Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Property class: 4
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Independence Square

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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum. You can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis, and La Central, one of 3 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $166
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a wooden headboard.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with multiple panels, bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a grey and white duvet, a red throw pillow, and a grey pillow with a logo. There is a tray with a teapot and cups on the bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a TV and table.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Park view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a mirror reflecting the room.

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama

What's nearby

  • Independence Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palacio de las Garzas - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 22 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 28 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 14 min drive
  • 5 de Mayo Station - 20 min walk
  • Lotería Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Snack Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaandela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Athanasiou - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Exilio Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

  • Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum. You can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis, and La Central, one of 3 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
3:00pm
CHECK-OUT
12:00pm

Hotel size

    • 135 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 10.70 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, solid, and delicious with a great selection and variety. (105 reviews)
  • The hotel restaurant offered great food, excellent service, and a wide variety of options, including a delicious breakfast buffet. (83 reviews)
  • The rooftop pool was a lovely and relaxing spot with great views, although some found it small. (30 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location in Casco Viejo Breakfast buffet was good !!
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay here I’d come back here in a heart beat the next time I’m in Panama. The staff, customer service, amenities, suites, pool, and everything above. I felt so safe and cared for here thank you so much.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a charming, lovely old hotel. There was a musician playing morning and night near the lobby. The restaurants were good. The staff was very helpful and attentive. I will definitely go back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff member at the reception called Barbara was really friendly and the hotel location is fabulous!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and location. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the breakfast and the rooms were amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great !, Great food and service !
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8/10 Very good

Great experience, good location and beautiful views
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, outstanding location, lovely property.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so helpful and friendly. Great location and atmosphere.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place, friendly staff and breakfast was very good. Overall, it is a great place to stay.
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was good. Staff very helpful and friendly. Property clean.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location and hotel very good
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10/10 Exceptional

We only stayed for one night but had a great overall experience. Staff were very helpful and courteous. The hotel amenities were high quality and our room was very clean. The only "con" to report is that the hotel could use a little TLC in some areas.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful boutique hotel. Amazing staff & Great Location
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was good, staff friendly, good selection.
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, amenities and staff were great.
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8/10 Very good

Nice breakfast and atmosphere.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Wonderful Staff. Great Breakfast. Rooms were well maintained and clean. Everything you need for a home away from home.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great an the hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Relaxing, clean and sophisticated vibe there. Central location can’t be beat. So comfortable! We liked the breakfast buffet as well. Staff was friendly. Would stay again! Very pleased :)
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10/10 Exceptional

During our stay we received top service and overall hotel is clean and food is amazing I recommend it 100%
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious and modern room with large bathroom and nice shower. Beautiful music during the day and evening. Excellent breakfast buffet and on-site dining. Pool and pool bar were lovely. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location of this hotel is excellent. The staff is outstanding in every way. I recommend this hotel.
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8/10 Very good

Great location clean safe and walkable!! Wonderful hotel