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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4.0 star property
Belle Époque hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa

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47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 466 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 752 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 224 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 373 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Amador Causeway - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 8 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 14 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tantalo Hotel / Kitchen / Roofbar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casablanca - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Santuario - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mahalo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Upscale hotel near Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
Located close to Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a facial, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellhop, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 135 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 10.70 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Central

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,208 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Built in 1874
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 10.70 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Panamae
Central Hotel Panama City
Central Panama City
Central Hotel Panama
Central Panama

Frequently asked questions

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

As of Apr 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo on Apr 29, 2025 start from $291.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Valet parking is available for USD 10.70 per night.

What time is check-in at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo located?

Located in Casco Viejo, this spa hotel is steps from Independence Square, Interoceanic Canal Museum, and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama. National Theater and Palacio de las Garzas are just steps away. Estación Lotería is 26 minutes by foot.

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 886 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 886 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 886 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 886 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 886 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and staff very friendly. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exquisitly maintained and just about perfectly located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Panama City, great breakfast. It is in walking distance of a lot of interesting places and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome totally enjoyed everything about the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Very nice comfortable close to tourists attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

W Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location in old-town, within walking distance to many great restaurants and shops. The facility is in great shape, clean and comfortable room. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The music in the hotel, it's location couldn't be better in Casco Viejo. iIt's a beautiful classic hotel with a lovely lobby, modern rooms and bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, friendly staff and the surrounding areas were great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gongyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

The hotel is beautiful and historic so it is unique. The food was decent. The staff were nice but sometimes had difficulty communicating due to language barriers They do have a great location in town
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay when visiting Casco Viejo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel in the middle of Casco Viejo. Perfect location for exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous, located in the heart of Casco Viejo. Many dining options available at the hotel and nearby. The staff at this facility truly provide the best customer service experience for me.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and very friendly staff. Lighting in the room had some issues (flickers on and of randomly) and water easily comes out when taking shower (a plastic lip under the glass door could easily help) otherwise great stay in a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Walking tour with Ricardo recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MINGXIANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025