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10 Top-Rated Hostels hotel in Panama City, Panama Province
A diverse multicultural city of almost 1.3 million, Panama City offers a lot more than an up-close view of the Canal. Shantytowns slink up alongside shiny high-rise condos. The Old City is an atmospheric labyrinth of churches, plazas and palaces. Fifteen miles from downtown Panama City, Soberania National Park is an excellent destination for hiking and birding. For a fascinating look at the canal, take a taxi or local bus to Miraflores Locks Visitor Center and look down on the traffic below.
Restaurants in Panama City
1. Kalu Yala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Kalu Yala is a new model for a modern sustainable town. Utilizing the brightest minds from our research institute, we’ve created an off-the-grid home for those dedicated to creating a better world... while having a damned good time doing so. Explore one of the world’s 25 Biological Hotspots on some of Panama’s most iconic hikes, swim in the country’s cleanest rivers and waterfalls, design your own experience by choosing custom workshops and activities, eat from our farm-to-table kitchen, ride in and out on off-road 4x4 trucks, party at an off-the-grid bar and stay at the coolest Panamanian jungle lodge: Selina Kalu Yala. All within 1.5 hours of Panama City. Our off-the-grid community is in the heart of a 7,000 mountain preserve full of hiking trails, natural swimming pools, and wilderness adventures. Enjoy 3 hour rainforest waterfall hikes, jungle survival classes, guided wildlife viewing, permaculture food education and more!
Beware it is a scam! Worst holidays we ever. Totally neglected property, overpriced and dirty
Reviewed By 555fufutWe booked 1 week for 3 person and paid all inclusive $770. Upon arrival we were shocked. The place is completely neglected. None of the free activities like Yoga, painting, etc were available, everything else was super expensive and a scam. The food was actually the worst we had aver seen (see pictures) and super little. Gabage and neglected construction material all over the place. Buildings and sport areas are in complete disrepair. Mosquito nets had the big holes. Internet was super slow and is just available at the bar. No electricity at night. The manager started drinking beer at 9 am and that's how the entire place is managed. Outrageous. We left after 3 days and are still waiting for the promised refund.
2. Magnolia Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 752 reviews
Magnolia Inn offers comfortable and spacious deluxe private rooms. Our restored French colonial mansion is full of historic character, as well as modern conveniences such as A/C, orthopedic beds, free Wi-Fi Internet, mini-fridge and safe deposit boxes. We have a total of 16 hotel rooms available, all with private bathroom, A/C and safe deposit boxes. We are a family friendly hotel and are suitable to host large groups. The building boasts stylish social areas to relax and meet fellow guests. A fully equipped kitchen and sunbathed dining room is available for all ours guests to use and coffee and tea is offered free all day. We also have a total of 38 hostel/dorm beds available with comfortable beds and A/C. Within a couple blocks from the hotel you can enjoy Casco Viejo's attractions such as the Presidential Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral, the Canal Museum, National Theater, Las Bovedas, and many others. Casco Viejo also is home to art galleries, great restaurants, and some of the city's best bars. Private car service is available for a fee, you are greeted inside Tocumen (PTY) international airport with a sign. The English speaking driver helps you with your bags and brings you to the front desk of the Magnolia Inn. Our front desk staff is fluent English, Spanish German, Dutch and Russian and will gladly help you with further planning your trip in Panama.
Great!
Reviewed By Extraordinary527758The Magnolia is in a perfect location in the middle of Casco Viejo. There are tons of restaurants and bars nearby. The hotel is honestly beautiful. It was very clean an the staff was very helpful with all questions. We loved our stay!
3. Kalu Yala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Kalu Yala is a new model for a modern sustainable town. Utilizing the brightest minds from our research institute, we’ve created an off-the-grid home for those dedicated to creating a better world... while having a damned good time doing so. Explore one of the world’s 25 Biological Hotspots on some of Panama’s most iconic hikes, swim in the country’s cleanest rivers and waterfalls, design your own experience by choosing custom workshops and activities, eat from our farm-to-table kitchen, ride in and out on off-road 4x4 trucks, party at an off-the-grid bar and stay at the coolest Panamanian jungle lodge: Selina Kalu Yala. All within 1.5 hours of Panama City. Our off-the-grid community is in the heart of a 7,000 mountain preserve full of hiking trails, natural swimming pools, and wilderness adventures. Enjoy 3 hour rainforest waterfall hikes, jungle survival classes, guided wildlife viewing, permaculture food education and more!
Beware it is a scam! Worst holidays we ever. Totally neglected property, overpriced and dirty
Reviewed By 555fufutWe booked 1 week for 3 person and paid all inclusive $770. Upon arrival we were shocked. The place is completely neglected. None of the free activities like Yoga, painting, etc were available, everything else was super expensive and a scam. The food was actually the worst we had aver seen (see pictures) and super little. Gabage and neglected construction material all over the place. Buildings and sport areas are in complete disrepair. Mosquito nets had the big holes. Internet was super slow and is just available at the bar. No electricity at night. The manager started drinking beer at 9 am and that's how the entire place is managed. Outrageous. We left after 3 days and are still waiting for the promised refund.
4. Selina Casco Viejo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 205 reviews
This UNESCO World Heritage site is the heart and soul of Panama City, complete with a pumping nightlife, trendy restaurants, and cool bohemian vibes. It’s the historic part of the City, full of old colonial buildings, cathedrals, and museums. You’ll be transported to another world when you stay at Selina Casco Viejo. Surrounded by colorful, colonial buildings and close to modern-day skyscrapers, you’re never far from adventure. Use our hotel as a starting point for a jungle hike or a day trip to the nearby beach. Update your Instagram feed while sipping a cocktail from the on-site rooftop bar, overlooking Panama City. Or take a break from the hustle and bustle with one of our daily yoga classes. Don’t miss their daily tour offers to one of the most paradisiac places in the world, San Blas Islands. Check your email between wandering the streets of this enchanting city. With daily, weekly, and monthly memberships, Selina Casco Viejo CoWork has everything you need to take your work on the road. Focus in a stylish space filled with light or socialize with other entrepreneurs and nomads between taking client calls. With free coffee and tea, we have everything you need to fuel your creativity and passion
Ear plugs recommend- but cool place
Reviewed By shuaibm2020It’s a cool place to stay with a great staff and cool roof top bar!! The hostel was also very close to some very good restaurants and was walking distance to some attractions. The staff was also very kind and helped me arrange my taxi to the airport. Negative: the base of the rooftop bar and near by night clubs will shake you to your bones. It’s very loud at night
5. Los Mostros Hostel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Amazing, clean and friendly hostel
Reviewed By Vera vI would definitely recommend this hostel. The owner is wonderful and helps you with everything. Also the other employees are very kind. There are many places to hang out and chill. The hostel is cleaned everyday and therefore very clean. I've also booked a Kuna Yala/San Blas tour via the hostel.
6. Hostal Mamallena
Overall Ratings
4 based on 531 reviews
Interesting neighbourhood
Reviewed By chrismE5291OESpent 5 nights here whilst exploring panama city. Very easy to get to by bus or metro (you do need to purchase a metro card at 2 dollars) and its also very easy to get out to the attractions by public transport. The old town is 20 mins walking. There are loads of mini markets near and plenty of eateries although the hostel has a very good kitchen. It was quiet enough at night but the room was very hot and the aircon poor. I would still come back as I liked the vibe and atmosphere. There was excellent free coffee every morning until 11 am. The neighbourhood is a little run down with characters on every street corner but friendly enough, damn I miss that coffee
7. El Machico Hostel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 611 reviews
***We are leaders in Panama City for tours to San Blas Islands*** You can book with us 2 Days/1 Night from $ 110 ($20 extra night) and much more. El Machico Hostel is a young and dynamic Hostel, situated in a big house in Marbella zone, among the more exclusive zones of Panama City, located near the pharmacy, restaurants, supermarkets, ATMs and shopping centers. El Machico Hostel boasts an ample swimming pool with open air cinema by night, pool table, and a small bar. Besides the dormitory, we also have available a marvelous private room with a private bathroom, all rooms with Air Conditioning. All beds are equipped with power outlets. El Machico Hostel offers free breakfast to all customers. Our well informed staff is always at your complete disposition for any information about the city and various excursions. *The Cleanliness Of The Guest Rooms And Other Areas Of The Hostel Is Extremely Important To Us. We Guarantee To Provide A Very Clean And Sanitary Environment.
A great first hostel
Reviewed By Curiosity55241815876Helpful staff, breakfast included. Pool is great. Place feels safe and offers a quiet but interesting place to stay in the city. This was the first Hostel I stayed in panama, was a great place to start. Worth the money and positioned in a great location in the city.
8. Panama House Bed & Breakfast
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
Panama House offers our guests a high standard of customer service.Our hostel is equipped with kitchen facilities, Internet, parking, laundry room and much more…making your lodging experience…Unforgettable!
Not clean
Reviewed By Karen ZI don't like writing negative reviews, but I feel like I need to let others know what to expect at Panama House B&B. We were just here for one night before leaving Panama but in that time we came across dog poop on the floor of the B&B not once, but TWICE. And I don't mean in the outdoor courtyard...one time was in the shared bathroom and the second time was in the shared vending/game area. And this wasn't from a guest's dog, it was the resident terrier. Also, although our sheets were clean the rest of our room and the shared bathroom were pretty grimy. I'm not super picky when paying so little for a place to crash, but this really was below my comfort level. We had booked a private bathroom but they messed up and gave us a room with a shared bathroom. Not a huge deal and they credited us so that we were charged the correct price, so that was good. The woman who checked us in was kind and also booked our airport transfer for the morning, but then the driver didn't show up. When we buzzed the B&B for help (since they had set up the transfer) the man who responded was unnecessarily rude about helping us to get another ride.
9. Hostal Casa Areka
Overall Ratings
4 based on 146 reviews
We arrange trips to the San Blas Islands for only 130$ one night all inclusive! Hostel Casa Areka is located in the heart of Panama City close to the vibrant district “Calle Uruguay”. There is a 24hr supermarket opposite of the hostel and two big malls, many restaurants and bars as well as the bus stop (e.g. to the Panama Canal or Casco Viejo) in walking distance. The highlight of our hostel is the amazing pool area surrounded by palm trees with a BBQ area where you can hang out. Inside we have a common room with a pool table and a common kitchen that is equipped with everything you need to cook your own meals (remember there is a 24hr supermarket across the street). We offer private rooms as well as dorms – all with air-conditioning. Breakfast and Internet are included. We also offer laundry service.
Awesome backpacker hostel!
Reviewed By laurawV4280KBVery comfortable and simple hostel which has just what you need for a few nights in Panama City. The kitchen is a perfect place to meet other travelers and everyone is very friendly and helpful - including the staff members! The breakfast pancakes are delicious. The kitchen was a little limited and didn’t feel the cleanest but you could still cook decent meals there. Overall we’re very happy with our stay!
10. Hostal Familiar Carmencita
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Hostal familiar Carmencita está ubicado en una de las zonas más exclusivas de la Ciudad de Panamá. Es un espacio tranquilo donde relajarse y disfrutar unas vacaciones. Las zonas comerciales están a distancias cortas. Muy cercano a la estación del metro de Vía Fernández de Córdoba o Vía Argentina. Nuestras habitaciones son cálidas y confortables que te harán sentir como en casa. Contamos con habitaciones: individuales, dobles, triples y cuádruples. Tienen baño privado, cable TV, aire acondicionado y amenidades. Los esperamos para que disfrute de un descanso en donde se le brindará atención personalizada para que su estadía sea de un recuerdo inolvidable.
Great hospitality
Reviewed By Renato CThis is a local Panamanian family business and I was happy to chose them. They were very kind, each and everyone of them without exceptions, the room was extremely clean, they were flexible with the requests I had, they even let me use their kettlebells, which is not part of the services. The location is fantastic, I can tell you that because I am Panamanian myself, and on top of that, it is affordable. Thank you very much for your whole hearted hospitality.
