Balboa
Panama City
Things to do
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Panama Canal Round-trip: Miraflores Locks & IMAX - Afternoon
Top hotels in Balboa
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
"The facilities were not clean; the room smelled bad and was very damp. There weren't enough towels—none for drying one's face, for the floor, or for drying off after a shower. There wasn't enough staff to carry luggage to the rooms; in fact, I had to carry my own bags. The pool is too small for the ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2026
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
"Everything was super good"
Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2026
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
"The hotel was very nice. The staff was wonderful."
Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2026
Principe Hotel and Suites
"Great place and super value but the WiFi was unstable and often unavailable."
Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2026
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
"Love the breakfast and the rooms were amazing"
Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2026
The Executive Hotel
"Very nice place and a great price plus its close to the airport"
Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2026
Where to stay in Balboa
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. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.
El Cangrejo
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.
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.
Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to explore sights like Via Espana.
