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We are very happy to have found this property, the rainforest right outside the city. We split our stay in Panama between Panama City and the rainforest and this hotel did not disappoint. Our balcony overlooked the forest and every morning we opened our door to hear the birds, frogs, and one morning, a howler monkey. We took advantage of the tours to see the sloths, butterflies, frogs and the other animals whose habitat is the golf and resort property. There are very nice trails you can explore on your own or sign up for a guided tour. We also took advantage of the shuttle to go to the Parque Metropolitan where we spent more time in the natural beauty of Panama. I highly recommend adding this stop to a trip around Panama City to see the natural side of the area. The hotel does need updating. As with a lot of places, the place probably suffered during the pandemic. However, every member of the staff we came in contact with went above and beyond to make us comfortable. They were very kind and accommodating, and very helpful since we do not speak Spanish and sometimes that was a challenge. I highly recommend this property and look forward to returning.

This is a good mid range Marriott in Panama City, attached to the Albrook Mall, less than 30 mins from airport and maybe 15 mins to Casco Veija and the Canal. Rooms were good size and better than the pics on line. King bed was pretty comfortable, room on 8th floor but overlooked the regional airport. No mini bar, but ice machine on floor together with cold water and room service available. They also had a small convenience shop downstairs where you could buy soda and snacks and take back to the room. Did not bother including breakfast in the booking. There is a small breakfast place attached to the hotel and the mall, Cafe Met, where they serve good breakfasts, pastries and coffee. Much cheaper than the restaurants in the hotel. I believe Cafe Met is actually part of the hotel. We arrived late the first night and ate in the main restaurant in the hotel, Canal Bistro. it was OK. But we ate out all the other nights. There is also a nice bar down stairs. We did not use this, however. Front desk was helpful as was the concierge with recommendations for restaurants and things to see. They have a tour desk in lobby, that offers competitive tours for the city, canal, museums, Casco Veija, marina and surrounding areas, plus transport to the airport. Stayed here for 3 nights as stopover on way to Costa Rica. Nothing to do in the immediate area, other than the mall and regional airport, but much cheaper to stay here and to use cabs from hotel to get where we wanted to go, than stay close to the attractions. Good hotels in the tourist areas and business district are very expensive. All in all, good place to stay if you don't mind being out of the main tourist areas.

I had the best time staying at this hotel. The rooms were always clean and fresh. The staff was very pleasant and friendly and always ready to assist. Some notable mentions include the chief concierge Diana, who ensured that all my tours were on schedule, and who would have arranged a special birthday surprise in my room. The Canal bistro was always open on time for breakfast with exceptional service from the staff especially José and Fabio who were very pleasant and professional in performing their duties. Dinner in the Ancon Hill restaurant was also very good with excellent food and remarkable service from Sergio who was very warm, friendly and professional. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this hotel and my wife and I will definitely stay here again on our return visit to Panama.

Temporarily intent to live for one day. The location is nearly 20 kilometers away from the airport. This time, Panama needs to remind everyone that when you check-in, you will be asked why you are going to Panama, and you will be required to show the ticket and the domestic accommodation certificate. At that time, I thought that I needed a yellow book when I bought a ticket on Ctrip. Therefore, I only bought the flight ticket and did not buy the flight ticket from the country. As a result, I was not allowed to board the plane when I checked in. I said that there are regulations. Fortunately, I contacted Ctrip SOS customer service urgently and asked for a flight ticket from Panama to Canada, which was completed within one hour, because it was only one hour away from the boarding time. Finally, through Ctrip English customer service and Panama Airlines, they finally agreed to register. The Yellow Book did not ask, a false alarm. After arriving in the Panamanian state, don't stay for 15 minutes when entering the customs to confirm whether there is any suspicion of staying in the country.

If it wasn't for the pool I'd have given a higher rating. I stayed in the hotel for 11 nights. No complaints about it as I had a nice big room, everything was clean and the staff were pleasant and helpful. Unfortunately, the pool area lets the hotel down very badly and it was because there was a pool that I had chosen to stay there. I checked with 2 different people and they confirmed it was part of the hotel. The pool itself was clean but that's all I can say that's positive. There was rubbish all round the edges of the pool area, including under the stairs, the artificial grass was a mess with bits of debris on it, there were no sunbeds (the photo is clearly well out of date), there were 3 old, scruffy and dirty mattresses and the white plastic chairs were dirty. The screens covering the stored paddleboards around the sides were dirty and had bird poo on them. There were weeds. Interestingly, at weekends when there were a lot of paddle boarders, sun umbrellas, clean chairs and an awning were put out. It's a pity that the hotel guests, who were paying to stay there, weren't treated so well. There were 1, sometimes 2, men 'working' there. For hours every day they sat staring at their mobile phones, doing absolutely nothing. Perhaps this is just down to personal taste but the noisy music from the 2 adjacent restaurants was awful. Someone needs to take a good look at the pool area, get it cleaned up and invest in some sunbeds, mattresses and clean chairs. It needs to be actively managed rather than just left to deteriorate. Be warned: if you want a hotel with a nice pool to relax beside, and peace and quiet, go elsewhere.

With a stay at Canal Inn B&B Panama in Panama City, you'll be a 5-minute drive from Albrook Shopping Mall and 7 minutes from Avenida Balboa. This bed & breakfast is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Multiplaza Pacific Mall and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Amador Causeway.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.At Canal Inn B&B Panama , enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include printers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at MARINN Tropical Vibes Hotel in Panama City, you'll be 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Amador Causeway and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Avenida Balboa. This hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Albrook Shopping Mall and 6.2 mi (10.1 km) from Cinta Costera.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 6 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.