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Our top choices for Panama City hostels

Lobby sitting area

Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel

Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel
2.0 star property
Casco Viejo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"Nice pool, comfortable room."
Canada
Tori-Ann
The price is RM131
RM144 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
1.5 star property
Tocumen
6.0 out of 10, (731 reviews)
"Comfortable place to stay , feels so great to be out. I will do it again"
United States
Carmen
The price is RM202
RM223 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers

Hostel Loco Coco Loco

Hostel Loco Coco Loco
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (29 reviews)
"Friendly, cozy, nice pool n showers"
United States
Kurt
The price is RM55
RM125 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hostel Loco Coco Loco
Reception

ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA

ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"excelente staff ... very friendly... location... clean ... good ac in the room.."
United States
andrey
The price is RM294
RM324 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
ORHO HOTEL BOUTIQUE PANAMA
Bar (on property)

Hotel Museo Relic

Hotel Museo Relic
2.0 star property
Casco Viejo
The price is RM74
RM81 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Hotel Museo Relic
Restaurant

Posada 1914

Posada 1914
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (17 reviews)
"I enjoy the Hostal with a charming retro/antique aesthetic. The people are helpful and attentive, the guests quite and calm and the climbing wall next door is just the right type of adventure/entertainment to add some great fun."
United States
Cecily
The price is RM113
RM170 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Posada 1914
Outdoor pool

Cultura Humana Guesthouse

Cultura Humana Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This place was fine and good value for price. I got in late and left early so didn’t get to see the outside area."
United States
Audrey
The price is RM173
RM190 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Cultura Humana Guesthouse
Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Axha Hostel

Axha Hostel
2.0 star property
Calidonia
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Very cheap yet very clean and high quality"
Canada
David
The price is RM84
RM92 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Axha Hostel
Terrace/patio

Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel

Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"The manager was very nice. Close to some good restaurants."
United States
Brooke
The price is RM195
RM215 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel the pod 33

Hostel the pod 33
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (65 reviews)
"Excellent, friendly staff. The young colombian woman and her son made me feel welcome, informed, safe and comfortable during my stay here. The guests were all great!"
United States
Brandon
The price is RM90
RM99 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hostel the pod 33
Outdoor pool

Panamá Experience Hostel

Panamá Experience Hostel
2.0 star property
Bella Vista
7.4 out of 10, Good, (51 reviews)
"Great staff and good location "
United States
Sean
The price is RM82
RM90 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Panamá Experience Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Tocumen Comfort Stay

Tocumen Comfort Stay
2.0 star property
24 de Diciembre
The price is RM186
RM204 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Tocumen Comfort Stay
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

PLEASANT HOSTAL PANAMA

PLEASANT HOSTAL PANAMA
1.0 star property
24 de Diciembre
The price is RM180
RM198 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
PLEASANT HOSTAL PANAMA
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff great hotel best breakfast"
Vivian 3-night trip
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

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Panama City Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,002
Accommodation
28 Hostels
Lowest Price
RM81
Highest Price
RM324

Frequently asked questions

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.
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.
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. Viajero Casco Viejo Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Hostel Loco Coco Loco - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Panamá Experience Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Via Espana. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. You'll find bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Hotel Museo Relic - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi.
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 27 hostels could be a great option for you.
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.
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.
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.