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Best Panama City hostels

Most recommended Panama City hostels

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Hostal Amador Familiar - Panama City - Bedroom
Hostal Amador Familiar
8.8 Very good
AncónC$ 41+
C$ 41+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hostal Familiar Carmencita - Panama City - Bedroom
Hostal Familiar Carmencita
8.8 Very good
Bella VistaC$ 58+
C$ 58+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
La tribu hostel
8.7 Very good
CalidoniaC$ 38+
C$ 38+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
El Machico Hostel
8.1 Very good
Bella VistaC$ 60+
C$ 60+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hostal Gemar
7.9 Good
BethaniaC$ 39+
C$ 39+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Canal In Hostal
7.8 Good
AncónC$ 75+
C$ 75+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Casa Ramirez
San FranciscoC$ 49+
C$ 49+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Bodhi Panama City
8.7 Very good
AncónC$ 53+
C$ 53+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Eden`s Garden Hostel
8.3 Very good
San FranciscoC$ 53+
C$ 53+
Free Wi-Fi
Casa Areka
8.3 Very good
San FranciscoC$ 49+
C$ 49+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Blu Hostel
8.2 Very good
Bella VistaC$ 43+
C$ 43+
Free Wi-Fi
Hostel Mamallena
8 Very good
CalidoniaC$ 39+
C$ 39+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hostal Villa Grande
7.9 Good
CalidoniaC$ 57+
C$ 57+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Panama Hat Hostel
7.9 Good
Bella VistaC$ 53+
C$ 53+
Free Wi-Fi
Hostel Siriri
Bella VistaC$ 296+
C$ 296+
Free Wi-Fi

Panama City hostels near the city centre

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Hostal Loco Coco Loco - Panama City - Living room
Hostal Loco Coco Loco
8 Very good
Bella VistaC$ 53+
C$ 53+
Hostel Casa 33 - Panama City - Patio
Hostel Casa 33
7.3 Good
Bella VistaC$ 34+
C$ 34+
Zebulo Hostel
7.7 Good
Bella VistaC$ 46+
C$ 46+
Los Mostros Hostel
8.5 Very good
Bella VistaC$ 68+
C$ 68+

How much is a Panama City hostel?

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Low season

March

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 49

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 54
Cheapest month to stay with an average 59% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 75% rise in price.
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When to book a hostel in Panama City

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Top tips for finding Panama City hostel deals

  • There is a group of hostels in Panama City that stretches from the Sosa Hill neighborhood in the west to San Francisco in the east. This area near the southern coastline is full of places of interest, such as the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Afro-Antillean Museum. There is a metro that runs along Via España and buses that run along Calle 50, which are two of the major roads that traverse the city.
  • El Machico Hostel on Calle 47 is just outside the city center and is a very affordable option for groups, as they offer multi-bed dormitories, community bathrooms, and a swimming pool. Metropolitan Nature Park, the Museum of Natural Science, and two casinos are within two miles of this property; there is a T.G.I. Friday’s as well as a Hard Rock Café and a couple of supermarkets near this hostel in Panama City.
  • The accommodations at Hostal Entre 2 Aguas consist mainly of spacious private rooms with en-suite baths, which should be an attractive option for couples. Also, there is an airport shuttle available for a fee, and you can park at the property for free. Andres Bello Park is a short walk from this location, and both the Museum of Natural Science and Metropolitan Nature Park are accessible by bus. In addition, there is a metro station at Via Argentina a couple of blocks away. El Trapiche and El Caribe are two nearby restaurants that serve Caribbean cuisine.
  • Sophia’s Hostel is a very inexpensive accommodation on Calle 54 in Marbella near the heart of the city, providing lodgings that feature numerous multi-bed dorm rooms with shared bathrooms, which should please the solo traveler on a limited budget. This hostel in Panama City is a short distance from Avenida Balboa, Venito Casino, and Multiplaza Pacific; plus, there are a variety of eateries in the area, such as Mexicantina, La Luncheria, and Peru Chicken.
  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Panama City, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Panama City in March and June.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Panama City if you stay on a Sunday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Saturday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 57 days before your stay to get the best price for a Panama City hostel.

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