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Gamboa, Panama

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Corregimiento de Cristobal Colon, IA 5, Gamboa, Colón, Panama •
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TOTAL EVENT SPACE:6,693ft²
LARGEST MEETING ROOM:4,822ft²
EVENT ROOMS:6
GUESTROOMS:166
AIRPORT:13 miles
A Contemporary Hotel Immersed in the Unspoiled Beauty in the Panama Rainforest

Gamboa Rainforest Resort, located in the lush Soberanía National Park along the Panama Canal, is a spectacular destination for groups seeking a mix of nature, adventure, and comfort. Whether you're organizing a corporate retreat, incentive trip, family reunion, or educational tour, this resort offers a unique blend of eco-experiences and group-friendly amenities in one of Central America’s most biodiverse regions.

Group-Friendly Accommodations

  • Offers 160+ rooms and suites, many with private balconies overlooking the Chagres River or rainforest canopy.
  • Junior suites and suites available for VIPs or small group leaders.
  • Group blocks and exclusive-use options can be arranged for events or coordinated stays.

Meetings & Events

  • Multiple event spaces, including indoor conference rooms and outdoor terraces.
  • Ideal for: Corporate retreats, Incentive travel, Destination weddings, academic or nature-focused group tours.
  • On-site event planning team to assist with logistics, catering, and audiovisual needs.

Location & Accessibility

  • Just 30 minutes from Panama City, yet surrounded by untouched rainforest.
  • Easy access to Tocumen International Airport, with group transfers available.
  • Close to Miraflores Locks, Pipeline Road, and other iconic Panamanian attractions.

Gamboa Rainforest Resort is a one-of-a-kind venue where nature meets comfort, offering groups a chance to connect, explore, and recharge in a truly unforgettable setting.

IDEAL GROUP SIZE:
60
MAX GROUP SIZE:
120
AT A GLANCE
Opened
2000
Remodeled
2023
Rate
110 - 150.00 per night
Self-Parking Available
Free
Other
No Smoking Rooms • Pets Allowed
TAXES & FEES
Room Tax
10% tax
Sales Tax
7% tax
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Hotel Amenities

Business
  • Conference Rooms
  • Audiovisual Services (Third Party)
  • Free Wi-Fi for guests in public areas
  • Option to upgrade Wifi Services
  • Transportation Services
Recreation
  • Sloth Sanctuary & Natural Exhibits (Butterfly Farm, Frog Farm, Orchids)
  • Aerial Tram
  • Gatun Boat Tour
  • Zip Line
  • Wounan Indigenous Village Tour
  • Sunset Boat Tour
  • Fishing Tours
  • Trails
  • Birdwatching Tours
  • Mountain Bike Park
  • Pool
Nearby
  • Discovery Nature Center
  • Panama Canal - Miraflores Lock
  • Pipeline Trail (For birdwatching)
  • Gamboa Town

Meeting Space

Capacity Chart
Total Sq Ft
Room Size Ft
Ceiling Ht Ft
Classroom
Theatre
Banquet 10
Reception
Conference
U Shape
Grand Ball Room
4,822
4822
N/A
300
400
300
400
350
70
Pre Function
1,980
1980
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Camino de Cruces
1,550
1550
N/A
80
90
90
120
90
40
Los Guayacanes
4,908
4908
N/A
240
300
250
325
300
65
Las Jacarandas
1,377
1377
N/A
60
75
70
75
75
35
Las Garzas
N/A
174
9
35
55
40
60
50
20
Library
N/A
249
12
N/A
N/A
N/A
20
N/A
N/A
Capibara Family Lounge
N/A
334
9
N/A
N/A
55
100
N/A
N/A
Corotu Terrace
N/A
1325
N/A
N/A
100
60
85
N/A
N/A
Las Tortugas Activity Center
15,000
4305
N/A
110
200
200
225
N/A
N/A
DINING, FOOD & BEVERAGE

Cuisine
International Cuisine Buffet & A la Carte
  • Corotu Restaurant
  • Monkey Bar Restaurant
  • Don Caiman Restaurant
  • La Cascada Pool Bar
Corotu Restaurant

Surrounded by breathtaking jungle scenes, it’s no surprise that the cuisine at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is inspired by the beauty and bounty of Panama. Fresh, seasonal fare blends perfectly with each restaurant’s relaxed ambiance for meals you won’t soon forget.

On-Site Dining

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  • La Cascada Pool Bar
    La Cascada Pool Bar
    Cuisine Type: Snack A la carte • Capacity: 120
  • Don Caiman Restaurant
    Don Caiman Restaurant
    Cuisine Type: Panamenian Fusion • Capacity: 180
    La Cascada Pool Bar
    La Cascada Pool Bar
    Cuisine Type: Snack A la carte • Capacity: 120
  • Monkey Bar Restaurant
    Monkey Bar Restaurant
    Cuisine Type: Light Fare A la Carte • Capacity: 70
  • Don Caiman Restaurant
    Don Caiman Restaurant
    Cuisine Type: Panamenian Fusion • Capacity: 180
  • La Cascada Pool Bar
    La Cascada Pool Bar
    Cuisine Type: Snack A la carte • Capacity: 120

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Hot dates
Lobby Exterior
Gamboa, Panama
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Dates:
Apr 15, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Guestrooms:
50
Rates from:
120+
Hot dates
Lobby Exterior
Gamboa, Panama
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Dates:
Apr 15, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Guestrooms:
60
Rates from:
120+
LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION

What's Nearby?

Corregimiento de Cristobal Colon, IA 5, Gamboa, Colón, Panama
Airport
Albrook Airport is 21 mi / 33 km away
Albrook Mall Metro Station is 23 mi / 36 km away
Miraflores Locks - Panama Canal is 13 mi / 20 km away
Convention Center is 23 mi / 36 km away