El Cangrejo
Panama City
Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Multiplaza Pacific Mall, a popular shopping spot in Panama City. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a visit to Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Monkey & Sloth Panama Canal Boat Safari with Casco Viejo Brunch
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Archaeological Site. Admission ticket to Panama La Vieja
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
The room was spotless, well cleaned! The housekeepers deserve a raise or bonus. The staffs were friendly and accommodating. The bamboo lemongrass was so awesome on my body. The location is ideal, very close to Iglesia del Carmen train station and a walk from many supermarket, stores, restaurants ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026
Principe Hotel and Suites
Don’t get me wrong it’s a nice place but they need to upgrade there WiFi is not work well. They didn’t even give you the option to rent a fridge if you needed one for the smaller queen rooms You must always give the customer the option. Just my perspective. An just a hint please get your bath drains ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
Good room.
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026
Novotel Panama City
Clean room
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Ramada Panama Centro Via Argentina
They have smart tvs in every room but not one of them work. We wanted a chill couple of nights in between travel. We switch 5 different rooms and none of the tvs worked for Netflix or prime. Why even have smart TVs. There was a cockroach in our room and they did not care. We asked for a refund and ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Downtown, Panama
Very good
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
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.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
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.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Multicentro Panama and Avenida Balboa while you're in town.
Bethania
Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
