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The Balboa Inn

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An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and glass-top tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the interior.
A living room with wicker furniture, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with plants.
A garden with a concrete pathway, various plants, and a birdcage.
A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a tiled patio area.
A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Las Cruces 2311/A, Balboa, Panama City
  • Place, Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting of a bus on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting of a bus on the wall.

Family Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Balboa Inn

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a library. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Balboa Inn offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Panama City bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Balboa Inn. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Albrook Shopping Mall. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at Spañish bar
  • Self-serve breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, laundry facilities, and a terrace
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Albrook Shopping Mall and a few minutes from Avenida Balboa
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at The Balboa Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Panama City bed & breakfast is smoke free.

The bed & breakfast hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Spañish bar - This rooftop bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Spañish bar

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 13 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 self-serve breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and smart lock details. 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

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Balboa Inn Panama City
Balboa Panama City
The Balboa Hotel Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama/Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama/Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama City
The Balboa Inn Bed & breakfast
The Balboa Inn Bed & breakfast Panama City

The Balboa Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 151 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3rd time staying here and it's a gem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the quiet at night and the "nature" sounds in the morning from birds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, quiet convenient location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was extremely clean, the water was hot and the single staff was extraordinary.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property needs investment. NO SIGNs. Entrance????? Park?????, staff not at front. Asleep in the back. Woke her up. No restaurants near by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience! I met Oscar and Marian,wonderful professional staff. Marian She is very professional,helpful. She does the best to please guests and make them feel at home I appreciate everything they did while I was there I definitely would recommend them to families too. also I will miss her wonderful breakfast food options .The pool is beautiful and wonderful too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here for many years when I come to Panama.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here over the many years I’ve been coming to Panama.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless room; Maryann was incredibly helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Stay.! Will recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay, as usual. I've been staying here for many years.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lazaria

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind . I hate leaving bad reviews but there were ants in my room from the day I arrived intil I left . I didn’t complain because they were harmless sugar ants but they were everywhere . Not sure if it was because of previous guest
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Nice rooms, good AC, quiet neighborhood. I’ve been staying here for many years.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nils

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money at least in my case. In a very quiet and green residential area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great, friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Large flat panel television with no local or cable channels. It was connected to WiFi with only YouTube.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Martina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Okey place to sleep for the night if you need to be close to airport but not more than that.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a long layover and booked this hotel. unfortunatly it was close to the wrong airport which I didnt realize until too late. I went anyway. Lovely clean quiet spot. I missed breakfast but they made it for me. Helped me get a far cheaper ride back to PTY. Great location if you have a car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fredy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Confortable, clean, good service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool area and breakfast. In a residential area. Super close to Albrook airport, which is why we chose this place. Would stay here again, but stay longer to enjoy the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shella

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

A true hidden gem

We really enjoyed our stay. The staff are very friendly and the environment was very peaceful and refreshing. A true hidden gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022