Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

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Located close to Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a hair salon and a library.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$366
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

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A hotel room with two beds, a headboard with a grid pattern, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room with 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a wooden headboard.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with multiple panels, bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a grey and white duvet, a red throw pillow, and a grey pillow with a logo. There is a tray with a teapot and cups on the bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed

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Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a TV and table.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Park view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a mirror reflecting the room.

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Casco Viejo, a neighbourhood in Panama City, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is in the entertainment district. Interoceanic Canal Museum and National Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Independence Square and Palacio de las Garzas. Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and Cinta Costera are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Panama City travel guide
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Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama

What's nearby

  • A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront.
    Cinta Costera
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Independence Square
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Theater
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • 5 de Mayo Station
    4 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station
    14 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bistro Central
    2 min walk
  • Kaandela
    1 min walk
  • Snack Shack
    3 min walk
  • Exilio Bar
    4 min walk
  • American Bazaar
    2 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

  • Upscale hotel near Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
  • Located close to Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a hair salon and a library.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a front desk safe
    • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
    • Concierge services, 5 meeting rooms and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff, first-rate property condition and location
  • Room features
  • All 135 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 10.70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Central

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,208 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Built in 1874
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 15.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 10.70 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo on 23 Sept 2026 start from NZ$366, including 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.

Is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Valet parking is available for USD 10.70 per night.

What time is check-in at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo located?

Located in Casco Viejo, this spa hotel is steps away from Independence Square, Interoceanic Canal Museum and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama. National Theater and Palacio de las Garzas are just steps away. 5 de Mayo Station is 20 minutes by foot and Lotería Station is 26 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 710 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1007 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved my stay! The staff was extremely helpful and the amenities were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, spacious and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Overall The hotel is in great location. Breakfast is excellent and amenities is good.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was amazing and the staff were so helpful and friendly. There was always live music in the lobby area and the location is ideal to walk around in Casco Viejo.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel was in a great location and breakfast was good. The hotel room was very small.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay very clean quiet room. Restaurant downstairs and plenty other ones in the area. Accommodated me on a early check in. I would definitely stay here again 100 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, great breakfast. Great air conditioning, small small pool. Great location. Friendly staff.. lots to do near by. Stairs and elevators
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the breakfast and the rooms were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Made you feel welcome accommodating in every way. Breakfast included was absolutely delicious. Valet parking full service for $10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast is superb, a must have. Attentive staff, perfect location. Rooms facing main square can receive street noise but dies down by 11pm (but you get the best view)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is a beautiful place, with a grand staircase. Its central location allows for easy access to other tour locations and to access transportation. There is a sense of calmness and safety.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located made all sightseeing possible on foot and with ease.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic hotel we stayed there for 5 nights with a group of 33 people celebrating my brother’s 50 th birthday. very central, you can walk to go shopping or eating and dining at the roof top restaurants in the hotel or around Casco. The cocktails at the bar delicious and the breakfast was great variety, food was fresh. I’d rate the hotel Uber from there quick and cheap…….,10/10 great experience. The staff was also nice and very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely loved our stay at the Central Hotel Panama! We were there celebrating my birthday, and it was the perfect place for a birthday weekend. The hotel is beautiful, the location is fantastic, and the staff was welcoming and attentive throughout our stay. We had a wonderful experience from beginning to end. It made an already special birthday weekend even better. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Ideal hotel to stay if you want to experience the rich history of Panama. Excellent service. Clean. Very polite and friendly staff. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel in the heart of Casco Viejo! The location was excellent, and the service throughout our stay was wonderful. Our room was very spacious, comfortable, and beautifully appointed. The hotel has several restaurants, and the food was excellent. We also really enjoyed the buffet breakfast, which had a great selection and was a wonderful way to start the day. There is live music at the hotel in the evenings, and although you can hear it from the rooms, it honestly didn’t bother us. After spending our days sightseeing and exploring Panama City, we were usually so exhausted that the music never interfered with our sleep. Overall, we had a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was very clean. The property was welcoming. The staff was super friendly. The air conditioner worked really well. Our family had an enjoyable stay at your hotel. Hotel was also very conveniently located to everythin, and we mean everything!!! Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is great !, Great food and service !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo was absolutely amazing! The old-world Central American architecture was charming and added so much character to the experience. The rooftop pool was glorious, offering the perfect place to relax and take in the surroundings. The staff was attentive, warm, and personable, making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout our stay. Breakfast was delicious and wonderfully varied, and each morning we enjoyed trying something new. Live music each day enhanced the atmosphere, adding another special touch to the charm and ambiance of this beautiful hotel. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning! 💜
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great experience, good location and beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were so helpful and friendly. Great location and atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026