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Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

3.0 star property
Hotel with a marina, in the vicinity of Fort San Lorenzo

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Guests can enjoy a serene marina setting surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
Enjoy a restful stay with a large bed and marina views from the window.
Surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic forest backdrop, this marina offers a serene waterfront setting.
Enjoy a spacious café with large windows, comfortable seating, and a central counter area.
Stunning marina surrounded by lush greenery and calm waters, with boats docked at the piers and a lighthouse in the background.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Room options

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Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, wardrobe, and bedside table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Enjoy a serene view of the marina from the comfort of this stylish room, featuring two double beds and a large window.

Twin Room, Marina View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Enjoy a restful stay with a large bed and marina views from the window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
30 Butner Street, Colon, Colon

What's nearby

  • Fort San Lorenzo - 22 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Gatun Locks - 22 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Colon Free Zone - 24 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Colon 2000 - 27 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Limon Bay - 30 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Colon Atlantic Passenger Station - 44 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kokio - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Nuevo Dos Mares - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cinnabon - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Acqua Hotel & Spa Concon - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Café Portobelo - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

Hotel near Fort San Lorenzo
Located close to Colon 2000 and Colon Free Zone, Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay provides a marina, a corner/local shop and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Dock Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a library, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a dock
  • Barbecues, multilingual staff and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay have perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (PAB 10 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (PAB 10 per day)

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: PAB 4 to 10 for adults and PAB 4 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Dock Restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Marina
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PAB 25 per day
Service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for PAB 15.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately PAB 4 to 10 for adults and PAB 4 to 10 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: PAB 10 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: PAB 10 per day (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: PAB 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: PAB 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Shelter Bay Marina
Shelter Bay Marina Fort Sherman
Shelter Bay Marina Hotel
Shelter Bay Marina Hotel Fort Sherman
Marina Hotel Shelter Bay Fort Sherman
Marina Hotel Shelter Bay
Marina At Shelter Bay Colon
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Hotel
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Colon
Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Hotel Colon

Frequently asked questions

Does Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay on 6 Aug 2025 start from NZ$248.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of PAB 25 per day.

How much is parking at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Fort San Lorenzo and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Gatun Locks. Colon 2000 and Colon Free Zone are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place..staff and facilities always amazing..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Everything was very clean, room was very nice. WIFI service was on the slow side, yet good enough to browse webpages.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if your boat breaks down. Nice pool, good food at restaurant. I wished we could get coffee before 8am.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful area. Great restaurant. Very nice people. Note this is part of the marina facilities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i really loved the room

6/10 Okay

JULIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Needs to work on property maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

michael athoney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was charged at the hotel for my stay. I had to wait. three months to get seven. Hundred dollars refunded.

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
my mattress was very uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little stop over!

We only stayed one night here, but it was a great experience. The room was simple and although small was nicely put together, comfortable, and clean. It also has has either a view of the marina or the jungle behind the hotel depending on which side of the inn you are on. Since it is a re-purposed building and not built as a hotel it is really more like an inn. There is no lobby as it works side by side with the actual marina, so check in is actually in the restaurant. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Any questions we had were answered quickly, and if we needed something they did their best to help out. It is close to Fort San Lorenzo, Colon, and the Atlantic side of the Panama Canal. Oh and the food....fabulous! Shelter Bay Marina is here primarily to serve the boating community, but if you are looking for something unique, comfortable, close to some interesting sights, but not in the middle of the city, it is worth a stop!

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Neat property, but overpriced

Neat location and the service was quite good. But for the price the room was very small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

billie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael Krumbæk

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

VALERIE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a marina, and a cute and friendly one. Room isn’t very clean and feels slightly torn up (holes in wall, sliding glass door without a handle) but also feels safe and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

NING WAN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Suleman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buen servicio y hermoso entorno. La comida bien.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edvard

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Aristides

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just need paint maintenance in the room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zulia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

JUAN

Liked: Staff & service
Las instalaciones en muy mal estado. El aire el baño. Y no limpian bien. Encontramos una calzoneta anterior nos compensaron con bebidas pero deben mejorar eso
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020