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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

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

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Outdoor banquet area
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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

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 - 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

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 Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve on Dec 14, 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.

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.

Reviews

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 661 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 661 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 661 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 661 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 661 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

manuel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing activities for kids. Beds were like a rock. Food options are ok, but we ran through it all in a couple of days. Limited options outside the resort nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jerrod

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food, friendly staff, the free tours on offer are great too! Rooms comfy, overall a wonderful stay. Perhaps add a spa and maybe some more entertainment for guests on the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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