Balboa Travel Guide
Panama City

Things to do

Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Legends and Hidden Gems of Casco Viejo Tour

Panama Canal: The Most Complete Wildlife Experience

Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Top hotels in Balboa

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
"Clean rooms, great breakfast. Great air conditioning, small small pool. Great location. Friendly staff.. lots to do near by. Stairs and elevators"
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
"😊😊"
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

Megapolis Hotel Panamá
"We stayed for 4 nights, family of 3 in room 3724. The view is spectacular probably one if the best view of the city. Room is spacious, lots of pillows side chairs, table desks, refrigerator, coffee machine and we were give 2 bottles of water daily. Hotel is situated in the city near all, lots of ..."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
"This is our 2nd stay at your hotel and our stay was great as usual. Breakfast was consistent and satisfying. Staff was very helpful and pleasant. Keep it up."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Balboa

Casco Viejo
Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.

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 Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

El Cangrejo
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.

San Francisco
San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lotería Station or Santo Tomás Station to explore sights like Via Espana.

















