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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4.0 star property
4-star Belle Époque hotel near Independence Square

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47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Interoceanic Canal Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 224 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 236 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 373 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 466 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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

  • 752 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite -5 guests- Junior

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6

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

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Pool
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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Casco Viejo stay.With a stay at this Casco Viejo hotel, you'll be steps from Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum. Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and Palacio de las Garzas are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Palacio de las Garzas - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 0.6 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

  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Exilio Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kaandela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Athanasiou - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Santuario - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4-star Belle Époque hotel near Independence Square
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 2208 square feet (205 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 135 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2208 sq ft of conference space
  • 205 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1874
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offers 135 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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
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 Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • 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

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 smoke detector and a security system
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo to the airport?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is 3.2 mi (11-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo.

How close is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo to the beach?

This hotel is 4.3 mi (8-min drive) from Veracruz Beach and 8.9 mi (22-min drive) from Taboga Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 25 for adults and USD 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (7-min drive) and Bingo 90 (8-min drive) are nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 10.70 per night.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a pool?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo features an outdoor pool.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a spa?

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

How close is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo to downtown Panama City?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is 2.1 mi away from Panama City.

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 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

Henry

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

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Gonzalez

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent, the staff very friendly and attentive at all times. The food was varied. The hotel was very clean. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was absolutely beautiful. The service was fantastic and the rooms were perfect. We tried every restaurant in the hotel and the food was amazing every time! We will be coming back soon. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel with helpful staff. Very good dining options.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel did not send transport to pick us from the airport as duly booked and confirmed. When we asked the head of transportation, he was extraordinarily rude. The manager refused to talk about it and said just talk to reception. The hotel illegally deducted transport cost from my $400 deposit, even though it was never sent and we came in a taxi. The rude attitude spoiled the stay even though the hotel was great in other aspects.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean Derick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic breakfast, omelletes to order and the freshest Panamanian fruit. Barbara at reception is exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It normal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Cristina

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi in the room was terrible. Many, many times I tried but could not get it to work. Maintenance came multiple times, but they too had a hard time getting it to work.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

prakash

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred Inez

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY VIBETH ABAN SAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is so beautiful, the people are very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Calvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just an overall average experience. Nothing bad, nothing exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious clean nice. Very good breakfast Staff was super helpfull Live music in lobby was so great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

wonderful hotel for any type of stay

Great hotel in the middle of Casco Viejo. Beautiful hotel with very nice staff. Really close to a lot of things to visit and/or eat at. Highly recommend the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is beautiful and the service is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025