El Cangrejo

Panama City

A city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a river in the foreground.

Stay near popular El Cangrejo attractions

Via Espana

8.4/10 (2,902 reviews)
During your trip to Panama City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Via Espana. Stroll along the seaside or visit the casinos in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Panama Canal: The Most Complete Monkey Island Experience

Panama Canal: The Most Complete Wildlife Experience

$48
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Panama Canal: The Most Complete Wildlife Experience
From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour

From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour

$145
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour
Panama: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour

Panama: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour

$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience

Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience

$155
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Panama City: Legends and Hidden Gems of Casco Viejo Tour

Panama City: Legends and Hidden Gems of Casco Viejo Tour

$39
per adult
Panama City: Legends and Hidden Gems of Casco Viejo Tour
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El Cangrejo Hotel Deals

Principe Hotel and Suites

Principe Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
Via Argentina Panama City Panama
$59 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$65 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Principe Hotel and Suites
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

4 out of 5
Calle Augusto Samuel Boyd y Calle Eusebi Panama City
$111 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$123 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa B&B in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida Balboa are ...
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Novotel Panama City

Novotel Panama City

4 out of 5
Calle Jose I. Fabrega y Thais de Pons Panama City Panama
$88 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$97 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,274 reviews)
"What an amazing stay to compliment and amazing visit to Panama. The price was outstanding along with the service. A wonderful location with local restaurants near by. Im excited to return.."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Novotel Panama City
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

3.5 out of 5
Via Veneto, El Cangrejo Bellavista Panama City Panama
$96 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$106 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
The District Hotel Panama

The District Hotel Panama

3 out of 5
C. Eusebio A. Morales Panama City Provincia de Panamá
$68 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$75 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and ...
7.4/10 Good! (56 reviews)
"You need to have a better sign in the building. So the people don’t miss the area"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

The District Hotel Panama
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina Panama City Panama
$110 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$121 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
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Where to stay in El Cangrejo

Find the best El Cangrejo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about El Cangrejo
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A coastal cityscape with buildings, a hill with a church, and a clear blue sky.

Casco Viejo

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.

A harbor with several boats docked in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.
Photo by Journey Of A Nomadic Family
Open Photo by Journey Of A Nomadic Family

Bella Vista

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

A bridge over a body of water with several boats.

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.

A building with three arched windows, a balcony with wrought iron railings, and a tiled roof.

San Felipe

If you're spending some time in San Felipe, Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a calm sea, and a rocky shoreline.

Calidonia

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

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