We arrived late at night - and when we opened the curtains next morning, the magical view over the Chagres River took our breath away. (We had the deluxe top floor room with hammocks) The villas would not have this view, but they appear to be large, and similarly appointed - and a more economical option. Hotel is situated in... more

Well, this is a first for me! I am now writing from the Gamboa resort after paying $47 for three days of internet. For those who know me, I am a scuba diver, who was talked into going to this resort, instead of diving. One of our adult children is in a wedding party, and my wife, miss unadventurous, decided... more

It is a beatiful big hotel where you can do a lot of things. Please, note that if you want to go / drive to the city it is about 20-30 min away. Thus, you have to be sure about your planned activities in advances. You have to be aware to buy "handy" stoff because the hotel does not have... more

Gamboa Resort is absolutly beautiful. My husband and I had the pleasure of staying there a few weeks ago. It was such a different experience for us staying in the middle of the rain forest, just amazing. Peaceful, quiet with stunning views from the rooms. The pool was so very beautiful with a foot long waterfall down the lengh of... more

I really find it difficult to believe that there are a (few) gripes about this place. Have literally just returned (2 hours ago) from our 14 day tour holiday courtesy of Virgin Holidays. 3 nights Panama City, followed by 4 nights at the Gamboa, and then 7 nights at the Royal Decameron. I'll write my reviews on the other hotels... more

This was one of the most amazing places that I have ever been! The grounds were amazing. The adventures were wonderful. We took off early in the morning for a self-guided hike and it was beautiful! Monkeys, ant eaters, camen, toucans, and blue morph butterflies! When it became too hot we stayed in the pool. We had a rental car,... more

We spent four weeks at the Royal Decameron in Farallon ,( good food, good golf, good times) and then spent our last week in Gamboa at the Rain Forest Hotel. I loved it! My husband, not so much, but he finds it a bit boring if there is not a golf course on his doorstep! The staff were very helpful... more

My husband and I stayed at Gamboa for part of our honeymoon and we loved it. Like other reviews have mentioned, the service in Panama is what some consider bad. If you learn to accept that and not get frustrated, you will have a fabulous time. Gamboa is in the middle of no where, so you are stuck on the... more

We read all of the reviews and were very hesitant to stay here, but in hindsight I am glad we did. You just have to understand where you are going. First, a word about the service. Yes, the service is bad. The service in Panama is different than it is in the US and Europe, and it's not great compared... more