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OyeBonita Hostel

Panama City

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

J
Jing Heng
From
Singapore
amazing hospitality, kind hosts, great environment, clean rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$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 centre of Panama City, 6.4 km from Ancon Hill.

F
Frida
From
Sweden
this hostal is great! spacious common areas with 2 terraces and a pool area. the dorms had good storage for the bags, big beds and curtains! we had a 10 people dorm but it felt as 4 because it was so spacious. probably the cleanest hostel I’ve been to! the bus stops just 300m from the hostel and also the metro is not far away!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,535 reviews
Price from
US$46.31
1 night, 2 adults

Eden`s Garden Hostel

Panama City

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

M
Milo
From
United Kingdom
The manager, Nelson and the cleaner Maria Cristina were so friendly and hard working. Nelson offered so many suggestions such as a cheap local gym, what to do in Panama City and even found us a driver for our subsequent trip to Colombia. The free breakfast cooked by Nelson was a great touch, particularly the Colombian huevos pericos and arepas he made. The dorms were great and super private, all having a sliding door to become a capsule. The kitchen was well stocked and always clean, probably the best hostel kitchen we’ve used in Central America. The hammocks on the terrace were great to relax in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews
Price from
US$37.99
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Villa Grande

Calidonia, Panama City

Situated in Panama City, 6.3 km from Bridge of the Americas, Hostal Villa Grande features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

K
Kitti Bernadett
From
Hungary
Good value of money, great location (close to the metro) and the city center is only 30 min by walk on the promenade. Everybody is helpful and the property is calm, I had a good sleep after my long flight.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$45
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. Offering a bar, the property is located within 5.7 km of Bridge of the Americas.

D
Demian
From
Switzerland
We stayed for a bit more than a week in one of the double rooms and we felt very comfortable for the whole duration. The room was well equipped with bed side tables, small shelf and possibility to hang stuff. The bed was very comfortable and the AC worked well. The staff were very friendly and we were surprised how dedicated they were in keeping the place clean all the time. Also we liked the cute dogs and cats that lived on the property. Furthermore we liked the many possibilities to hang out, like in the garden, multiple tables and a working area. Also there is a ping pong table which was great fun.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Panama Hat Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

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

J
Jason
From
United Kingdom
The staff were really helpful and friendly. The location is really quite close to the aiport as well as some great facilities. The room was very comfortable, honestly the bwd was so comfy, I slept as well here (if not better) than in some much more up-marked hotels. It was a real plus point for me. The room is basic but it literally has everything you need and the whole place has a cheerful vibe about it. On the basis of this stay, for the price....it's an exceptional find and I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

El Machico Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 3 km from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel boasts a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property.

M
Mathilde
From
France
Amazing hostel! The staff is really friendly, it’s super clean and bed are super comfy. It’s a quiet hostel where you really feel like home. The area is also great and the safest of the city!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
Price from
US$42
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.

p
patrick
From
Canada
Vijay was cool and very accomadating. Great location and very quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Blu Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

Conveniently situated in the Bella Vista district of Panama City, Blu Hostel is located 6.5 km from Ancon Hill, 7.8 km from Bridge of the Americas and 8.6 km from Rod Carew National Stadium.

L
Lucid Dreamer
From
Serbia
Excellent staff (Carlos was very helpful!), very good location in safe neighborhood, excellent wifi, Netflix, shared kitchen, free coffee, hot shower... Everything was great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviews
Price from
US$28.80
1 night, 2 adults

CulturaHumana Guesthouse

Bella Vista, Panama City

Attractively set in Panama City, CulturaHumana Guesthouse features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

R
Robert
From
Romania
It has a pool and close to the train station, there are some shops near by and as well not do far away from the old town and the market. The stuff were really nice and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Price from
US$23.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Casa Vintage

Panama City
No credit card needed

Well located in the Casco Viejo district of Panama City, Casa Vintage is located 3.5 km from Ancon Hill, 3.8 km from Bridge of the Americas and 12 km from Rod Carew National Stadium.

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Canal Inn Panama

Panama City
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Located in Panama City, 3.1 km from Bridge of the Americas, Canal Inn Panama provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$39.60 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

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

From US$30.51 per night

The Nest Rainforest Retreat is set in Panama City, within 39 km of Estadio Rommel Fernandez and 49 km of Rod Carew National Stadium. At the hostel all rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower.

From US$55 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$28.71
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 574 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