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Our top choices for Independence Square hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a city skyline and water.

1. Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel

Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel
3.5 star property
Punta Paitilla, 3.1 km from Independence Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,253 reviews)
"We loved our stay, staff was very helpful, the hotel is very well located, and the breakfast is to die for!"
United States
CLAUDIA
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a central water feature.

2. Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo

Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo
5.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
Graham
The price is AU$524
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo
A spacious indoor courtyard with tiled flooring, multiple seating areas, and hanging plants.

3. La Isabela Suites

La Isabela Suites
3.5 star property
San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (214 reviews)
"Location in old town, across from Plaza Simon Bolivar, is the perfect place to venture around old town and the new city. Great restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. I relied on recommendations from the staff for a couple of things and their selections exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend staying if visiting Panama City."
United States
David
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Isabela Suites
A multi-story building with ornate balconies, large windows, and decorative moldings.

4. Hotel Plaza Herrera

Hotel Plaza Herrera
4.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"A small old world style hotel. Beautifully restored (the woodwork is beautiful too ) The staff is lovely and extremely helpful. Immaculate. Breakfast downstairs was delicious. Very low key, relaxed place and very conveniently located."
United States
Sharon
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Plaza Herrera
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a city skyline across a body of water.

5. Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
5.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (773 reviews)
"Amazing service and beautiful hotel"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$706
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
A spacious outdoor patio with wicker furniture, potted plants, and umbrellas providing shade.

6. Hotel San Felipe

Hotel San Felipe
4.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (476 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Central, clean, wonderful staff"
United States
RoseMarie
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel San Felipe
A grand, illuminated building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance.

7. La Concordia Boutique Hotel

La Concordia Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (244 reviews)
"Such a beautiful and highly curated and very helpful staff."
United States
Jadah
The price is AU$360
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
La Concordia Boutique Hotel
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small ottoman, a flat-screen TV, and abstract art on the walls.

8. Casa Bianca

Casa Bianca
2.0 star property
Bella Vista, 2.8 km from Independence Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Good place , nice, clean, "
United States
Jose A
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Casa Bianca
A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple dining tables.

9. American Trade Hotel

American Trade Hotel
4.5 star property
San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (828 reviews)
"Beautiful property in great location. Excellent facilities"
United States
Lesley
The price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
American Trade Hotel
A restaurant interior with checkered flooring, wooden tables, wicker chairs, and hanging wicker lamps.

10. Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only

Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only
3.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay, right in the center of old Panama City. Even though it is small it is very quaint and efficiently run. It is also convenient that they have a restaurant in-house. Just making stuff convenient"
United States
Glenn
The price is AU$333
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only
A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a clear blue sky.

11. Las Clementinas

Las Clementinas
3.5 star property
San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208 reviews)
"Beautiful property and great restaurant! Also awesome customer service"
United States
Denise
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Las Clementinas
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, overlooking a city skyline at sunset.

12. Marriott Panama Hotel

Marriott Panama Hotel
4.0 star property
2.9 km from Independence Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Guadalupe
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Marriott Panama Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a mirror, and a staircase.

13. Hotel Bardot Boutique

Hotel Bardot Boutique
3.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (66 reviews)
"Excellent location to walk around, visit local attractions and restaurants in the old city."
United States
Luz
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Bardot Boutique
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by a city skyline at dusk.

14. Yoo Apartamento

Yoo Apartamento
3.0 star property
Bella Vista, 2.9 km from Independence Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Everything was great!! Would definitely book again on my next trip to Panamá"
United States
Sheena
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Yoo Apartamento
A modern hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the ocean.

15. Hilton Panama

Hilton Panama
5.0 star property
Bella Vista, 2.9 km from Independence Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Everything was great"
United States
ARIELA
The price is AU$349
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hilton Panama
A spacious living room with blue sofas, a marble coffee table, and framed pictures on the walls.

16. Hotel Magnolia Boutique

Hotel Magnolia Boutique
2.0 star property
San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (545 reviews)
"Great check in experience. Clean and comfortable rooms. Recommend to stay here!"
Canada
Cathy
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Magnolia Boutique
A modern indoor pool area with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a wall of plants.

17. Casco View Life Residences

Casco View Life Residences
4.0 star property
Santa Ana, 0.7 km from Independence Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (114 reviews)
"Amazing location and comfort"
United States
Ruben
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Casco View Life Residences
A multi-story building with balconies, arched windows, and decorative railings.

18. Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
4.0 star property
San Felipe, < 0.1 km from Independence Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Brian
The price is AU$408
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
A resort with a pool area, lounge chairs, and a view of a bridge at night.

19. Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
4.5 star property
Amador, 2.6 km from Independence Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"The best beds of Panama and an extensive breakfast to start the day with"
United States
Hanspeter
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
A person seated at a bar with a drink, in a room with a teal accent wall and hanging lights.

20. Waldorf Astoria Panama

Waldorf Astoria Panama
5.0 star property
Bella Vista, 2.9 km from Independence Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was very nice, the bar staff and front desk staff were very helpful."
United States
Oscar
The price is AU$459
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Waldorf Astoria Panama
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Compare popular hotels close to Independence Square

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a city skyline and water.
Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,253 reviews
View
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a central water feature.
Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
378 reviews
View
A spacious indoor courtyard with tiled flooring, multiple seating areas, and hanging plants.
La Isabela Suites
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
214 reviews
View
A multi-story building with ornate balconies, large windows, and decorative moldings.
Hotel Plaza Herrera
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
54 reviews
View
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a city skyline across a body of water.
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
773 reviews
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Other attractions near Independence Square

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama

9.0/10 (793 reviews)
Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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Top Independence Square Hotel Reviews

A multi-story building with ornate balconies, large windows, and decorative moldings.
Hotel Plaza Herrera

Hotel Plaza Herrera

Hotel Plaza Herrera
Casco Viejo

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely stay. Rooms are beautiful and very large. Staff are very friendly and helpful. No kettle in the rooms. No elevators which we loved but may not suit everyone.
Australia
Natalie
Reviewed March 12, 2026
Hotel Plaza Herrera

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Independence Square?

Independence Square is located in a historic area of Panama City known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 495 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Independence Square?

Adjacent to Independence Square, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City and American Trade Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Independence Square?

Expedia has 495 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Independence Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Independence Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Independence Square.

What can I see and do near Independence Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Interoceanic Canal Museum, Biomuseo or Museum of History Panama. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Iglesia del Carmen, Panama Canal Railway and Palacio de las Garzas. You can check out the local talent at National Theater, Amador Theater and Anita Villalaz Theater.