Costa del Este Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorámica de Cuidad de panamá, con vista a Corredor Sur y Costa del Este, día soleado
Panorámica de Cuidad de panamá, con vista a Corredor Sur y Costa del Este, día soleado
Panama City is the national capital of Panama, as well as the provincial capital of the Panama Province, and largest city of Panama. It is the most modern city not only in Panama, but the rest of Central America. Panama City has been a incredibly popular tourist and retirement destination, particularly for U.S. and Canadian citizens, due to city prices being incredibly cheap compared to most other places. Recently, Panama City has been given the unofficial title of The Dubai of Latin America, due to the recent rapid influx of skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, and increasing number of wealthy people in the city.

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Ruins of Old Panama City

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Our pick of the best Costa del Este Hotel Deals

Arcadia Condo Suites

Arcadia Condo Suites

2.5 out of 5
Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province
The price is NZ$227 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
NZ$227
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
Suite was very spacious, nicely furnished, and well equipped. Room was quiet. Vews were spectacular. Appliances were all new and in top quality condition. I'd rate 4.5 out of 5 if I could, only because the master bathroom could have had more attention by property management before my occupancy but ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Arcadia Condo Suites
The Westin Panama

The Westin Panama

4 out of 5
La Rotonda Street, Costa del Este Panama City Panama
The price is NZ$406 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$406
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews)
Very nice rooms and good service

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Westin Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is NZ$220 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$220
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,969 reviews)
Rooms had a slight odor but we got use to it.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Via Espana 111 Panama City Panama
The price is NZ$197 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$197
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
The service was not very good, and the facilities (the pool was full of mold and dirty) and the rooms were dusty and smelled damp. Honestly, it has really declined a lot. The food wasn’t very good either; it’s not like it used to be.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
The price is NZ$225 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$225
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,424 reviews)
Room musty , one small Bottle of water in the room for 2 people . We would have had to wait 40 min at 8:30pm for " free shuttle" On departure day, Hotel shuttle only runs 1 each hiur even in morning when many people trying to catch flights .

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Sheraton Grand Panama

Sheraton Grand Panama

4 out of 5
Via Israel And 77th Street Panama City Panama
The price is NZ$244 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
NZ$244
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The bed was comfortable and the room quiet. We stayed 4 nights so it would have been nice if the tea and coffee had been replenished during our stay. Also some towels were not always provided ( bath mats, face cloths)

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Sheraton Grand Panama
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Other neighbourhoods around Costa del Este

Fascination for obelisks

Parque Lefevre

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parque Lefevre. You might want to make time for a stop at Panama Viejo or National Craft Market.

Parque Lefevre
modern skyline of downtown Panama City   - skyscraper building  aerial -

Juan Diaz

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Juan Diaz. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Pueblos Commercial Center or Estadio Rommel Fernandez.

Juan Diaz
The Bridge of the Americas in summer, Panama City

San Francisco

San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

San Francisco
Panama, Panama City

Punta Pacifica

Notable for its seaside views, restaurants and casinos, Punta Pacifica is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Panama City. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Multiplaza Pacific Mall or Avenida Balboa.

Punta Pacifica
A random proposal

Don Bosco

Though Don Bosco may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Los Pueblos Commercial Center and Metromall Panama.

Don Bosco
Aerial cityscape skyline of Panama City

Obarrio

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.

Obarrio


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