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Reviews of Rainforest Lodge del Rio

4 km de portobelo, 100 m antes del puente cascaja, Portobelo, Panama

#3 of 7 hotels in Portobelo

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Review score

Based on 27 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    8.0
    Enjoyed my stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice getaway in nature. But very cheap to get into portobello via taxi which they connected me to and used to get around. The owner and staff were also very nice and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect areas t relax, little swimming pool parot, dog and staff

    Great place, views and very friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very calm in the nature, the owner was super nice

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's no hot water which is normal in that area but I like my shower super hot and that was the only thing missing

    The staff are adorable The location is good Its clean It's good price for the rooms Its perfect for a few days exploring the area The view is super nice

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only cash, card with high provision.

    Simple but clean stay, pool as a big pros.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    8.0
    A decent option for the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    You have to order the meals: chicken and rice was 7,50 USD and breakfast (eggs and corn pancakes) 3,75 USD. I asked for coffee with milk, because I thought it was included and it was charged as an extra. No wi-fi. We were the only guests and the property managers were 2 teenage kids, which felt a bit "amateur".

    This accommodation is "in the middle of nowhere", but closeby by car to Portobelo and Puerto Lindo where you can take boats to the nearby islands. The scenery in the middle of the forest is beautiful and the pool very nice. They have a nice and friendly dog.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2024

    9.0
    Nice place in the middle of nowhere
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of mosquitos by the nearby river during the rainy season.

    The room was spacious, clean and well maintained. The owner can prepare tasty foods and drinks according to request. There is a swimming pool I didn't use, but the biggest + is that the owner can arrange trips for you which are priced cheaper than you find on official tour sites.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    9.0
    Be prepared for a lot of insects when on terrace, especially mosquitoes.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious room and terrace, nice stuff (we made last minute reservation and there were no problem).

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Quiet and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It could have been a bit cleaner and we were only able to pay in cash

    Really big room and really quiet at night. Staff was really friendly and spoke English which is a big plus here.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Great place to spend a day or two exploring the Caribbean coast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our room had no fridge but there is a shared fridge in the common area so not a big deal.

    The pool was great to cool down after a busy day. It's in an outstanding condition. Optional breakfast was great and there is a possibility to order dinner.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    8.0
    We had a wonderful time enjoying the gorgeous scenery and going to bed/waking up with the sounds of nature. Thank yo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful setting, comfortable bed and room, convenient location to Portobelo and later Isla Grande

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Amazing hosts and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Wonderful hosts who made the stay for us. Can’t recommend it highly enough, they go out of their way to ensure you have an amazing time. Free tour on the first day was excellent. Comfortable with a great location. Go and you won’t be disappointed!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    9.0
    We spent several relaxing days and saw plenty of tropical birds there and on hikes.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    While allowed to make our own meals (stove and refrigerator) the outdoor kitchen was short on commonly needed utensils and lacked bowls.

    Good breakfast and dinner. Nice balcony for birding. Helpful hosts. Nice pool.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    8.0
    Nice comfortable, peaceful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very peaceful location off the beaten path. Hosts were very accommodating and attentive. Breakfast was great. Nice pool to enjoy as well. Room was very clean. Nice wrap around terrace balcony to sit out and enjoy nature. I will go back again

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2023

    10
    Peace
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The nearest to the town and the beaches

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awsome people that give you 5 star service, awsome food, close to town. Minutes from 2 beautiful islands, always concetned about your needs

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    9.0
    Amazing & right in the jungle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Be ready for the cold water & some insects, but its normal in the jungle. Outdoor kitchen should be more equipped & clean.

    Amazing place to stay in the jungle. Room very spacious, freshly renovated. Breakfasts were very good. All the amenities were nice. Host answered all our questions.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    2.0
    Staff was very kind but just know what you’re getting into with this hotel. There is no WiFi and no hot water which was
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no hot water and no WiFi.

    The staff was very kind and really tried to be helpful. Our kids also really liked the breakfast they made.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    7.0
    Great host, a birds’ paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house is a succession of extensions and add-ons and feels unfinished which breaks the vibe of the gorgeous surrounding nature.

    We visited the region to spend a few days in/nearby the forest. From the lodge, we could observe an incredible diversity of birds. It was a convenient base, there aren’t many accommodation options around here. Lilibeth was always available and helpful with advice, organizing trips, and she was even our guide on one hike. The room had good aircon.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2022

    9.0
    Great stay ! The place is surrounded by nature, the hosts are friendly and welcoming, great food !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2022

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