Calle 53 Oeste (Dr Alberto Navarro), Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama
#71 of 129 hotels in Panama City
Guests' ChoiceBased on 303 hostel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.7
Staff
8.3
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 April 2025
Mr
United StatesThis property is a little gem in the beautiful El Cangrejo neighborhood. It's a couple blocks removed from Via Argentina (the main party strip) so you get the convenience of being close to everything in this bustling little barrio without the noise and revelry. The property itself is basic yet clean and comfortable. The staff are amazing and they seem to attract like minded visitors as every guest I spoke with was friendly and considerate. This is not a modern, plush hotel; But for the money you won't find better accommodations in such a hip, vibrant neighborhood. Can you tell I really liked it?
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Andrew
United StatesRoom was very bare bones, bathroom had nothing except a bar of soap
Staff was nice and communicative, reached out to coordinate check-in before I arrived. Great location. For the price this was a good stay.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 February 2025
Anouk
NetherlandsWalls are thin so you hear other guests.
It’s really good value for a budget hotel in a good location closeby via Argentina. Has parking.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Anne
CanadaNoise from down the hall as the walls were a little thin but heard nothing after 11pm.
It was very convenient in a nice walkable neighborhood. Bed was comfortable, air conditioning worked great! Definitely needed. Price was amazing!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Melissa
United KingdomThe phone numbers are whatsapp only which lead to some confusion. The room did not actually have a bath as specified but the shower was fine.
The room had comfy mattresses and was really clean. I've stayed there before and would again, it's a great location near restaurants, bars and shops and it's good for the price. Great city views, safe to walk around at night.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 28 January 2025
Juha
FinlandFacilities were very basic. Shared kitchen is a small dark room next to garage where there's not one single cup to make coffee, and reception said no to my request to get one. Laundry, ping pong, play area i didnt see or hear about. I asked about tours but theres none. Almost everything worked well but not much of a hostel.
Location, quiet area, big balcony in shade, good contact and flexibility when my flight to Panama was cancelled.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Efraim
VenezuelaEverything as offered
Excellent location, close to metro station, and easy to reach all Panama city.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Codina
RomaniaIt was difficult to figure out how to turn on the hot water, had to ask at the reception. When I arrived at about 10pm there was noone at reception, so no way to get inside, as a key was needed and I dis not yet have internet to call. It would help to have a doorbell or something to alert the staff you are waiting.
Big room, cheap, location ok
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Khan
United StatesQuiet at night, comfortable bed, location good for my needs, good a/c, spacious shower. Room includes private bathroom.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 17 December 2024
Alvin
ColombiaNot enuff water pressure on the 5th floor but it got. fixed.
Quiet street in an upscale tourist oriented barrio. Close to everything including Panama Cities wonderful new metro system. Best bang for the buck in Panama City.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 15 November 2024
Efraim
VenezuelaEverything fine
Excellent neighborhood and attention. Nice room.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 14 October 2024
Ian
Panamafound no wifi, the rosa venus soap
the balcony
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Swan
PanamaWifi wasn't great.
Great location and price. Rooms are nice, clean.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Maria
United KingdomNeighbourhood was quiet and felt safe. 10 min walk from Iglesias de Carmen metro. Passing mini markets, restaurants and street food vendors on route to BluHostel. Property was clean, Receptionist kind and helpful, overall good value. Would recommend.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 August 2024
Nadeen
JamaicaI had a problem with the shared kitchen, because at times it was left messy by other guest. However, I spoke to Mirna about whatever problems or concerns I had and she fixed it.
I like the price, location and the fact that the room was comfortable. Also Mirna. one of the receptionist is very thoughtful. She goes above and beyond to make sure the guests are satisfied.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 30 July 2024
Dumlao
United Arab EmiratesThe main door has a little space under that sound from outside can be heard.
Within the city center that can easily find restaurants
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 22 July 2024
Francisco
ColombiaToo old but it’s alright
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Jacob
NamibiaThe lack of communal space.
All good
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Charlene
PanamaThe mattress was a little saggy and a top sheet would have been nice.
The area was pretty, safe, quiet and close to restaurants and supermarkets. The staff was friendly and conveniently, spoke English. The room and bathroom were very clean and comfortably appointed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Chung
PanamaThe elevator feeled unsafe
Overall very clean
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Renate
GermanyWe would have been happy about a real cooking area and a comfortable common area - both of it is not really existing.
Our room had a comfortable bed, enough space for our luggage, an air conditioning and a good bathroom. We were close to supermarkets, restaurants and also quite close to the metro.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Samanta
FinlandI had a problem with the toilet which didn't flush. When I asked the staff to fix this, someone came to fix it, but the toilet was not working again. I couldn't use it for most of my stay because they told me that the plumber was not in town. This was a bit inconvenient as you can imagine. I asked if I could change rooms since I had already extended my stay, but there were no rooms available so they gave me a key to another room in another floor ( just for the use of toilet) I feel like the communication with the staff was bad, because they seemed to not care and were giving false promises every time I communicated regarding this issue. There was no cleaning of the room while I was there. Also the "kitchen" is tiny and looked dirty. I would not stay here again since the attitude of the staff was so careless and the toilet issue was handled so poorly.
The location and the size of the room. The price was also not too bad for a private room in Panama City.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Morenito222
United StatesNo hot water, This is really not like a Hostel, this is like a apartment (with no kitchen) they do not clean daily, or anything like that, the locks on the doors, suck, not very secure. Its Ok, but not what I expected for a hostel.
Location- Close to Via Argentina, where all is happening. Nice Area, not a bad price.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Liana
RomaniaThere was only a mini fridge in the basement for a 5 floor hotel. No hostel vibe, no common area, no table where you could have a meal. The kitchenette was really small with only two cups and not enough silverware. Again, for a 5 floor hotel with plenty of rooms on each floor. If you want a clean place to sleep for a night, then it's good. For socializing, fridge space and kitchen commodities, look somewhere else. Lacks soul
Very clean room, comfy beds.
Stayed in February 2024
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