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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4.0 star property

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47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June

Explore the area

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Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Independence Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Interoceanic Canal Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room with 2 Queen Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room with 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Park view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Independence Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palacio de las Garzas - 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

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

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

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)
  • 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
  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 fire extinguisher, 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 fire extinguisher, 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 29 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo on 23 Jun 2026 start from NZ$320, 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 Farfan Beach (4.5 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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 701 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Much more than I expected. The front desk guy at check in answered all our questions and when we explained we were serious food people sent us to the best restaurant in town. We never ate anywhere else. Great location. More affordable and better than the surrounding “ blg deal” hotels. Stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice breakfast and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, beautiful hotel in the center of town. Service also very good and attentive. Amazing breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Isabel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is continental buffet and AMAZING. The fruit, the many options, the omelettes, truly delicious. The room was spotless, the location more than convenient to walk and explore Casco Viejo, the staff was very kind and helpful. The only downside is that the room we needed (family) was ready a bit after check in time (3:20 pm instead of 3 pm). I would stay again here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Great, quick and smooth check in. Concerige
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The employees were the best of all our hotels. They were so friendly. Super helpful booking reservations, guiding us where to go. The hotel is gorgeous. We felt like we were boarding the titanic with all the beautiful wooden stairs and piano playing! Loved all the live music. Every single employee was so friendly. Location is perfect for exploring the area. Didn’t eat the breakfast bc we were only here one day, but it looked and smelled delicious. Room was nice and clean, but one of the beds felt like the frame or box spring was broken bc my husband and I both rolled to the center! We ended up putting our kids in that bed and it was ok for them.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Localização excelente, com ótimo café da manhã.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Amy

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
The beds and bedding were bad. The duvet wasn’t clean, the pillows overstuffed and hard and the bed was squeaky. I’d say the beds were a 2 star hotel level.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful historic property situated on the main square of the historic zone. The rooms are comfortable and well maintained. Great food in all three restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great , the hotel is beautiful, staff was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet was fantastic!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Xenia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, central location, excellent breakfast and courteous staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

SeyedShahdad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
El hotel muy bonito, limpio y bien mantenido. Un poco ruidoso por estar en la plaza. Lo que nos molestó fué pagar 16 usd por una botella de agua nacional pequeña.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jozsef

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Shanit

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Armond

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room had no window to the outside it instead had a large window into an interior hall. Maid service was inconsistent. Breakfast was not a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stood here for two nights before embarking on a cruise out of Panama. This was a great location in Casco Viejo. It was centrally located. The hotel is quite nice in the staff are excellent. The room accommodations were very clean and spacious. They also have a pool on the top deck with great views. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Orville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, amenities and staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy check in. Unfortunately there was a wedding going on, leading to lots of noise and making having breaking or drinks not an option. The room was an upgrade ( paid for) with only a window onto an inside wall. A bit disappointing at 450$ a night .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Friendly staff. Access to a gym and rooftop pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The live music that played throughout the day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, clean and comfortable rooms. Great location to experience Casco Viejo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mads Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
spotless but small room, good service and good food. stayed by the pool each day, also the days we did not stay at this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tammy, Monterey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026