Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Canal Expansion Observation Center, Colon from CA $45 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Canal Expansion Observation Center hotels

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66730000/66723000/66722954/ac5d93a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66730000/66723000/66722954/a46475aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66730000/66723000/66722954/e5f9d9ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66730000/66723000/66722954/4df4233d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-SAND-DIAMOND-HOTEL.h66722954.Hotel-Information)

9.2 km from Canal Expansion Observation Center

8.6/10

Excellent

(235 reviews)

"Great hotel"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

DIANA

CA $162

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 20 - Mar 21

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-SAND-DIAMOND-HOTEL.h66722954.Hotel-Information)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2147400/2147349/665077af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2147400/2147349/402ceb06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2147400/2147349/e77a4c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2147400/2147349/1a303895.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Radisson-Colon-2.h2147349.Hotel-Information)

Barrio Sur, 10.3 km from Canal Expansion Observation Center

8.2/10

Very good

(872 reviews)

"Staff was very friendly and accommodating. I really enjoyed the breakfast."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Helene

CA $149

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 20 - Mar 21

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Radisson-Colon-2.h2147349.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23031000/23030986/eb29f4dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23031000/23030986/3854848c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23031000/23030986/3251d950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23031000/23030986/45fce502.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### New Washington Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-New-Washington-Hotel.h23030986.Hotel-Information)

Barrio Norte, 11.1 km from Canal Expansion Observation Center

6.0/10

(89 reviews)

"All it's good "

![Mexico](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/mx.svg)

Susan Analy López

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-New-Washington-Hotel.h23030986.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23810000/23809900/23809852/5cf5cc1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23810000/23809900/23809852/14fa725b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23810000/23809900/23809852/18430854.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23810000/23809900/23809852/e9b037a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-La-Cubana-Hotel-Residencial.h23809852.Hotel-Information)

Cristobal, 10 km from Canal Expansion Observation Center

8.2/10

Very good

(116 reviews)

"Easy access to colon libre zone"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Everal

CA $41

CA $45 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 6 - Mar 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-La-Cubana-Hotel-Residencial.h23809852.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23360000/23358200/23358184/5961aa1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23360000/23358200/23358184/c083d235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23360000/23358200/23358184/0cca0df8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23360000/23358200/23358184/418a57fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Sotelo

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Hotel-Sotelo.h23358184.Hotel-Information)

Barrio Sur, 10.1 km from Canal Expansion Observation Center

7.8/10

Good

(38 reviews)

"I really like the hotel. I think is the best option in the downtown area. Logically is an old hotel but they renovated it"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Roberto

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Hotel-Sotelo.h23358184.Hotel-Information)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4721100/4721009/861fda36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4721100/4721009/a1818bf1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4721100/4721009/eb487c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, ocean views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4721100/4721009/5903c19d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Marina-Hotel-At-Shelter-Bay.h4721009.Hotel-Information)

12.4 km from Canal Expansion Observation Center

8.0/10

Very good

(35 reviews)

"Love this place..staff and facilities always amazing.."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Donald

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Marina-Hotel-At-Shelter-Bay.h4721009.Hotel-Information)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

[View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&regionId=553248621532964855&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true)

## Top Canal Expansion Observation Center Hotel Reviews

![Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2147400/2147349/665077af_y.jpg)

### Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino

6/10 Okay

"r."

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Radisson-Colon-2.h2147349.Hotel-Information)

![SAND DIAMOND HOTEL](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66730000/66723000/66722954/ac5d93a5_y.jpg)

### SAND DIAMOND HOTEL

8/10 Good

"Great staff. The only problem was they didn't have wash clothes "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-SAND-DIAMOND-HOTEL.h66722954.Hotel-Information)

![La Cubana Hotel & Residencial](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23810000/23809900/23809852/5cf5cc1f_y.jpg)

### La Cubana Hotel & Residencial

6/10 Okay

"The price reflects the area where it is located, the room was clean and well maintained. Appreciated the ability to check in early without extra cost. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-La-Cubana-Hotel-Residencial.h23809852.Hotel-Information)

![Gamboa Rainforest Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438135/0d6dbc5b_y.jpg)

### Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, kind staff, good amenities and beautiful place with a lot of nature."

[](https://expedia.ca/Gamboa-Hotels-Gamboa-Rainforest-Reserve.h438135.Hotel-Information)

![Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4721100/4721009/861fda36_y.jpg)

### Marina Hotel at Shelter Bay

4/10 Poor

"Credit Card was skimmed at the Marina Hotel/restaurant. Only used this particular card in one place during my days in Panama...at check-in, and to pay for a pizza at the restaurant. Had unauthorized charges less than 3 hours later."

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Marina-Hotel-At-Shelter-Bay.h4721009.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Meryland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13370000/13369400/13369337/d6faef60_y.jpg)

### Hotel Meryland

2/10 Terrible

"They never gave us a room. I need my refund "

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Hotel-Meryland.h13369337.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Andros](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11640000/11631800/11631712/b2e8e395_y.jpg)

### Hotel Andros

10/10 Excellent

"All great"

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels-Hotel-Andros.h11631712.Hotel-Information)

![Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45030000/45022900/45022806/1f45d7b8_y.jpg)

### Jacuzy, pool and lake at the same house.

2/10 Terrible

"Booked and when I arrived they told me place is under construction. I have two kids with me so trying to find something else last minute for a night is not ideal. TAKE IT OFF IF IT IS NOT READY TO BE STAYED IN !!!!!!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Nueva-Providencia-Hotels-Jacuzy.h45022806.Hotel-Information)

![4-bedroom apartment Ocean & Marina View, in Playa Escondida Marina & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111980000/111978700/111978646/11a8d0b6_y.jpg)

### 4-bedroom apartment Ocean & Marina View, in Playa Escondida Marina & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing!!The property is exactly as advertised. Very spacious condo, very clean and it was equipped with everything we needed.The beach and resort are perfect for a family vacation.The host was fantastic! Very friendly, and made the communication process very easy! My family and I had a wonderful time! We are definitely coming back!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Maria-Chiquita-Hotels-4-Bedroom-Apartment-Ocean-Marina-View.h111978646.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other Canal Expansion Observation Center attractions

### Gatun Locks

4.3/5 (32 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Colon when you stop by Gatun Locks. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=6078509)

### Gatún Dam

3.5/5 (2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Colon with a stop at Gatún Dam. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=553248621532964854)

### Fantastic Casino Colon Calle 13

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Fantastic Casino Colon Calle 13 during your visit to Colon? 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=818567186213736448)

### Colon Free Zone

3.7/5 (56 reviews)

During your trip to Colon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Colon Free Zone. 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=6078503)

### Colón Art and Culture Center

Enjoy an outing to Colón Art and Culture Center during your stay in Colon. 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=956316962431168512)

### Crown Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Crown Casino during your travels in Colon? 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=818566778150510592)

### Colon 2000

3.7/5 (29 reviews)

During your visit to Colon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Colon 2000\. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. 

[See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests&regionId=6286212)

## Frequently asked questions

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