Luxury hotels in Panama City

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Panama City. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Villa Palma Boutique Hotel Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Featuring a restaurant and bar, Hotel Boutique Villa Palma is located in Panama City. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s terrace. Free WiFi access is available. Each room at the hotel offers a flat-screen cable TV, desk and seating area. Private bathrooms include a bath or shower. A coffee machine is also provided. Villa Palma Boutique Hotel offers banquet facilities. Other amenities include laundry services and luggage storage. The hotel is 2.1 km from Metropolitan National Park, 2.8 km from Canal Museum of Panama and 2.9 km from Presidential Palace. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $154.

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• 2 Hotel La Compania, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Set in Panama City and with Bridge of the Americas reachable within 3.9 km, Hotel La Compania, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, nightclub and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hotel La Compania, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt every room includes bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte breakfast. Popular points of interest near Hotel La Compania, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt include Canal Museum of Panama, Presidential Palace and El Chorrillo. The nearest airport is Albrook "Marcos A. Gelabert" International Airport, 6 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $325.

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• 3 Gran Evenia Panamá Hotel Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in Panama City, 8.2 km from Bridge of the Americas, Gran Evenia Panamá Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a shared lounge and to a terrace. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. All units at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Every room is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms will provide you with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. All rooms include a wardrobe. Gran Evenia Panamá Hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Catalan and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Ancon Hill is 8.5 km from Gran Evenia Panamá Hotel, while Estadio Rommel Fernandez is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Albrook "Marcos A. Gelabert" International Airport, 9 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $117.

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• 4 JW Marriott Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located on Panama Bay, this 5-star hotel features a variety of on-site restaurants. Spacious modern rooms boast private balconies and ocean views. JW Marriott Panama offers you a getaway in the heart of the business area in Panama, where you will enjoy infinity pools with majestic views of the Panamanian Bay and large balconies where you can relax while enjoying your stay. Each room provides a 42-inch flat-screen HDTV with a CD/DVD player at the JW Marriott Panama. Marble floors, granite countertops and a deep soaking tub are also provided. Our luxurious hotel is also noted for being family-friendly. Do not forget to delight your palate while touring our diverse gastronomy and mixology in our 3 restaurants and bars with the exquisite dishes developed by our Executive Chef. JW Marriott Panama offers its guests the possibility to relax in the large pool and deck area which also offers waterfront dining. A full floor of designer shops is offered for guests. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $219.

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• 5 W Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Inspired by local art, fashion, culture and cuisine, W Panama offers 5-star accommodation in the business district in Panama City. This property boasts two restaurants, four bars and an outdoor pool. All rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms have a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while some rooms also boast a balcony and others offer city views. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, buffet and American options. The hotel offers a sun terrace and has a 24-hour front desk. An array of bars and restaurants in the vibrant Uruguay Street are found nearby. Bridge of the Americas is 6 km from W Panama, while Metropolitan National Park is 2.6 km from the property. Tocumen International Airport is 19 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $179.

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• 6 Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Panama City. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Seafood cuisine. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. Rooms have air conditioning, and some rooms at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City have a balcony. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or American options. The accommodation also provides a business centre and guests can use the fax machine and photocopier at Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Presidential Palace, Canal Museum of Panama and El Chorrillo. The nearest airport is Albrook "Marcos A. Gelabert" International Airport, 6 km from Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $332.

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• 7 The Santa Maria, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in Panama City, 3.5 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez, The Santa Maria, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a garden, the property also features a terrace, as well as a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Each room includes a coffee machine, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer city views. All guest rooms include a desk. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. At The Santa Maria, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, Steakhouse and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play mini-golf at the accommodation. Rod Carew National Stadium is 14 km from The Santa Maria, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City, while Bridge of the Americas is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Tocumen International Airport, 9 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $206.

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• 8 Bristol Panama, a Registry Collection Hotel Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Amid the financial district of Panamá, Bristol Panama, a Registry Collection Hotel has a spa centre and a sauna for guests to enjoy a massage, or they may use the fitness centre after a day’s work. Free WiFi is available. The soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms provide free toiletries, and feature state of the art electronics, like an iPod docking and flat-screen cable TV. Guests can ask for airport shuttle with an extra cost. The on-site restaurant serves gourmet Panamanian cuisine, while the lounge bar is specialized in the popular tapas. The hotel is equipped with laundry services, gardens and terraces, and room service. Member of Wyndham Hotels, Bristol Panama, a Registry Collection Hotel offers concierge services 24 hours a day, along with coffee and newspaper services delivered in your door. Guests at Bristol Panama, a Registry Collection Hotel will be able to find restaurants, bars and night entertainment in Uruguay Street, just 50 metres from the place. The Panama Channel and its museum are about 8 km of the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $158.

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• 9 Riu Plaza Panamá Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in the business district, Riu Plaza Panama offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. It features an outdoor pool with hot tub. The Santuario Nacional Corazón de María Church is just 300 metres away. Decorated with colourful flower motifs, each spacious room has flat-screen cable TV and a seating area. Free coffee is available on arrival. Some rooms have city views. The hotel also has the Sushi Lounge, Arts Restaurant, Studio 50, Capital Take Away and the Ibiza Lounge where you can enjoy drinks poolside. A gym and a conference room is available at Riu Plaza. Metropolitan National Park is 3 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $104.

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• 10 American Trade Hotel Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool, a gym, a restaurant and a jazz bar, the American Trade Hotel is located in the historic centre of Panama City. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Each stylish air-conditioned room offers flat-screen satellite TV, an iPod dock and a minibar. Some rooms have a balcony overlooking the street. Bathrooms come with a rain shower, hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. At the American Trade Hotel you will find indoor and outdoor banquet facilities, luggage storage and a dry cleaning service. The property offers free parking. The hotel is situated in the Casco Viejo district, within a 5-minute walk of Plaza Herrera Square, San Francisco Church and the Presidential Palace. Albrook Airport is 4 km away, while Tocumen International Airport is 25 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $304.

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• 11 Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Central Hotel Panama is set in the historic centre of Panama City, 200 metres from Presidential Palace. The hotel has a sauna and fitness centre, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Central Hotel Panama features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Canal Museum of Panama is 27 metres from Central Hotel Panama, while Maracana Stadium is 1.9 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $260.

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• 12 Hotel Las Americas Golden Tower Panamá Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Panama City. Located on the heart of Panama City’s commercial district and right across Paitilla Hospital, Hotel Las Américas Golden Tower Panamá offers an indoor heated pool and free WiFi access. The luxurious accommodations feature modern décor and are equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee maker and a safe. The bathrooms will provide a hairdryer and free toiletries. Hotel Las Américas Golden Tower Panamá also feature a complete spa with 3 massage cabins, Turkish bath and a sauna along with a salt-water pool for specialized massages and treatments. A fitness centre and on-site restaurant are also available for guests to enjoy. The hotel also offers meeting facilities and shops on site. Panamá’s Old Town is 5 km from the hotel; there, guests will find the Canal Museum of Panama 15 minutes’ drive away. Tocumen International Airport can be reached in a 25-minute drive. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $136.

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• 13 Intercontinental Miramar Panama, an IHG Hotel Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Intercontinental Miramar Panama offers its guests spa facilities with massage services, sauna and a fitness centre with certified instructors. Located 9 minutes’ drive from central Panama City, this hotel is ideal for business or pleasure. The fresh-decorated rooms and suites are air conditioned and offer ironing appliances, working desks and a coffee maker. Flat-screen cable TV, a mini bar and a hairdryer are also in-room amenities. The bathrooms are private, have bathtubs and provide free toiletries. The Bay View Restaurant is specialized in buffet services, organizes cultural nights and overlooks the marina. It serves typical Panamanian dishes, sea food, Spanish cuisine and features a wide variety of desserts. The Lobby Bar offers the guests a variety of drinks. Located between Balboa Avenue and Paseo Cinta Costera, Intercontinental Miramar Panama is 15 minutes’ drive from the Historic Centre and the Panama Channel Museum is 4.1 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $167.

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• 14 Waldorf Astoria Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Panama City. Centrally located in the business district in Panama City, The Waldorf Astoria Panama features a swimming pool, spa, gym and massages services. The accommodations offer modern-style décor, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, coffee maker and work desk. The bathrooms come with free toiletries, hairdryer and some with spa bath. This hotel features 2 restaurants; the Brio Brasserie serves French and American food; while the Ginger Sushi Bar & Lounge is specialized in sushi. A terrace, a pool bar and The Peacock Alley is also available and serves cocktails. Waldorf Astoria Panama is 50 metres from Balboa Avenue with its picturesque walking and bike path trailing along the Pacific Ocean. Tocumen International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $213.

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• 15 Hilton Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Panama City. Offering a restaurant, Hilton Panama is located in Panama City. Rooms at Hilton Panama will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and cable channels. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries. Some rooms have a sea view. At Hilton Panama you will find a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered include luggage storage. The hotel is 1.7 km from Canal Museum of Panama, 1.8 km from Presidential Palace and 3.0 km from Metropolitan National Park. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $159.

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• 16 Global Hotel Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre, Global Hotel Panama is located 10 minutes’ drive from Panama Old City Centre. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas. The rooms and suites offer a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a minibar. There is also a coffee machine, and featuring a shower, the private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy a sea view and a mountain view from all the rooms. Extras include an iPod dock, a seating area and a DVD player. At Global Hotel Panama you will find a restaurant, luggage storage and free parking. Guests can find theRey Supermarket 500 metres away and other restaurant options within 400 metres. The hotel is 2 km from Balboa Seafront Boulevard and 4.4 km from the Metropolitan Park. Tocumen International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $89.

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• 17 Radisson Hotel Panama Canal Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located right at the mouth of the Panama Canal, Radisson Hotel Panama Canal offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, gym and lush gardens. Free WiFi and free parking are provided. The stylish air-conditioned rooms at the Radisson Hotel Panama Canal offer views of the canal or gardens. Each room has flat-screen cable TV, a minibar and a safe, while bathrooms include a hairdryer. A daily breakfast buffet is served in the Bridge View Restaurant. The Cafe 1914 is open 24 hours and offers variety of pastry, salads and sandwiches. In The Lobby Bar you can enjoy drinks, beers and snacks. You can also visit on site TGI Fridays Restaurant for lunch and dinner. You can also find various local and international restaurants within a few minutes’ walk of the Radisson Hotel Panama Canal. The hotel is situated on the Amador Causeway, within 1 km of the Bridge of the Americas, Figali Convention Centre and the Balboa Arts and Crafts Market. Panama City’s old town is just 3 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $77.

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• 18 Sheraton Grand Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in Panamá City and in front of the Atlapa Convention Centre, Sheraton Grand Panama is a 10-minute drive away from Tocumen International Airport. It features an outdoor swimming pool and spa. Each attractive, air-conditioned room at the Sheraton Grand Panama has a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets at Cafe Bahia Restaurant, while the Crostini Grill & Snack Bar offers dining options with imported beef cuts and fresh seafood in an open kitchen, accompanied by refreshing drinks. Las Hadas Bakery is open 24 hours a day and there is also our Lobby Bar situated just down the hall from the hotel's main lobby. The Sheraton’s spa features a hot tub, steam bath and sauna, and treatments include massage and facials.The gym opens 24 hours and offers aerobics, pilates and dance classes for free. Sheraton Grand Panama features its own shops, a beauty salon and car rental desk. It is located within a 5-minute walk of bars and restaurants. There is also a business lounge with computers, internet access and printer. Multiplaza Shopping Mall located walking distance or 5 mins by car Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $157.

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• 19 Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino, Autograph Collection Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Located in central Panama City, Sortis Hotel Autograph Collection features an outdoor pool, a casino, a spa and a fitness centre. The stylish rooms and apartments offer city views. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning, a seating area, a coffee maker and cable TV. The modern bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Apartments also feature kitchen facilities. At Sortis Hotel Autograph Collection you will find a restaurant, meeting facilities and a tour desk. Plaza Obarrio Shopping Centre is just 400 metres away, while the seafront is 2.5 km away. You can reach the Metropolitan Natural Park and the Panama Canal within a 15-minute drive. Tocumen International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $128.

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• 20 The Westin Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Featuring modern-style décor and a roof-top garden with sun terrace and swimming pool, The Westin Panama is 3 km from Old Panama City and 5 minutes’ drive from Plaza Costa del Este Shopping Centre. The rooms and suites offer air conditioning, safety box, a desk, flat-screen cable TV, coffee maker and city views. The suites also include minibar, sofa, bath and a seating area. The restaurant at The Westin Panama serves international cuisine, and there is a coffee shop and room service as well. Guests can also use the on-site gym and spa treatments. A business centre and meeting facilities can be provided as well laundry service. The property is 25 minutes’ drive from Playa Bonita Beach and 9 km from Panama City Centre. Tocumen International Airport is a 25-minute drive away and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport is 16 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $183.

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• 21 Decapolis Hotel Panama City Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Panama City. A heated outdoor pool and gym are offered at this stylish Panama City hotel. Rooms offer free Wi-Fi and city or sea views. Decapolis Hotel Panama City has a chic modern design, including original Panamanian art. Each stylish, air-conditioned room comes with flat-screen cable TV, a coffee maker and minibar. The Radisson Decapolis is situated next to Multicentro Shopping Centre and the Majestic Casino, just 400 metres from Panama Bay. Free private parking is offered on site. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $72.

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• 22 Le Meridien Panama Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Panama City. Set overlooking Panama Bay, Le Meridien Panama features a spa and an outdoor swimming pool. It offers chic rooms with flat-screen TVs and sofas. Le Meridien Panama offers striking design and has a bright lobby with a glass atrium. Each room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Fusion cuisine is served in Latitudes Restaurant. There is also a lounge bar. The Panama’s spa features a hot tub and treatments on offer include massage. There is also a gym. Le Meridien is within 5 minutes’ drive of Pánama City’s Exhibition Centre and its port. Marcos A. Gelabert Airport is 9 km away. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $108.

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• 23 Natural Island Paradise, Saboga Lodge - Adults Only Panama City, Panama

  

  Hotel. Natural Island Paradise, Saboga Lodge - Adults Only features an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Panama City. The accommodation offers room service and a concierge service for guests. A à la carte, American or gluten-free breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $71.

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

  

  Hotel. El Panama by Faranda is strategically located in the heart of the city near the commercial financial and entertainment area. It offers a casino, fitness centre, outdoor pool and air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The rooms at Hotel El Panama features flat-screen cable TV. Each one has a private bathroom and coffee-maker, and some have views of the hotel pool. Ironing facilities are also found in each room. We are located within a 2 minutes walk from the Panama Metro Station that connects with the most important areas of the city. The on-site convention centre can accommodate an array of activities for up to 5,000 guests. The hotel has 3 international food restaurants that serve buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is also a Japanese and Barbecue restaurant. Tocumen Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel, and an airport shuttle service is available on request. You can walk to the coast in around 15 minutes. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around $89.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!