ScubaPortobelo

Mountain hostel in Portobelo with outdoor pool and restaurant

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February 2026
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Situated on the bay, ScubaPortobelo is a great choice for a stay in Portobelo. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Cable TV service
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
$68 nightly
$75 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View | Free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Cable channels
  • Bay view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Basic Chalet, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Chalet, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Chalet, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Chalet, Bay View | Free WiFi

Basic Chalet, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Cable channels
Living room
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Basic Twin Room, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Twin Room, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Twin Room, Bay View | Free WiFi
Basic Twin Room, Bay View | Free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Cable channels
Located on the top floor
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Vía Portobelo, Colón, Portobelo, Provincia de Colón

What's nearby

  • Portobelo National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Real Aduana de Portobelo - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Blanca Beach - 31 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Colon Free Zone - 44 min drive - 51.4 km
  • Colon 2000 - 49 min drive - 53.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 96 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 113 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Donde Arik - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Castillo - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Bar El Castillo - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rico y Rico Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fonda Arith - ‬4 min drive

About this property

ScubaPortobelo

Situated on the bay, ScubaPortobelo is a great choice for a stay in Portobelo. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ecotours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 27-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 70.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 70.00 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9.00 to 100.00 for adults, and USD 9.00 to 100.00 for children
  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10.00

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

ScubaPortobelo Portobelo
ScubaPortobelo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
ScubaPortobelo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Portobelo

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at ScubaPortobelo?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at ScubaPortobelo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at ScubaPortobelo?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at ScubaPortobelo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

What is there to do at ScubaPortobelo and nearby?

ScubaPortobelo has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near ScubaPortobelo?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around ScubaPortobelo like?

ScubaPortobelo is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Colon Free Zone, which is 48 minutes away by car.

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ScubaPortobelo Reviews

4.0

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Good

Waterside option

Upon checkin, greet guests with amenities first, not rules or what they can't do. Just something I noticed. Nice clean grounds, pool, and peer. Room though small, was sufficient for the night. Slept well and loved the hammock. Again, clean grounds.
David, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Even if I have paid and I had a printed confirmation the hôtel didn’t have m’y name. I had to pay in double
Claude, 1-night trip