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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property

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Poolside bar
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, River View

Deluxe Double Room, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, River View

Standard Double Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has a marina and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
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.

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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Gamboa Rainforest Resort. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 restaurants, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes kayaking, bike rentals, and motor boating
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Chagres River and 11 minutes from Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve has 2 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (80 centimetre high)
  • Lift (127 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • 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
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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 762 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 762 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 762 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 762 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 762 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Gustavo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Service was poor. Took over an hour to receive our food which was then cold. The food taste was not great either. The room was OK. We ended up checking out a day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christie

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

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location with lots of adventures available to purchase. The rooms could use some updating. The prices could be better. We stayed at four hotels and this is the only one who made you pay $200 for incidentals. It took three days to clear the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo bien
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

frans

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

sonia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Edinburgh

Travelled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Esperanza

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DEAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Tracy

The room was large, nice hammock on the balcony. Cocktails watered down. Grounds beautiful. The hotel has buses of tourists that arrive daily. It would be a fun place for kids because of the large pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

RICHARD

Travelled with family
The staff were very pleasant but the hotel is very disorganised. Many seemed to have had little or no training and were completely relying on a few experienced colleagues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

6/10 Okay

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything fine thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fereshteh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family didn’t have a positive experience
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ernest Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main attraction of this place is the nature that surrounds it. This includes the wildlife and vegetation that is part of the rainforest. The hotel, unfortunately is in need of updates and maintenance; the staff providing the service are willing to assist, however they lack the skills needed. This is evident in the restaurants and the tours they offer, which are well sought after.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025