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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4.0 star property
Belle Époque hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Bar (on property)
Suite, 1 King Bed
Exterior
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$447
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • National Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

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
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 69.87 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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About the area

Panama City

At Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo you'll be within steps of Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum. Highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The restaurant, La Central, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and steam room. 2208 square feet (205 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Casco Viejo hotel include Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and National Theater.

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cinta Costera - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Amador Causeway - 9 min drive - 5.2 km

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
  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casablanca - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Santuario - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mahalo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Belle Époque hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 2208 square feet (205 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 135 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2208 sq ft of conference space
  • 205 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1874
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offers 135 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

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 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

  • 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
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo on 2 Apr 2025 start from AU$447.46, 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 parking available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Yep, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 10.70 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

The closest beach to Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is Veracruz Beach (4.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a pool?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

Is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is a hit with families.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

No, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 843 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 843 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 843 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 843 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 843 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darline

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Casco Viejo. If I had to recommend one thing, the shower did not have a door and the bathroom pretty much flooded every time you showered. Very inconvenient and a bear to dry it all up. Waste of clean towels.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ambiance is superb along with the helpful and courteous staff. We were right in the heart of Casco Viejo and spent the day walking the streets and seeing the many refurbished buildings. We are at nearby restaurants Pisco and Mariano that was notable for its Peruvian cuisine. The hotel breakfast buffet had a great selection of delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shubhabrata

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central Hotel Panama is situated in the beautiful and historic Casco Viejo area. The hotel is situated in a great location with quick walks to many cathedrals, plazas, monuments, shopping, and gorgeous vistas of the Bay and the city. The hotel arranged airport transportation and tours. The restaurants served various menu options, and the food was good. The staff was friendly and attentive. Overall a great experience and would like to stay again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Eunico Louie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location: Situated on Plaza de la Independencia, the hotel provides easy access to Casco Viejo's vibrant cultural scene, nightlife, and historic landmarks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Parag

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property that is centrally located. Great restaurants around hotel. Had live music everyday but it was till about 11pm. We could hear from our room…wish it would have ended a little sooner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in historic old town
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

blaise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel staff were not very helpful and any taxi services they provided was expensive. Benefits came with caveats so we didn’t use any of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

chenelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Friendly staff and confortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is centrally located with numerous restaurants in close proximity, numerous historic buildings and museums and all in all its a great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The roof top pool is absolutely beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Beautiful historic hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sarah montani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the Center of Casco Viejo. You can easily walk around this area. Front desk is very helpful and kind. Most of the staff spoke good English. The room was standard, but needed a comfortable chair to lounge .Beds were comfy. Coffee is the room did not have sugar or cream. You.had to special order these. Hotel food was okay,but not worth the price. Lots of really good,less expensive places close to hotel. Location and staff were wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!! Highly recommend. Staff was very accommodating and Premium Room was very comfortable and the king size bed was incredibly comfortable. Our room was on the Central Square and you can hear the church bell and sometimes music but earplugs can fix that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Leonor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel needs more entertainment, they should also have a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is beautiful and historic. Room was updated and clean. Great safe location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rena Doreen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not have asked for a better staff. They were the most polite, helpful, considerate and understanding folks. They actually treat everyone like royalty. Transportation was always readily available if needed, and dining and shopping was at your finger tip. My only draw back was the masseuse at the hotel spa, not very friendly and didn’t even say welcome or thank you. We also wanted something with a balcony, but we did not read up on it that family rooms did not have one, only for singles or couples. Overall, we would definitely stay there again.🤑💓👍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024