El Cangrejo
Panama City
Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a visit to Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Panama City: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise to Taboga Island
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour
Panama City: Zip Line Experience Over The City
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Principe Hotel and Suites
My girlfriend and I had a great 3-day stat at the Principe hotel in Feb 2026 for a phenomenal price. The hotel was very nice, quite and clean with large rooms. We actually got moved right away to a far larger room (for no charge) because the A/C in our first room was not working properly. The staff ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
The hotel is amazing, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Novotel Panama City
Had minor issues during check-in as there was some unexpected plumbing issue due to which water supply to all rooms was stopped. Staff was very proactive in resolving the issue within hours. Staff is very friendly and helpful in providing tips on local places and restaurants. Rooms are clean and ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Ramada Panama Centro Via Argentina
The windows and walls of the hotel are green with mold. The separation between one room to the other is paper thin - I could hear the couple next door going at it. The bathroom shower flooded with ease. The vinyl wood floors were coming off from humidity. There were no amenities (no hand towel, no ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Milan
Lots of restaurants nearby and one on site!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Downtown, Panama
Exceptional Service Walkable Cleanliness convienent
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
Bella Vista
Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.
Bethania
Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
