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The Saba Hotel

3.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Suite
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property – evening/night
Business centre

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Panama Internacional zone,Argentina Ave, facing Parque Andres Bello, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Via Espana
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Panama City

The Saba Hotel puts you in the centre of Panama City, 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Multiplaza Pacific Mall and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Albrook Shopping Mall. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Saba, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Bella Vista hotel include Via Espana and within 30 minutes you'll find Avenida Balboa.

What's nearby

  • Via Espana - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Crown Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Iglesia del Carmen - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Calle 50 - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Vía Argentina - 12 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 13 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Rana Dorada - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Central Taproom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Live Karaoke & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Armonica Shop-Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Saba Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Saba Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Art Deco Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Saba Hotel offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and first-run films. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 6.50 for adults and PAB 6.50 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Saba

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • First-run films
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: PAB 33
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: PAB 44
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Saba Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PAB 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately PAB 6.50 for adults and from PAB 6.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: PAB 40 per person (one way)
  • Early check-in fee: PAB 33 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: PAB 44 (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Hotel Saba
Saba Hotel
Saba Hotel Panama City
Saba Panama City
The Saba Hotel Hotel
The Saba Hotel Panama City
The Saba Hotel Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Saba Hotel?

The Saba Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Saba Hotel?

Yep, The Saba Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Saba Hotel?

The closest beach to The Saba Hotel is Farfan Beach (7.9 km).

What makes The Saba Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Saba Hotel.

Does The Saba Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Saba Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Saba Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Saba Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Saba Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Saba Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Saba Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 420 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a good location. Good hotel for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very small property, small rooms, no view, not a lot of light. No gym, mediocre bar. I wouldn’t stay again .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gente, local otimo, aconchegante, gostoso de ficar, pessoas Agradaveis, Gentis. Localizacao muito especial, perto de tudo. Quarto muito bom. Recomendo muito este hotel...foi uma grata e gostosa surpresa ficar lá, muito aconchegante!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as advertised !!! I will not stay again !! Sorry !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

P.

It is the worth experience ever. I was in my shower and the water stopped. I was not able to take my shower because no water. Avoid this hotel at any price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Pese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo fue bueno la habitación cómoda solo que le falta más iluminacion
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Many Restaurants around. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

JULIO

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice

Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel.

Good nice hotel. Good neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent. Location is also excellent. !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is very helpful. Rooms are clean and a central location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angelica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No servían las tomas de luz, la red de wifi deficiente, y no había agua caliente en la ducha
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The shower was difficult to use to get comfortable water flow and temperature. Also, small fridge ran intermittently and did not cool well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Small downtown hotel , five min walk to metro

Good stay. Clean and quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Would possibly stay here again

Really like the location. Stayed here on a previous trip and had a better room/experience that time. It's totally fine for the low price. I would probably stay here again provided price is still lower than other places.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, on a walking distance from various restaurants, metro stations and stores. I really recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shabby; Not Recomended

Wanted to give this hotel a try, as I was tired of the chain hotels. But the Saba hotel is not in good condition, lights didn’t work in the room, no hot water, shabby towels; overall not a pleasant stay. Next time I will pay an extra $5-10 dollars and stay at the Best Western Plus Panama Zen down the street—it’s much higher quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Mi opinion

Muy buen hotel si relacionamos calidad servicio y precio
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent!

Love the suite and the view!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quality lost somewhere over the years

Saba use to be our favorite go-to place but management has let the place go which is sad because everything else on Via Argentina has been updated into a beautiful place to visit. The room - dingy and dark. Room definitely could use a coat of paint or two. However, on a good note, the air conditioner was working very well. Breakfast is no longer included which is too bad as it might be an incentive to stay here. Too many good and reasonable restaurants outside of the establishment to pay $6.50 here. Front desk - we were asked to give our credit card so that they could put a hold on it in case we stole something which is odd since the room has nothing of value. At checkout, they make you wait as they actually send someone to the room to verify that you did not steal anything. This is the first time I've experienced this in Panama. As a professional reviewer, I can not recommend staying here unless drastic changes are made. I stayed at three hotels in PC this week and this was the worst of the three and beleive it or not, not the cheapest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, quiet and safe area, the room is very confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excelente hotel en via argentina! buen precio y buen servicio
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel in a spectacular area of Panama City.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Claude

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

Better than expected

it was all great. Only in room 104 the wifi had poor signal. Downstairs had a good signal. All 3 receptionists were very plaisants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness
El hotel es modesto, pero para ir a quedarse por compras está bien.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017