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# Search Hostels in Portobelo from CA $49
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## Our top choices for Portobelo hostels

### [1\. Hostal Portobelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Portobelo-Hotels-Hostal-Portobelo.h135594027.Hotel-Information)

![An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a wooden fence and string lights.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/136000000/135600000/135594100/135594027/9510690d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

- Location: Portobelo
- Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 1 review)
- Price: CA $49, CA $54 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 16 - Nov 17, for Our top choices for Portobelo hostels
- Review: 100 % recomendable, by Cristhyan

### [2\. Villa Bella Portobelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Portobelo-Hotels-Villa-Bella-Portobelo.h94906459.Hotel-Information)

![A beachside setting with a dock, lounge chairs, and a table under a tree.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906500/94906459/805a9c7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Portobelo
- Guest rating: 5.6/10 (12 reviews)
- Price: CA $80, CA $88 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 14 - Nov 15, for Our top choices for Portobelo hostels
- Review: This is a lovely rustic place to stay. The staff is friendly and helpful. The sunset from the beach was beautiful. , by Michael

### [3\. ScubaPortobelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Portobelo-Hotels-ScubaPortobelo.h112177814.Hotel-Information)

![A clear blue pool with a view of a tropical landscape and a distant island.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112177900/112177814/7b25d479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Portobelo
- Guest rating: 5.6/10 (4 reviews)
- Price: CA $90, CA $99 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 14 - Nov 15, for Our top choices for Portobelo hostels
- Review: Upon checkin, greet guests with amenities first, not rules or what they can't do. Just something I noticed. Nice clean grounds, pool, and peer. Room though small, was sufficient for the night. Slept well and loved the hammock. Again, clean grounds., by David

### [4\. La Macana Ecotour](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Macana-Ecotour.h132480659.Hotel-Information)

![A covered outdoor area with a pool, picnic table, and steps leading to a grassy area with trees and string lights.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/133000000/132490000/132480700/132480659/2658b681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Puerto Lindo
- Price: CA $96, CA $106 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Portobelo hostels

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## Learn more about Portobelo

Explore the UNESCO-protected Spanish fortresses where pirates once battled for control of this historic Caribbean port town. Join local guides for boat tours to nearby mangroves or visit the Congo-culture museum to understand Portobelo's rich Afro-Panamanian heritage.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### Should I stay in a hostel in Portobelo?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring.

### What is a hostel?

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but all of them have a few things in common, including low prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

### What are the best hostels in Portobelo?

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: [ScubaPortobelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Portobelo-Hotels-ScubaPortobelo.h112177814.Hotel-Information) \- Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. You'll find towels and free WiFi in all rooms. [Villa Bella Portobelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Portobelo-Hotels-Villa-Bella-Portobelo.h94906459.Hotel-Information) \- You can take advantage of free WiFi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. [Hostal Portobelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Portobelo-Hotels-Hostal-Portobelo.h135594027.Hotel-Information) \- Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels and free WiFi.

### When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Portobelo?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and September with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Portobelo are November, July, August, and October, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.

### What is there to see and do in Portobelo?

Depending on what interests you, you might like to check out the area around Portobelo. Get out into nature with places like Blanca Beach, Portobelo National Park, and Isla Mamey. Cultural attractions include Real Aduana de Portobelo. Visit landmarks like San Felipe Church.

### What's the best way to get to and around Portobelo while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Portobelo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY), located 37.9 mi (61 km) from the city center. An alternative is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), situated 40.4 mi (65.1 km) away.

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