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El Otro Lado

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Manicures and pedicures
Exterior
House, Kitchenette
House, Kitchenette

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Bahia de Portobelo, Portobelo, Colon
  • Place, Portobelo National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fuerte San Fernando
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, San Felipe Church
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Suite

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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House, Kitchen

House, Kitchen

  • 215 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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House, Kitchenette

House, Kitchenette

  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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House

House

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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House

House

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Portobelo

At El Otro Lado, you'll be within steps of Fuerte San Fernando. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 4-property class Portobelo lodge you'll find Colon Free Zone.
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What's nearby

  • Portobelo National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fuerte San Fernando - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fuerte Santiago - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fuerte San Jerónimo - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Felipe Church - 13 min drive - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • Bar Restaurante Casa X
  • Restaurante Donde Arik
  • Restaurante Don Quijote
  • El Castillo
  • Rico y Rico Cafe

About this property

El Otro Lado

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly El Otro Lado.

This 4-star Portobelo lodge is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El Otro Lado offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Portobelo lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

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)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

El Otro Lado
El Otro Lado Hotel
El Otro Lado Hotel Portobelo
El Otro Lado Portobelo
El Otro Lado Panama/Portobelo
El Otro Lado Lodge Portobelo
El Otro Lado Lodge
El Otro Lado Lodge
El Otro Lado Portobelo
El Otro Lado Lodge Portobelo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El Otro Lado?

The closest beach to El Otro Lado is Blanca Beach (3.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at El Otro Lado?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does El Otro Lado have a pool?

El Otro Lado has an outdoor pool.

What makes El Otro Lado a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Otro Lado.

Does El Otro Lado serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Otro Lado?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Otro Lado?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at El Otro Lado?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at El Otro Lado?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Otro Lado Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

We loved it!

Amazing.. Amazing. You need extra words, We loved it. We loved it.Amazing.. Amazing. You need extra words, We loved it. We loved it. Amazing.. Amazing. You need extra words, We loved it. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy privado, silencio, ambiente de paz, lugar al q volveremos e invitaremos a otros a visitar. Las instalaciones son apropiadas para visita familiar o solo de parejas, ya q el entorno provoca la relajacion.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

taher

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

Portobelo weekend

Nice place, great service, personalized. Nothing much to do outside the property . Great for a weekend gateway.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel boutique in front of the beach (ocean view only). Nice pool. Great staff and service. If you are looking for a secluded spot, this is the right place to stay at.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

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

Beautiful spot!

Beautiful remote location. The hike with Jason was awesome! The good and drink were amazing. Definitely a unique and worthwhile trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019