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Hotel San Felipe

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Avenida Balboa

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A spacious outdoor patio with wicker furniture, potted plants, and umbrellas providing shade.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a black countertop, and a display of wine bottles.
A dimly lit restaurant with wooden decor, tables, and chairs arranged for dining.
A modern hotel lobby with beige sofas, marble flooring, and a reception desk.
A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a balcony with plants.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Ave. Central entre calle 8a y 9a, Panama City
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bright yellow armchair, wooden headboard, and a marble floor.

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Central Panama City getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Casco Viejo hotel, you'll find Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Amador Causeway and Flag of Cerro Ancón are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Independence Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • 5 de Mayo Station - 18 min walk
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CasaCasco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Terraza Casacasco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lo Que Hay - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SISU Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Unido - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Felipe

4-star hotel near Avenida Balboa
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Hotel San Felipe also features spa services, a garden, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel San Felipe offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 17.55 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite premium channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 17.55 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 20 per night
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel San Felipe Hotel
Hotel San Felipe Panama City
Hotel San Felipe Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel San Felipe to the airport?

Hotel San Felipe is 2.8 mi (10-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel San Felipe?

As of Sep 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Felipe on Oct 3, 2026 start from $157, including 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.

Does Hotel San Felipe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel San Felipe.

How close is Hotel San Felipe to the beach?

This hotel is 4.6 mi (20-min drive) from Farfan Beach and 10 mi (16-min drive) from Veracruz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel San Felipe offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel San Felipe, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20 for adults and USD 17.55 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel San Felipe?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fiesta Casino (6-min drive) and Crown Casino (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel San Felipe?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 50 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Hotel San Felipe?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 20 per night.

Does Hotel San Felipe have a pool?

Hotel San Felipe does not have a pool.

Does Hotel San Felipe have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is Hotel San Felipe to downtown Panama City?

Hotel San Felipe is 2.1 mi away from Panama City.

Hotel San Felipe Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 450 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great ! Helpful staff and nice rooms as well. Location is amazing too. Their restaurant across the street has amazing food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was great, free with the night's stay also. Location was excellent, very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is very nice with a very helpful and professional staff. They also have a fantastic location just a short walk to anything in the Old Town. Room was just plain but very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Location was amazing with lots of restaurants and cafes nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the location was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hurdis or Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful boutique hotel in the heart of old town. The location is perfect and their restaurant is fantastic. The rooftop bar helps recover from days in the Panama heat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cristian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned in the Old Town the hotel is well taken care of. Large room and bathroom but lack the storage space and hangers - to much wasted space. Could use the help of a designer. Restaurant is great, staff very useful. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, incredibly helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Restaurant and roof top bar were great. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. In a great area, clean, and roof top bar was beautiful. AC is very cold!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel and perfect location for exploring. The rooms were clean, the staff was friendly, and I appreciated the amenities like the courtyard and rooftop bar with 360 views of the city. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big clean room awesome shower friendly staff and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff Centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Hotel room was large and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
I really enjoyed my stay here. The location was great and the staff is outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room, front desk staff extremely helpful and friendly. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Hope N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jackie D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff clean rooms. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rajdeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a nice stay. Staffs are extremely nice and helpful. Few things that could have been better - there were no hot water in shower. Also the WiFi speed is extremely slow. Great location in Casco Viejo.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service by the excellent staff, in special, Romeo and Maria. Great location, spacious room, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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