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Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star Beaux Arts hotel near Albrook Shopping Mall

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Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina, Corregimiento El Cangrejo, Panama City, Panama, 581
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Espana
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Calle 50
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Panama City

City center stay.Your stay at this Bella Vista hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Albrook Shopping Mall. Crown Casino and Luxor Towers are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Via Espana - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Calle 50 - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Iglesia del Carmen - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Vía Argentina - 7 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Trapiche - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Cafetería DEL Prado - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mentiritas Blancas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Central Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

4-star Beaux Arts hotel near Albrook Shopping Mall
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center and a meeting room are available. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Beaux Arts Panama City hotel.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (USD 3.25 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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 (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one way)
  • Self parking fee: USD 3.25 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel is 4.4 mi (13-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 Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel on Feb 4, 2026 start from $93.0, 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.

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 40 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7 mi (11-min drive) from Veracruz Beach.

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel offer free breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (7-min walk) and Bingo 90 (12-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 3.25 per day.

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel to downtown Panama City?

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Panama City.

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 617 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 997 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the services were excellent from front desk to clean rooms and breakfast will recommend persons to stay at this hotel the experience was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Asheville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and a nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

barry b, San Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Well located Good service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The entrance of the hotel lobby was beautiful and clean, but the 11th floor that I stayed on had a smell when you come off the elevator; like rotten bananas. The beds were soft but when I laid down at night, it was like the bed spreads were infested with bed bugs. The sheets had a few stains on it and I noticed some bites on my legs the next day. I will not be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, nice breakfast. Arrived at 1am after delayed flight very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scherwin, Maretraite

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast. Friendly staf
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ricardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
No había tabla de planchar, pero sí una plancha que chorreaba el agua por todos lados. Tuve que llamar a la recepción para pedir que cuando otro huésped desocupe la tabla de planchar me la presten. Antes de venir pedí un taxi con tiempo por medio de esta aplicación, pero como era fin de semana quien recibía el correo no estaba. No me pudieron mandar un taxi y cuando llamé al hotel me dijeron que "la culpa" era mia por no hacerlo con la debida anticipación y por no saber que nadie iba a leer mi mensaje a tiempo. La habitación estaba fea. El teléfono era de los super antiguos y en los enchufes no había opción para cables USB. El piso de la habitación se lo ve viejo y dañado, las iluminación hace que se vea poco acogedor y no funcionaba la luz principal del escritorio. Hace 6 años que me había quedado en este mismo hotel el servicio había sido espectacular, las instalaciones muy bonitas, la comida muy buena y el trato muy amable. Ahora no, me fui decepcionado.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deetan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Good price for a very comfortable hotel. Reception staff are very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at Zen. Great hotel, great food, friendly staff, wonderful views and eclectic neighborhood. Love it. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ivette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly , well situated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants and shops are located at a walking distance from this hotel. The rooms are nice, clean, spacious and have a beautiful view. The hotel staff is friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marcel

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

8/10 Good

Kio Muy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The staffs are very nice and professional. The hotel is conveniently located. Overall our stay is ok.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine A

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice love to stay every time I go home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shunnor

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025