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Our top choices for Rio Gatun hotels

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a second-floor balcony.

1. SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
3.0 star property
Colon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (336 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, close to everything in Colon. The breakfast was delicious and fresh. Would stay again in the future."
United States
Monica
The price is RM426
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a port with cranes.

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

Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall
4.0 star property
Barrio Sur
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (995 reviews)
"had a great time there. Javier the receptionist Was a great help to us"
United Kingdom
Fanella
The price is RM471
RM518 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall
A hotel with a swimming pool, a covered area, and a multi-story building with balconies.

3. Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
3.5 star property
Colon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (825 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
David
The price is RM551
RM606 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
A swimming pool with a view of the ocean and ships in the distance.

4. New Washington Hotel

New Washington Hotel
3.5 star property
Barrio Norte
6.2 out of 10, (115 reviews)
"Worst place Ever, do not go there"
United States
Cesar
The price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
New Washington Hotel
A multi-story hotel with balconies, air conditioning units, and a street in front with parked cars and traffic cones.

5. La Cubana Colón

La Cubana Colón
2.5 star property
Cristobal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (149 reviews)
"It was a good stay"
United States
Kailesh
The price is RM120
RM133 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
La Cubana Colón
A covered walkway leading to a building with a glass entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

6. Vicina Maris Beach Lodge

Vicina Maris Beach Lodge
3.0 star property
Maria Chiquita
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"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."
Netherlands
Robert
The price is RM338
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Vicina Maris Beach Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of boats, and framed pictures on the wall.

7. Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay
3.0 star property
Colon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (37 reviews)
"The room was a little tired but clean, and the staff were excellent."
Canada
Ian
The price is RM767
RM843 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay
Terrace/patio

8. Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
3.0 star property
Portobelo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (138 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay. It was near perfect for me and my own personal preferences."
United States
Jimmy
The price is RM274
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
A room with a bed, a standing fan, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a small window.

9. Hostal Portobelo

Hostal Portobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"100 % recomendable"
United States
Cristhyan
The price is RM140
RM154 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hostal Portobelo
A building with a tiled patio, blue chairs, and palm trees.

10. La Posada del Buzo

La Posada del Buzo
3.0 star property
Portobelo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (14 reviews)
"Great spot for scuba diving, amazing staff, family owned and operated dive facility and hotel. Restaurant on site with delicious food."
United States
Juan
The price is RM451
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
La Posada del Buzo
A clear blue pool with a view of a tropical landscape and a distant island.

11. ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
5.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Upon checkin, greet guests with amenities first, not rules or what they can't do. Just something I noticed. Nice clean grounds, pool, and peer. Room though small, was sufficient for the night. Slept well and loved the hammock. Again, clean grounds."
United States
David
The price is RM256
RM281 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
ScubaPortobelo
A beachfront property with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with a balcony.

12. Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
5.6 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"This is a lovely rustic place to stay. The staff is friendly and helpful. The sunset from the beach was beautiful. "
United States
Michael
The price is RM249
RM274 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Villa Bella Portobelo
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Hotel Andros

Hotel Andros

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and spacious room."
Nicholas 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Andros

More cheap stays in Rio Gatun

La Cubana Colón

La Cubana Colón

Calle 11 y Avenida Bolivar Colon Panama
The price is RM120 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
RM120
RM133 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (149 reviews)

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 Hotel Andros. 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 71 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 Galeta Island Marine Education Center 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 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Rio Gatun are July, November, August and October, with each month seeing an average of 348 mm of rainfall.