Top 10 Hotels in Rio Gatun from SAR 123 - Competitive Prices

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1. Vicina Maris Beach Lodge

Maria Chiquita

"A very nice and very new hotel located on a beautiful and lively beach. It has comfortable, clean and spacious rooms. In addition it has a restaurant about 100 meters away which serves a decent breakfast and very tasteful dishes at night. I had the delicious langostinos with the ajillo sauce, but the caribeños sauce which I also tasted was terrific as well. The very friendly and helpful owner Eduardo is a good host and he speaks English almost fluently."

Robert

SAR 280

SAR 310 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sep - 13 Sep

2. SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

Colon

Sebastian

SAR 377

SAR 416 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

3. Hotel Sotelo

Barrio Sur

Georgia

SAR 118

SAR 130 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

4. La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

Cristobal

DEBRA BARBARA

SAR 112

SAR 123 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

5. Hotel Andros

Barrio Sur

Dian

SAR 147

SAR 162 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

6. New Washington Hotel

Barrio Norte

DANA

SAR 295

SAR 327 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

7. Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Colon

Patrick

SAR 537

SAR 591 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

8. ScubaPortobelo

Portobelo

David

SAR 226

SAR 250 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

9. Villa Bella Portobelo

Portobelo

Michael

SAR 207

SAR 228 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

10. La Posada del Buzo

Portobelo

Juan

SAR 388

SAR 430 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

11. Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Colon

Ian

SAR 516

SAR 570 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (Casa Rayo) | Terrace/patio

12. Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Portobelo

Lori

SAR 259

SAR 287 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sep - 13 Sep

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Top Rio Gatun Hotel Reviews

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

8/10 Good

"It's a good destination to stay in Colon City"

Hotel Sotelo

8/10 Good

"I appreciated the close proximity to the shipping ports ."

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views, amazing food at the restaurant, loved the art and vibes. Very authentic Carribean experience."

Hotel Andros

10/10 Excellent

"It close to the free zone and taxis r early and easy to get. Lovely"

Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.

10/10 Excellent

"Nice pool excellent host ver good for the price highly recommend"

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."

BirdHouse@Gamboa, Panama Canal

10/10 Excellent

"Such an amazing stay, from the house, to the surroundings and the owner. We used all the recommendations (Kamir is a great cook and wonderful person), went on a boat tour and enjoyed the Embera trip. It was our first time in the jungle and Gamboa was a great experience. Safe and friendly all around!"

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

8/10 Good

"The room was a little tired but clean, and the staff were excellent."

Complete house in Gamboa, by Panama Canal-Casa completa en Gamboa

10/10 Excellent

"Other than making coffee - we didn't use the kitchen! But it looked great if we had wanted to use it."

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La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

Calle 11 y Avenida Bolivar Colon Panama

SAR 112

SAR 123 total

13 Aug - 14 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)

Villa Bella Portobelo

Buenaventura Portobelo Colón

SAR 207

SAR 228 total

13 Aug - 14 Aug

includes taxes & fees

5.4/10 (11 reviews)

ScubaPortobelo

Vía Portobelo, Colón Portobelo Provincia de Colón

SAR 226

SAR 250 total

25 Aug - 26 Aug

includes taxes & fees

5.6/10 (4 reviews)

Hotel Internacional de Colón

Calle 11 con Avenida Bolivar Colon Colón Province

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9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)

Sand Diamond Hotel

Millennium Plaza, Av A. Waked, Ciudad de Colon Colon Colón

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La Casa del Rio

Maria Chiquita- Via a Portobello Maria Chiquita Colon

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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 68 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.

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Our top choices for Rio Gatun hotels

1. Vicina Maris Beach Lodge

2. SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

3. Hotel Sotelo

4. La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

5. Hotel Andros

6. New Washington Hotel

7. Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

8. ScubaPortobelo

9. Villa Bella Portobelo

10. La Posada del Buzo

11. Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

12. Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

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Top Rio Gatun Hotel Reviews

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

Hotel Sotelo

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Hotel Andros

Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.

La Posada del Buzo

BirdHouse@Gamboa, Panama Canal

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Complete house in Gamboa, by Panama Canal-Casa completa en Gamboa

More cheap stays in Rio Gatun

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

Villa Bella Portobelo

ScubaPortobelo

Hotel Internacional de Colón

Sand Diamond Hotel

La Casa del Rio

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