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Hotel California

Apartado 6193 Zona 5, Panama City, Panama
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Ranked #33 of 87 hotels in Panama City
3.5 of 5 stars 54 Reviews
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Rachel D
Jinotega, Nicaragua
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

We moved here from our hostel after being recommended the hotel by other travellers. We wanted more comfort and privacy, and for only $45 per night a double room, this was definitely worth it! The room was on the small side, but very clean and nicely decorated with a simple and modern style. The furniture and bed seeemed new and... More

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barakl
Tel Aviv, Israel
Contributor
15 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011

Well, I gave the highest rate to this hotel because when you compare the price of the room and what you get - its really worth it. We had some bad experience with other hotels in Panama city which were more expensive, and they were worst than this hotel. Perhaps Hotel California is not the best hotel. its location is... More

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K24681012
Halifax, Canada
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011

I stayed at hotel california a month and 2 days ago and have been travelling since. I did not receive a receipt for the room at the time because it was shared and I did not speak strong spanish to explain, I am finished travelling now and I called to tried to get one and was told there was nothing... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2011
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This place is simple and affordable. The staff speaks english and are very helpful. The rooftop patio is a great place to relax with its tiled patio and "jacuzzi". It is centrally located with easy access to taxis etc. More

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dsgray1925
Atlanta, Georgia
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9 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 June 2011
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person found this review helpful

This older Hotel has been well maintained with comfortable beds and clean bathrooms. The air conditioning is wonderful in the humidity of Panama City. It has very helpful staff and a lovely rooftop terrace with tables, chairs and a great view of the City. The small soaking pool is very relaxing. They also have a room with several exercise machines.... More

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RachM1
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2011

I had an overnight layover in Panama City and booked a room at Hotel California based on Trip Advisor reviews... Below are my thoughts: 1. Cleanliness - The room and bathroom were very clean. The hotel is currently undergoing a renovation, and I believe I was in an updated room. Definitely didn't feel the need for shower shoes, ya know?... More

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reb18
Washington, DC
Contributor
16 reviews
12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2011

A basic but well-run hotel. Our double room was very small but had a clean bathroom, quiet air conditioner and a flat screen TV. There was a very small window with no view and we heard a lot of traffic noise as the hotel is located on a very busy street. The location is nothing special but, the price was... More

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Sallygally
Cartagena, Colombia
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7 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2011

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natesack
seattle
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2010
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person found this review helpful

We stayed here for a few days at the tail end of a trip in Central America; we wanted something clean, comfortable, and in a central location for a good value and we got all of the above. However, the best part of Hotel California is Onieva, the woman at the front desk! She was always super friendly, helpful, and... More

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NICA506
SOUTH CAROLINA
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2010

I Stay for 20 days- is a better hotel than i expected clean,nice staff ,good location .Thank you to all the staff. Donald More

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Address: Apartado 6193 Zona 5, Panama City, Panama

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