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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Cristóbal, Colón

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Perfect for nature loversOnly 911 m to Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Suitable for your business tripStay productive with business facilities.

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4.2/5

GoodFrom 101 reviews

5.0/516 May 2026

Wade • Couple Trip

Food is amazing, I especially loved the gluten and lactose free options! Chef's and staff there are world class. The views are breathtaking! The grounds are so nicely taken care of and such an amazing theme and variety of tropical plants! A few cautions that may be helpful to some travelers who have limited mobility. There's a lot of stairs or ramps to get down to the pool area. I don't believe there's traditional AC, the rooms seem to have a built in swamp cooler and a separate floor dehumidifier. There's no surprise that it's a humid climate, but I was still a little taken back at just how much water the dehumidifier pulled out of the air. Probably 3-4 gallons per day. The issue is the by product of a dehumidifier running is it produces heat which in turn negates some of the cooling ability of the swamp cooler. On average the room would be in the 19-21 Celsius range. So if you're used to colder conditions etc, you may not be as comfortable. But, the contrast from outside to inside of the room makes a big difference and you are able to cool down. In my opinion the resort should upgrade to mini-split AC units for each room. And also vent the hot air output of the de-humidifiers outside. Overall a lifetime experience there and I wouldn't let the AC stop someone from going, just don't expect western hotel or home like AC.

5.0/58 May 2026

Janine • Trip with Friends

Great scenery and location, plenty to do!

5.0/56 May 2026

Claire • Trip with Friends

Très bel hôtel, luxueux... donc un peu cher, mais à faire une fois.... et y demeurer 2 jours afin de profiter de toutes les activités, dont certaines sont incluses (gratuites). Raúl le guide est efficace et très gentil. Le service au buffet est très bien. Le repas du soir est très bon, plusieurs choix. Le petit déjeuner est moins cher lorsque payé en même temps que la réservation sur Hotels.com... bon choix et un cuisinier fait les omelettes sur place au goût de chacun. Rien à redire sur la chambre très spacieuse et très propre, avec un grand balcon. Nous avions la vue sur la rivière.... vraiment belle !!

5.0/529 Apr 2026

Richard • Trip with Friends

Yes a very nice breakfast, location incredible

5.0/527 Apr 2026

Lee • Family Trip

We loved our time. I think most of that is due to the location but the resort was also great. The night safari was my childrens favorite part of our trip. The excursions are a little overpriced and the facility is a little run down but it worked really well for our family.

5.0/525 Apr 2026

patricia m. • Family Trip

Excellent facilities, lots of staff to help and provide services, the free night creatures safari was very nice. Beds were comfortable and the balcony with a hammock was delightful. Breakfast buffet was excellent also!

5.0/523 Apr 2026

Hendrika • Couple Trip

Everything was good, very humid so need to keep up with emptying water from dehumidifier provided in room

5.0/522 Apr 2026

Ellen NATALIE • Solo Trip

Beautiful location in hear of rainforest overlooking the Gatun Lake and river system. Very happy that I paid for a room with a "river view." Lovely staff ready to help make your stay wonderful. Delicious buffet on the terrace overlooking the lake. Met people from all over the world. I highly recommend Gamboa Rainforest Resort.

5.0/521 Apr 2026

Oscar • Family Trip

Great place to stay.

5.0/514 Apr 2026

Ronald • Family Trip

The little restaurant opposite the buffet is really nice, the staff is wonderful! The food is better than the buffet, but a very limited menu, I would suggest a choice of the day to add diversity. No other good restaurants in the neighborhood of the hotel.

5.0/511 Apr 2026

Christina • Trip with Friends

Beautiful buffet and the best staff!

5.0/511 Apr 2026

Shelley • Couple Trip

The buffet dinner and breakfast was great

5.0/56 Apr 2026

Christina

Beautiful would stay again 100%. Do not miss out on the free night time Safari.

5.0/54 Apr 2026

Shayne • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/53 Apr 2026

Ronald • Family Trip

Good breakfast, clean room

5.0/531 Mar 2026

Ning • Couple Trip

Breakfast is so so.

5.0/530 Mar 2026

Kali • Trip with Friends

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

5.0/526 Mar 2026

Gerard • Solo Trip

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!

5.0/522 Mar 2026

Elizabeth • Couple Trip

We stayed at this resort about 9 years ago and enjoyed it. It has actually improved since then! It is a true birder's paradise. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with balconies that overlook the stunning grounds with all sort of trees and plants that attract birds. The staff is welcoming and accomodating. The waitresses at the Monkey Bar were patient with our bad Spanish (they all speak much better English). The free night time tour was very fun and there are so many cool hikes that you can walk to. In addition to birds we saw Geoffroy's tamarin (a small monkey), agouti, coati, and a lot of neat lizards.

5.0/520 Mar 2026

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Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon, PA

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-11:00 PM

Check-out12:00

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 is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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.
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

About Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Location
Located in Colon, Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is on a lake, a 2-minute drive from Chagres River and 11 minutes from Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo. This family-friendly hotel is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Pedro Miguel Locks and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Culebra Cut.

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Facility and Service
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).

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Rooms
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.

Restaurant and Cafe
Satisfy your appetite at Corotu Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Unwind at the end of the day with a 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.

Room Type and Price

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 - Fri, 21 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children