5/5 - Excellent
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This was my second visit to Panama City and I would return in a heartbeat!
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Where to stay in Panama City
Casco Viejo
4.5/5(178 area reviews)
Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.
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.
El Cangrejo
4/5(530 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.
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.
Punta Paitilla
Travelers come to Punta Paitilla for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.
San Felipe
If you're spending some time in San Felipe, Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
$114 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
$126 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,609 reviews)
Clean, staff and amenities.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Las Americas Golden Tower Panama
Av. Balboa con Calle 53 Panama City Panama
$142 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$160 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
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Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Sheraton Grand Panama
Via Israel And 77th Street Panama City Panama
$135 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$149 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (988 reviews)
Was amazing food was delicious and stay was great
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
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.
Arcadia Condo Suites
Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (150 reviews)
Pool was cold, so no one used it. Everyone was crowded in the jacuzzi. Also, the Saunas didn't have a co-ed option, so you can't enjoy it with a partner. But everything else was magnificent. Will definitely stay again!!
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Boutique Apartments Panama
Av. 5a B. Sur Panama City Panama
Stay at this apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
7.6/10 Good! (208 reviews)
Overall it was a decent apartment, great location. Never saw housekeeping but wasnt a big thing for us cause we cleaned and took out garbage nightly and there were garbage bins in every stairway. I definitely would stay again.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
Calle Eusebio A. Morales y Calle 55 Panama City Panama
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (481 reviews)
The staff were very nice and helpful. The room was clean and spacious. I really appreciated the large shower, fully equipped kitchen with washer and dryer. The location is a short walk to the Iglesia del Carmen train station, restaurants and coffee shops.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
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
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
4.5/5(634 reviews)
During your trip to Panama City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Cinta Costera
4.5/5(456 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Avenida Balboa
4/5(554 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Avenida Balboa during your trip to Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Miraflores Locks
4.5/5(783 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the shops and casinos in this vibrant area.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City with a trip to Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
$74
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
$155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour
$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to a waterfall and Embera village with lunch included
$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
$99
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Panama City
4.3
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
My country is Amezing. Love it
5/5 - Excellent
Jerry
Friendly. Great walkway along the ocean.
5/5 - Excellent
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Anciosa por regresar
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Casco Viejo and San Blas inalando were simply amazing.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Panama City is almost like a small US city, some areas are rundown others are gleaming. I felt safe in most areas, taxi drivers are like sellers, always advertising their service.
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- Albrook Shopping Mall
- Multiplaza Pacific Mall
- Amador Causeway
- Cinta Costera
- Avenida Balboa
- Via Espana
- El Dorado Mall
- Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
- Miraflores Locks
- Panama Viejo
- Calle 50
- Iglesia del Carmen
- Los Pueblos Commercial Center
- Uruguay Street
- Panama Canal Railway
- ATLAPA Conventions Center
- Crown Casino
- Panama Cruise Terminal
- Estadio Rommel Fernandez
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
- Multicentro Panama
- Amador Convention Center
- Megapolis Convention Center
- Avenida Central
- Pacific Center
- Panama Canal Murals
- Metropolitan Nature Park
- Hospital Punta Pacífica
- Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo
- National Theater
- Omar Torrijos Recreational Park
- Ancon Hill