Hotel El Parador

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Eusebio Morales Ave, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Via Espana
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Iglesia del Carmen
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Bella Vista within a 5-minute walk of Via Espana, Hotel El Parador is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Avenida Balboa. This 3-star hotel has 65 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Via Espana - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Iglesia del Carmen - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Calle 50 - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 5 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 13 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tryp Panamá Centro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Torres De Alba Hotel & Suites - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Don Lee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Jardín Vegetariano - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aquelarre Taproom - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Parador

Guests of Hotel El Parador enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a computer station. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 30 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Safes, phones, and free toiletries are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8 AM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
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); 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 8 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 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

El Parador Panama City
Hotel El Parador
Hotel El Parador Panama City
Hotel El Parador Panama/Panama City
Hotel El Parador Hotel
Hotel El Parador Panama City
Hotel El Parador Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel El Parador?

Hotel El Parador provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Hotel El Parador?

This hotel is situated in Bella Vista within a short 3-minute walk of Via Espana and also 18 minutes on foot from Avenida Balboa. You'll also find Albrook Shopping Mall and Cinta Costera within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel El Parador?

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

Does Hotel El Parador have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel El Parador doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel El Parador?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel El Parador?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Hotel El Parador have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel El Parador feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel El Parador serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel El Parador allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel El Parador.

Does Hotel El Parador have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel El Parador?

The closest major airport to Hotel El Parador is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 4.1 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 10 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel El Parador?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel El Parador.

Hotel El Parador Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 353 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Maritza C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Publicidad Engañosa

No reunía los requerimientos para una señora mayor, como son los baños, el deterioro del mobiliario, me sentía incómoda, el restaurante no tenía un menú variado y nutritivo. Debo calificar este alojamiento como cita de ocasión.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

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

Good location, hot breakfast, clean room.

The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Another plus is it had hot water which is not always the case. The only light was in the entry therefore the room was too dark to read. A lamp next to the bed would have fixed this. It didn't ruin our stay. Perfect location and it was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, walkable convenient to subway station & urban resources.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to connect to the WiFi. The hall phone sounds very loud since early in the morning. The location is excellent, very centric.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Osmel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me gustó mucho en la zona donde se encuentra el hotel , muy bonita
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Nothing good to see and customer service was awful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property needs an urgent renovation, smells bad on the room. The metal items on the bath all was with oxide.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le ppersonnel de l accueil tres sympa et serviable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Zsuzsanna

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

Goood.

Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

CARLOS ENRIQUE

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

Hotel bien ubicado

excelente atencion en la recepcion y rapido, excelente ubicacion, cerca del metro, el desayuno deficiente
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Lourdes

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

Un Hotel sin Internet en estos días es inaceptable

Todo bien excepto por el Internet. Es increíble que en plena ciudad no puedas tener servicio. Es un atraso grande cuando necesitas algo tan básico y simplemente te dicen que tienen problemas de cobertura y ya. No resuelven nada. De haberlo sabido no lo hubiese elegido.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was very basic but fine for the price. The Hotel's best feature is its pool. Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
noting was unique. Every thing was ok until I got into the room, I went to use the bathroom and when I tried to take toilet paper, there was non, I was lucky I had a couple of napkins in my pocket, I went to the reception to ask for some and they sent a big roll, I could not put it in the dispenser and they did not do it, it was around the bathroom for the seven days, they did not provide with a single cup, plastic or glass, the room is very dark at night, if you are at bed and need to read any thing, you can not because they do not have night table lamp. This is getting too long and there are more things to say. The trip was great, the transfer from the airport to the hotel and back was perfect, only the room and the restaurant are not to the standard.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property needs lots of work very poor condition the staff is nice but the rooms discusting
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

James

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

A nice clean old hotel.

Hotrl Parador is a nice older hotel. It is convenient to Dubway and bus routes. There are many different restaurants and bars nearby. The hotel has a decent restaurant but I ate most of my meals outside. The room was a 3rd floor with a small balcony. The doors had gaps at top and bottom but they were secure. Their entire staff was very friendly and helpful. My Spanish was pretty poor but we were able to arrange whatever I needed. Local tours, airport transportation, places to go. I will return to Parador for my next visit.
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Average hotel in Obarrio

Internet didn't work, elevator seemed like it hadn't worked for some time and these things were ok, but not handled or explained well enough by the receptionist.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

I liked the location of the property, my last 3nights the elevator did not work, had to carry luggage down the staircase.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

milciades

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

Horrible

ES UN FRAUDE TOTAL, LAS FOTOS QUE APARECEN EN LA PAGINA CON RESPECTO A LAS HABITACIONES NO CORRESPONDE CON LO OFRECIDO. TENIA UNA RESERVACIÓN PARA DOS ADULTOS TRES NIÑOS YA ESTABA PAGA Y AL MOMENTO DE REGISTRARME ME INFORMARON QUE NO HABÍA DISPONIBILIDAD, NOS OFRECIERON UNA HABITACIÓN CON TRES CAMAS SENCILLAS, OBVIAMENTE NO PODÍA ACEPTARLA. NO RECOMIENDO ESTE ESTABLECIMIENTO, CARECE DE ATENCION AL CLIENTE , LO UNICO QUE DECIAN ERA QUE ME COMUNICARA CON HOTELES.COM, NECESITO LA DEVOLUCIÓN DE MI DINERO.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a big event in Panama City on the time I arrive so when I got to the hotel and try to check in .... I find out that they sold my room because they make more money! They try to send me to a not even one star hotel that I refuse to go there!!! I never recommend this hotel!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Staff & service
Is in the center of the city but very noisysie do to construction around
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Regular la atención

Regular la atención ya que solicitamos sábanas limpias y nunca llegaron, pésimo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Grandioso

Insumos dentro del baño, para poner el jabón y alfombras dentro del baño para nos resbalar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
I guess they did a good job with the photos posted online because when I arrived, I felt I was in a different place. And not exactly in a good way. When checking in, I was given 2 room keys and told to go look at them myself so I could pick which one I preferred. I felt strange that hotel staff didn't come with me. When I booked (because of the photos and price) I thought I had reserved a room with a bathtub and a mini fridge. Turns out, I didn't (that was my mistake). But when I asked if I could change rooms and pay any difference so I could be in one that did have those things, They tell me they don't have rooms with bathtubs and the only one that has one is having work done so its out of service. They did have rooms with a mini fridge but they couldn't change rooms for me until the next day (I would be out all day for the next 2 days). I decided to stay and make it work somehow. I go up to my New room and open the door to see there was a Phone book lying on the floor as soon as I opened the door. Randomly. I had to go back down to the receptivo to get the air conditioning and TV remotes, I felt they could have given them to me when checking in. I left some cigarrettes in my night stand drawer the night I arrived, I counted them. Left in the morning and came back a night to find less than what I left. Yes, they're only cigarrettes but I felt uncomfortable with what that represents. I no longer felt my things were secure in the room. Overall. Not a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
much construction noise, jackhammers, hammering, trucks etc
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Para salir del apuro

Las intalaciones un poco descuidadas,ambiente nocturno bullisioso
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018