Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

Property class: 5 and above
5-star luxury hotel near Albrook Shopping Mall

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A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a city skyline across a body of water.
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A spacious lobby with a round coffee table, seating areas, and a large wall clock.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a decorative ceiling fan.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle Primera Oeste, San Felipe, Panama City, Panama, 0843
  • Place, Independence Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Interoceanic Canal Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury 1 King, Plaza View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Magnifique 1 King, Plaza or Historic View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Legendary 1 Bedroom Suite King, Ocean Front

  • Ocean view
  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Luxury 1 King, Ocean Front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (Magnifique)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Superior 1 King, Plaza View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Luxury 1 Queen, Historic View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Magnifique 2 Full Plaza View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Prestige Suite, Plaza Courtyard view)

  • 818 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Junior Suite 1 King Oceant Front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (Prestige Suite, 1 bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View (Magnifique Duplex, historic views)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Courtyard View (Opera)

  • 1991 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Imperial)

  • Ocean view
  • 2045 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Casco Viejo hotel, you'll be steps from Club de Clases y Tropas and Playa El Tuco. Paseo de Las Bovedas and Anita Villalaz Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de Francia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Independence Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • 5 de Mayo Station - 4 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 17 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bajareque's Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Snack Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaandela - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Athanasiou - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

5-star luxury hotel near Albrook Shopping Mall
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City . An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 159 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2022
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City offers 159 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bidets and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (80 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Minors may not be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests may be required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorization upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10.00 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Cashless transactions are available
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City to the airport?

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City is 4 mi (12-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 Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City ?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City on Nov 18, 2026 start from $495, 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 Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City have an airport shuttle?

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 50 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Playa El Tuco and 4 mi (12-min drive) from Playita de Amador. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City , but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City ?

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

What time is check-in at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City ?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per day.

Does Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City have a pool?

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City features an outdoor pool.

Does Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like garden views, brunch, and light fare.

Does Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body wraps, massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City to downtown Panama City?

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City is 1.4 mi away from Panama City.

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 696 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 771 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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It was an amazing stay! The only place we would stay in Panama City.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning , the best hotel in Panama City by far
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not only is the property beautiful the service is outstanding. I would hands down stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, excellent options for food and drinks within the hotel and nearby, and the staff was very attentive and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel! Excellent staff from reception to housekeeping. We enjoyed the restaurants and roof bar. The hotel breakfast is excellent. Gym was well outfitted and very clean. The pool is smaller but has a lovely view. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Had a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel nicely located in the extraordinary casco antiguo in Panama. Staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room and staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is amazing. The property, the pool, the staff and service all exceeded my expectations. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Balcony and view, that’s finest
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easily one the best hotel stays ever. Great property. Great food. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful room, super nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent facility, location, staff very friendly, the make you feel at home, 100% recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The service from beginning of your stay until the end of your stay is as consistent as can be. I’ve travelled everywhere… four seasons ect and the Sofitel legend Panama is right up there with any of them. The food was phenomenal… all the bartenders weee phenomenal… the front desk staff goes over and beyond to make sure your stay is immaculate. The area the hotel is in is perfect… I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great amenities and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was absolutely beautiful. The staff were amazing, especially Carlos. He remembered my name and called me by name the entire time I was there. The rooms were beautiful and the area is perfect for sightseeing. 10 out of 10 I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room, attentive and courteous staff, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was exceptional. Location was perfect in Old Town. Will come back and stay here. It was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful old colonial style hotel. Lovely staff and perfect location to explore and enjoy Casco Viejo on foot. Then can Uber or book tours to explore other sites in and around Panama City.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026