Calle Genea, detrás de la Casa de la Aduana, Portobelo, Panama
#4 of 7 hotels in Portobelo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 135 B&B reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 August 2025
Catherine
New ZealandKitchen was closed, we arrived late and expected to have dinner. Kitchen under renovation and drilling still at 7pm, drilling started again at 7.30am. Breakfast just average. Price too high
Sea front location and walking to the town centre
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Erica
United StatesNo hot water and mold in the room.
Great location and the staff were wonderful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Shaunette
PanamaOur stay ended too soon.
I loved everything! The room was clean and very spacious. Even though it didn't say that it was a asea view, we could see the sea from the kitchen window, The food at the restaurant was also very good and the staff was very attentive. Karaoke was also fun..thanks for brightening up my evening :) The art gallery was amazing as well. Keep up the good work Annie :) I'll definitely return!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Paola
United StatesThe property has an excellent location! The neighborhood was safe, quiet, and friendly.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 May 2025
Rgb
IndiaOn the expensive side for Portobelo.
Best hotel in town. Perfectly located with nearby secure parking. Spacious, beautifully furnished room with a lovely balcony overlooking the bay. Very nice bathroom. Excellent restaurant, kind and helpful staff, and an attached shop/art gallery with a knowledgeable curator. Can't go wrong with this choice
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 11 May 2025
Gulnara
United States1. Very slippery bathroom floors 2. You can hear every morning boat engines noise around 7 am . 3.every night I can hear mouses or rats trying to scratch or get inside the room from roof I believe 🤦♀️ 4.And your parking not free, $7.00 every night the price is not big deal, but they should definitely mention on booking. 5.we stayed on a 3 rd floor it was only option for family(I don’t mind👌) but the way last 16 stairs was made was a very extreme for us to go up and done😔so if you have back problems or you have to care heavy suitcases or baby 3rd floor is not your option 👎
Hello! I love our room size just perfect for us. We had 3 medium size windows and they all have awesome views. Hot water, good air conditioning, room had a fridge and electric kettle 👌very convenient for me because I love to have my own tea or hot water before breakfast 👌 Manadger send me welcome text & share his exact location with me true WhatsApp ( I felt very pleased) Very clean restaurant & yummy breakfast, it’s was very convenient because we had hungry toddler with us😁
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 29 April 2025
Tom
BelgiumShower did not get warm
Well located. View over the bay. Nice staff. Hammock on the terrace
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Jordi
PanamaThe rooms are comfortable and very well decorated but they need a few renovations (nothing relevant).
It is very well located, just in front of the sea. The rooms are big and very nice. They can coordinate boat trips just on the water front of the hotel/restaurant.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 25 April 2025
Clara
United StatesCasa Congo and Casa Rayo Verde's staff were fantastic! The location was perfect for my needs. The food was wonderful. The staff was polite and very helpful. I highly recommend Casa Congo and Casa Rayo Verde!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Luis
SpainThe place is cute, tranquile, interesting and clean. The staff in the hotel is really nice, and the breakfast is actually very good. Well located to visit Portobello ruins.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 20 March 2025
Honeycutt
United StatesEverything was wonderful. Our apartment was large, comfortable and looked out over the beautiful bay. Breakfast was included and wonderful. We also dined here one night for dinner and had cocktails. Everything was delicious and fresh. We did several activities with the hotel but the percussion class at La Escualita de Ritmo was the highlight. Portobelo is rich in history, culture and beauty. The town is warm and welcoming. I highly recommend staying at Casa Congo.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 17 March 2025
Max
United KingdomIt's quite expensive but that's the deal I guess, if you stay in Portobelo.
Really liked my room, so nice to have a chilled calm place to stay. Also the restaurant serves good food with lovely views out across the water. Good A/C, nice breakfast and excellent location.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Stéphane
BelgiumThe rooms are accessible only by staircase.
The hotel front towards the sea is great and e arranged for Juan to pick-up us directly at the hotel to bring us at Playa Huerta. Portobelo was very lively during Carnaval and we were one of the few tourists enjoying the scene. Hotel is located between the two fortress and can simply walk there. There is an ATM at the police station with diving centre 100 m away.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Gary
United StatesThe rooms are very basic - Its an old building.
Great location in town, on the coast - great views, comfortable hammocks. Helpful to arrange water taxi trips to beach. Staff very helpful and friendly. Near forts and restaurants.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Paul
United KingdomEverything was great
The owner and staff couldn't have helped more. Right in the Heart of Portobelo
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Leslie
United StatesAll good!
Incredible view and lovely patio with hammock situated on the water. The room was comfortable and we truly enjoyed the art surrounding us at every step, both in the room and at the gallery and restaurant. . The staff was welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was delicious and served with a smile. Highly recommend!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 January 2025
Elizabeth
United StatesGreat location and excellent food.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2025
Mark
United StatesN/A
Everything. The art gallery is quite good. We were in the other building with our little room and balcony, loved it!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 12 January 2025
Mark
United StatesN/A
Better than pictures. Great staff, thank you Jorge!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Stephen
New ZealandSlightly over priced
Location, staff.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Giuditta
SwitzerlandBeautifully decorated room on the sea, nestled amongst fishermen’s houses and with scalding hot shower. Super helpful and attentive staff
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 11 December 2024
Lyudmila
Canadano complains
Everything was very good
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 1 December 2024
Kamel
United StatesAccess. You need to park the car 100 meters away. Not a big deal!
The Reina Congo was a great room with a balcony on the water. Food @ the Restaurant was very good. Jose @ the reception was fantastic. Also, the restaurant staff were courteous.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Martin
CanadaSome people speaking on the phone early in the morning outside the room.
Beautiful location, with very nice art and decoration in the rooms. Clean and well organized. Sounds of water right outside the door. Delicious breakfast served by a very friendly staff.
Stayed in October 2024
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