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.
Cinta Costera
After visiting Cinta Costera, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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.
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.
Panama Viejo
Find out about the history of Panama City when you take a trip to Panama Viejo. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Panama City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Panama City: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise to Taboga Island
Panama City: Zip Line Experience Over The City
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
From Panama City: Monkey Islands Tour on Gatun Lake
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
"It's never fun to have a view of the roof (no view) and as much I spent at the casino and the food, I guess I expected better. The guards were cool, and tried to keep the women away from me while I gambled, ate dinner, etc. I'd stay there again, but the casino is lame."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Principe Hotel and Suites
"Staff was very helpful even to take your bags up to the room and out of the hotel, most of them speak english or little. Our room had no mini fridge, kettle and no iron which would've been helpful for our stay also the rooms needed a bit more cleaning especially the headboard of the bed was a little ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Novotel Panama City
"Very clean rooms, excellent bathroom with shower, staff very helpful, breakfast very good and parking very convenient"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
"Definitely had a great time staff was very nice ! Very close to everything with a uber ride. I'd definitely come back! Also very clean"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
"Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast, cool air conditioning."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
"El lugar cumple, es limpio, el personal muy simpático, muy cercano al metro y tiene buen desayuno. Eso si, es un poco caro para lo que ofrecen. Hay detalles que pueden mejorar, por ejemplo, el café de cortesía debería ser uno por cada huésped y diario, no solo 1 cápsula por habitación para toda la ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 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, Via Espana and Uruguay Street are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Via Espana 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 Multicentro Panama.
Curundu
While Curundu isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Iglesia del Carmen are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
