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1. SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
3.0 star property
Colon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (279 reviews)
"We booked this property based on location as we were leaving Colon for a cruise and it was perfect."
United States
Nickeda
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

2. Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
3.5 star property
Colon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (787 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3. Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante
3.0 star property
Portobelo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"I love this place"
United States
Lori
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Casa Congo - Rayo Verde - Restaurante

4. Hotel Andros

Hotel Andros
3.0 star property
Barrio Sur
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (166 reviews)
"It close to the free zone and taxis r early and easy to get. Lovely"
United States
Dian
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Andros

5. 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, (956 reviews)
"Staff were very attentive during my stay. The young man at check in was very helpfull and pleasant. Enjoyed breakfast!"
United States
Laura
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall

6. La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
2.5 star property
Cristobal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (131 reviews)
"I liked the cleanliness and comfortable beds"
United States
DEBRA BARBARA
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

7. Hotel Sotelo

Hotel Sotelo
3.0 star property
Barrio Sur
7.8 out of 10, Good, (44 reviews)
"I really like the hotel. I think is the best option in the downtown area. Logically is an old hotel but they renovated it"
United States
Roberto
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Hotel Sotelo

8. Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay
3.0 star property
Colon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"The room was a little tired but clean, and the staff were excellent."
Canada
Ian
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

9. New Washington Hotel

New Washington Hotel
3.5 star property
Barrio Norte
6.2 out of 10, (106 reviews)
"The young lady working as the cook/outside-inside service personnel near the pool has a excellent work attitude and personality when interacting with guests."
United States
Alan
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
New Washington Hotel

10. La Posada del Buzo

La Posada del Buzo
3.0 star property
Portobelo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (15 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 €107
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
La Posada del Buzo

11. Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
5.4 out of 10, (11 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 €59
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Villa Bella Portobelo

12. ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
4.8 out of 10, (3 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 €61
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
ScubaPortobelo
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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.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Rio Gatun has to offer?
Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.: This holiday home rental outside of Rio Gatun 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 holiday with amenities such as 1 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 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 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 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.

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