Somewhat outdated facilities, didn’t have an easily accessible platforms / playroom for kids - as a family-oriented resort, there were some abandoned houses that are part of the resort that gave a depressed feeling.

Expansive property located in the rain forest with a full time activity desk; very convenient tours, especially for traveling with a toddler.

Stayed in August 2025

Iris on reception very unhelpful for no apparent reason. We explained we were checking out at 5.30 am and she simply refused to engagexin assisting with some food for breakfast. After help from all other staff she then queried if we wanted a fruit box, which wax all we had suggested in the first instance!

Amazing overall ambiance. Iker our guide with brian on night crocodile trip were brilliant.engaging, very knowledgeable and warm and friendly. Clara on reception helpful and friendly..all staff in. Monkey bar very helpful.

Stayed in August 2025

It was all pretty dated Food could be better considering the price

Beautiful view over the rainforest Great location to venture out for activities

Stayed in July 2025

Bathroom facilities and room a bit outdated. Pillows quite high

Great stay in the rain forest. Good options of activities and nice pool. Friendly and helpful staff. Family restaurant options.

Stayed in August 2025

location, room, breakfast and pool

Stayed in July 2025

Our door lock malfunctioned on multiple occasions. Need to emphasize not opening your balcony door, invaded by bugs at night but our fault for not double checking the sign.

Spectacular facilities and tours, epic location right on the Canal surrounded by wildlife and great vistas. Loved the hammock and the balconies, the safari vehicle outings and walking the grounds… Great wildlife staff.

Stayed in July 2025

Could use some big maintenance, I guess they will wait till it is really needed. It was still good for value.

Breakfast first day 10/10 Breakfast second day 5/10 Breakfast third day 9/10 Breakfast average 8/10 Swimming pool very nice Nice location in the forest Nice available tours Best was the boot tour where we could see 3 different monkeys, crocodiles, sloth, iguana as also the river and the canal.

Stayed in July 2025

There are no other restaurants around the area. Ate at the restaurant on-site with meal plan (buffet). Food was okay but not great. Tours were a bit pricy for tourists.

It's right in the heart of the canal - lots of wildlife and activities. Room has a balcony and a hammock with the view of the Chargres River. Lovely rainforest environment.

Stayed in July 2025

The hotel and the rooms would need some renovation. The restaurants are not better than ok.

The location and the pool are great.

Stayed in April 2025

Do not book the all inclusive option on bookings.com. it did not meet my expectations. It only included food at the formal restaurant , not at the casual restaurant or the pool bar. and it didnt include any alcohol which was pretty expensive at the resort with no other options nearby if you didn't have a car. The bookings .com all inclusive also had no actvities other then the night safari. It was not worth the money for me. Excursions are very expensive.

Location was beautiful. Saw a lot of wildlife. Night safari was nice. Highly recommend the zipline.

Stayed in June 2025

Only food options were 2 hotel restaurants. Both good, but nothing else close by

Building and Grounds were gorgeous. Saw many beautiful birds. Close To local activities

Stayed in May 2025

rust in the shower, no place to hang hand towel, needs smart tv to watch netflix or youtube, cable has few channels.

fauna, flora, location, food, night tour.

Stayed in May 2025

The room AC wouldn’t go below 24C. Even after asking the front desk to fix it. So made for sweaty nights. And the food at the monkey bar wasn’t edible 🥲

Amazing view of the chagas river. Nice patio off the room. Black out curtains. Quality linens on bed. Nice thick towels. Comfy bed. The sloth exhibit was really good. We came during the quiet time. The menu in the restaurant was limited but good food each meal delightful pool - was perfect on a hot day. the night tour was fun. The shower was wonderful. Lots of hot water and no alteration in template. Beautiful resort. Spotlessly clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Stayed in May 2025

The excursions are really expensive

Nice pool. Great to be close to the jungle . There is a great coffee and snack bar for inexpensive meals. Great short but free night safari

Stayed in April 2025

Toilet leak on bathroom floor, air conditioner did not work properly, sheets on bed were terrible

Staff, night safari, breakfast

Stayed in May 2025

Everything is SO expensive. The breakfast is $24 and dinner is $30, no way we ate that much in food. And it’s the only option for breakfast. The excursions are also very pricy! The best was the zip lining for $55 per person.

The property was beautiful!

Stayed in April 2025

It’s a beautiful property but it might need a few upgrades.

Lovely set up, amazing views and the staff is really knowledgeable of the fauna and flora of the area.

Stayed in April 2025

No hairdryer, very expensive drinks. Very expensive activities.

Amazing location, nice food at buffet. Excellent choice of food.

Stayed in April 2025

The air conditioner did make a lot of noise and was not cold enough.

The staff was incredible

Stayed in April 2025

Lack of highchairs, limited places to eat besides the reserve.

Pool, locations, views

Stayed in April 2025

The tours were pricey and the sloth sanctuary tour was a disappointment. Please provide a non-alcoholic beer at your bar - every good hotel offers this choice.

The buffets (dinner and breakfast) were wonderful, with a wide selection for every taste. Delicious! However, it would have been nice to have a non-buffet choice that was not just a limited bar menu, as the hotel provides.

Stayed in April 2025

The facility could use more general maintanance for both the rooms as the facilities. Prices for both the (A-la-carte) meals, cocktails as the excursions are all high for panama standards, especially once you understand that all excursions are facilitated (/owned?) by the resort itself. I was there at the end of the high season but sun sets around 7pm and most / all resort activity ended around 8pm and after that there is only little to do on/around the resort property.

I really enjoyed my stay at the gamboa resort. The hotel location is as good as it gets, it's the best value for your money and the only proper hotel in the Gamboa region. The morning buffet has a very good selection and the food tastes great. The selection of excursions are hosted by young and enthousiastic guides. Some advice: Take the earliest monkey island tour and/or the sunrise tour for the best value for your money. Skip the Sloth Sanctuary and the Aerial tram and take one of the many (free) trails on the resort's property (With a good chance to see sloths & monkeys).

Stayed in April 2025

Cable tv

Boat ride Panama canal, cable car, forest, wildlife,hiking, vegetarian options in food, the staff

Stayed in April 2025

The room needs maintenance, but the balcony more than compensated for that; wish I could have stayed longer.

The room balcony with the hammock had peaceful views through the trees over the lake, the toucans rested in nearby trees, capybara wandering on the lawn beneath; breakfast was plentiful and varied; beautiful swimming pools areas; the landscaping of the large complex was superb; the view when entering the hotel has a memorable wow factor.

Stayed in March 2025