Panama City Hostels

Q: Should I stay in a hostel in Panama City?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like shopping in this destination, while the cafes offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds.

Q: What is a hostel?

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social environment.

Q: What are the best hostels in Panama City?

Based on our customers' reviews, these Panama City hostels have the best ratings: Axha Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Panamá Experience Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Hostel Loco Coco Loco - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Hostel the pod 33 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.

Q: How many hostels can I expect to find in Panama City?

If you're searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Panama City, one of Expedia's 24 hostels could be a great option for you.

Q: When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Panama City?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Panama City are July, August, June and November, with each month seeing an average of 369 mm of rainfall.

Q: What is there to see and do in Panama City?

Overall, Panama City is known for its casinos, cafes and restaurants. Major attractions include Albrook Shopping Mall. Get out into nature with places such as Cinta Costera, Miraflores Locks and Metropolitan Nature Park. Cultural attractions include Interoceanic Canal Museum, Biomuseo and Colonial Religious Art Museum.

Q: What's the best way to get to and around Panama City while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Panama City in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), located 2.5 mi (4 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. Take advantage of metro transport at Iglesia del Carmen Station, Vía Argentina and Santo Tomas Station. If you're eager to check out more of the area, make your way to Panama City Passenger Station to catch a train.

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Our top choices for Panama City hostels

PH QUARTIER 18E LUXURY APARTMENT WITH ROOFTOP POOL

Bella Vista

HK$1,520 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel

Bella Vista

Brooke

Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel

Casco Viejo

Patrick

HK$466 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Hostel the pod 33

Bella Vista

Brandon

HK$190 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

Hostal de Lujo en el Centro de la Ciudad Cerca de Centros Comerciales y Más!!!

Bella Vista

HK$276 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan

La Milonga Hostel

Bella Vista

Orlando

HK$257 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Panamá Experience Hostel

Bella Vista

Hightravel

HK$234 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

Posada 1914

Bella Vista

Kristina

HK$326 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Feb - 19 Feb

Axha Hostel

Calidonia

Edwin Alejandro

HK$195 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA

Bella Vista

"BAD, very BAD, Hotel owner DOMENICO, do not confirm my reservation, because DO NOT accept the discount fee that the HOTELS.COM offered to me on the web ALSO HE TOOK MY MONEY FORM MY ONEKEY CC, and, DO NOT PROVIDE THE SERVICE, AND IS REFUSING TO GIME BACK MY MONEY TO THE OKEY CC (Card of Hotel.com group) ITYS IS NO A HOTEL< ITS IS A LOW LEVEL MID SIZE HOUSE IN A POPULAR UNSAFE LOCATION. ALL PICS ARE FAKE I DO NOT RECOMMEND THSI POOR LOCATION"

Luis

HK$618 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

Ph Quartier Boutique 16C apt with rooftop pool

Bella Vista

HK$1,341 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

PH QUARTIER 16D LUXURY APARTMENT WITH ROOFTOP POOL

Bella Vista

Aaron L.

HK$1,341 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City

Casco Viejo

Kevin

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Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel

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