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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Aerial view
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Ecotours
Ziplining
Suite | Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon
  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort
    1 min walk
  • Soberania National Park
    17 min walk
  • Panama Rainforest Discovery Center
    13 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    29 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, River View

Deluxe Room, River View | View from room

Deluxe Room, River View

  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Living area

Suite

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, River View

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double Room, River View

  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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About the area

Colon

Located in Colon, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Soberania National Park and Chagres River. .This family-friendly hotel is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Pedro Miguel Locks.

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Soberania National Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Panama Rainforest Discovery Center - 13 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 29 min drive - 32.6 km

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
  • ‪Gamboa Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Los Lagartos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Corotú - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chagre river de italiano - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and a marina
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. 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 166 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Colon? This hotel has 2756 square feet (256 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve has 2 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 swim-up bar, 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Motor-boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (2756 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina on site
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 127
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 80
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • LCD TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of PAB 45 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 26 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: PAB 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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 security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 567 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 567 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Giovanna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the surrounding area , it was peaceful and serene. The property itself was definitely beautiful at some point but it definitely needs some renovation and improvements. The staff was very friendly and helpful. When it comes to the restaurant I didn’t care for their food I thought it wasn’t tasty and we had cold food , no variety not to mention overpriced. Overall I enjoyed the stay , the view from my balcony was stunning which made up for the food and shabby conditions of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Not a lot of options at the restaurant. Great service, although it was difficult at times to communicate in English. The boat tour was awesome, we saw monkeys and a crocodile! 😻
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Yahel Gabriela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Deben mejorar el tiempo para el chek in, muy largo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inconsistent hospitality
Staff were inconsistent when it came to service. Somedays they would be very friendly, and other days not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great trip, traveled with my son and daughter (12 and 9) We loved all the excursions we were able to book/take right from the lobby. Some areas of the facility need a little TLC/maintenance upgrades, but certainly can't beat the views from the balcony's. SIMPLY BREATHTAKING!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking and incredible experience, the staff go above and beyond. If you are vegan make sure to let the buffet know when you arrive and they make every accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and very accommodating! We booked a rollaway bed but when it arrived it was very uncomfortable, they upgraded us to a suite at no extra charge! The staff were all friendly and helpful!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dustin

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing! A good place to get away from city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariasol Hernandez, Grand Cayman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay at Gamboa resort was great! We visited for the nature as we big into birding. The whole area is so beautiful and nature at it's finest. The hotel is almost 25 years old and although it shows its age in the main building, the room we had was very spacious, clean and comfortable. On the first day from our second floor balcony we saw lots of birds, including 4 aracari toucans and 2 killed-billed toucans. The staff at the place was super attentive and friendly, in the restaurant Jonathan was a star for us! Food every day was good and although it's buffet, there were plenty of options for each meal. Overall our stay was amazing. Loved birding in the area and came back home with a whooping 35 new species identified. We will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Set into the hillside with sweeping views of the river and rain forest. Staff is attentive and professional. Rooms are spacious and clean. The pools was uncrowded and refreshing. The buffet was high price for lots of mediocre food. The Monkey Bar on the lobby level was much better with ala carte options. The empanadas were so good we took some with us when we left. It is difficult to understand all that they offer - the property is expansive. Hope to return one day
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

ROSANNA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well organized excursions to know the surroundings, various paths to walk in the forest
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Richie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, St Charles

Travelled with partner
Beautiful resort! Love the location. The site could use a little TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Beautiful grounds, helpful staff, some services like arranging taxi to airport way more expensive than they should be - like $$20 more than Taxi to get there from airport. Food is good but expensive compared to other good restaurants we ate at while in Panama.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qinglin, Kirkland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property offers a lot of activities related to nature. The river view room is the best. All meals from thecrestaurant is buffet style. The monkey bar has a menu. Enjoyed the seimming pool also.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kadijah Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beyond amazing! The staff was extremely heplful with all needs. They provided tours. I went on the aerial tram, rainforest walking tour, sloth tour and the monkey island boat ride. The guides were very knowledgeable and personable in all subjects. I felt at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024