The four-pearl, 307-room Dreams Delight Playa Bonita Panama is a beachfront resort that beautifully blends modern decor with tropical elements, and is located a 25-minute drive from downtown. The sprawling, lush grounds surrounded by forests and beach make it a quiet spot, but the long list of all-inclusive activities, gorgeous pools, luxury spa, and fun kids’ club keep guests entertained. Although this is an all-inclusive property, the five restaurants get mixed reviews. Rooms are relaxing and modern, outfitted with minibars, robes, coffeemakers, and contemporary decor. For more consistency in terms of service and quality, consider The Westin Playa Bonita, a short walk down the beach from this hotel.
The four-pearl, 307-room Dreams Delight Playa Bonita Panama is a beachfront resort that beautifully blends modern decor with tropical elements, and is located a 25-minute drive from downtown. The sprawling, lush grounds surrounded by forests and beach make it a quiet spot, but the long list of all-inclusive activities, gorgeous pools, luxury spa, and fun kids’ club keep guests entertained. Although this is an all-inclusive property, the five restaurants get mixed reviews. Rooms are relaxing and modern, outfitted with minibars, robes, coffeemakers, and contemporary decor. For more consistency in terms of service and quality, consider The Westin Playa Bonita, a short walk down the beach from this hotel.
The luxury Westin Playa Bonita lives up to the chain name with a beautiful design, excellent features, and setting across the canal from Panama City. Though on the beach of Panama Bay, the less-than-appealing waters make the four on-site pools, lavish spa, and range of activities the attractive aspects of this resort. There are also five good restaurants, including a fresh fish grill, Asian eatery, and an elegant Latin steakhouse. The 611 rooms offer Westin’s signature bedding, separate showers and tubs, minibars, and iPod docks, with options for kitchenettes and access to the exclusive Executive Club. Those willing to trade a waterfront location for a more intimate experience might appreciate the American Trade Hotel -- a historic boutique remodeled with thoughtful decor and modern amenities in the bustling Casco Viejo district of Panama City.
The luxury Westin Playa Bonita lives up to the chain name with a beautiful design, excellent features, and setting across the canal from Panama City. Though on the beach of Panama Bay, the less-than-appealing waters make the four on-site pools, lavish spa, and range of activities the attractive aspects of this resort. There are also five good restaurants, including a fresh fish grill, Asian eatery, and an elegant Latin steakhouse. The 611 rooms offer Westin’s signature bedding, separate showers and tubs, minibars, and iPod docks, with options for kitchenettes and access to the exclusive Executive Club. Those willing to trade a waterfront location for a more intimate experience might appreciate the American Trade Hotel -- a historic boutique remodeled with thoughtful decor and modern amenities in the bustling Casco Viejo district of Panama City.
True to its brand, Aloft Panama is chic, modern, and industrial -- perhaps too industrial for some. With its neon mood lighting, concrete and glass lobby, and boldly patterned furnishings, it feels equal parts nightclub and IKEA showroom. For a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel, the list of amenities, -- an outdoor pool terrace, a swanky bar, a modern restaurant, and a 24-hour mini-market -- is excellent. The 303 rooms are bold and spacious with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Suites upgrade to optional hot tubs and terraces. Guests can also access the pool, casino, and restaurants at the adjacent Sheraton Grand Panama. Business travelers take note, the Atlapa Convention Center is just around the corner. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers more resort-style amenities for the same money.
True to its brand, Aloft Panama is chic, modern, and industrial -- perhaps too industrial for some. With its neon mood lighting, concrete and glass lobby, and boldly patterned furnishings, it feels equal parts nightclub and IKEA showroom. For a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel, the list of amenities, -- an outdoor pool terrace, a swanky bar, a modern restaurant, and a 24-hour mini-market -- is excellent. The 303 rooms are bold and spacious with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Suites upgrade to optional hot tubs and terraces. Guests can also access the pool, casino, and restaurants at the adjacent Sheraton Grand Panama. Business travelers take note, the Atlapa Convention Center is just around the corner. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers more resort-style amenities for the same money.
This large, 350-room, upper-mid-range hotel is a landmark in Panama City. It’s located right in the city center, surrounded by many restaurants, bars, casinos, and hotels. The property is home to the largest pool in Panama City (probably its best feature) as well as three restaurants, a nightclub, and a casino. However, the huge convention center is probably the most prevalent fixture of the hotel, as big groups often dominate the scene. Even with renovations, the property still feels a bit old and tired, and other nearby options provide more value.
This large, 350-room, upper-mid-range hotel is a landmark in Panama City. It’s located right in the city center, surrounded by many restaurants, bars, casinos, and hotels. The property is home to the largest pool in Panama City (probably its best feature) as well as three restaurants, a nightclub, and a casino. However, the huge convention center is probably the most prevalent fixture of the hotel, as big groups often dominate the scene. Even with renovations, the property still feels a bit old and tired, and other nearby options provide more value.
The Grand International Hotel is a solid mid-range option in the El Cangrejo neighborhood that draws business travelers and Panamanian tourists. Its central location on tree-lined Via Argentina make getting around the city by taxi or metro a snap. The hotel’s 118 rooms are spacious and mostly modern, with decor that blends Asian and modern styles. One of the best features is the hotel's restaurant, which draws hotel guests and locals to its great happy hour specials and pub-food menu. The hotel’s infinity pool is large and rarely crowded, and surrounded by lounge chairs and flowering trees, and while Wi-Fi is free, it can be spotty. The nearby Saba Hotel has a hipper vibe with similarly priced rooms that offer more standard amenities such as coffeemakers and mini-fridges.
The Grand International Hotel is a solid mid-range option in the El Cangrejo neighborhood that draws business travelers and Panamanian tourists. Its central location on tree-lined Via Argentina make getting around the city by taxi or metro a snap. The hotel’s 118 rooms are spacious and mostly modern, with decor that blends Asian and modern styles. One of the best features is the hotel's restaurant, which draws hotel guests and locals to its great happy hour specials and pub-food menu. The hotel’s infinity pool is large and rarely crowded, and surrounded by lounge chairs and flowering trees, and while Wi-Fi is free, it can be spotty. The nearby Saba Hotel has a hipper vibe with similarly priced rooms that offer more standard amenities such as coffeemakers and mini-fridges.
The Continental Hotel Panama is a large mid-range hotel with 365 rooms in the heart of Panama City’s financial and commercial center. The entrance appears stately and features a grand staircase. Amenities include an outdoor pool, cozy bar, and small restaurant. The central location is convenient, but with many other hotels in the area, it won’t be hard to find more value for your money elsewhere.
The Continental Hotel Panama is a large mid-range hotel with 365 rooms in the heart of Panama City’s financial and commercial center. The entrance appears stately and features a grand staircase. Amenities include an outdoor pool, cozy bar, and small restaurant. The central location is convenient, but with many other hotels in the area, it won’t be hard to find more value for your money elsewhere.
The sprawling, four-pearl Sheraton Grand Panama sits on the edge of downtown Panama City in the upscale neighborhood of San Francisco. Convenientely, it's across the street from the Atlapa Convention Center. The hotel has an extensive list of resort-style amenities like a large outdoor pool terrace, a casino with table games, and three casual restaurants. All 356 rooms are bright and done with chain-like decor, plus large, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and marble bathrooms. The spacious suites add whirlpool tubs and optional balconies. However, mediocre restaurant food, tiny spa, and some dated common areas leave guests wanting more. Hilton Panama offers similar amenities plus a larger casino in a sleeker, waterfront package for the same amount of money.
The sprawling, four-pearl Sheraton Grand Panama sits on the edge of downtown Panama City in the upscale neighborhood of San Francisco. Convenientely, it's across the street from the Atlapa Convention Center. The hotel has an extensive list of resort-style amenities like a large outdoor pool terrace, a casino with table games, and three casual restaurants. All 356 rooms are bright and done with chain-like decor, plus large, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and marble bathrooms. The spacious suites add whirlpool tubs and optional balconies. However, mediocre restaurant food, tiny spa, and some dated common areas leave guests wanting more. Hilton Panama offers similar amenities plus a larger casino in a sleeker, waterfront package for the same amount of money.
Situated two blocks from Panama’s popular Avenida Balboa waterfront district, Centroamericano Hotel offers clean, crisp lodging without a lot of pretense. All 62 rooms are small, bright, and functional with free (though unreliable) Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and laptop-sized safes. Some rooms have balconies. The list of common amenities is straightforward: a popular all-day restaurant, coin-operated laundry, and a tiny business center and meeting room for executive guests. Beyond the small dining area, there’s no real social scene, however, the mostly budget-minded clientele isn’t likely to mind much. For a bit more money, DoubleTree By Hilton Panama City has an outdoor pool and all-day restaurant.
Situated two blocks from Panama’s popular Avenida Balboa waterfront district, Centroamericano Hotel offers clean, crisp lodging without a lot of pretense. All 62 rooms are small, bright, and functional with free (though unreliable) Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and laptop-sized safes. Some rooms have balconies. The list of common amenities is straightforward: a popular all-day restaurant, coin-operated laundry, and a tiny business center and meeting room for executive guests. Beyond the small dining area, there’s no real social scene, however, the mostly budget-minded clientele isn’t likely to mind much. For a bit more money, DoubleTree By Hilton Panama City has an outdoor pool and all-day restaurant.
Just off Panama City’s most popular waterfront strip in the Financial District, the upscale Le Meridien Panama offers some of the city’s swankiest lodging. The sleek polished lobby and futuristic glass atrium set the stage for an ultra-modern decor that borders on a nightclub-like feel. All 111 rooms are equally chic with excellent amenities including large, flat-screen TVs, minibars, iPod docks, and luxurious bathrooms. Spacious Suites upgrade to whirlpool tubs and separate living areas. The common amenities: a modern restaurant/bar with alfresco dining, an intimate spa, and a rooftop pool -- are individually small, but the feel is more boutique than limited. Grace Panama offers similar amenities in a more elegant package for less money.
Just off Panama City’s most popular waterfront strip in the Financial District, the upscale Le Meridien Panama offers some of the city’s swankiest lodging. The sleek polished lobby and futuristic glass atrium set the stage for an ultra-modern decor that borders on a nightclub-like feel. All 111 rooms are equally chic with excellent amenities including large, flat-screen TVs, minibars, iPod docks, and luxurious bathrooms. Spacious Suites upgrade to whirlpool tubs and separate living areas. The common amenities: a modern restaurant/bar with alfresco dining, an intimate spa, and a rooftop pool -- are individually small, but the feel is more boutique than limited. Grace Panama offers similar amenities in a more elegant package for less money.
DoubleTree By Hilton Panama City offers all the hallmarks of the DoubleTree brand, including simple, executive styling and a prime location near a subway stop in the La Cresta District. The list of common amenities, including an all-day restaurant, a sizable fitness room, and a rooftop pool with a small bar and hot tub, is decent, but doesn't truly set the three-pearl hotel apart from dozens of other city center chain hotels. All 213 rooms offer similar amenities: flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and lightly stocked minibars, but Wi-Fi is only available via a paid daily plan and breakfast costs extra. For a bit more money, Hyatt Place Panama City Downtown has the same amenities plus a full bar and free Wi-Fi.
DoubleTree By Hilton Panama City offers all the hallmarks of the DoubleTree brand, including simple, executive styling and a prime location near a subway stop in the La Cresta District. The list of common amenities, including an all-day restaurant, a sizable fitness room, and a rooftop pool with a small bar and hot tub, is decent, but doesn't truly set the three-pearl hotel apart from dozens of other city center chain hotels. All 213 rooms offer similar amenities: flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and lightly stocked minibars, but Wi-Fi is only available via a paid daily plan and breakfast costs extra. For a bit more money, Hyatt Place Panama City Downtown has the same amenities plus a full bar and free Wi-Fi.