Panama Canal Zone

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Panama Canal Zone
Panama Canal Zone
Panama Canal Zone
Panama Canal Zone

Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone

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Balboa

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Balboa. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Albrook Shopping Mall and Bridge of the Americas, a few notable attractions nearby.

Balboa
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Cristobal

Travelers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.

Cristobal
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Barrio Sur

If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Sur
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Coco Solo

If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Coco Solo
Colon showing building ruins and a garden

Barrio Norte

While visiting Barrio Norte, you might make a stop by sights like Monument to Christopher Columbus and Limon Bay.

Barrio Norte
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Gatun

The museums and monuments are just a few features travelers like about Gatun. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Gatun Locks and Canal Expansion Observation Center are a few top places to visit.

Gatun
Marriott Panama Hotel

Marriott Panama Hotel

4 out of 5
Roosevelt Ave., Allbrook Mall, Panama City, Panama
The price is CA $185 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
CA $185
CA $203 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Our family vacation was well spent, staff was polite and accommodatimg, food was excellent, rooms we clean and always made up by staff. Beds were very comfortable. We got a bit of a paint and gypsum paste odour in the corridor to our room, from repair works taking place in other rooms but the place ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 6, 2025

Marriott Panama Hotel
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

4.5 out of 5
Amador Avenue & Van Hook Street, Panama City, Panama
The price is CA $99 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $99
CA $109 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenience"

Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2025

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
Summit Rainforest & Golf Resort

Summit Rainforest & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Omar Torrijos Ave, Paraiso, Panama Canal, Panama City, Panama
The price is CA $99 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
CA $99
CA $109 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was attentive and very helpful had an issue with a noise in my room staff responded immediately and apologized sent us desserts which was really nice will stay again ❤️"

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Summit Rainforest & Golf Resort
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Tropical House with Historic Charm, WiFi, Private Bathrooms and Workspaces

Tropical House with Historic Charm, WiFi, Private Bathrooms and Workspaces

2 out of 5
Panamá
Stay at this vacation home in Panama City. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Cinta Costera ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Family Celebration!
"We had a wonderful stay at the classic home in Ancon. Lot’s of room to spread out and convenient location to attend a milestone birthday party in the city. Would definitely recommend for a family gathering and the host was very attentive!"

Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2025

Tropical House with Historic Charm, WiFi, Private Bathrooms and Workspaces
Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

Panamá
Book a stay at this beach condo in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"We enjoyed everything about the condo and location! Will return"

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option
Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

Panama City
Book a stay at this beach condo in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Had a very enjoyable month long stay.."

Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2025

Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option
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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.

Popular places to visit

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Miraflores Locks

Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.

Miraflores Locks
Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Explore the great outdoors at Gamboa Rainforest Resort, a lovely green space in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Panama Canal Railway

Panama Canal Railway

Enjoy an outing to Panama Canal Railway during your stay in Ancon. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Panama Canal Railway
Bridge of the Americas

Bridge of the Americas

You can learn about the history of Arraijan when you stop by Bridge of the Americas. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bridge of the Americas
Ancon Hill

Ancon Hill

Explore the great outdoors at Ancon Hill, a lovely green space in Ancon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Ancon Hill
Centenario Bridge

Centenario Bridge

Find out about the history of Ancon when you spend time at Centenario Bridge. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.

Centenario Bridge

Cities near Panama Canal Zone

Panama City

Panama City

Colon

Colon

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Playa Bonita Village

Fort Sherman

Fort Sherman