The Balboa Inn

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Albrook Shopping Mall

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Breakfast and dinner served, local and international cuisine
Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance
Property grounds
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Las Cruces 2311/A, Balboa, Panama City
  • Place, Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Balboa stay.Your stay at this Balboa B&B places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Albrook Shopping Mall and Mi Pueblito. Marine Exhibition Center Smithsonian Institute Panama and Maracana Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Avenida Central - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 9 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 10 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Canal Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Fábrica - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Niko's Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sabores del Chorrillo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Balboa Inn

3-star B&B near Albrook Shopping Mall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Balboa Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Panama City bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Balboa Inn offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Panama City bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 13 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Balboa Inn Panama City
Balboa Panama City
The Balboa Hotel Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama/Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama/Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama City
The Balboa Inn Bed & breakfast
The Balboa Inn Bed & breakfast Panama City

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Balboa Inn to the airport?

The Balboa Inn is 1.8 mi (4-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 The Balboa Inn?

As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balboa Inn on Nov 24, 2025 start from $55.49, 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 The Balboa Inn have an airport shuttle?

The Balboa Inn offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Balboa Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 3.5 mi (6-min drive) from Veracruz Beach.

Does The Balboa Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Balboa Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Balboa Inn?

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

What time is check-in at The Balboa Inn?

Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Balboa Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Balboa Inn have a pool?

The Balboa Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Balboa Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Balboa Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Balboa Inn to downtown Panama City?

The Balboa Inn is 6.3 mi away from Ancon.