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OyeBonita Hostel

Panama City

3.9 miles from Rod Carew National Stadium, OyeBonita Hostel is located in Panama City and provides air-conditioned rooms.

M
Marcus
From
Lebanon
Spacious, clean & quiet interior, beautiful & supportive host and family!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Bodhi Panama City

Bella Vista, Panama City

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Bodhi Panama City is located in the center of Panama City, 4 miles from Ancon Hill.

A
Arantxa
From
Panama
Room was great it was big and cozy, Pool area was great and it walking distance to may different restaurants in Marbella. It is pet friendly which is a plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,574 reviews
Price from
$46.31
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Areka

Punta Pacifica, Panama City

Casa Areka features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a grill.

L
Ludmila
From
Czech Republic
Super friendly stuff. Lot of offered activities. Clean pool. Cool comon areas.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews
Price from
$23.44
1 night, 2 adults

Eden`s Garden Hostel

Panama City

Located in Panama City, Eden`s Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

r
rafael
From
United States
Everything, the breakfast, the people, the cleanliness , amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews
Price from
$39.99
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Villa Grande

Calidonia, Panama City

Located in Panama City, 3.9 miles from Bridge of the Americas, Hostal Villa Grande has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

K
Kerryann Gardner
From
Barbados
I gotten facility to cook my own food metro station is so close by staff was there to assist you right through the night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
$35
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Mamallena

Calidonia, Panama City

Hostel Mamallena features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Providing a bar, the property is located within 3.5 miles of Bridge of the Americas.

R
Robert
From
United States
Social and pool area, kitchen, responsive and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Panama Hat Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

Conveniently located in Panama City, Panama Hat Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a bar and free WiFi.

R
Rob
From
United States
Great neighborhood, chill vibe, clean and very hospitable. Connected to a restaurant and they had a cool movie night after it closed. Happy hour on beers and also close to nightlife!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
Price from
$27
1 night, 2 adults

El Machico Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 1.9 mi from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel features a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property.

S
Shasya
From
India
Everything! I'm not sure why this place is receiving such luke warm reviews. It's a really nice hostel, the staff is really helpful, it's super clean, the rooms are very quiet and comfortable , the bathrooms are really nice, big and plenty, huge well stocked kitchen, and the fastest laundry service I've seen in a while. The pool is really nice and in general it has a really nice chill laid-back vibe and is in a super nice neighbourhood. It's actually a lot nicer looking than the pictures. I slept like a baby over here. Possibly the most undisturbed sleep that I've had in a full dorm room in 4 months of travelling. That itself makes this a full 10 for me. I also lucked out with having only super nice and sociable guests there during my stay. Also, best hostel coffee to boot. I honestly would've extended for a couple of days if I didn't have a flight pre booked.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

Habitaciones R-1

Bella Vista, Panama City

Habitaciones R-1 features air-conditioned rooms with cable flat-screen TV in the Bella Vista district of Panama City.

I
Iraitiel
From
Panama
The attention (customer service) and kindness from the staff and owner was superb. The location is excellent. The check-in system is very good and user friendly. I loved that guests can have late check-in times, and I loved that check-out is at 1p.m. The bathroom was very clean and had very good water pressure and toiletries. The room was small but very comfortable. It did not have AC, but I was provided with a big fan. Loved it. Did not miss the AC at all. Very strong Wifi. Lots of space and drawers to put away things. Convenience store right across the street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Blu Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

Conveniently located in the Bella Vista district of Panama City, Blu Hostel is located 4.8 miles from Bridge of the Americas, 5 miles from Ancon Hill and 5.3 miles from Rod Carew National Stadium.

M
Michael491
From
United States
This was my fourth stay at this hotel. Hotel has hot water unlike many in Central America. Beds were comfortable. WII was decent in room. There is a shared balcony on each floor with a couple plastic chairs. The employees are great. They have always been very helpful. One of the receptioist has decent English language skills. Her English has improved since my first stay. If you turn left as you exit hotel, there is a minimart just past the first cross street. Or turn right at this same cross street (after turning left as you departed hotel) and follow this street. You will arrive at Via Espana near several (maybe 10) different restaurants. Or, turn left at this same cross street, and you are only 1 short block from Via Argentina.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,158 reviews
Price from
$28.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Panama City

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,158 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,574 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Panama City and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

    Well located in Panama City, Hostal Loco Coco Loco provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From $39.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews

    Located in Panama City, 5 miles from Rod Carew National Stadium, Zebulo Hostel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From $33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Located in Panama City, 2 miles from Bridge of the Americas, Canal Inn Panama provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From $39.60 per night
  • The Nest Rainforest Retreat is located in Panama City, within 24 miles of Estadio Rommel Fernandez and 30 miles of Rod Carew National Stadium. All rooms feature bed linen.

    From $93.50 per night
  • Casa Vintage

    Panama City
    Central location

    Well located in the Casco Viejo district of Panama City, Casa Vintage is located 2.2 miles from Ancon Hill, 2.3 miles from Bridge of the Americas and 7.6 miles from Rod Carew National Stadium.

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  • Avg. price/night: $28.71
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews
    Super friendly hostel in great location. Very close to a Rana Dorada craft beer joint and a cheap yet tasty pizza shop. Very near the front, if you want to walk/jog/run along the boardwalk.
    Guest review by
    PAUL
    Young couple