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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Chagres River

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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served
A resort with a large swimming pool, multiple balconies, and lush landscaping.
Poolside bar
Lobby sitting area
A spacious lobby with a glass staircase, large arched windows, and a dragon sculpture.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • 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
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of a balcony.

Standard Double Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a view of the outdoors, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

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

About the neighborhood

Colon

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Chagres River and 6 miles (10 km) of Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo with a stay here. Pedro Miguel Locks is within 12 miles (20 km) and Culebra Cut is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chagres River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 42 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 46 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 50 min drive - 26.9 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

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Chagres River
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers its guests a marina, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2756 square feet (256 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Gamboa Rainforest Reserve. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Colon hotel.

  • 166 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2756 sq ft of conference space
  • 256 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers 166 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • Pets: PAB 45 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 26 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PAB 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

How close is Gamboa Rainforest Reserve to the airport?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is 15.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve on Jul 8, 2026 start from $157, including 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.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers an airport shuttle.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fiesta Casino (29-min drive) and Bingo 90 (29-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a pool?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gamboa Rainforest Reserve to downtown Colon?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is 0.4 mi away from Gamboa.

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 785 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort - we enjoyed the gorgeous pool and the surrounding park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful would stay again 100%. Do not miss out on the free night time Safari.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kazumi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kind staff, good amenities and beautiful place with a lot of nature.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve was an excellent place to stay and experience the wonders of the rainforest in Panama. Rooms were very clean and had all amenities as advertised. Pool was an excellent oasis after walks or fishing on the lake. Meals and customer service were also very good and many options were available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is so so.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff and awesome dining facility. Beautiful quiet place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and grounds. Love ❤️ the nature around the resort.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property with beautiful nature surrounding it. Staff are attentive and friendly and the Hotel has access to a lot of very unique activities. Good food as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vianey

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location. Timely service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, the views and tranquility of the place was my favorite part.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, excellent food and views. Don’t miss the beautiful Biblioteca (library) above the lobby. It’s a cool place to escape from heat and sun, hang out to read or play cards, and take in the really interesting history and photos of early Gamboa and canal construction. I also really appreciated the efforts the hotel makes to go green.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the facility but was disappointed to learn that the spa was closed. The staff though friendly was not as attentive at times Overall it was a very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best part about this trip was the staff. We did a hotel takeover and it was amazing. The rooms were nice. Definitely humid but do-able. Alchol was really good for all inclusive. The food was hit-or-miss. The pool a was cool. We also did the the excursions as part of our all inclusive package. Overall I give it a 7/8 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Gamboa is in a wonderful location where you cannot help but spot caiman, sloths, monkeys and last, but not least, an incredibly diverse range of birds. Combine this with all you might need for friendly staff in their scenic bar and restaurants and you have something to treasure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place to stay for one night. A little over priced for Panama but the service and the food were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gamboa is very nice resort and the staff make you feel right at home
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is located in an incredible location. I had a balcony with a river view. I could sit in the afternoon and watch a parade of birds, including toucans. Be aware that the location is not within a town, so you are only at this property for meals and snacks. Also, the property does not offer much assistance for transportation to and from the location. The nature is amazing though, and made my stay worthwhile!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Poor organization at this place. Booking is easy to do but when’s it’s time to head to the tour the workers do a poor job of getting people to their destinations.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but noisy AC .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort is older but quite nice. We did enjoy the tours but the food in the bar was terrible and there was a power outage for most of the night, which made it hard with young kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are well kept- a tropical paradise- and the building is beautiful. The food was also very good- lots of choices at the buffet. However, a large rowdy group arrived and music was blasting in the common areas which broke the magic of being in a remote rainforest. We are happy we had two good days before the noise began. Other guests were also disappointed with the sudden change in vibe. It is certainly not advertised as a “party hotel”.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026