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Next weekend
20 Nov - 22 Nov
In two weeks
27 Nov - 29 Nov
In one month
11 Dec - 13 Dec
In two months
8 Jan - 10 Jan

Our top choices for Colon hostels

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a wooden fence and string lights.

1. Hostal Portobelo

Hostal Portobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"100 % recomendable"
United States
Cristhyan
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hostal Portobelo
A beachside setting with a dock, lounge chairs, and a table under a tree.

2. Villa Bella Portobelo

Villa Bella Portobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
5.6 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"This is a lovely rustic place to stay. The staff is friendly and helpful. The sunset from the beach was beautiful. "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Villa Bella Portobelo
A clear blue pool with a view of a tropical landscape and a distant island.

3. ScubaPortobelo

ScubaPortobelo
2.0 star property
Portobelo
5.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"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."
United States
David
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
ScubaPortobelo
A cozy indoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, surrounded by shelves with plants and books.

4. Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel

Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel
2.0 star property
Casco Viejo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Great location, heaps of activities offered, friendly staff and great amenities. We loved our stay here!"
Australia
Ashleigh
The price is NZ$64
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a hanging plant, and a water feature.

5. Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel

Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The manager was very nice. Close to some good restaurants."
United States
Brooke
The price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

6. Axha Hostel

Axha Hostel
2.0 star property
Calidonia
6.6 out of 10, (52 reviews)
"Good air conditioning, a little noisy, nice BED. Nice location"
United States
Antony
The price is NZ$37
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Axha Hostel
A pool area with a lounge chair and a television.

7. Cultura Humana Guesthouse

Cultura Humana Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This place was fine and good value for price. I got in late and left early so didn’t get to see the outside area."
United States
Audrey
The price is NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Cultura Humana Guesthouse
An outdoor bar area with seating and a pool, surrounded by tall buildings.

8. Posada 1914

Posada 1914
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Great place to stay, great location and staff was super helpful!"
United States
Aramis
The price is NZ$54
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Posada 1914
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, surrounded by lush greenery and a metal railing.

9. Hostel Loco Coco Loco

Hostel Loco Coco Loco
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"Friendly, cozy, nice pool n showers"
United States
Kurt
The price is NZ$61
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hostel Loco Coco Loco
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a Buddha statue, and string lights.

10. ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA

ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
"The place is unique. The staff was amazing and the location was excellent."
United States
Cleidimar
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA
A bar area with a sign that reads 'CHEERS TO GOOD TIMES & GOOD FRIENDS!' and a variety of bottles and glasses.

11. Hotel Museo Relic

Hotel Museo Relic
2.0 star property
Casco Viejo
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Totalmente diferente a como se ve en las fotos y mal trato por parte de la recepcionista"
United States
Jonathan Santiago Munoz
The price is NZ$35
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hotel Museo Relic
A compact, wooden-paneled room with a single bed, a small window, and a curtain.

12. Hostel the pod 33

Hostel the pod 33
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (79 reviews)
"it was amazing because this hostal is great if you want to travel very cheap and this property is at the center of the city, you got a supermarket, the coast of the city, some parks, restaurants, barbershop around and near to the hostal so, I think it's a great option and not expensive for the travelers, the location of this place is really Good"
Costa Rica
isaias
The price is NZ$39
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hostel the pod 33
A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a white wall with blue diamond-shaped decorations.

13. Panamá Experience Hostel

Panamá Experience Hostel
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (57 reviews)
"Great staff and good location "
United States
Sean
The price is NZ$50
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Panamá Experience Hostel
A pool area with a view of tall buildings and palm trees.

14. Hostal de Lujo en el Centro de la Ciudad Cerca de Centros Comerciales y Más!!!

Hostal de Lujo en el Centro de la Ciudad Cerca de Centros Comerciales y Más!!!
Bella Vista
The price is NZ$49
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hostal de Lujo en el Centro de la Ciudad Cerca de Centros Comerciales y Más!!!
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Learn more about Colon

Explore the colourful Zona Libre free trade zone for duty-free shopping and visit the historic Colon 2000 cruise port. Discover Panama's colonial history at Fort San Lorenzo, located on the Caribbean coast outside the city.

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A historic stone fortress with a central dome and surrounding walls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Colon?

You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our travellers: Gamboa Rainforest Reserve - 21.7 mi (35 km) from the heart of Colon. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Lotería Station. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Colon?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually May and September, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Colon are November, July, August and October, with each month seeing an average of 350 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Colon?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to discover these things around Colon. Get out into nature with places such as Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Gatun Locks and Juventud Park. Visit landmarks such as Fort San Lorenzo. Locals like to shop at Colon 2000 and Colon Free Zone.

What's the best way to get to and around Colon while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Colon in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), located 35.5 mi (57.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), situated 36.8 mi (59.2 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. If you're hoping to explore more of the area, make your way to Colon Atlantic Passenger Station to hop on a train.