Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with a winery and free breakfast

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable lounge chairs.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and dresser, surrounded by framed artwork.
Relax in our stylish lobby with a light-colored sofa, glass coffee table, and wooden reception desk.
Indulge in a selection of freshly baked goods, including bread and pastries, in this inviting space.
Relax in a stylish seating area with a comfortable sofa set, glass coffee table, and decorative vases.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Blvd El Dorado Calle 23 1/2B N, Panama City, Panama, 8001
  • El Dorado Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Via Espana
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Bethania within a short walk of El Dorado Mall, Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Metropolitan Nature Park. This 3-star hotel has 83 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a winery, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • El Dorado Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Via Espana - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santo Tomas Station - 10 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 13 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Niko's Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sunly - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wah Kee Dim Sum Palace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fonda La Especial - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel

Colonial hotel with a winery and free breakfast
Guests of Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel enjoy a winery, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for PAB 35.00 per person one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • TGI Fridays Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Colonial architecture
  • Renovated entire property - July 2018
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: PAB 33.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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 on arrival, 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 35.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: PAB 10.00 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: PAB 33.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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, 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, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • 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, 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Bethania within a short 7-minute walk of El Dorado Mall. You'll also find Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida Balboa within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

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

Does Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel feature a casino?

No, Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

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

Does Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at TGI Fridays Restaurant each morning.

Does Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

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

How far is the airport from Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 4.5 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 12.4 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel.

Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 583 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 583 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 583 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 583 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 583 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here numerous times over the years. It’s a good value for the price. The staff is courteous and helpful. We got the suite and it was amazing with all the room, amenities and climate control in both rooms. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly staff they were most helpful the hotel is exquisitely clean ..will recommend this hotel to anyone coming to panama this is my number one stay ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cinthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Necesito councilmen con el hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the exceptional Front Desk team—especially Alejandro, Jorge, and the administrative assistant whose name unfortunately escapes me at the moment. Throughout our stay, they demonstrated remarkable professionalism by being helpful in recommending various tourist sites and attractions, and consistently interactive, attentive, and highly efficient in addressing our needs. When we initially checked in and discovered that our assigned room next to the elevator was causing some disturbance due to noise issues, they handled the situation with remarkable professionalism and promptly relocated us to a more suitable room the very next morning, ensuring our comfort for the remainder of our stay. The breakfast options were excellent. I would definitely return when visiting Panama due to its easy access to all tourist sites. The taxi service was exceptional. Our driver demonstrated great professionalism, maintaining a friendly demeanor. His careful driving and thorough knowledge of the local roads made us feel completely at ease during our transfers.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Johel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Parking is excellent with security guard
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nidia

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent, Siparia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

roberto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I am in Panama City I always stay at the Best Western El Dorado! The staff, the rooms, and the area is great. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raqueba, Queens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When in Panama City I always stay here at the Best Western El Dorado. I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUNIL

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernarda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is convenient to dining and shopping. Transportation is also close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hermelinda

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nidia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot is ti small
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hermelinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly and very helpful. Washer was broken and they were very helpful in taking care of my needs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Great customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

martinique

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is very beautiful kept, it’s in a good location with lots of shops and restaurants
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025