What's it like in Bella Vista?

Bella Vista is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Bella Vista travel tips? Make sure that you visit Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Bella Vista?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is one of the top choices for your stay in Bella Vista. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Avenida Balboa, and it offers 3 restaurants and free breakfast. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals and Principe Hotel and Suites .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Bella Vista?

If you're searching for places to stay in Panama City, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 406 Bella Vista hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Bella Vista, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Bella Vista.

What are the top things to see and do in Bella Vista?

Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Via Espana, Uruguay Street and Avenida Balboa might be just the ticket while you're in Bella Vista. Iglesia del Carmen and Calle 50 are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Albrook Shopping Mall, Crown Casino and Centro de Arte y Cultura are just a few of the places to visit in and around Bella Vista. While you're out sightseeing in Panama City, make sure that you visit other sights such as National Shrine of the Heart of Mary or Luxor Towers.

How can I get around Bella Vista and the greater Panama City area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Iglesia del Carmen Station and Vía Argentina Station.

Top 10 Bella Vista Hotels of 2026

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A rooftop pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

1. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Bella Vista

Damien

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern lobby with a chandelier, seating area, reception desk, and a staircase.

2. The Executive Hotel

Bella Vista

Frank

RM358 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lobby with seating areas, large windows, and a visible exit sign.

3. Holiday Inn Panama Distrito Financiero by IHG

Bella Vista

Douglas R Ng

RM404 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A hotel named PRINCIPE with a modern facade and large glass windows.

4. Principe Hotel and Suites

Bella Vista

Willis

RM265 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, large glass windows, and geometric light patterns on the facade.

5. Novotel Panama City

Bella Vista

CARLOS

RM517 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a multi-story building in the background.

6. Hyatt Regency Panama City

Bella Vista

Mariah

RM840 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A conference room with a large table, chairs, a potted plant, and a curtain backdrop.

7. Riande Urban Hotel

Bella Vista

Gary

RM409 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A rooftop pool with sun loungers and a city skyline in the background.

8. Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

Bella Vista

Bruno

RM649 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

Bella Vista

Donna

RM390 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a marble staircase, seating areas, and a large mirror reflecting the space.

10. Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites

Bella Vista

Nalisa

RM415 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A rooftop pool with blue lounge chairs and a city skyline view.

11. Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

Bella Vista

Tashana Gittens

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline view.

12. Hotel Dann Carlton Marinn Place Panama Financial District

Bella Vista

JULIO

RM481 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained garden area.

13. InterContinental Miramar Panama by IHG

Bella Vista

Elia

RM1,082 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern restaurant with large windows offering a city view, warm lighting, and contemporary furniture.

14. W Panama

Bella Vista

Naomi

RM1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a curved gray sofa, a staircase with a geometric railing, and a reception desk.

15. Crowne Plaza Panama by IHG

Bella Vista

Luis

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A person seated at a bar with a drink, in a room with a teal accent wall and hanging lights.

16. Waldorf Astoria Panama

Bella Vista

Aysha

RM1,180 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the ocean.

17. Hilton Panama

Bella Vista

Simon

RM1,180 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

18. Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Bella Vista

Althea

RM541 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with booths, a neon-lit red wall, hanging plants, and pendant lights.

19. Hotel Mio Panama

Bella Vista

Nfamory

RM314 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop pool with a city skyline view, tiled walls, and a clear sky.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Downtown, Panama

Bella Vista

Crystal

RM439 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Casa Bianca	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Panama City	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 478 reviews	View
The Executive Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,284 reviews	View
Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Hostel	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
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Where to stay in Bella Vista

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Casco Viejo

Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.

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El Cangrejo

The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.

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San Francisco

San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

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San Felipe

While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.

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Calidonia

Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lotería Station or Santo Tomás Station to explore sights like Via Espana.

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