB 15 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: PAB 25 per day

Policies

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, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Front desk opens daily at 8 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:30 PM
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 11
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately PAB 4–10 for adults, and PAB 4–10 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: PAB 10 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: PAB 10 per day (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: PAB 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: PAB 15 per night

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

Hotel Names

  • Shelter Bay Marina
  • Shelter Bay Marina Fort Sherman
  • Shelter Bay Marina Hotel
  • Shelter Bay Marina Hotel Fort Sherman
  • Marina Hotel Shelter Bay Fort Sherman
  • Marina Hotel Shelter Bay
  • Marina At Shelter Bay Colon
  • Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Hotel
  • Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Colon
  • Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Hotel Colon

You should know

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.