Panama City

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Panama City

Where to stay in Panama City

My favourite store in Casco Viejo by far! It sells #colorful Kuna handmade products and the owner of the gallery is a very kind lady, who even allowed me to visit her place outside working hours.
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Casco Viejo

4/5(32 area reviews)

Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama or National Theater while you're exploring the area.

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Bella Vista

Bella Vista is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Via Espana and Crown Casino. See more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina.

Bella Vista
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El Cangrejo

4/5(66 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and casinos are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Crown Casino or Luxor Towers might round out your trip.

El Cangrejo
Taisei Ramen
Tonkotsu flavor
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San Francisco

San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

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Calidonia

You might enjoy the shopping while in Calidonia. Cinta Costera is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to see more of the city.

Calidonia
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San Felipe

If you're spending some time in San Felipe, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.

San Felipe
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $149 per night from May 28 to May 29
CA $149
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,399 reviews)
"It’s my second time staying at Riu Plaza and I would go again. I love the cleanliness and ambiance. 10/10 recommended."

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Megapolis Hotel Panamá
Megapolis Hotel Panamá
4.5 out of 5
Avenida Balboa, Panama City
The price is CA $188 per night from May 16 to May 17
CA $188
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (405 reviews)
"Great facility… the valet parking is poor"

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

Megapolis Hotel Panamá
Decapolis Hotel Panama City
Decapolis Hotel Panama City
4 out of 5
Avenida Balboa Con Multicentro, Panama City, Panama
The price is CA $110 per night from May 19 to May 20
CA $110
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Cómodo y Buena Atención pero necesita mejoras!"

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Decapolis Hotel Panama City
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.
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
3.5 out of 5
Calle Eusebio A. Morales y Calle 55, Panama City, Panama
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (354 reviews)
"Washer and dryer in too"

Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2024

Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
Boutique Apartments Panamá Coco del Mar
Boutique Apartments Panamá Coco del Mar
4 out of 5
Av. Cincuentenario, Panama City, Provincia de Panamá
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and balconies. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Multiplaza Pacific ...
7.6/10 Good! (26 reviews)
"It was a nice appartment, a will book it again on my next trip to Panama"

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2024

Boutique Apartments Panamá Coco del Mar
Boutique Apartments Panama
Boutique Apartments Panama
3.5 out of 5
Av. 5a B. Sur, Panama City, Panama
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida ...
7.2/10 Good! (22 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Great building, neighborhood, staff! One of my favorite short-term apartment rentals in the city! Go for it!"

Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2024

Boutique Apartments Panama
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.

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Reviews of Panama City

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
84
" "5 - Excellent 36.8421052631579%
4 - Good
115
" "4 - Good 50.43859649122807%
3 - Okay
23
" "3 - Okay 10.087719298245615%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 1.7543859649122806%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 0.8771929824561403%

4/5 - Good

Candice
Mar. 13, 2020

It was a nice city but you need to book tours because the city its self doesnt have a ton to do if youre not familiar. I also found it quite challenging to communicate if you dont speak Spanish

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Mar. 7, 2020

Wish there's a translation in their menu or for at least tourist people

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Mar. 3, 2020

Big City like all of them, amazing climate

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Mar. 2, 2020

Enjoyed our visit, will be back to see more of it.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Feb. 28, 2020

You can visit suprisingly quickly. Every local I met, I asked what I should visit. It came down to 3 things: casco viejo, canal while boats are crossing, and shopping. I took my time and it was done in 1 day. I even went back to casco viejo twice.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
Feb. 25, 2020

I always wanted to go there but I'm not going back nor would I recommend anyone else unless they have to. The skyline was beautiful but it was unbelievable to see the poverty just minutes away. I drove to Colon and it was scary to.

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