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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Terrace/patio
47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Luxury
VIP Access
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Historic elegance in Casco Viejo

Beautifully restored with old-world charm, this elegant hotel in Casco Viejo offers a prime location near historic landmarks and vibrant dining spots. Enjoy spacious king suites, a rooftop pool, complimentary massages, and live music in the stylish lobby.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Interoceanic Canal Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members
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Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Resort view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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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

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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

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About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
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 hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a steam room, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Independence Square. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and a full-service spa.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include 3 restaurants, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to facials, body scrubs, or massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and a steam room
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum
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 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 meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
La Central - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

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 cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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: approximately USD 25 for adults and 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1011 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Location great. Room was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, and a perfect location on the square
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Celeste

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hordur

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MONA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, lovely facility, v friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Leng

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jorge Rolando

The hotel is not in great condition and housekeeping has to improve dramatically. The staff is not friendly at all, specially the front desk personnel. There are other much better alternatives in Casco Viejo at similar prices.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, staff were courteous. Breakfast was great and location, the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and nice terrace & pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kimberly, Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sean Derick

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Manuel

I was double charged for my stay at Central Hotel Panama on an Expedia pre-paid reservation. The hotel mistakenly charged my card again for the stay, which the front desk acknowledged and confirmed was an error. It has now been over two weeks since the charge, and the refund has still not been processed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025