Gamboa Rainforest Resort

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Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Name: Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Address: Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Panama City, panama
Telephone: 353818882077
Rating: 3.7

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About Gamboa Rainforest Resort

location

This hotel is situated a 2-minute drive from the centre of Gamboa, in the heart of the lush tropical forest of Panama, near the Panama Canal and within the Soberania National Park. It lies at the mouth of the River Chagres, only 30 minutes from the city.

facility

In addition to 43 villas/houses, guests can also choose from a selection of 150 rooms, including 13 junior suites, 4 suites and 90 single rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The holiday village offers various facilities for guests with disabilities. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hairdresser. Bicycle storage is available to guests. There is a bike hire service as well. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

rooms

Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. Guests can enjoy the garden view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The complex has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

sport

While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. The wide range of activities offered at the complex ensures that there is something new to do every day, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, golf and fishing. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy sailing and kayaking. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the holiday village, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

meals

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. For breakfast (continental), lunch, and dinner, guests serve themselves at the buffet or choose their favourite dishes from the à la carte options (for lunch and dinner). Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The complex also offers special catering options. The complex offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Amenities at Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Facilities (16)

Air conditioningLobbyCurrency ExchangeShopsConference RoomInternet accessRoom ServiceLaundry ServicePlaygroundElevator/ LiftIroning servicesLaundryNewspaperParkingSmoking roomsWifi

Beauty and Spa (4)

MassageSalonSpaSteam and Sauna

Building Information (1)

Garden (m²)

Business Center and Conferences (1)

Business Center

Common Area (5)

Game RoomLibraryPicnic areaReceptionSun Deck

Family and Kids (1)

Childcare service

General Services (7)

ConciergeDoctor on callLuggage storageMultilingual StaffPool/ Beach towelsWake-up Call / ServiceWheelchair

Hotel Type (1)

Family-friendly Hotel

Hygiene (3)

Contactless check-in/-outGym/ Fitness centreFirst-aid services

Meals (6)

Breakfast BuffetBreakfast ServedContinental BreakfastBarCafeRestaurant

Object Information (1)

Fax

Outdoor Activities and Sports (1)

Outdoor sports

Payment (1)

ATM

Room Facilities (6)

ShowerBathtubTVClosetRoom serviceToiletries

Security (2)

Fire extinguishersSecurity Guard

Shopping (1)

Souvenir shop

Sport/Entertainment (7)

Outdoor Pool(s)Swimming PoolSaunaTable TennisGolfTennisEvents

Transfers (1)

Airport Transfers

Location

Gamboa, Panama City, Panama

Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5

What's nearby

River10m

Check-in from 3:00 PM · Check-out by 12:00 PM

Gamboa, Panama City, Panama

Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5

What's nearby

River10m

Check-in from 3:00 PM · Check-out by 12:00 PM

User Rating & Reviews

3.7

Good

2670 reviews

Value
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Excellent832
Very Good910
Average492
Poor236
Terrible200

Recent Reviews: 2670

User: Sachi_Yanagi
Trip type: Couples
A Paradise for Bird Lovers! Great for Everyone + Exciting New Updates!
I am writing this review as a bird lover to share my experience and some exciting new information.Gamboa Rainforest Resort is, of course, the perfect base for those who want to do serious birdwatching as Pipeline Road. However, it is also wonderful for children, seniors, or anyone who may not be able to walk long distances.I use a bird song identification app, and just by walking for 5 minutes alo… I am writing this review as a bird lover to share my experience and some exciting new information.Gamboa Rainforest Resort is, of course, the perfect base for those who want to do serious birdwatching as Pipeline Road. However, it is also wonderful for childre…
User: DrasBrouwer
Trip type: Family
Perfect
Very beautifull hotel in a very beautifull surounding. Friendly staff. Very good food in the restaurant Monkey bar (and not expensive). We also loved the organised tours. Best place we stayed for us in Panama. Children also loved the big pool.Very beautifull hotel in a very beautifull surounding. Friendly staff. Very good food in the restaurant Monkey bar (and not expensive). We also loved the organised tours. Best place we stayed for us in Panama. Children also loved the big pool.
User: Trek27264172688
Trip type: Couples
Do Not Stay Here
This place is about 15yrs past when renovations should have been done. The furniture in our room was clearly from the 80's and has not worn well at all.The grounds are well kept, and the staff is very friendly.The common areas were hot and humid all the time.The location is remote and you are limited to what's available at the resort for food and entertainment. After several meals, we determined t… This place is about 15yrs past when renovations should have been done. The furniture in our room was clearly from the 80's and has not worn well at all.The grounds are well kept, and the staff is very friendly.The common areas were hot and humid all the time.T…
User: Si A
Trip type: Couples
Nice view
Although we didn’t stay at the hotel, we stopped by for lunch and to experience the famous tram tour. The hotel itself is beautiful, full of history, and enjoys a spectacular location with breathtaking views.Lunch was good without being exceptional, but the real highlight was the rainforest tram experience. The ride is both exciting and incredibly peaceful as the tram glides quietly through the fo… Although we didn’t stay at the hotel, we stopped by for lunch and to experience the famous tram tour. The hotel itself is beautiful, full of history, and enjoys a spectacular location with breathtaking views.Lunch was good without being exceptional, but the re…
User: 76sammyj
Trip type: Solo travel
Piece of Paradise
I booked Gamboa Rainforest Reserve on a bit of a whim the morning I arrived, as I wasn’t quite ready to leave the peace and tranquillity of the jungle and head back into Panama City. It turned out to be one of the best decisions I made on my entire trip.The grounds are absolutely breathtaking, and waking up surrounded by nature was something really special. Spotting monkeys, birds and other wildli… I booked Gamboa Rainforest Reserve on a bit of a whim the morning I arrived, as I wasn’t quite ready to leave the peace and tranquillity of the jungle and head back into Panama City. It turned out to be one of the best decisions I made on my entire trip.The gr…

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