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Reviews of Hostal Panama Experience

Calle 54 Este, Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama

#14 of 19 B&Bs and inns in Panama City

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Review Score

Based on 163 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free Wifi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    3.0
    I would not go back but it’s good for a one night stay I booked 3 days and left on the second day
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The vibes, the bathroom , the pool and seating area

    Something just felt off it was also pretty small but I did love that one could get a tatto in a hostel so worth it :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    10
    I'll be back
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    good staff and nice location ! love it near by my work

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    10
    Very recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staying at this hostel made everything in Panama much easier. Super helpful staff that assist you with info and reservation for your trip, good location, the swimming pool for and end of day refreshment also nice! Thanks in particular to Tano, Franco and Rafael, super hosts 🙏

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2024

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not really a place to feel home. All the lockers were full, even if there was a huge sign right at the reception that you should be careful of your stuff. Got the vibe that that’s a hostel where a lot of theft is happening. More a hostel for permanent (weird) people to stay. Not a place to meet other backpackers and socialise.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2024

    6.0
    Bargain in Panama City
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was quite tiny with not much room for our luggage. The shower was very tiny and you basically step out into the toilet, which was not so nice. Especially as it also didn't felt very regularly cleaned. We wished more space to sit for chilling or working.

    Is located close to the banking area in a safe sector. Wifi was quite fast. The bed was comfortable. Price was ok.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2024

    10
    Was perfect, best hostel in Panama
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing staff! :)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2024

    10
    Mixed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the only thing i need to point as a negative was that was an American big fellow that was acting as if he owned the place ,being super loud at all times and making unconfortable remarks even with staff i just think sometimes it s important to remember even if its a customer that are other customers around and that ethically the space of the others it might be being limited and also invaded by Very loud and obnoxious behaviour..it kinda ruin the Vibe also the breakfast i would change the hours make it from earlier and till later plus not impose that awkward setting of having to be socializing with people you dont feel comfortable with

    everything was good from cleanniness to staff and overall the place is really sound congrats to the management and the breakfast was well prepared and nice and tasty

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 24, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -basic breakfast, just to start, but if you miss it, you don't miss much -few toilets and showers

    -Safe and clean neighbourhood -friendly staff -small pool and bar -dorm rooms with nice privacy (curtains, AC power) -breakfasts -luggage room

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    10
    Great stay to a low price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I was very satisfied with everything.

    Very delicious free breakfast, a nice swimming pool to relax and enjoy drinks from the hostel bar, possibility to wash and dry clothes, fully equiped shared kitchen, great location close to public transport, cheap, very clean and very friendly stuff.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2023

    10
    A home from home - with a pool! What’s not to like!!
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The ac at night made the nights too cold for my comfort

    I love the atmosphere here. It’s a place I call home here in Panama City

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2023

    10
    Decent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A mega hostel. It works. I was comfortable and passed 5 nights here without a hitch

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Incredible home-y atmosphere, the staff made me feel very welcome and was a great place to connect with other travellers and locals, the bar and pool are a big bonus

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2023

    4.0
    Wouldn't recommend it at all
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Incredibly Disorganised! Booked for a small Dorm, ended up in a huge one. The Room was a mess, was unclear which Beds are occupied and which ones aren't. Tried to give us one that looked used, only changed sheets after asking. Bathroom as well unclean and a mess. So glad we only had one night and had to leave early anyway

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didnt like the fact that the air condition had its time off and on.

    I like the location where the hostal is situated and the staff.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I loved staying at Hostal Panama Experience. Its a great place to meet nice people, have a drink, leave for a bar at night, and eat delicious breakfast in the morning. The staff is super welcoming and helped me with all questions around the airport, the security of the neighborhood, and so on. Its really central and I enjoyed walking around at night and check out the area. Also it was very clean and the beds with ACs comfortable. I would love to come back soon - a highly recommended hostal! A big thank you to Onan and the owner !

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    On Friday and Saturday night I was kept awake until about 4.30am by people partying downstairs, this included loud music, screaming and shouting. This was made worse by the hard floors which ensure that sound echos strongly throughout the hostel. If people want to party they should do so in a suitable area and keep the noise down. I would have given this hostel an excellent rating but this one thing really let it down.

    A great hostel in a great location, nice facilities including a swimming pool - very nice to cool off in the heat. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2023

    4.0
    Not for working people
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Continental breakfast

    Some protein

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    10
    Thanks guys. I will recommend ppl
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No complaints.

    Nasim was the best.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Staff very friendly, good location.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2023

    5.0
    Backpacker/overnight hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I used a credit card to book the room. Upon arrival I was advised cash only?? The room and bathroom didn’t appear that it was cleaned daily. Loud party until 5-6 am on a Saturday. One little fan for the whole room until AC is turned on 7:30 or 8 pm until 8 am. Additionally, no air flow in the room as well when AC is off which feels like a Sauna. The breakfast was okay and exceptional as other posts described it. I may sound critical but I select my accommodations according to reviews. This location was overrated in my opinion. Good place for a stopover or a backpacker. I travel 5-6 months a year abroad so I base my experience to other locations that I’ve stayed. As I said my opinion and respect those of others.

    Location and the sleeping quarters was good

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    10
    You get way more than you are paying for. Welcome to a home away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything the people, ambiance and culture. You get way more than you are paying for. Welcome to a home away from home. I am a hospitality teacher which means am very skeptical. They offer much more than is share on the site. I have extended my stay to another week. #Jamaican girl # enjoying it. Thank you all.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very friendly and helpful staff! Delicious breakfast included in the price. The atmosphere in the hostel was amazing. I would deffinitely recommend it!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2023

    10
    I definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very good experience

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2023

    10
    A place to return
    • Solo traveler
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Floating in the pool watching the birds circle above. Being remembered by the staff on my return and being welcomed like a family member Getting a step closer to my first tattoo

    Stayed in November 2023

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