Panama Canal Zone
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone
Balboa
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Balboa. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Albrook Shopping Mall and Flag of Cerro Ancón are a few top places to visit.
Barrio Sur
If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.
Cristobal
Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.
Coco Solo
If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gatun
Gatun is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatún Dam are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Barrio Norte
If you're spending some time in Barrio Norte, Limon Bay and Monument to Christopher Columbus are top sights worth seeing.
Marriott Panama Hotel
Honestly I wondered if this was a real Marriott? Staff were amazing but the hotel rooms very ‘tired’ not my usual 5 star experience with Marriott 😔
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
The breakfast was excellent. The ocean view we had was beautiful. I liked the place and would recommend it.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Room was great, clean, friendly staff, and very convenient location.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
La Palma Aparta Suite
Me encantó muy organizado, muy limpio, las personas que trabajan en este hotel son muy amables volvería sin duda muchas gracias
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Arcadia Condo Suites
I had a great stay at Arcadia Condo Suites, specifically in apartment 1705. The highlight was definitely the beautiful high-floor view—waking up and winding down with that scenery never got old. The apartment itself was modern, clean, and well-equipped, with everything needed for a comfortable extended ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre
I did not reserve a room with breakfast included, but was charged for it anyway. Kitchen was small. Fridge was ancient and didn't work well. I was not confident about keeping food fresh. Buffet was very good with a wide assortment of options. Location was very good. Pool was really nice, but often ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
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Popular places to visit
Bridge of the Americas
You can learn about the history of Arraijan when you stop by Bridge of the Americas. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Ancon Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Ancon Hill, a lovely green space in Ancon. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Albrook Shopping Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Albrook Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Ancon. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Colon Free Zone
During your trip to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon Free Zone.
Colon 2000
During your visit to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon 2000. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Miraflores Locks
After visiting Miraflores Locks, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ancon. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
