Balboa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Activities
From Panama City: San Blas Islands Tour with Island Hopping
AU$209
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Panama: Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour
AU$86
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise to Taboga Island
AU$143
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
AU$96
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
AU$61
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Balboa Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is AU$187 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$187
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,136 reviews)
"Staying here again"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Via Espana 111 Panama City Panama
The price is AU$177 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$177
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,019 reviews)
"The place was ok Not bad Could be better"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Megapolis Hotel Panamá
Avenida Balboa Panama City
The price is AU$249 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$249
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,830 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and we'll maintained property"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
The price is AU$220 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$220
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,793 reviews)
"Definitely will be returning"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
KM 7, Road to Veracruz Veracruz Panama
The price is AU$399 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$399
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,115 reviews)
"Great beautiful place , and the food is excellent"
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Panama Punta Pacifica
Via Israel y Calle 71, San Francisco Panama City Panama
The price is AU$146 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$146
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,412 reviews)
"I can’t think of anything that wasn’t great! Absolutely exceptional! From the sad to the cleanliness. I would only say that the outside of the windows weren’t clear to see out of. And the room could use a microwave. Other than that, the hotel is pretty. I plan to stay there again"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Balboa
Find the best Balboa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Fabiola Tile
Open Photo by Fabiola Tile
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 Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.
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.
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.
San Felipe
While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.
