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"Nice hotel a bit rundown like David.....but friendly staff... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 26 Aug 2015

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Hotel Description

Gran Hotel Nacional places you in the center of David, within just a 5-minute stroll of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park and within 20 minutes of Parque de las Madres. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and a casino.

BOHIO serves barbecue and is open for dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, and pool loungers. 2691 square feet (250 square meters) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business center. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle.

Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-star Barrio El Carmen hotel include Crown Casino and Parque Recreativo Omar Torrijos Herrera.

Deluxe Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$131* Per night/room 13 May - 14 May

Double Room with Two Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Suite, Poolside

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Junior Suite

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Deluxe Queen Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Gran Hotel Nacional ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.0 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Gran Hotel Nacional

Everyone (1)
3 out of 5

Nice hotel

Pros: Staff
Cons: Better Wifi
Location: Big Crown Casino across the street.....
Nice hotel a bit rundown like David.....but friendly staff...

Posted by , from Tasmania on 26 Aug. 2015

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Property Features

Gran Hotel Nacional offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2691 square feet (250 square meters) and includes conference space. A casino, a rooftop terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Gran Hotel Nacional. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free at scheduled times. Free self parking is available. This 3-star David hotel is smoke free.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2691 sq ft of conference space
  • 250 sq m of conference space
  • Casino
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

Gran Hotel Nacional offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary newspapers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This David hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator available
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

BOHIO - Overlooking the pool and garden, this bar specializes in barbecue and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Spa Services

  • Massages
  • Deep tissue massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 5:30 AM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Gran Hotel Nacional offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 9 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PAB 5.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for PAB 5.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gran Hotel Nacional

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Children stay free
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 9
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available

Fees

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 PAB 5–15 for adults, and PAB 5–15 for children
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: PAB 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: PAB 5.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 9 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.