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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
Creator video
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite -5 guests- Junior

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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 Palacio de las Garzas.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Avenida Balboa - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 1.0 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

  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Nacional Sabores de Panamá - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kaandela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Santuario - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Athanasiou - ‬3 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.

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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)

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
  • 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 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.

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.

Reviews

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly and super helpful. Location was super convenient. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything was excellent except the spa, massages were terrible and the service was so bad…. The steam wan’t hot at all and the keep charging for the use.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, West Orange

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located for seeing Casco Viejo, and beautifully maintained as an historic building. Staff was absolutely accommodating and responsive to all requests (and we had a few!).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Berta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nunca me dieron atención . VIP
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Didn't want to leave!

Do it, book book book! The hotel's location, staff, cleanliness and food/drinks were amazing! I cannot find one thing bad to stay! Money well spent, my friends and I are already planning to go back in a few months!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dukenson, Springfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the breakfast style and everything was near by the hotel. I didn’t like the early morning noise. It was just a little bit noisy. Not a big deal.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and in perfect location. On site staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pessa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luiz Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelent hotel

Excelent hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandr, wESTON

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Nice location. Receptive staff. Very nice breakfast. Rooms are basic. Appliances and fixtures are inconsistently working.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nuestra experiencia en el hotel fue excelente. Las instalaciones se mantienen impecablemente limpias y bien cuidadas, lo que hace que la estadía sea muy agradable. El personal es sumamente atento y gentil, siempre dispuesto a ayudar y hacer sentir a los huéspedes bienvenidos. Nos encantó la música en vivo que ofrecen, creando un ambiente relajado y acogedor. Además, la ubicación es perfecta: está muy cerca de los principales lugares turísticos, lo que facilita explorar la zona sin complicaciones. ¡Definitivamente volveríamos!
Nuestra experiencia en el hotel fue excelente. Las instalaciones se mantienen impecablemente limpias y bien cuidadas, lo que hace que la estadía sea muy agradable. El personal es sumamente atento y gentil, siempre dispuesto a ayudar y hacer sentir a
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel gave a Victorian feel. Staff was pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Priya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

eric

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
L’emplacement est parfait, très pratique pour visiter Panama City. L’hôtel est très beau. Mais pour le reste nous espérions de meilleures prestations. Petit déjeuner pas terrible. Pratique abusive : l’hôtel facture les petites bouteilles d’eau mises à disposition dans la chambre (même celles qui ne sont pas dans le frigo du mini bar). Sans informer le client. On s’attend à ce qu’un hotel de ce standing offre une bouteille d’eau dans la chambre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint architecture, well maintained, loved walking around Casco Viejo day and night!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely stay

My daughter and I really enjoyed our time at Central Hotel right in the middle of everything in Casco Viejo. Our waiter at the Bistro was excellent describing each of the Panamanian dishes on the menu and the local beers which was great because this was our first meal in the country. The front desk staff was always friendly and attentive but very poorly equipped to act on anything from that location. The answer was invariably to find the mythical gift shop elsewhere in the hotel. They did lend us a staff member's personal umbrella one evening though which was very nice. The beds were not to a high standard of comfort, but the rooms themselves were large and well-equipped and our room had a nice view out to the square. You can't opt in to breakfast at the hotel if you don't specify it at time of booking, but this was a blessing as there were amazing breakfast places in the neighborhood. Our room rate included a promotion of a free bottle of sparkling wine, but when we asked at the front desk about it, we were told we had to have it at the Bistro and then somehow get it taking off our bill. We gave that a miss. This is a very beautiful hotel in an amazing location with a lively bar area with music. The staff is always smiling and amazing. The only thing holding this property back is details.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025