Skip to main content
Beginning of main content
4.0 out of 5

"Overall we are quite satisfied with the few days we stayed at Gamboa Resort. The weather wasn't the best, but that was not unexpected... very humid an ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 25 Nov 2015

Enter dates to see availability

Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in Colon awaits you at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Chagres River and Soberania National Park. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool, and a marina.

At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to boat tours and kayaking. 2756 square feet (256 square meters) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business center. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-star Colon hotel include Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo and Pedro Miguel Locks.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$160* Per night/room 3 May - 4 May

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Double Room, River View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Everyone (1)
4 out of 5

Hotel at Gamboa.

Overall we are quite satisfied with the few days we stayed at Gamboa Resort. The weather wasn't the best, but that was not unexpected... very humid and occasionally raining. We were there for the tropical biodiversity....and that worked out well. One unfortunate factor was regarding food. The vegetarian options we very limited. It would have been OK if we'd only been staying for a shorter duration, but....

Posted by , from Huonbrook, Australia on 25 Nov. 2015

Was this review helpful to you?

Property Features

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 tour/ticket assistance 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Children's pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free long-term parking , Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking and extended parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Sitting area
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

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.

24-hour room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk 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.

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.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

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.

Pet Policy

  • 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

Policies

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 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Children stay free
  • Cash Deposit Required
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 11:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 48 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • 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).
url importing http://www.wotif.com/Colon-Hotels-Gamboa-Rainforest-Reserve.h438135-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&
There was an error importing /Colon-Hotels-Gamboa-Rainforest-Reserve.h438135-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&, error: javax.servlet.jsp.JspTagException: 301 http://www.wotif.com/Colon-Hotels-Gamboa-Rainforest-Reserve.h438135-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&

Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.