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Hostal Gemar - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Panama City with free parking

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Shared kitchen facilities
Triple Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Courtyard
Lobby
Shower, free toiletries, towels

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
El Ingenio, Ave de La Paz, Calle 74, Panama City, Panama, 1010
  • El Dorado Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Via Espana
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Business Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Quadruple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Bethania, Hostal Gemar - Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as El Dorado Mall and Templo Hindu. This 8-room hostel has 2 coffee shops/cafes along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • El Dorado Mall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Via Espana - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Vía Argentina - 7 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 16 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Martha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Grill 50 Restaurante & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rock Burger - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hostal Gemar - Hostel

Hostel in Panama City with free parking
Guests of Hostal Gemar - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for PAB 20 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Other amenities include free newspapers, desks, and free toiletries.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 300 m
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: PAB 5 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately PAB 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: PAB 20 per vehicle (one-way)

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
  • Check-in: noon
  • 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 airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hostal Gemar
Hostal Gemar Hostel
Hostal Gemar Hostel Panama City
Hostal Gemar Panama City
Hostal Gemar Panama/Panama City
Gemar Hostel Panama City
Hostal Gemar - Hostel Panama City
Hostal Gemar - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Bethania, close to Albrook Shopping Mall, Multiplaza Pacific Mall, and Via Espana. You'll also find Cinta Costera and Avenida Balboa within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hostal Gemar - Hostel include a casino?

No, Hostal Gemar - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and free Internet access as well as 2 cafés.

Are there hot tubs at Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hostal Gemar - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hostal Gemar - Hostel has 2 cafes, and serves continental breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge.

Will Hostal Gemar - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hostal Gemar - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Hostal Gemar - Hostel is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 5.2 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 11.4 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hostal Gemar - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Hostal Gemar - Hostel.

Hostal Gemar - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 51 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

MARIO

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

gloria

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miroslav, Silver Spring

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Johnathan

Posrian mejorar las recamaras un poco
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Disliked: Staff & service

Unhelpful

I needed a place to stay for an overnight layover, and the location is good. I was there for 15 hours. Problems began when I could not use my card to pay. I am in the country for a short period of time and have no desire to take out cash to pay for the room. I paid 75% of the price in dollars and offered the balance in currencies from neighbouring countries. This was refused and I was offered to go to another hotel where I could pay by card - I'm in the room as are my bags at this point. All ATMs nearby and not so nearby wanted to charge me 20% of the cost of the room as a fee so I was forced to take out hundreds of dollars to justify this fee - all to pay this ridiculous property $7! And it's 30 degrees in reception with no sir con while I have to deal with this ridiculousness.. Was this stay relaxing? No Could this have been avoided? Yes Would I return? No
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Faith

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es un lugar sencillo para pasar la nache pero no pasar el dia porque no tiene nada extra de lo que logre mirar. El personal muy atento y todo estaba limpio.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property, it was better than expected. Do your going to absolutely love it there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Darri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good, the ac I really enjoyed. The staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

JORGE, MIAMI, FLORIDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

IT IS A RUNDOWN HOSTAL, 14 ROOMS

NO HOT WATER, FINALLY THE LAST DAYS THEY FIX THE WATER HEATER, BROKEN GLASS ON WINDOWS, NO BREAKFAST OR FACILITIES TO GET A CUP OF COFFEE. THE A/C WAS SHUT DOWN EVERY 12 HOURS, NO DOOR ON CLOSET, NO NIGHT STAND LIGHT. NOWHERE TO OPEN THE LUGGAGE
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

adolfo, san salvador

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unhappy

I have never been so unhappy with this hotel I think Travelocity shouldn't be advertising this motels type no hot water one channel to watch TV the AC it's under a timer so as soon as you realize the AC has stopped working the parking area it's enough to fit three cars for the whole facility the hall way is dark and night so you literally to have a flashlight to be able to see where you going horrible experience
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

8/10 Good

lion

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

No wifi

Wifi is not working in the rooms i told them as others also but they neglige to fix it

8/10 Good

Vito, Waretown, NJ

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

Nice hostel in downtown Bethania section of Panama

Very clean basic hostel with individual room, WIFI, flat screen TV, and hot water shower. A communal kitchen with 2 refrigerators. Never missed a beer or food! Gerardo and his helper Bladimir were very friendly and helpful. Introduced me to a taxi driver to take me sightseeing. His prices were on par with commercial tours but with a personal touch.Close to a busy street, but the noise was not a problem. Drivers in Panama do not use turn signals that much, they have devised a system of communicating using the auto horn. Each rhythm of beeps speaks of what their intentions are. You will hear them until everyone is home for dinner. Basic knowledge of Spanish is a must, better if you know how to use Google translate!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have stayed in hostels before so I knew what to expect. It was a very great experience especially sitting with other guests in the morning...wish I could have spoken spanish!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed for three days was passing thru to David. Great and informative staff. Thank you .

10/10 Excellent

Vee, Houston, TX

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

If you need a safe, clean place to crash this is t

The staff speak mainly Spanish, but will work with you if you speak other languages to communicate with you. I arrived late and they were very understanding and helpful. My room was a double, and was very clean. There was no window in my room, but it did have air conditioning and a ceiling fan. It had all of the comforts of a three star hotel without the price! The staff assisted with coordinating my transportation to all my touring destinations. I was warned that they may not be able to keep my room while I was away touring the country, but it was still there when I came back and the staff cheerfully greeted me upon my return.They made sure I was always safe at all times. They made my trip fantastic!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

If you are just staying overnight for layover...

it is too far from the airport. It was clean but the water heater did not work when I finally arrived at night, so I had to ask them to heat up a pot of water so I could take a shower. They were very gracious and did it. If I were staying for several days and wanted a modest and clean hotel, I would pick this one.

2/10 Terrible

kay, hong kong

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

bad experience ever!!!

Don't go to this hostel!!! I went to panama from Hong Kong for vocation, the hosts and staff doesn't know English, couldn't communicate, every morning, other guests make noise so loud I can't even sleep, they turn off the lights all the time, its so creepy!! The worst experience is, I was going to check out early, they said they can't do the refund, so I leave the room with my luggage empty sometime, one day I was going back to take my thing, they rent my room to someone else without notify me!!!!!!! What is wrong with these people????? If u consider to rent this place, please think twice, the location is not really conviene at all, u either take taxi or u rent your own car, at night its quite danger, the room looks good in the photos, but it doesn't look the same in reality. Think twice, with this price, you can rent a better hotel in city!!!!!

8/10 Good

Gilberto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buena locación.

Bien gracias a Dios.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024