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 City: POIN Swing Experience

Panama City: POIN Swing Experience

$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: POIN Swing 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 Canal:Monkey Island,Sloth Safari, Natural Pool & Hike

Panama Canal:Monkey Island,Sloth Safari, Natural Pool & Hike

$48
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Panama Canal:Monkey Island,Sloth Safari, Natural Pool & Hike
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: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour

Panama: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour

$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City

All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City

$99
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
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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
$57 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$62 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
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! (1,967 reviews)
"Todo bien"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$92 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$102 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
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 Via Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"The place was excellent in many ways. The staff was wonderful. They all met our needs. The room was spacious and very clean. Great location because we were able to walk to many places."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

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
$126 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$139 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
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! (1,245 reviews)
"The cleaning room pass too late after 4 pm"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 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
$99 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$109 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful but the room cleanliness was subpar. Towels had some old stains on them and the floor was dusty when I arrived. Good location overall but not likely to stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 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
$108 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$119 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
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! (1,029 reviews)
"El desayuno bastante completo y variado cada día, el personal excelente."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Riande Urban Hotel
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
$106 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$116 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
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
Learn more about El Cangrejo
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.

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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.

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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.

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 Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to see more of the city.

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.

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