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Panamá Experience Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Avenida Balboa
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Economy Shared Dormitory | Capsule
Executive Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Outdoor pool

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Calle 54 Este, Panama City, Provincia de Panamá, 7179
  • Avenida Balboa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Via Espana
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬
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Room options

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Economy Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Single Room | In-room dining

Economy Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Executive Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool View, Poolside | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Panamá Experience Hostel places you in Bella Vista, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Avenida Balboa and Via Espana. This 8-room hostel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Via Espana - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Vía Argentina - 12 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 16 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ibiza Pool Snack Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nacion Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crown Level Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Panamá Experience Hostel

Hostel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Avenida Balboa
Guests staying at Panamá Experience Hostel enjoy an outdoor pool, in-room fitness, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free offsite parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry. This hostel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding. Fans are also included. Private bathrooms are not ensuite; change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool and in-room fitness.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 for adults and USD 2 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Free weights
  • Workout equipment

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 for adults and USD 2 for children

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 only accepts cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property only offers motorcycle parking on site, but there's also free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Panamá
Panamá Experience Hostel Panama City
Panamá Experience Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Panamá Experience Hostel?

Panamá Experience Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Panamá Experience Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Bella Vista within a short 9-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and also 11 minutes on foot from Via Espana. You'll also find Cinta Costera and Multiplaza Pacific Mall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Panamá Experience Hostel?

Yes, though motorcycle parking only.

Does Panamá Experience Hostel feature a casino?

No, Panamá Experience Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Panamá Experience Hostel?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Panamá Experience Hostel?

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

Does Panamá Experience Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Panamá Experience Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Panamá Experience Hostel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Panamá Experience Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Panamá Experience Hostel.

Does Panamá Experience Hostel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Panamá Experience Hostel?

The closest major airport to Panamá Experience Hostel is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 5 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 10.4 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Panamá Experience Hostel?

No, at Panamá Experience Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Panamá Experience Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 32 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

YanXiang

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff there have bad attitude.they rude and intimidating to the guests the is no manager at all .the room is not clan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No AC until 8pm.....very unique....
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hostel, located in the heart of the city. The bathrooms are clean because the staff checks them several times a day. Space is limited inside the rooms, but the curtains on each bed allowed me to have the necessary privacy. I was really surprised by the quality of the accommodation since it is very affordable. I will stay here every time I visit Panama.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hostel is centrally located in Marbella...I walked to the Multiplex mall. There is No Hot water is my biggest issue. It hasn't been updated but I complain for the price point
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lorissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay for the short time I was there in between connecting flights. Although, there was someone up in our room every hour or so which was really noisy considering I didn’t even have a curtain to cover my bunk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rafael & his team do a remarkable job of keeping things clean and organized, and making the guests feel welcome and comfortable. Rooms are sparce but effective, and there are a few common areas -- living room, dining area, kitchen, patio and pool deck. I liked the Community Breakfast 8-9am when all guests (those interested) can gather and meet during a casual coffee and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
La cama tenía chinches
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

JONY

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

Ficaria Bom se fosse Reformado ou Modernizado

A localização até que é boa. Café da manhã muito pobre, somente uma e as vezes duas empanadas e uma xícara de café muito fraco. O próprio hostel pega coisas dos hóspedes, que estão na geladeira, para servir no café da manhã! Eu vivi essa experiência! Reclamei duas vezes, disseram que iam repor e até o final da minha estadia nada aconteceu. No salão de estar tem muitos mosquitos ou coisa parecida, resultando muita coceira.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

JONY

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

O Hostel Necessita de uma Modernização e Reforma

Localização boa, mais ou menos perto da Estação do Metrô Via Argentina. Café da manhã muito pobre: uma e as vezes duas empanadas com uma xícadas de café. Você tem que complementar com frutas, leite e até café, pois o café servido é muito fraco! No salão de estar e das refeições tem muitos mosquitos, ou sei lá o quê é, pois dá muita coceira e reação na pele!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

JONY

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

O Hostel Necessita de Reforma e de Modernização!

As fotos não condizem com a realidade. O Hostel necessita de uma reforma e de uma atualização. O café da manhã é muito pobre: apenas uma ou duas empanadas e uma xícara de café. Utilizaram minhas frutas que estavam na geladeira, etiquetadas com meu nome, para servir no café da manhã de todos! Reclamei duas vezes, prometeram repor, mas nunca repuzeram! Achei a localização do hostel boa, mais ou menos perto da Estação do Metrô Via Argentina. No salão de estar e das refeições do hostel tem muitos mosquitos, acho que vêm de um rio próximo bem poluído.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alejandro, Cancún

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
son amables y hay una mascota muy amigable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Roman

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Es una buena eleccion para ospedarse en el centro de la ciudad a bajo costo, si lo recomiendo.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the facilities and the beautiful pool. It was amazing. The staff were really nice and kindly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor Alexander

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

VICTOR MANUEL

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR MANUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dj Cristian

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente locacion para descanso y trabajo
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Claudio M

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Cheap but unpleasant

No intimacy at all. Don't trust the photos, there are no curtains for the beds. All lockers are taken (or without... locks, sic). Some check-ins are made late at night (even at 2-3am sometimes) but check-outs are at 10am (insane). Staff come and go in your room without notice. Bathrooms are dirty. AC are disabled by day. And it's always full old people, somehow.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LI TZU

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024