Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4.0 star property
Upscale Belle Époque hotel, walk to Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
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Flat-screen TV
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Suite, 1 King Bed
Banquet hall
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • GymGymGym
The price is NZ$544
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May

Explore the area

Map
Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Popular LocationMetropolitan Cathedral of Panama1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCinta Costera14 min walk
  • Popular LocationAmador Causeway9 min drive
  • AirportPanama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)12 min drive

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Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
  • 43.29 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 22.47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 69.87 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 20.79 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 34.61 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Panama City

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

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk
  • Cinta Costera - 14 min walk
  • Amador Convention Center - 7 min drive
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 7 min drive
  • Amador Causeway - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 8 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 14 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tantalo Hotel / Kitchen / Roofbar - 3 min walk
  • El Santuario - 3 min walk
  • Nazca 21 - 2 min walk
  • Casablanca - 3 min walk
  • Mazorla Parrilla Argentina - 3 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 facial, a body scrub or a manicure/pedicure 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 luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellboy and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the first-rate property condition
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.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and electric kettles

Languages

English, Spanish

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)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 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

  • Free 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Entertainment

  • 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

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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 20.00 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 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

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Panamae
Central Hotel Panama City
Central Panama City
Central Hotel Panama
Central Panama

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 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo on 15 May 2024 start from NZ$544.09, 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 also within 10 minutes. Estación Lotería is 26 minutes by foot.

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DeWayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a perfect location to experience all of Casco Viejo. Staff was so helpful. Loved the live music in the evenings. Hotel is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely old hotel beautifully updated for modern travelers. Excellent service & amenities, great location in Casco Viejo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful hotel - our second time! Live music in lobby is beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building. Great location. Piano, violin & guitar music all day and night in the lobby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente service. All members of the staff and restaurants were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here at this beautiful property. The on site dining was pretty expensive, but ok if you are just staying one night. It's easier to walk and find more affordable food than eating at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

April, Huntsville

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were ALL professional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is awesome. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024