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Villa Bella Portobelo

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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TV, heated floors
Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
TV, heated floors
TV, heated floors

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • On private beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Buenaventura, Portobelo, Colón, 32000
  • Fuerte Santiago
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mirador Perú
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Portobelo National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Colon (ONX-Enrique Adolfo Jimenez)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Heated floors
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Family Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Heated floors
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Portobelo

At Villa Bella Portobelo you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Fuerte Santiago and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Mirador Perú. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a private beach, a restaurant and free continental breakfast. .The hostel's own beach bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions in proximity to this Portobelo hostel include Colon 2000 and Colon Free Zone.
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What's nearby

  • Fuerte Santiago - 2 min drive
  • Mirador Perú - 3 min drive
  • Fuerte San Jerónimo - 3 min drive
  • San Felipe Church - 3 min drive
  • Blanca Beach - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Bar El Castillo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Don Quijote - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Los Cañones - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Torre - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fonda Arith - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Bella Portobelo

Beachfront hostel for sun and fun
A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the beach bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Villa Bella Portobelo also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Portobelo hostel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Villa Bella Portobelo offers 11 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On a private beach

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 18 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 10
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 18 per pet, per stay plus a one-off USD 10 cleaning fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Bella Portobelo Portobelo
Villa Bella Portobelo Portobelo
Villa Bella Portobelo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Villa Bella Portobelo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Portobelo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Villa Bella Portobelo?

The closest beach to Villa Bella Portobelo is Blanca Beach (5.8 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Bella Portobelo?

As of 9 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Bella Portobelo on 10 Feb 2025 start from AU$122.73, 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.

What makes Villa Bella Portobelo a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and couples dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Bella Portobelo.

Does Villa Bella Portobelo serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Bella Portobelo?

No, Villa Bella Portobelo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Bella Portobelo?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Bella Portobelo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 1:00 PM.

Villa Bella Portobelo Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sylvie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A éviter
Hôtel médiocre à fuir le weekend car extrêmement bruyant les chambres sont défraîchies et la literie défoncée Point positif les patrons du restaurant sont charmants mais leur personnel pas très agréable Au vue des prestations le prix est bien trop élevé
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
La atención por parte del personal fue muy buena. Las habitaciones necesitan mas amor. El hotel tiene una linda playa ideal para los niños.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Familia, Panama

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience at this hotel was very good. They have improved in many aspects. The facilities and rooms are very good, the beaches are beautiful and the staff is very attentive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024