Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

It is in the entrance of rainforest jungle. At night, you hear many animal sound. The soundproof is really bad. You can hear not only animals but all the tv, shower, toiler, etc that human can make. The dinner buffet is not good. The food at the bar is bad. And the tour cost is crazily expensive.

I was a bit nervous to come here because of reviews but ended up having a wonderful stay. First, the property is beautiful. There are amazing views from almost everywhere, and the lobby is gorgeous. Everything was spotlessly clean. The pool area is really nice. The customer service here is also amazing. From the staff waiting to show you to your room, to the front desk, to the tour reservations. Everyone was so friendly. The room I booked was a bit dated but charming, and comfortable. The view of the rainforest and chagres river with the hammock was spectacular. I loved laying in the hammock, reading a book. Last, the tours. The free night safari was a blast! I ended up going on it twice and saw more animals the second time. We saw capybara and all sorts of wildlife. The aerial tram was amazing and I highly recommend it. Overall i would highly recommend this resort!

Totally disappointed with my experience. While I appreciated the fabulous location and the kindness of most staff members, the food was the main issue. Due to the remote setting, we had limited dining options: a buffet at the main restaurant or menu selections at the bar. Over the course of two lunches and one dinner from the simple menu at the bar, we faced excessively long wait times. The food was poorly prepared—overly deep-fried, with pizza that had a raw base, stale vegetables and cold fries. Additionally, the waitress service was lacking; there were no checks on our meals or drink refills, and I had to approach the counter each time to settle the bill. Our feeling was we were being ignored because it was quite apparent the food was substandard. Given the lack of alternative dining options, we resorted to snacks like crisps and chocolates from the shop to supplement our meals. I did bring my concerns to the night manager. It’s unfortunate, especially considering I’ve heard similar feedback from other guests. I can only assume that we must be visiting during a low season for there to be such significant issues. The resort as a whole seems tired. Kids climbing frames, cycle tracks etc. giving insight to precious good times now apprising to be long gone. That said the excursions for the cable car/ sloth sanctuary were good and well organised.

This was the favorite part of our family trip. 6 nights - great food, wildlife GALORE! Monkeys - 3 different kinds! - , toucans, agoutis, capybara, alligators, turtles, owls, porcupine, birds - it was amazing. The highlight every night was the free night safari. We just loved this place!

The staff felt like family . The resort is snuggled away in the rainforest but also has the amenities of a city hotel. It is safe with multiple security checkpoints to on the property. Perfect 😍 place to relax for solo travelers and families.

Still waiting for lunch… We are fairly patient people - but so far we have been waiting over an hour at their “fast” snack food restaurant. Very simple, non complicated dishes. Starving. No one has explained what is happening. Still waiting…

Great family experience in Panama Jungle and Canal. Boat tour, aerial tram and ***** refugee tours are very recommended. Reception and pool bar tender very attentive. Rooms are large and we had a great view of Charges River. Highly recommended for a family escape in Panama..

An amazing resort to stay at. The spacious room, bathroom and balcony overlooking the river and the hospitality and professionalism of the staff were among the few things that made our stay relaxing, enjoyable and peaceful! The tour package was great and worth every penny. The night tour included in the room rate was informational and fun. I highly recommend it. We will definitely come back with our guests!

When the staff treat you with such friendliness and respect, you know that the place is a hidden gem. The place is wonderful, but the staff are just truly unforgettable. From the restaurant, to the front desk, to the guides, to the pool staff. They always have a smile and ready to help! I will take that with me. Thank you! Loved this resort! The food is delicious, the wildlife is astonishing, the birding is awesome, the pool is fantastic. I hope to be able to come again one day!