Magnolia Inn

2.0 star property

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Living area
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Reception
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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8-18 Calle 8 y Calle Boquete, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Independence Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds (External Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Ground Floor

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Casco Viejo, Magnolia Inn is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. The 14 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators, microwaves, and travel cribs.

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Independence Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 6 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tantalo Hotel / Kitchen / Roofbar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sama Sky Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Unido - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Sucre Coffe House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lo Que Hay - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Magnolia Inn

Guests of Magnolia Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. For transportation, you can make use of a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for PAB 40 per vehicle, as well as a beach shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and concierge services. Additional amenities include express check-out and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge 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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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: PAB 40 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply).

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Magnolia Inn Panama City
Magnolia Panama City
Magnolia Inn Panama/Panama City
Magnolia Inn Hotel
Magnolia Inn Panama City
Magnolia Inn Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Magnolia Inn?

Magnolia Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Magnolia Inn?

This hotel is situated in Casco Viejo within a short 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and also 12 minutes on foot from Cinta Costera. You'll also find Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Magnolia Inn?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Magnolia Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Magnolia Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Magnolia Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Magnolia Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a rainfall showerhead as well as concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Magnolia Inn?

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

Does Magnolia Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Magnolia Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Magnolia Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Magnolia Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Magnolia Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Magnolia Inn?

The closest major airport to Magnolia Inn is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 2.8 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 7.3 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Magnolia Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Magnolia Inn.

Magnolia Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 460 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 460 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 460 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 460 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 460 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Since we used travelocity they treated us poorly. Made us wait for over an hour while checking in other guests, they kept telling ux they had to validate our room. Room stunk of mold so much caused a headache. They changed our room. Room shade fell off the wall. Overall run down hotel not worth the money. Pictures are nothing like the rooms.Avoid if possible
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tansri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop for a couple days. Room is on the smaller side, there are three of us. But it spotless. The common room upstairs is fantastic, a space you can chill, do a bit of work or even cook your meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful. Great A/C. It is in a busy area, so it can be loud, but the location is ideal if you want to be close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roya

I loved this place. Location and the common area to wash dishes with a fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara, Tucson

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stars given only for location and for the nice teenaged receptionist at arrival. 1) The first room I was given was dirty. As in, had not been cleaned at all: dirty towels balled on the floor, hair in the sink, trash overflowing, bed unmade. I was switched to a ground-level room for the first night, very noisy. 2) The water shut off on day 3, a staffer shrugged and said “it happens” and did not offer any help with my needs. (A manager later told me the water should be back in 1/2 hour, it was) 3) everyone in the neighborhood knows the key code for the lobby entrance; the front desk is often unattended: poor security. 4) no elevator and all rooms are up or down stairs; no dedicated bellman.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Meysy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like the location of the room (basement) I could hear everyone walking outside and the music that kept playing nearby. Other than that the room was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda, Saint Louis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, once we had running water all was good. Lost power in the early evening but it came back on relatively quickly. There was an all night celebration going on down the street so lots of noise but otherwise a very nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tbh it is hard to rate because the staff and location were great. The problem that is easily solved by black out curtains almost ruined the time we spent there. We were in room 4 which is on the corner with a huge and bright street light shining directly at you all night. Additionally the windows are at street level so everyone standing on the corner waiting for taxis etc is literally at eye level with you inside the room. The curtains are see through and don’t quite stretch enough to cover the middle and both ends. You have to decide if you want a gap in the middle or on the ends. The room was so bright we had to put towels up over the curtains to try to cut the direct light. Even that did not stop the room from being daylight bright all night. For us we are out all day and the only reason to have a hotel is for sleeping so this was really bad. Invest in black out curtains and I’m sure your guests will give you a most excellent ratings.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey William

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, easy communication, friendly staff and, a clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

susanne

Disliked: Amenities
1st thing the pickup taxi did not arrive at airport. They got the dates completely wrong. 2nd The bathroom was outside the bedroom. 3rd The aircon didn’t work but they did fix it for the 2nd night. It’s more of a hostel than a hotel. Location is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excelent location , friendly staff and cute hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Roman, Atlanta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great and all speak English. No fridges in the room but there is a big community fridge. The floor in the room was not in the next shape. All else was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My Stay there was poor. 1) no elevator 61 steps from the front door to room 21. I am 71yrs old that was not easy. The bath room sink the water control was loose and not secure. this room has three lights all tied together. no reading lamp. you have to get up to cut the light. I requested cleaning one day the maid did nothing she did not change the sheet or pick trash or clean the dishes this was the worst stay ever.
Tag laying of the floor. they just left it on the ground
They did not clean my room they did not change the sheets
they did not wash the dishes or clean the cups or reset the coffee display
they did not wipe out the sink the sink nozzell was loose and water came out slow.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julian

Well I ended up cancelling my trip, I contacted the hotel 36 hrs before my check in to request a refund, and they said NO. Obvi when I go back to Panama i wont be staying there, im glad I only paid $36 for the night, and used my expedia points (which I wont get back) just bc they didnt want to issue a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well equipment for the price range. Friendly people at the front counter we're very helpful. The places well located near the Old Town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Loud and some bugs in our room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron Mikel

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kalifa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Vickie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price but poor quality… below expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lights in the room were insufficient. There was no light near the entry door, so you had to either turn on the light inside the bathroom or go near the beds where the only 2 lights were located. And those 2 lights were pendant lights which didn't even make enough light to light up the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025