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Villa Bella Portobelo

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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TV, heated floors
Front of property
Exterior
Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Free continental breakfast, a beach bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Bella Portobelo. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
Terrace/patio

On the beach

This hostel is located in a national park and has a private beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the white sand beach. Unwind and sip on a chilled cocktail at the beach bar.

Room options

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Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Family Room, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Wardrobe or closet
  • 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
Wardrobe or closet
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

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Buenaventura, Portobelo, Colón, 32000

What's nearby

  • San Felipe Church - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Real Aduana de Portobelo - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Fuerte San Jerónimo - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Fuerte San Fernando - 16 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Blanca Beach - 35 min drive - 19.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Castillo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fonda Arith - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bar El Castillo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪captain jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa Vela - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Bella Portobelo

Hostel in a national park
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a beach bar, and a coffee shop/cafe at Villa Bella Portobelo. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and soap
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and heated floors

Property amenities

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

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 18 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 10
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Important information

Optional extras

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is Villa Bella Portobelo pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 18 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 10 also applies.

What time is check-in at Villa Bella Portobelo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Bella Portobelo?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Villa Bella Portobelo located?

Located in Portobelo, this beachfront hostel is in a national park and within 2 mi (3 km) of Fuerte Santiago, Portobelo National Park, and Mirador Perú. Real Aduana de Portobelo and Fuerte San Jerónimo are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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