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Hotel California Panama

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Avenida Balboa

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

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VIA ESPANA & CALLE 43, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Calle 50
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Classic Triple Room (Studio)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Bella Vista, Hotel California Panama is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. This 60-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Avenida Central - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Calle 50 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iglesia del Carmen - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

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

  • ‪Romero - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café Santé - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Avila Eco Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pío Pío - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pollo Veloz Mediterráneo - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel California Panama

Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Avenida Balboa
Guests of Hotel California Panama have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace.
23-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel California Panama?

Hotel California Panama offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel California Panama?

As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California Panama on Dec 11, 2025 start from $38.4, excluding 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 do near Hotel California Panama?

This hotel is situated in Bella Vista within a short 9-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and also 11 minutes on foot from Cinta Costera. You'll also find Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel California Panama?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel California Panama include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel California Panama doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel California Panama?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel California Panama?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include bay views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel California Panama?

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

Does Hotel California Panama feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel California Panama doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel California Panama allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel California Panama.

Does Hotel California Panama have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel California Panama?

The closest major airport to Hotel California Panama is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 3.7 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 9.5 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel California Panama?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel California Panama.

Hotel California Panama Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 85 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH, Costa Mesa

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

6/10 Okay

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

sylvia

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

10/10 Excellent

Tashika

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

10/10 Excellent

Tashika

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

8/10 Good

PETRUS

Business traveler, Traveled with family
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

2/10 Terrible

Tashika

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, honolulu

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

Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Jose, Panama

Business traveler
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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Richard R.

Traveled with group
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

Amy

Traveled with family
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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Royal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

justin h

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
best air conditioning ever. It blows directly across my body. Ive been sleeping like a baby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Hotel California.

Not a lovely place. Not a lovely place. I was woken up by the cleaners banging on my door like there was an evacuation even though I told the front desk not to disturb me. Then again I told them not to do that the next day, to two people. So they woke me up by calling me over again. The owner is so cheap that he is terrified of not getting paid so harasses the guests. Where would one go with 5 suitcases. The pool is jacuzzi size without the bubbles. The WiFi doesnt work. There are better places to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

carlos

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

good location for the price

Nice experience for the price, quiet area, got a tub in the balcony y a basic gym if you like to sweat a little nit more, close to metro station, just be careful crossing the streets, you need to calculate and take a run, if not , you stay there the whole day
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Samson

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

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