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1. SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
Colon
United States
Sebastian
SAR 363
SAR 402 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

2. Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Colon
United States
Seth
SAR 505
SAR 562 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3. Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall

Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall
Barrio Sur
United States
Andrew
SAR 436
SAR 480 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall

4. Vicina Maris Beach Lodge

Vicina Maris Beach Lodge
Maria Chiquita
Netherlands
Robert
SAR 321
SAR 355 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Vicina Maris Beach Lodge

5. Hotel Andros

Hotel Andros
Barrio Sur
United States
Ramie
SAR 169
SAR 186 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Hotel Andros

6. Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
Portobelo
United States
Jimmy
SAR 254
SAR 282 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

7. Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay
Colon
Canada
Ian
SAR 541
SAR 595 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

8. New Washington Hotel

New Washington Hotel
Barrio Norte
United States
DANA
SAR 289
SAR 321 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
New Washington Hotel

9. La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Cristobal
United States
Kailesh
SAR 112
SAR 123 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

10. Hotel Sotelo

Hotel Sotelo
Barrio Sur
United States
Georgia
SAR 118
SAR 130 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Hotel Sotelo

11. La Posada del Buzo

La Posada del Buzo
Portobelo
United States
Juan
SAR 384
SAR 426 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
La Posada del Buzo

12. Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo
Portobelo
United States
Michael
SAR 197
SAR 218 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Villa Bella Portobelo

13. Hostal Portobelo

Hostal Portobelo
Portobelo
SAR 129
SAR 142 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Hostal Portobelo

14. ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo
Portobelo
United States
David
SAR 232
SAR 256 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
ScubaPortobelo
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Top Rio Gatun Hotel Reviews

BirdHouse@Gamboa, Panama Canal

BirdHouse@Gamboa, Panama Canal

10/10 Excellent
"La maison est magnifique. L’aire de vie, la cuisine et la chambre des maîtres"
olivier A. 5-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
BirdHouse@Gamboa, Panama Canal
Hotel Sotelo

Hotel Sotelo

8/10 Good
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RONALD 13-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hotel Sotelo
New Washington Hotel

New Washington Hotel

8/10 Good
"The food was no good"
Matthew 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
New Washington Hotel
Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.

Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.

10/10 Excellent
"Nice pool excellent host ver good for the price highly recommend"
Sandy F. 7-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.
La Posada del Buzo

La Posada del Buzo

8/10 Good
"Was alone most of the time, only person running the restaurant was around. Good food. Not really good beach, hard rocks underfoot in water. Town doesn’t have much to say for itself. But if you want tropical quiet then this is the place."
Thomas 4-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
La Posada del Buzo
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

8/10 Good
"The room was a little tired but clean, and the staff were excellent."
Ian 3-night trip
Posted 8 months ago
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

More cheap stays in Rio Gatun

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

Calle 11 y Avenida Bolivar Colon Panama
SAR 112
SAR 123 total
26 Sep - 27 Sep
includes taxes & fees
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo

Buenaventura Portobelo Colón
SAR 197
SAR 218 total
21 Sep - 22 Sep
includes taxes & fees
5.6/10 (12 reviews)
Villa Bella Portobelo
ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo

Vía Portobelo, Colón Portobelo Provincia de Colón
SAR 232
SAR 256 total
22 Sep - 23 Sep
includes taxes & fees
5.6/10 (4 reviews)
ScubaPortobelo
Hotel Internacional de Colón

Hotel Internacional de Colón

Calle 11 con Avenida Bolivar Colon Colón Province
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Hotel Internacional de Colón
La Casa del Rio

La Casa del Rio

Maria Chiquita- Via a Portobello Maria Chiquita Colon
Get ratesLa Casa del Rio
La Granja Campo Y Aventura

La Granja Campo Y Aventura

Via A Colon Barriada San Judas Tadeo Cativa Panama
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Rio Gatun?
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve, located 14.1 mi (22.6 km) from the heart of Rio Gatun, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your trip to the area are SAND DIAMOND HOTEL and Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Rio Gatun.
What are some of the best vacation rentals that Rio Gatun has to offer?
Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.: Visitors like this Rio Gatun vacation home rental. It is located on a lake and has an outdoor pool, a balcony, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a hot tub. See all vacation rentals in Rio Gatun.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio Gatun, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Rio Gatun.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Rio Gatun?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Rio Gatun, click here.
What's the best hotel for staying near Tocumen International Airport (PTY)?
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport is a popular 4-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Tocumen Intl. Airport. Other good options within close proximity to the airport include Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino and Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel.
What's it like to stay in Rio Gatun?
Those traveling to Rio Gatun are sure to enjoy the sights to see and things to do. There are 70 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Rio Gatun.
What is there to see in Rio Gatun?
Places to visit in the wider area include Playa La Angosta, Colon Free Zone, and Colon 2000. You'll also find Gamboa Rainforest Resort and Chagres River in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Rio Gatun guide.
What's the weather like in Rio Gatun?
The hottest months are usually May and September with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Rio Gatun are July, November, August, and October, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.