The Saba Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
View from room
Hallway
Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Panama Internacional zone,Argentina Ave, facing Parque Andres Bello, Panama City, Panama
  • Via Espana
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 2

Quadruple Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Bella Vista within a short walk of Via Espana, The Saba Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Avenida Balboa. This 49-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Via Espana - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Vía Argentina - 12 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 13 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Trapiche - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Angel Restaurante - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Caribe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Rana Dorada - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dulcería del Cangrejo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Saba Hotel

Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
At The Saba Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a computer station. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for PAB 40 per person one way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and a terrace.
42-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels and first-run movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer free toiletries. IPod docks, minibars, and free newspapers are also available.

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 6.50 for adults and PAB 6.50 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Saba

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • First-run movies
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: PAB 33
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: PAB 44
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PAB 100.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 6.50 for adults and PAB 6.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: PAB 40 per person (one way)
  • Early check-in fee: PAB 33 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: PAB 44 (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 or credit 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Saba
Saba Hotel
Saba Hotel Panama City
Saba Panama City
The Saba Hotel Hotel
The Saba Hotel Panama City
The Saba Hotel Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Saba Hotel?

The Saba Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to The Saba Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Bella Vista, just steps from Luxor Towers, and within a 10-minute walk of Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. You'll also find Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Saba Hotel?

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

Does The Saba Hotel include a casino?

No, The Saba Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Saba Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Saba Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, a minibar, and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at The Saba Hotel?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Saba Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Saba Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Saba.

Will The Saba Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Saba Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Saba Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Saba Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Saba Hotel is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 4 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 9.9 mi away (25-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Saba Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Saba Hotel.

The Saba Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 420 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a good location. Good hotel for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Tom, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very small property, small rooms, no view, not a lot of light. No gym, mediocre bar. I wouldn’t stay again .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as advertised !!! I will not stay again !! Sorry !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

P., Montreal

It is the worth experience ever. I was in my shower and the water stopped. I was not able to take my shower because no water. Avoid this hotel at any price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Juan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Pese

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo fue bueno la habitación cómoda solo que le falta más iluminacion
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Many Restaurants around. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

JULIO

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice

Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent. Location is also excellent. !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is very helpful. Rooms are clean and a central location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The shower was difficult to use to get comfortable water flow and temperature. Also, small fridge ran intermittently and did not cool well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Small downtown hotel , five min walk to metro

Good stay. Clean and quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Would possibly stay here again

Really like the location. Stayed here on a previous trip and had a better room/experience that time. It's totally fine for the low price. I would probably stay here again provided price is still lower than other places.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, on a walking distance from various restaurants, metro stations and stores. I really recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shabby; Not Recomended

Wanted to give this hotel a try, as I was tired of the chain hotels. But the Saba hotel is not in good condition, lights didn’t work in the room, no hot water, shabby towels; overall not a pleasant stay. Next time I will pay an extra $5-10 dollars and stay at the Best Western Plus Panama Zen down the street—it’s much higher quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent!

Love the suite and the view!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quality lost somewhere over the years

Saba use to be our favorite go-to place but management has let the place go which is sad because everything else on Via Argentina has been updated into a beautiful place to visit. The room - dingy and dark. Room definitely could use a coat of paint or two. However, on a good note, the air conditioner was working very well. Breakfast is no longer included which is too bad as it might be an incentive to stay here. Too many good and reasonable restaurants outside of the establishment to pay $6.50 here. Front desk - we were asked to give our credit card so that they could put a hold on it in case we stole something which is odd since the room has nothing of value. At checkout, they make you wait as they actually send someone to the room to verify that you did not steal anything. This is the first time I've experienced this in Panama. As a professional reviewer, I can not recommend staying here unless drastic changes are made. I stayed at three hotels in PC this week and this was the worst of the three and beleive it or not, not the cheapest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, quiet and safe area, the room is very confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019