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Magnolia Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Panama City, 10-minute walk to Avenida Balboa

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Living area
Reception
Reception
Front of property
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan

Explore the area

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8-18 Calle 8 y Calle Boquete, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Interoceanic Canal Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds (External Bathroom)

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds (External Bathroom)

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds (External Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Detached private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ground Floor

Standard Quadruple Room, Ground Floor

Standard Quadruple Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Panama City

At Magnolia Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Casco Viejo hotel include Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway.

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 6 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lo Que Hay - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tantalo Hotel / Kitchen / Roofbar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SISU Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sama Sky Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Magnolia Inn

Hotel in Panama City, 10-minute walk to Avenida Balboa
Magnolia Inn offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Magnolia Inn also features express check-out, a front desk safe, and a microwave in a common area.

This Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Magnolia Inn offers 14 accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 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
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Magnolia Inn

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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: PAB 40 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
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.

We should mention

  • 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

Magnolia Inn Panama City
Magnolia Panama City
Magnolia Inn Panama/Panama City
Magnolia Inn Hotel
Magnolia Inn Panama City
Magnolia Inn Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Magnolia Inn?

Magnolia Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Magnolia Inn?

As of 11 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnolia Inn on 12 Jan 2026 start from NZ$171.58, 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 Magnolia Inn?

The closest beach to Magnolia Inn is Veracruz Beach (4.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Magnolia Inn?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Magnolia Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Magnolia Inn?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Magnolia Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 424 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 424 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 424 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 424 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 424 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Oleg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The staff was incredible. Rooms are tiny with very little storage area. Great airconditioner
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ernesto

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Skip this hotel

Hotel was just okay. Would I stay here again probably not. No up keep, not the cleanest of hotels. Sand in our sheets making me believe sheets were not changed. Old used coffee filters in coffee machine with no new coffee to use, room was on 3rd floor no elevators in case you are traveling with people with disabilities. Did have some views. Again was just ok, more like a fancy hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

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

Perfect spot

From the moment i stepped inside the staff greeted me with open arms. Because I arrived early I stored my bags while I headed out for an early lunch and a drink. The location was great. One corner of the block offered a wine bar, the other corner a brewery, and right next door to that another great restaurant/bar. Two blocks beyond that there was a mini mart two minutes beyond that the laundromat .Made a few stops in the story and it had everything I needed to make my week long stay a bit more comfortable. I was on a side street so hearing any cars or people wasnt any issue. Location was the best. Walking distance from plenty of dining options and sites.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Oscar

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. There were cockroaches in the room, and it was not very clean. With some updates and cleaning, it could be a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexis

Good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

John, Denver

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I left early. Really not very well designed or appointed. Loud AC, too many stairs hauling bags, cheap bed and furniture. Would not recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Damo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very good, clean and better than expected. What was not good - The airport to hotel taxi arrangement was messed up. Taxi was sent to Terminal 1 even though my flight details were provided and landed in Terminal 2. Taxi company tried to contact the taxi driver. I tried to contact the taxi driver too but no response. Finally, after an hours wait, the taxi company apologized and asked me to catch an Uber.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Arup

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is in a good location with lots of dinning options. There is no elevator so you have to take the stairs. The bathroom light was flickering and the hallway light was not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

thyago, coconut creek

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love old buildings that have interesting architecture, arched doorways, stone stairwells, etc. the Inn has a lovely common room area with kitchen facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Randall Emerson, Basingstoke

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So this is a budget property. Does what it says on the tin. A/c in room is fine - bed comfy - rooms small - bathroom even smaller. Like most of Casco no lifts to rooms. But for overnight - great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lokaranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff Adrian , abhay and other are very helpful .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The power went out in the building for hours. The toilet wouldn’t flush, the a/c wouldn’t work and there was no light. I chose to stay at another hotel and they refused to refund me the night stay despite the condition of the property. Expedia was of no help and made promise to help but never came through.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

6/10 Okay

Rachael

While staff and entry are nice, rooms are run down and mattress is of very poor quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The first room we were in on first floor we could not sleep as the neighbors were playing loud music in the street. The front desk stated this occurs all the time and all they can do is call the police. They did this many times over 3 days. We liked the first floor room as the bathroom was in the room too. But could not stand the noise. When we came back at end of week we were on 3rd floor. There is no elevator so let’s just say our legs got a workout. Javier was amazing and brought our biggest luggage up for us. The bedroom was nice but the bathroom was accross the hall. Tiny hot bathroom as no air conditioning in it and the shower was strange with a wood slat floor. The maids came up there to get stored linens and were noisy. One maid walked into our room even though a do not disturb sign was on door. I slipped on the floors in kitchen as it was just mopped but no sign put up to let me know. I will say the staff there were incredible. They make up for any shortcomings for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lugar muy bueno para el precio pagado. Ubicado en el centro del casco histórico, rodeado de restaurantes y las principales atracciones. El staff muy amable y siempre dispuesto a ayudar. Tiene la opción de tours gratis (basado en propinas) a pie en la parte del centro, lo cual sirve de mucha ayuda para conocer la zona y la historia. Sin dudas lo recomiendo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi, The Colony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel with a perfect location to explore the Casco Viejo and the city. It was very clean and the staff was very nice! Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, great location. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlon, San Rafael de Alajuela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Magnolia Inn es un Hostal con solo algunas habitaciones individuales con baño privado, pero su línea de servicio es la de un Hostal, si espera un hotel formal con todos los servicios que un hotel provee (Servicio Diario de limpieza, amenidades en la habitación, desayuno, etc) este lugar no es para usted. El personal es agridulce, la mayoría muy atento, pero algunos tienen cualidades limitadas de servicio al cliente. El edificio es hermoso, bien ambientado en general, en una zona muy bien ubicada en el casco viejo detrás de la catedral, No hay ascensor, y las habitaciones individuales están en el 4to piso por lo que debe ir preparado para subir 70 escalones cada vez que entre.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rolando Aaron de la

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place itself is nice enough. But our room ran out of hot water and they could not fix it until next day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025