Hotel Discovery puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are within a short drive. Public transportation is just a short walk: Lotería Station is 2 minutes and Santo Tomás Station is 6 minutes.
Ave.Justo Arosemena y Calle Ecuador, Panama City, La Exposición
What's nearby
Avenida Balboa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
National Bank House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cinta Costera - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Avenida Central - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Via Espana - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 9 min drive
Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 22 min drive
Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 25 min drive
Panama City Passenger Station - 12 min drive
Lotería Station - 2 min walk
Santo Tomás Station - 6 min walk
5 de Mayo Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
Café Santé - 7 min walk
Café Boulevard Balboa - 4 min walk
Cafe Paris Restaurant - 4 min walk
Bar Hotel Covadonga - 7 min walk
Restaurante y Pizzería Romanaccio - 5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Discovery
Hotel Discovery puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are within a short drive. Public transportation is just a short walk: Lotería Station is 2 minutes and Santo Tomás Station is 6 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
85 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 1 PM
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 garage
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Discovery Panama City
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hotel Discovery?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Discovery?
Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Discovery?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (3-min drive) and Crown Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Hotel Discovery like?
Hotel Discovery is a short 2-minute walk from Lotería Station and 4 minutes' walk from Avenida Balboa.
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Reviews
Hotel Discovery Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
7.6
Staff & service
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2026
The room was comfortable. Ac working and hot water
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
The room was a little rough, but clean. It was everything I needed and was close to the water for an amazing price. the front desk people were very helpful and nice.
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2023
Short stay on budge
Hotel itself was decent for the price. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good. In a good location with a McDonald's across the street and a park about a 3 minute walk away.
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8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2026
The hotel is a little outdated, but everything was in order. If you don't mind things a bit old and worn, it's a great budge hotel. The the room was spacious with a desk, chair and mini fridge, the shower was hot, the sheets, towels and room clean, the staff friendly and a breakfast of eggs and toast included. The location was great, parks nearby, ocean front park 2 blocks away with a "Panama" sign. Streets looked and felt safe, yes there were some homeless people but less than I have seen elsewhere in the city. Bonus - a low budget restaurant across the street for supper with a very friendly proprietor couple.
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8/10 Very good
Mar 26, 2026
Very Basic Bed & Breakfast. It's an older hotel, only 2 blocks from Loteria metro station. The staff is very friendly, helpful and welcoming. The room is very clean. The water is hot. The breakfast is scrambled eggs and toast. Cold air conditioning, VERY loud. Only 1 outlet in room, where Wi-fi is inconsistent. Good Wi-Fi in lobby and dining area. Good choice for a Budget Traveler with business in the city. Would stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2023
This is my first time at this hotel. I was surprised at how friendly they are and that, though it's an inexpensive hotel, they provide breakfast (scrambled eggs and toast or rice cakes) included with the room. Unlike others in this price range, they also provide daily housekeeping.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
excelete hotel
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10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2026
It was well worth the price
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2026
Great
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
Rooms was nice and clean. Transportation was easy area was peaceful.
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
The hotel was really old, my room wasn’t comfortable, but staff was really good!
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Good Staff
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8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2026
Personal amable
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
It's close to the water, everything in panama city is a short uber ride away. The shower is hot, beds comfortable, and the internet is fast and stable. Good value.
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8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2026
Yes
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8/10 Very good
May 4, 2026
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6/10 Good
Sep 12, 2025
They need some upgraded furniture and a mini fridge or a ice machine on each floor to accommodate guest
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4/10 Fair
Jul 24, 2023
Really basic room. Bed and shower. Neighborhood unclean
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2/10 Poor
Feb 22, 2026
No face towels, no soap. Doors were missing door handles. Some of the beds in our group had “stains” on the bed sheets. Had to sleep with clothes on - on top of the bed. Complimentary breakfast was toast with an egg…..Lots of homeless people hanging around the hotel area.
Would not recommend this hotel.
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6/10 Good
Aug 7, 2023
OK
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4/10 Fair
Sep 1, 2025
Old, this property needed an upgrade 25 years ago.
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4/10 Fair
Feb 21, 2024
Old and beat up. Tv broken, wires sticking out of the walls, Busted up headboard. Only thirty bucks for two people I can't complain too much.
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6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2024
They couldn't find my reservation but I had kept the record. It is close to a metro station, a McDonald, and a government building, so l wouldn't say it's unsafe. But streets are littered with garbage. The free breakfast was provided with scrambled egg (small portion) , coffee, fruit drink and toast, which is nice. The facilities are dilapidated.
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4/10 Fair
Feb 16, 2024
Room has no fresh air. Air co. was very old fashion and so noisy. Bathroom door was broken . If you do not have enough money to choose another hotel stay here. we reserve for 3 nights but after 2 nights we moved another hotel
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8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2026
El desayuno es muy básico, la habitación estaba limpia y el personal es amable.