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Panama City

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Via Espana 111, Panama City, 1753

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodation

    Experience the epitome of comfort at El Panama by Faranda, boasting air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. Relax in style with private bathrooms, coffee-makers, and scenic pool views available in select rooms.

  • Unmatched Facilities

    Indulge in endless entertainment options with a casino, fitness centre, and outdoor pool at your disposal. The on-site convention centre caters to events of all sizes, accommodating up to 5,000 guests. Additionally, relish a diverse culinary experience at our 3 international restaurants, including Japanese and Barbecue specialties.

  • Convenient Location

    Conveniently situated near Panama Metro Station, exploring the city is a breeze. With Tocumen Airport just a short drive away and shuttle services for guests, seamless travel is guaranteed.

Book now for a memorable stay at El Panama by Faranda!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Attentive, friendly staff

  • Central, safe location (close to metro and restaurants)

  • Spacious rooms and comfortable beds

At the hotel

Popular amenities

99 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Allergy-free room
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Pools & wellness

  • Fence around pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Steam room
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Public Bath
  • Soundproof rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Business center
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • Casino
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key card access
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
  • Shallow end
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

3,547 reviews
10/ 10
Todo me gustó la atención el desayuno y el almuerzo.
ETHLYN · solo traveller · 2026-10-24

The guest experience

7.8out of 10
3547 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Attentive, friendly staff
  • Central, safe location (close to metro and restaurants)
  • Spacious rooms and comfortable beds
  • Excellent and varied breakfast
  • Pool and pleasant common areas

Worth knowing — Outdated facilities and furniture · Dusty/mildew smells and some unclean bathrooms · Pool water cleanliness issues · Noise from parties/events at night · Bathroom/maintenance problems in some rooms

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.2

    Repeatedly described as central, close to metro, safe and convenient for restaurants/shops — location is one of the hotel's highlights.

  • Service9.0

    Numerous comments praise attentive, friendly staff and specific help (e.g., Viktor on reception), indicating strong service.

  • Food and Beverage8.5

    Breakfast is frequently described as excellent and very varied; minor negatives include moved items and limited vegetarian options.

  • Overall Experience7.9

    Overall positive stays driven by location, service and breakfast, tempered by noise incidents, dated facilities and some cleanliness/maintenance problems.

  • Amenities7.6

    Pool and common areas are appreciated and the hotel offers solid amenities, but the pool and some facilities are dated and sometimes poorly maintained.

  • Value for Money7.4

    Guests often say the hotel is worth its price ("vale lo que se paga") thanks to location and breakfast, though dated condition reduces perceived value.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

62% of 13 recent stays rated 8+

7.83547 reviews
  • Guest review

    10/10

    ETHLYN · solo traveller · 2026-10-24

    “Todo me gustó la atención el desayuno y el almuerzo.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Renee · family with children · 2026-10-23

    “Wish that they had night entertainment”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    sierra quijano · family with children · 2026-10-22

    “La alberca es excelente”

  • Bien pero con puntos de mejora

    7/10

    Medina · couple · 2026-10-21

    “La habitación y la piscina”

  • Baja relacion precio calidad

    6/10

    Carlos · couple · 2026-10-19

    “Piscina con poco cuidado diario, las zonas de servicio nunca han sido remodeladas, ascensores a veces se detienen y tuvimos que usar los de servicio.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Q · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “The location. Breakfast being included all onsite services and mostly the pool with swim up bar!”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Julio · couple · 2026-10-18

    “el desayuno variado, piscina”

  • Beds comfortable . Bathroom fixtures falling of the wall Tub old and dirty Jad to report twice to get it cleaned..

    7/10

    Clinton · couple · 2026-10-17

    “Good location”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Estrella · family with children · 2026-10-17

    “La habitación estaba muy bien, piscina también, cómodo, buen entorno. Desayuno bien en general, no tan variado.”

  • Guest review

    4/10

    Camila · couple · 2026-10-17

    “El personal era muy amable, especialmente las personas de la recepción.”

  • Für eine Nacht okay.

    7/10

    Ronald · family with children · 2026-10-17

    “Der Pool ist sehr schön und das Personal ist sehr nett. Wir haben zwei riesige Suiten bekommen obwohl wir nur normale Zimmer gebucht hatten.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    VIVIAN CAROLINA · couple · 2026-10-16

    “Me gustó, su ubicación, sus instalaciones, la comida”

  • Nivel de satisfacción

    8/10

    Calpa Juaginoy · family with children · 2026-10-15

    “La atención del administrador, que nos colaboró de manera muy amable siempre”

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