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Villa Bella Portobelo

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel with free breakfast in Portobelo

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TV, heated floors
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Restaurant
Front of property

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • On private beach
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Buenaventura, Portobelo, Colón, 32000
  • Place, San Felipe Church
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Real Aduana de Portobelo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Blanca Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, Balcony, Beach View

  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Family Single Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Portobelo

On the beach.You'll find Fuerte Santiago and Mirador Perú within 2 miles (3 km) of this hostel. Portobelo National Park and Real Aduana de Portobelo are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Felipe Church - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Real Aduana de Portobelo - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Fuerte San Jerónimo - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Fuerte San Fernando - 16 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Blanca Beach - 35 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Castillo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Bar El Castillo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fonda Arith - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Torre - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪captain jack's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Bella Portobelo

Beachfront hostel with free breakfast in Portobelo
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 a 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. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

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

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.
  • Cribs (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 USD 10 one-time 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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

Reviews

Villa Bella Portobelo Reviews

6.0

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely rustic place to stay. The staff is friendly and helpful. The sunset from the beach was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service
The idea of "Panama time" was prevalent on property. After traveling all day room was 2 hours behind for being ready, no keys given until requested on 2nd day, dinner offer by owners personal chef not prepared on time (left after waiting too long). BUT the owner constantly tried to make up for many things and that was appreciated. The dock was nice to relax on. The crew took people out for boat rides daily. Biggest problem was the restaurant under new management. Arrogant and lacked cooking skills and most things unavailable on the menu. Until new restaurant management occurs we suggest El Bongo next door. Great food and super ambiance. I do want to thank the owner of the hostel for his efforts having his chef make breakfast for us on the final morning. Of course, the follow through or "Panama time" really messed with our enjoyment. He really tried to please us, just not organized with his time and no strong staff to cover for him. Very nice fella and we wish him the best of luck.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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