Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

1.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Tocumen hostel

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Front of property
Outdoor pool
Reception
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Calle Enrique Malek, Tocumen
  • Los Pueblos Commercial Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Estadio Rommel Fernandez
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Tocumen

Close to airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hostel, you'll find Metromall Panama and Los Pueblos Commercial Center. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Plaza de Francia and Atrio Mall.

What's nearby

  • Metromall Panama - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Los Pueblos Commercial Center - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Estadio Rommel Fernandez - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Panama Viejo - 13 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 16 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Panama City Passenger Station - 24 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Birra Pizza Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tierra Firme - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Tocumen hostel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Tocumen hostel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel offers 32 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Express Inn International Airport Hostel
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Express International Airport
Express Panama International Airport
Express Panama Hostel Tocumen
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel Tocumen

Frequently asked questions

How close is Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel to the airport?

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel is 3.3 mi (6-min drive) away from the Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel?

As of Sep 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel on Sep 4, 2025 start from $49.5, 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 Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel.

Does Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel offer free breakfast?

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Bingo 90 (16-min drive) and Fiesta Casino (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel have a pool?

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel features an outdoor pool.

Does Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel to downtown Tocumen?

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel is 1.4 mi away from Tocumen.

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 619 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 619 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 619 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 619 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 146 out of 619 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Iglen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The room smelt terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Luis

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

It is Ok for a few hours

This property is located very close from the airport, it is ok if you are going to stay for a few hours waiting for a connection flight, however, the property is in very bad condition. They offer free shuttle service to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sebastian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen Mae

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

10/10 Excellent

Usha Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's nice for the price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Fitzpatrick

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly, LAS VEGAS

Liked: Staff & service
This was my first hostel stay. I know they are meant to be an affordable option-and it was. My bed and linens were clean and comfortable and great AC. My shower had a couple of inches of standing water in the basin (but was hot) and my toilet leaked from the handle all over the bathroom floor. Overall, it was fine for my 11.5 hour layover.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA EUGENIA

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

Estadía rápida y buena

Fue buena la estadía por el corto que estuve.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JERMAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful and I will only use this hotel in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
You pay what you get, its ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This property is perfect as a layover rest stop for passengers at PTY Panama Tocumen airport. The room and the amenities are as basic as it gets. They sell water and other drinks by the lobby. Even though it’s walkable, it’s best to get an uber or taxi from the airport to get here. The best part is that from the hotel, they have a free airport shuttle that leaves at 5 am, 8 am, and 1 pm. 🕐
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The price is attractive and the proximity to the airport (PTY) is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystalene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property was plain. But the girl at the front desk was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian D

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was not impress with the fact that the AC did not work at first. I had to go downstairs 3x to seek help. Also the TV did not work at all, i was told by the staff at the front desk. Upon leaving the next morning i saw a mice run down the stairs. I think the staff could have showed more hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
While the property was next to the airport & you could hear planes taking off, it wasn't all that disturbing. Reservations included breakfast (maybe only coffee & toast) but this was not the case (there was a seating area & refrigerated case with sodas, juice & water and a few snacks for sale, food wasn't being served [although menu @ front desk indicated 3 cooked items] as i believe it indicated it was closed for remodeling/construction. The desk staff did store my food in their fridge for a couple of hours & i asked if they had a microwave to heat it, which they did for me. They had TVs in the rooms but i was not able to get a connection to use it. Room was small but comfortable with air-conditioning. It took a while to get hot water in the shower, maybe because it was in the back of the building & further from the water heater...who knows? Convenient (10 min) for early flight to the airport (letting them know me intent to use this the nite before) by their free shuttle @5am (only others posted on front desk @8am & 1pm)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Dominique

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mediocre

It was alienating and no one could speak English. They showed no interest. The pool was in the parking lot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

katia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eliseo, Independence Village

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite cleanliness was ok, there was a plague of cockroaches. Additionally there were several issues about infrastructures conditions. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024