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Hotel California Panama

3.0 star property
Travelers find a tropical haven near Panama City's Cinta Costera, where refreshing dips in the seasonal outdoor pool complement cocktails at the inviting hotel bar

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Hotel California Panama offers an urban retreat near vibrant Via Espana. Guests can relax at the seasonal pool or explore the nearby Cinta Costera waterfront. Amenities include in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Triple Room (Studio) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room (Studio)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Panama City, Hotel California Panama is in the city centre. Avenida Balboa and Via Espana are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cinta Costera. Museum of Natural Science and National Institute of Culture are also worth visiting. Visit our Panama City travel guide
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VIA ESPANA & CALLE 43, Panama City, Panama

What's nearby

  • Old meets new
    Calle 50
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Panama City night skyline
    Avenida Balboa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The skyline at Panama City, Panama. There are some nice walkways along the waterfront.
    Cinta Costera
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Iglesia del Carmen
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Via Espana
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Santo Tomas Station
    7 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station
    13 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Santé
    9 min walk
  • Romero
    7 min walk
  • Hotel Avila Eco Inn
    8 min walk
  • The Panam's Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Utopía Taproom
    7 min walk

About this property

Hotel California Panama

Hotel near Avenida Balboa
Near Cinta Costera and Via Espana, Hotel California Panama provides a terrace, a bar and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • A lift, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All 60 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and soap
  • 23-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 23-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel California Panama Hotel
Hotel California Panama Panama City
Hotel California Panama Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel California Panama have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Hotel California Panama pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel California Panama?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel California Panama?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel California Panama?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel California Panama located?

Located in Bella Vista, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Central and Avenida Balboa. Cinta Costera and Via Espana are also within 15 minutes. Santo Tomas Station is 7 minutes by foot and Iglesia del Carmen Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel California Panama Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable enough for a business stay. Clean and friendly place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

This is a nice low cost hotel, friendly staff, walking distance to a 24 hour store, bakery, supermarket and a good taco place. WiFi worked fine, coffee in room.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Edwin

Very clean. Maybe a little oversold but comes at a very reasonable price. Good choice for a low budget traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
One of the workers at the desk was amazing and Can easily work at a five star hotel, great energy, the other girl a blonde girl should not have a job, horrible customer service looks lile she hated her Job, made it awkward going through the lobby. Cleaning service was good, left valuables out, nothing went missing. Area around the hotel is “OK” little super market across the street came in handy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Yamini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very conveniently located and within walking distance of Cinta Costera, Avenida Bulboa and public transport. Economical, affordable and very pleasant staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its is the centre of the city, and easy access to public transportation, shopping, just a 6 minutes drive to multi plaza and albrook mall.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very helpfull and friendly. They helped me at the reception many times.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tashika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not tell me any information or orientation especially accessing WiFi. I used my cellular data all throughout my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Amenities advertised were not available, restaurant and bar folded up
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Rose Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I had a refrigerator in my room. The restaurant was closed. It was very disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its pretty good. Overall quiet. One thing I didnt expect was to be asked for my room keys whenever I leave the hotel but I guess they have their reasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tashika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

PETRUS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is on the Via España which is a big plus and still only five minutes walk from the main stretch of the Via España popular with visitors and locals starting at Iglesia Carmen. It is also only two blocks from the Riba Smith supermarket, the highest-end local supermarket. The hotel is clean but rooms of the same price vary in what they offer, one we had had a fridge but no chair, another a chair but no fridge. This hotel is very good value for the money but the rooms are tiny and you need to bring an extension cord to get to the outlet in the smaller rooms behind one bed. Internet is quick but drops out a lot. You can get hotels for less money but you also get less and the locations worsen quickly. Be careful to check your online booking to ensure that you get the room you were promised. Overall? Great value for money if location is important and very good value for money in the $35-40 range for a room. Note they do not provide shampoo or conditioner or facial tissues.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service
No estuvo mal pero puede mejorar. La habitación asignada tenía olor a guardado pero estaba en orden. Tuvimos un percance con nuestra habitación pero se nos atendió rápidamente y nos asignaron otra, el staff muy amable. Lo otro es que había algún huésped cantando y con música alta pero parece que nadie le dijo que podía molestar a los demás. Fuera de eso camas cómodas y descanse algo.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENNYS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bueno
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tashika

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

bien por el precio

bien relacion calidad/ precio, un poquito ruidoso porque a la esquina de dos carreteras con mucho trafico. para desayunar hay una panaderia muy bien y muy barata en frente, con desayunos muy varias pero para cenar es el principal problema en los alrededores, no hay nada.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naralid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
El servicio de recepción y la limpieza de la habitación así como del Hotel. Lo que no me gustó fue que tuvieran el restaurante cerrado.

6/10 Okay

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OK for a budget hotel

The equipment in the "fitness center" did not work. Pool looked much bigger in the pictures.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos quedamos 2 noches y estuvo bueno para lo q pagamos . Son habitaciones normales para el costo del hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen hotel !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our family had a great stay at Hotel California. It was clean, in a good location, and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Hotel without California feeling

I feel indifferent about this hotel -Wifi unstable or not working and the air condition device was extremly loud. Bathrooms are nice though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022