Pacific West Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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New game: Spot the Croc!  Any guesses how many...?  I think these ones are pretty brand new.
The buses of Panama.
The ruins of #Noriega's beach house are part of our "off the beaten path" trip.  The ruins are at Farallon near the Panama Decameron.
Jungle Land Adventures - you may choose to kayak, swim or go fishing after you spend some time exploring the rain forest for wild life!   www.panamaroadrunner.com

Where to stay in Pacific West

View of the Panama City Old Town

Casco Viejo

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Casco Viejo
Summer time in Panama City, blue sky and sunny days to enjoy this city. #lifeatexpedia #PanamaCity #travel

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 Crown Casino.

Bella Vista
Panama City Old Town streets and buildings

El Cangrejo

5/5(1 area review)

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

El Cangrejo
Balcony of a colonial house, Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama, Central America

San Felipe

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

San Felipe
The Bridge of the Americas in summer, Panama City

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 Francisco
 sunset sky above Panama City -  cityscape panorama view

Punta Paitilla

Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Pacific Center while you're in town.

Punta Paitilla
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is AU$217 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$217
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (4,904 reviews)
The first room was clean but the window has moisture in between the panel so you can’t see outside. The next day I told the front desk and they rectified it by moving us to a different room with no hustle

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
The price is AU$183 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$183
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,402 reviews)
Clean room, acceptable dining area with good service. Pool area is great

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Waldorf Astoria Panama

Waldorf Astoria Panama

5 out of 5
47th St. & Uruguay Street Panama City Panama
The price is AU$348 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$348
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Room was great, excellent view, clean and spacious.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Waldorf Astoria Panama
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.
Arcadia Condo Suites

Arcadia Condo Suites

2.5 out of 5
Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (202 reviews)
Cleaning is an extra fee, the rest is nice, kinda expensive

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Arcadia Condo Suites
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites

Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
Calle Eusebio A. Morales y Calle 55 Panama City Panama
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (504 reviews)
The room was actually a small condo- kitchen with refrigerator and gas stove, washer and dryer. The bedroom had a king sized bed- comfortable and spacious. The common room included dining area, desk/chair and sofa and tv. Huge beautiful picture window with city view. It was a perfect place to stay ...

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
Boutique Apartments Panama

Boutique Apartments Panama

3.5 out of 5
Av. 5a B. Sur Panama City Panama
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida ...
7.6/10 Good! (241 reviews)
Great clean room with exceptional view. Roof top pool area and the panoramic view was the I ever experienced

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Boutique Apartments Panama
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.

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