El Cangrejo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit El Cangrejo
Stay near popular El Cangrejo attractions
Activities

Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private

Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience

Panama Canal Round-trip: Miraflores Locks & IMAX in English

San Blas Island-Hopping : Full-Day Adventure from Panama City
Our pick of the best El Cangrejo Hotel Deals

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

Principe Hotel and Suites
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

The District Hotel Panama
"The ONLY Reason Why I Did Not Give This Hotel “ 1 STAR” Is Because There Were Staff Who Tried To Accommodate Me And Make My Stay At This Hotel More Pleasant, Than What Was Presented To Me. The IMAGES Of Their Rooms That They Have Online IS NOT WHAT THE ROOMS Look Like In Person! They Are Definitely ..."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Novotel Panama City

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
"The hotel is good for the most part. When we stayed, it was under construction but that did not interfere with much. The breakfast was great and the staff was amazing. The hotel is close to alot of restaurants, stores and the metro. Overall I would recommend. Nowhere is perfect but it will meet your ..."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Riande Urban Hotel
"Breakfast was great. Although, the BBQ chicken on Friday night was very dry. Not very good. Potatoes and cole slaw was good, but he chicken, very over cooked."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Our guide on where to stay in El Cangrejo

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.

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.

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.

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

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


















