Panama Canal Zone

Travel Guide

Bridge of the Americas  (Puente de las Americas).  Once known as Thatcher Ferry Bridge, near an industrial shipping zone in Panama close to the the Panama Canal.
Panama Canal with blue sky
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Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone

Balboa

Balboa

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Balboa. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Albrook Shopping Mall and Bridge of the Americas, a few notable attractions nearby.

Balboa
Beautiful aerial view of the Beautiful aerial view of the Panama Channel on the Sunset

Barrio Sur

If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Sur
Cristobal

Cristobal

Travelers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.

Cristobal
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Coco Solo

If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Coco Solo
Barcelona Christopher Columbus monument

Barrio Norte

While visiting Barrio Norte, you might make a stop by sights like Monument to Christopher Columbus and Limon Bay.

Barrio Norte
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Gatun

The museums and monuments are just a few features travelers like about Gatun. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatún Dam are a few top places to visit.

Gatun
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

4.5 out of 5
Amador Avenue & Van Hook Street Panama City Panama
The price is NT$2,702 per night from May 29 to May 30
NT$2,702
NT$2,972 total
May 29 - May 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
Marriott Panama Hotel

Marriott Panama Hotel

4 out of 5
Roosevelt Ave., Allbrook Mall Panama City Panama
The price is NT$4,804 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
NT$4,804
NT$5,284 total
May 31 - Jun 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The rooms and surroundings were clean. The staff was very hospitable. There was a shopping mall attached to the hotel. Tbe breakfast buffet was pretty good."

Reviewed on 2026/5/17

Marriott Panama Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is NT$4,583 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
NT$4,583
NT$5,041 total
May 31 - Jun 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,462 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with very helpful staff 5 stars!!!"

Reviewed on 2026/5/22

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Palma Experience

La Palma Experience

3 out of 5
Amador Downtown Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"Me encantó muy organizado, muy limpio, las personas que trabajan en este hotel son muy amables volvería sin duda muchas gracias"

Reviewed on 2026/2/17

La Palma Experience
Arcadia Condo Suites

Arcadia Condo Suites

2.5 out of 5
Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
"Everything was amazing"

Reviewed on 2026/5/18

Arcadia Condo Suites
Boutique Apartments Panama

Boutique Apartments Panama

3.5 out of 5
Av. 5a B. Sur Panama City Panama
Stay at this apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
7.8/10 Good! (299 reviews)
"Wasn't as clean as my first visit. Enjoyed it nevertheless. Would def be back because it's family friendly and affordable"

Reviewed on 2026/5/18

Boutique Apartments Panama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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