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Gran Hotel Nacional

Property class: 3

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A hotel with a prominent archway labeled "HOTEL NACIONAL" and a well-lit entrance.
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a bar area with a brick counter, and a ceiling fan.
A restaurant with a neon sign that reads "It's Villa's Time." There are several metal chairs with orange cushions and a brick wall in the background.
A nighttime pool area with a covered seating area and a reflection in the water.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative light fixture.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1 Calle Central Ave., Central Provincia De Chiriqui, David, Chiriqui
  • Place, Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Parque de las Madres
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Parque Recreativo Omar Torrijos Herrera
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Junior Suite

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a dresser, and a mirror.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the pool area.

Deluxe Suite, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Double Room with Two Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

David

Located in Barrio El Carmen within a 5-minute walk of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park, Gran Hotel Nacional is within a mile (2 km) of Crown Casino. This 119-room, 3-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with a full-service spa, a casino, and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Crown Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Parque de las Madres - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Parque Recreativo Omar Torrijos Herrera - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Plaza El Terronal - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Puerta del Sol - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Fogón - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pío Pío - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Boca Chica - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cosechas - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Gran Hotel Nacional

Guests of Gran Hotel Nacional have access to a full-service spa, a casino, and an outdoor pool. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle at scheduled times. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and a rooftop terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Free newspapers, safes, and phones are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 8 to 15 for adults and PAB 8 to 15 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • BOHIO

Things to do

  • 18 gaming tables
  • 500 slot machines
  • Casino (32,292 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,691 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PAB 8 to 15 for adults, and PAB 8 to 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.
Property Registration Number 42865-0019-289565

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Gran Hotel Nacional
Gran Hotel Nacional David
Gran Nacional
Gran Nacional David
Gran Hotel Nacional Panama/David
Gran Hotel David
Gran Hotel Nacional Hotel
Gran Hotel Nacional David
Gran Hotel Nacional Hotel David

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Gran Hotel Nacional?

Gran Hotel Nacional offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Gran Hotel Nacional?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gran Hotel Nacional on Oct 4, 2026 start from $94, 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.

What's there to see near Gran Hotel Nacional?

This hotel is situated in Barrio El Carmen within a short 4-minute walk of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Parque de las Madres. You'll also find Parque Recreativo Omar Torrijos Herrera and Crown Casino less than a mile away.

Is a spa located at Gran Hotel Nacional?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages.

Does Gran Hotel Nacional include a casino?

Yes, Gran Hotel Nacional has a casino that's 32292 square feet and includes 18 gaming tables, 500 slot machines, and a VIP room.

Is there an indoor pool at Gran Hotel Nacional?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Does Gran Hotel Nacional have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Gran Hotel Nacional has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Gran Hotel Nacional allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Gran Hotel Nacional.

What is the closest airport to Gran Hotel Nacional?

The closest major airport to Gran Hotel Nacional is David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.), which is 3.1 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Does Gran Hotel Nacional host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Gran Hotel Nacional if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Gran Hotel Nacional Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 558 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 558 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 558 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 558 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 558 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Staff was exceptionally helpful with a personal emergency that had a positive outcome. Loved the nostalgic feel the property had. Room and beds were very comfortable. They have three restuarants to choose from in the heart of David (breakfast included) I would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, clean restaurants on site pool all good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel provides authentic charm and history. Very clean, nicely kept, with a very friendly staff. Pool was very refreshing and breakfast fresh and hot - bring an appetite. Stayed once, came back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Towels were fresh. Front desk was helpful. Pool was awesome and large. Beds were comfy and room was well decorated and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place , to stay in David
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large room with direct access to the pool, close to the center and bus station. Breakfast service was excellent, we got eggs made to order.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice with the rooms with the terraces!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great. I liked the pool and the pizza from the Italian restaurant was tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Throughly enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best under rated 3 star hotel. Beautiful old historic hotel, immaculately maintained. Nice pool, gardens, large exercise room. Hotel room large spacious and very clean. Loved this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check-in were great, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Jose at the front desk was wonderful!!! Very helpful! Nice size room and very clean! Breakfast was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, and good food too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. Our room was clean and breakfast was good. Pool and pool area were quiet and relaxing. We had no hot water and we were supposed to have a ‘terrace’ but our room just had a window.
Loved the artwork on display!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean lots if choices. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location was good. pool as clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was always very attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy beds and clean pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful and quiet place, the staff was nice. Breakfast good, pool good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Would stay here agsin
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. I recommend it highly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great gym and pool and staff were all very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved the outdoor pool ,bar & dining area the food was delicious & reasonably priced . The Italian restaurant was reasonably priced The staff were helpful & friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024