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Hostal La Cigarra

2.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$54
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Explore the area

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Av. Central, La Peatonal, Edificio 1398, Panama City, Provincia de Panamá
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Panama City

At Hostal La Cigarra you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Highlights at this hostal include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostal offers free WiFi in public areas, dry cleaning/laundry services and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Ana hostal include Albrook Shopping Mall and Multiplaza Pacific Mall.

What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cinta Costera - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Independence Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 8 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ceviches y Mariscos El Bote - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Coca Cola - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Selina Discoteca&La Barra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lazotea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mahalo Cocina y Jardin - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hostal La Cigarra

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Hostal La Cigarra also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Panama City hostal.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
Hostal La Cigarra offers 20 accommodations. This Panama City hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to midnight on request

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM

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
Cashless transactions are available
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hostal La Cigarra Hostal
Hostal La Cigarra Panama City
Hostal La Cigarra Hostal Panama City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostal La Cigarra?

Hostal La Cigarra offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal La Cigarra?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal La Cigarra on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$54, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Hostal La Cigarra?

The closest beach to Hostal La Cigarra is Farfan Beach (4.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostal La Cigarra?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - midnight on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostal La Cigarra?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hostal La Cigarra Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 66 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent room for short stay, cold showers, some staff not helpful, hotel ride to airport never came, decent area just not later at night
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Staff & service

Wouldn't return, mostly location reasons

The location is really dangerous, definitely don't arrive at night - we felt it was dangerous when we arrived at 7/8pm. The guy who checked us in was lovely and spoke very good English. The place didn't really look like the pictures, it was much more run down and a lot smaller. Easy to miss the entrance for the building too - there's a sign at the top so you know where it is.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

Great affordable option in Panamá City

This is a very nice little no-frills hotel, located on the pedestrian street near Plaza Santa Ana and just a few minutes’ walk from the Casco Viejo historic district. It was extremely low cost but also in good condition and very secure. The staff were helpful with getting a taxi and they let me store belongings there before checking in later in the day. All in all a very good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eldris

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location to walk around the casco! Street parking available for free! Prices are really affordable! Staff was really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ASHLIN

Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Staff & service
Helpful staff, secure, close to sights
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great budget place to stay. Friendly, clean, good location. Would be happy to stay again in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry, Barnstaple

Travelled with partner
A nice hostel very fairly priced, basic but clean and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Yoke

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Strategic location. Uncomfortable and sense 'passive-agressive' vibes. Extend my stay at another wonderful similarly priced hotel nearby, same location. Go there !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was convenient, room was minimalistic, but relatively clean and comfortable. Fine for the money. Things to note: no hot water and only outlet was near the ceiling - cant charge device like phone or computer like that! We did have a power outage and I had to pack in the dark though. Guy who checked me in was nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff easy checkin. Convenient area. Comfortable room and AC. Good WiFi No outlet to charge phone in room or hot shower water though
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Kyle

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too good to be true!

I was excited to discover a hostel that had a regular hotel room feel! $25/nt! Boy, was I wrong! There was only 1 bed. ✔️ An ensuite bathroom. ✔️ Close to the grocery store and near the night life. ✔️ But it was rundown and, while clean, the stains on everything left it feeling dirty. The room didn’t have a window. And my driver told me what areas not yo go to after dark. While I wasn't afraid or disgusted, it just wasn't for me. I checked out and found another hotel. Note to self: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joydip

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, minimalist, quiet one room priv bathroom on a pedestrian street, in busy, noisy, dirty old town Panama City. Uber can't drop you at the front door. A short walk through an alley with shops during the day, shuttered at night. Learn a little spanish!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jadid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As a Hostel close to Casco Viejo, La Cigarra is a good option. Very affordable and close to the amenities of Casco Viejo. It appears to be a family run business, they are very friendly and nice. It is a good place for backpackers. The location is not for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is good to sleep only. Nothing fancy. I have some mosquitoes in my room. And it's not that clean. Basically, you get what you pay for. Ever the guy receptionist is very helpful, even the lady at check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Nakia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower was horrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for a low price - very close to Casco Viejo and some very good restaurants. Staff were present, friendly, and helpful. My room had a very functional air conditioner, and a bathroom. The street outside is a brick-paved pedestrian-only shopping street, leading into Casco Viejo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anahi

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

Great accommodation at an affordable price

I had a great time at hostal la cigarra. It is located in the neighborhood of Santa Ana, just steps away from Casco Viejo. I was unsure of the location at first because I saw some sketchy areas around but in the end I felt really safe even as a female solo traveler. I even came back for another night after a trip to San Blas islands. It’s located on a pedestrian street across from a supermarket, next to a bakery and around the corner from a “feria” where there are all kinds of stalls of people selling beautiful stuff at a great price. I recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location; just a little walk to the old city
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is great for the price, area is a little crazy after dark, i stayed for 2 weeks and it worked just fine for me
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024