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Melia Panama Canal

4.0 of 5
Antigua Escuelas De Las Americas | Lake Gatun, Colon, Panama
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Ranked #4 of 6 hotels in Colon
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Menomonee Falls, WI
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

Calling this an "all-inclusive resort" is somewhat of an exaggeration. We had 2 nights here as part of a package tour. You get 3 buffet meals a day, some of the dishes excellent, some not so much. No snacks, unless you buy from the gift shop. If you can track down a bartender, you can get an "included" beer, wine... More

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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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7 hotel reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2013

We were on a cruise starting in Colon and we booked the melia without reading reviews... mistake of mine. my experience was one of a life time...First, we were given a room over the bar and social room. THEre was a big party ,followed by a karaoke for ever. next morning at the pool, by the way , no pool... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013 via mobile

Beautiful location by the lake, far from everything. Floor had a greasy residue leaving footprints all over. Bathtub had dark stains at the bottom. Called to asked for the ice machine, they sent me to the lobby, then someone else told me that was not correct that I had to go to 1st floor, and of course machine was broken.... More

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

I've been staying at this hotel for 3 or 4 years, for business in the Free Zone. It's a great place to relax after a whole day of work. Even though it's a buisiness trip, when Im in the Hotel, it feels like vacations. The swimming pool is great, the hotel has an antique architecture, the staff is friendly, some... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

We stayed here as part of a group tour of Panama for one night. I would come here again just for the swimming pool, one the best I've ever seen. The grounds are lovely to walk around and we saw 2 sloths in trees. The buffets were similar to others we'd had - lots of choices. The bed was sort... More

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Zagreb, Croatia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Hi! I spent wonderfull vacation in Colon Panama in Melia Hotel. It was wonderfull experience, I have really enjoy. The hotel is very clean, the people very kind, the environment fantastic, especially swiming pool . Only the city Colon is not so good and little bit danger for exploring. I hope I will make one more vacation in that hotel... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

We were looking for a lunch spot after driving around at and near Fort San Lorenzo. We focused on trying this hotel.....as Colon itself is not so appealing. The hotel is not easy to find.....there is no consistent trail of signs to its location.....I had to stop and ask several times but finally found it. We arrive just before 2PM.... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

I recently stayed at the Melia Panama Canal Hotel for 2 nights. Their website photos are quite deceptive. Yes, the exterior grounds and pool area are beautiful, as is the short walk to Gatun Lake. But, the interior needs a bit of sprucing up. There was a musty smell in the hallways, that a fragranced candle could not mask. I... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2013

We recently stayed at this Hotel after coming from a 7 day cruise. It was a nigtmare dont even think abust satying here. First of all the Hotel has an awful smell, the AC in public areas does not work the ceelings are falling to pieces, rugs and furniture are dirty and old its like a ghost hotel. The food... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013 via mobile

My husband and I stayed at melia one night because our first impression was good. Once we got there, we were never offered drinks by the pool even though everyone else around us were catered too. When we went to the lunch buffet water was poured for us, then we never had drinks again. The food Buffett was terrible and... More

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Also Known As:
Melia Panama Canal Hotel Colon
Melia Panama Canal Hotel
Melia Hotel Panama Canal
Melia Hotel Colon
Address: Antigua Escuelas De Las Americas | Lake Gatun, Colon, Panama
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Region: Panama > Colon Province > Colon
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 6 hotels in Colon
Price range (per night): RM205 - 411
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
On a peninsula in the Gatun Lake, surrounded by marvellous tropical vegetation. Just 8 minutes from the city of Colón and its free trade zone, center of Panama's economical growth. ... more   less 
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