El Cangrejo Travel Guide

Panama City

Photo by Garrett Britton
Photo by Garrett Britton

Popular places to visit

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

4.5/5(8 reviews)

During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Multiplaza Pacific Mall
Cinta Costera

Cinta Costera

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cinta Costera
Avenida Balboa

Avenida Balboa

3.5/5(9 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Avenida Balboa
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Panama

Miraflores Locks

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the shops and casinos in this vibrant area.

Miraflores Locks
Calle 50

Calle 50

You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Calle 50

Things to do

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

฿4,732
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest
Taste and learn all about some of the most expensive coffee in the world.

Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo

฿2,595
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo
Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience

Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience

฿1,460
per adult
Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience
Slingshot Tour Panama

Slingshot Tour Panama

฿3,806
per adult
Slingshot Tour Panama
Day Tour

Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands

฿4,834
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

฿1,041
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
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Top hotels in El Cangrejo

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

4 out of 5
Calle Augusto Samuel Boyd y Calle Eusebi, Panama City
The price is ฿2,594 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿2,594
฿2,854 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa B&B in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
"I liked the hotel. It came with free breakfast. The room was clean and comfortable, also the mattress was very comfortable. The only things I didn't like were the shower drained VERY, VERY slowly and we had to repeatedly request washcloths and toilet paper. Otherwise, it was a good stay."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Principe Hotel and Suites

Principe Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
Via Argentina, Panama City, Panama
The price is ฿1,895 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿1,895
฿2,084 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,401 reviews)
"I had a great stay, the only thing is the room needs a mini fridge and a microwave."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Principe Hotel and Suites
Novotel Panama City

Novotel Panama City

4 out of 5
Calle Jose I. Fabrega y Thais de Pons, El Cangre, Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama
The price is ฿3,061 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,061
฿3,367 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel kind staff clean room"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Novotel Panama City
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

3.5 out of 5
Via Veneto, El Cangrejo Bellavista, Panama City, Panama
The price is ฿2,799 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿2,799
฿3,078 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"satisfied with everything"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Riande Urban Hotel

Riande Urban Hotel

3.5 out of 5
El Cangrejo; Calle Eusebio A, Morales, Panama City, Panama
The price is ฿2,354 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,354
฿2,589 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Highly recommended, the property is very nice, the rooms are comfortable and the staff is really friendly. Here's a tip no one asked: Try the Panamanian pineapple, is the best pineapple in the whole world !"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Riande Urban Hotel
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina, Corregimiento El Cangrejo, Panama City, Panama
The price is ฿2,508 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,508
฿2,759 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (887 reviews)
"Good customer service ."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo

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Bella Vista

Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

Bella Vista
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Campo Alegre

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.

Campo Alegre
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Obarrio

Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.

Obarrio
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Marbella

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.

Marbella
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Punta Paitilla

Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.

Punta Paitilla
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Bethania

Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bethania

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