Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4.0 star property
Belle Époque hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Creator video
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$537
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Room Deluxe

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Double Room Premium

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Suite Junior

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Jetted bath
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room -5 guests-

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6

Family Suite -5 guests- Junior

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6

Room Presidential

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Panama City

At Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo you'll be within steps of Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum. Highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The restaurant, La Central, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and steam room. 2208 square feet (205 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Casco Viejo hotel include Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and Palacio de las Garzas.

What's nearby

  • Independence Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 8 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 14 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kaandela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Nacional Sabores de Panamá - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Santuario - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Athanasiou - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Belle Époque hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
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 nearby 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 metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, 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.

  • 135 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2208 sq ft of conference space
  • 205 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1874
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
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 hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from 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

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 smoke detector and a security system
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo on 3 Jan 2026 start from AU$537.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Yep, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 10.70 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

The closest beach to Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is Veracruz Beach (4.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo have a pool?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

Is Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is a hit with families.

Does Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

No, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 681 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic breakfast, omelletes to order and the freshest Panamanian fruit. Barbara at reception is exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It normal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Cristina

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi in the room was terrible. Many, many times I tried but could not get it to work. Maintenance came multiple times, but they too had a hard time getting it to work.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

prakash

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred Inez

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY VIBETH ABAN SAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is so beautiful, the people are very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Calvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just an overall average experience. Nothing bad, nothing exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious clean nice. Very good breakfast Staff was super helpfull Live music in lobby was so great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

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

wonderful hotel for any type of stay

Great hotel in the middle of Casco Viejo. Beautiful hotel with very nice staff. Really close to a lot of things to visit and/or eat at. Highly recommend the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is beautiful and the service is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An exquisite home base for an exploration of Casco Viejo. VERY reasonably priced for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and functional with excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly and super helpful. Location was super convenient. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything was excellent except the spa, massages were terrible and the service was so bad…. The steam wan’t hot at all and the keep charging for the use.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, West Orange

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located for seeing Casco Viejo, and beautifully maintained as an historic building. Staff was absolutely accommodating and responsive to all requests (and we had a few!).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Berta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nunca me dieron atención . VIP
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

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

Didn't want to leave!

Do it, book book book! The hotel's location, staff, cleanliness and food/drinks were amazing! I cannot find one thing bad to stay! Money well spent, my friends and I are already planning to go back in a few months!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dukenson, Springfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the breakfast style and everything was near by the hotel. I didn’t like the early morning noise. It was just a little bit noisy. Not a big deal.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and in perfect location. On site staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025