Costa del Este Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorámica de Cuidad de panamá, con vista a Corredor Sur y Costa del Este, día soleado
Panorámica de Cuidad de panamá, con vista a Corredor Sur y Costa del Este, día soleado
Panama City is the national capital of Panama, as well as the provincial capital of the Panama Province, and largest city of Panama. It is the most modern city not only in Panama, but the rest of Central America. Panama City has been a incredibly popular tourist and retirement destination, particularly for U.S. and Canadian citizens, due to city prices being incredibly cheap compared to most other places. Recently, Panama City has been given the unofficial title of The Dubai of Latin America, due to the recent rapid influx of skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, and increasing number of wealthy people in the city.

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Ruins of Old Panama City

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Our pick of the best Costa del Este Hotel Deals

Arcadia Condo Suites

Arcadia Condo Suites

2.5 out of 5
Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province
The price is AU$235 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$235
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
I absolutely love this place. I’ve stayed in two different apartments here so far, and I already have another two-week booking scheduled for next month. That alone says everything. I have not had any issues at all during my stays. Each unit has been super clean and well maintained. The facilities ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Arcadia Condo Suites
The Westin Panama

The Westin Panama

4 out of 5
La Rotonda Street, Costa del Este Panama City Panama
The price is AU$320 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$320
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (321 reviews)
Clean room, comfortable beds and bedding with a great view. Did have an issue with the smoke detector beeping once every 30 mins or so. Also the mini fridge was locked so we didn’t have a usable fridge option. We did talk to the front desk but nobody arrived before we went to bed.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Westin Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is AU$220 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$220
30 Mar - 31 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! (5,072 reviews)
During our 8-day stay, the room had a strong moldy smell, as if it had been unoccupied for a long time. While the odor did lessen over time, it remained unpleasant throughout the entire stay. Additionally, the pool area is quite small relative to the number of guests. It was often difficult to find ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 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$223 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$223
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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! (2,469 reviews)
My flight was rerouted. I message the hotel to ask if I cancel for a refund. They did not answer calls, ignore Expedia attempts and never responded to my message. They could have atleast respond.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

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

4 out of 5
Via Espana 111 Panama City Panama
The price is AU$168 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$168
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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! (1,012 reviews)
Was clean but very noisy pool area on weekends

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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

Sheraton Grand Panama

4 out of 5
Via Israel And 77th Street Panama City Panama
The price is AU$209 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$209
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Nice convenient placed hotel. Pleasant and very helpful staff. Lovely comfortable place to stay

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Sheraton Grand Panama
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Other neighbourhoods around Costa del Este

Fascination for obelisks

Parque Lefevre

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parque Lefevre. You might want to make time for a stop at Panama Viejo or National Craft Market.

Parque Lefevre
modern skyline of downtown Panama City   - skyscraper building  aerial -

Juan Diaz

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Juan Diaz. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Pueblos Commercial Center or Estadio Rommel Fernandez.

Juan Diaz
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
Panama, Panama City

Punta Pacifica

Notable for its seaside views, restaurants and casinos, Punta Pacifica is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Panama City. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Avenida Balboa or Multiplaza Pacific Mall.

Punta Pacifica
A random proposal

Don Bosco

Though Don Bosco may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Los Pueblos Commercial Center and Metromall Panama.

Don Bosco
Aerial cityscape skyline of Panama City

Obarrio

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.

Obarrio


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