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Adults only
Motel
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant

1. SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
Colon
United States
Sebastian
RM429
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
Poolside bar
Aerial view
Lobby
Lobby

2. Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Colon
United States
Patrick
RM585
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Game viewing
Game viewing
Interior
Lobby

3. Vicina Maris Beach Lodge

Vicina Maris Beach Lodge
Maria Chiquita
Netherlands
Robert
RM327
RM360 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Vicina Maris Beach Lodge
Beach nearby, kayaking
Terrace/patio
Bed sheets
Living area

4. Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
Portobelo
United States
Lori
RM307
RM338 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
Outdoor pool
Interior detail
Lobby
Exterior

5. New Washington Hotel

New Washington Hotel
Barrio Norte
United States
DANA
RM349
RM384 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
New Washington Hotel
Front of property
Front of property
Lounge
Lounge

6. Hotel Andros

Hotel Andros
Barrio Sur
United States
Dian
RM165
RM182 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hotel Andros
Front of property
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Point of interest
Front of property

7. La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Cristobal
United States
DEBRA BARBARA
RM121
RM133 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Dining
Staircase
Front of property
Reception

8. Hotel Sotelo

Hotel Sotelo
Barrio Sur
United States
Georgia
RM129
RM142 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Sotelo
Aerial view
Rollaway beds, WiFi
Marina
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

9. Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay
Colon
Canada
Ian
RM588
RM647 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay
Outdoor dining
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach shuttle

10. La Posada del Buzo

La Posada del Buzo
Portobelo
United States
Juan
RM454
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
La Posada del Buzo
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Exterior detail
Restaurant

11. Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo
Portobelo
United States
Michael
RM226
RM248 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Villa Bella Portobelo
Front of property
Restaurant
Front of property
Free WiFi

12. ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo
Portobelo
United States
David
RM257
RM283 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
ScubaPortobelo
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Top Rio Gatun Hotel Reviews

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

8/10 Good
"It's a good destination to stay in Colon City"
Sebastian 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

10/10 Excellent
"Buenos cuartos, buenos aires"
Eric 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Hotel Sotelo

Hotel Sotelo

8/10 Good
"I appreciated the close proximity to the shipping ports ."
Georgia 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hotel Sotelo
Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful views, amazing food at the restaurant, loved the art and vibes. Very authentic Carribean experience."
Sheila 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
Hotel Andros

Hotel Andros

10/10 Excellent
"It close to the free zone and taxis r early and easy to get. Lovely"
Dian 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel Andros
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 doesnโ€™t have much to say for itself. But if you want tropical quiet then this is the place."
Thomas 4-night trip
Posted 4 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 7 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
RM121
RM133 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (134 reviews)
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo

Buenaventura Portobelo Colรณn
RM226
RM248 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
5.4/10 (11 reviews)
Villa Bella Portobelo
ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo

Vรญa Portobelo, Colรณn Portobelo Provincia de Colรณn
RM257
RM283 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
5.6/10 (4 reviews)
ScubaPortobelo
Hotel Internacional de Colรณn

Hotel Internacional de Colรณn

Calle 11 con Avenida Bolivar Colon Colรณn Province
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Hotel Internacional de Colรณn
Sand Diamond Hotel

Sand Diamond Hotel

Millennium Plaza, Av A. Waked, Ciudad de Colon Colon Colรณn
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La Casa del Rio

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 traveller data. Two other options for your stay in 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.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio Gatun, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Rio Gatun.
How is it to stay in Rio Gatun?
Those travelling to Rio Gatun will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. There are 68 hotels and other accommodation options 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. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Rio Gatun guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Rio Gatun?
The hottest months are usually May and September, with an average temperature of 27ยฐC, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26ยฐC. The rainiest months in Rio Gatun are July, November, August and October, with each month seeing an average of 348 mm of rainfall.