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

4.0 star property
4-star family-friendly hotel near Via Espana, connected to a rail/subway station

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)
Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (Cabana)
Reception
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

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Via Espana 111, Panama City, Panama, 1753
  • Via Espana
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Albrook Shopping Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside (Cabana)

Room, 2 Double Beds, View, Poolside (Cabana)

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (Cabana)

Room, 1 King Bed, View, Poolside (Cabana)

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Panama City

City center stay.You'll be steps from Via Espana and within a 10-minute walk of Crown Casino with a stay at this Bella Vista hotel. Multicentro Panama and Multiplaza Pacific Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Via Espana - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crown Casino - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 1 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 14 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Azul - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Don Lee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Junior - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

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

4-star family-friendly hotel near Via Espana, connected to a rail/subway station
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception.

A business center and 25 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 79654 square feet (7400 square meters) and includes a conference center. A casino, a children's pool, and a fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 4-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 343 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 79654 sq ft of conference space
  • 7400 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1946
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Casino
  • Karaoke
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals offers 343 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2021.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 100 slot machines
  • 4 gaming tables
  • Casino (18,580 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: PAB 44
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: PAB 44

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: PAB 27.50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of PAB 27.50 and a deposit of PAB 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 26 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: PAB 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: PAB 35 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Pet deposit: PAB 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: PAB 27.50 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus PAB 27.50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Early check-in fee: PAB 44 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: PAB 44 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

El Panama Convention Center Casino
Hotel El Panama Convention Center & Casino
Hotel El Convention Center Casino
El Convention Center Casino
Hotel El Panama Convention Center Casino Panama City
El Panama Convention Center Casino Panama City

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

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1019 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

resham

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samera

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there around Valentines Day and they had the hotel beautifully decorated for the event. Room and bathroom were large and very nice. Breakfast however could be improved with more variety. Good location and staff very helpful and pleasant . Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

RAFAEL, Irving

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul G

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is pretty dated. Staff comes across as though they do not care about your questions or requests and just want to brush you off to get you to go away. Restaurant is not bad but nothing special although it is priced similarly to better restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathtub was dirty with stains all over. Nespresso coffee machine was in the room but had to buy coffee pods for the room.. breakfast was included but substandard
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chester

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Some issues but overall a great stay.

I had a great stay as usual, but one two things bothered me. The first was the condition and cleanliness of the bathroom. It was simply not up to the standards I have experienced at this hotel in the past. The second thing was strange - the outlets by the bed were tied into the lights over the beds. As such I could not plug in my CPAP breathing device without leaving the lights on. I had to ask for an extension cord to use the machine. This is something that needs to be addressed in room 623 and wherever else it occurs. The outlets should not be tied into the lights.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The pool needs to be cleaned better. The edges around the bar area were terribly dirty. Its a big pool but it is the main feature for our stays and our recommendations. The poolside cabin was nice but stuffy like it had not been opened up for a long time. Excellent breakfast buffet and fantastic staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice older hotel with poolside cabanas and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay at your hotel. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was tasty and on time. I will recommend this hotel to anyone. Thank you😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Digno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property has seen better days.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Chester

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

There was no bottled water in the room - it always was on previous trips. Also, there was only one Nespresso Pod in the room and no creamer. There was no washcloth and only one hand towel. Everything else was great. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

GABRIEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos gustó la ubicación de la cabaña, cómoda y la mejor ubicación. La atención del personal es de primera!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great location, beautiful hotel and pool

Our stay was nice. We added two days to the beginning of our reservation due to changed plans. The first room hotel put us in was a modernized remodeled cabana pool room. Unfortunately as nice as room was there was a glass shower and toilet area w no privacy glass, so completely viewable from room. This didn’t work for our family. So I requested another room. All they had left in cabana pool rooms were the non remodeled rooms w no modernization. But had private bathroom. We decided to downgrade and move to 2 nd room option. The room smelled musty and was outdated but served its purpose. Beds were nice, right on pool deck and near breakfast buffet.
First cabana room without shower and toilet privacy
2nd cabana room-not updated but nice and comfortable
Cabana room patio
Pool at night
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy k

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Muy buenas instalaciones y limpieza, piscina amplía, pueden mejorar el servicio, personal poco amable, no hay buena atencion al visitante, no hay variedad en desayunos todos los dias es el mismo menú.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ana Yancy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very run down and old, it smells bad, the service is slow, there is a lot of noise, it is very expensive for such a bad hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Noelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For my first time in Panama, this was a lovely resort option, I enjoyed the buffet breakfast, the scenery, the staff. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Augusto

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rockeem

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The food was lovely
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Hello El Panama

Stayed here for a single night before heading to San Blas islands. Can't speak for other rooms in the hotel, but the one they assigned to me and the family was not great. Bathroom was in poor cosmetic condition, but still good functionally. Location was good, views were great and AC was fantastic. Would recommend they do some renovating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Previlson

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024