El Cangrejo

Panama City

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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
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: POIN Swing Experience

Panama City: POIN Swing Experience

$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
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: 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
Black History Shadows and Lights

Black History: Shadows & Lights- Afro Panama heritage experience

$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Black History: Shadows & Lights- Afro Panama heritage experience
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El Cangrejo Hotel Deals

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

4 out of 5
Calle Augusto Samuel Boyd y Calle Eusebi Panama City
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$104 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,101 reviews)
"Place is a bit run down, but the location is pretty convenient and the rooms are decent."

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2026

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
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 1 to Sep 2
$65 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,030 reviews)
"The only issue I had was the noise in the hallways."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Principe Hotel and Suites
Novotel Panama City

Novotel Panama City

4 out of 5
Calle Jose I. Fabrega y Thais de Pons Panama City Panama
$108 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
$119 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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 ...
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
$91 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
$100 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"It was close to the metro station El Carmen Iglesia about 5 minutes walk. Shops and restaurants on the street so didn’t have to go too far. It’s about an hour on the metro from the airport and about 30 minutes by uber or taxi. Rooms were clean and well maintained. Didn’t use the pool but seemed to ..."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Riande Urban Hotel

Riande Urban Hotel

3.5 out of 5
El Cangrejo; Calle Eusebio A, Morales Panama City Panama
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$95 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,036 reviews)
"This hotel was very clean. The staff was courteous and helpful. I would definitely recommend"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Riande Urban Hotel
The District Hotel Panama

The District Hotel Panama

3 out of 5
C. Eusebio A. Morales Panama City Provincia de Panamá
$73 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$82 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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 ...
The District Hotel Panama
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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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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.

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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 Iglesia del Carmen. See more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina Station.

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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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San Felipe

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

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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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