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Our top choices for Balboa hotels

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and glass-top tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the interior.

1. The Balboa Inn

The Balboa Inn
3.0 star property
Balboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (162 reviews)
"Nice room, great AC. Convenient to town."
United States
Rhonda
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Balboa Inn
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a lamp, and a bed in the background.

2. Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
4.5 star property
Amador, 1.9 km from Balboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"The Radisson is an awesome place. I stay here all the time when I come to the city."
Canada
Albert
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
A pool area with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

3. Albrook Inn

Albrook Inn
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Balboa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (657 reviews)
"It was good for the price, very close to the Albrook airport and a short drive to the mall. Fun walking trail, good restaurant, and the the breakfast was included"
United States
Mario
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Albrook Inn
A hotel hallway with wooden doors, a central staircase, and potted plants.

4. Hotel Caracas - Casco Viejo

Hotel Caracas - Casco Viejo
3.0 star property
Santa Ana, 2.5 km from Balboa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (25 reviews)
"great staff"
United States
Keith
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Caracas - Casco Viejo
A modern indoor pool area with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a wall of plants.

5. Casco View Life Residences

Casco View Life Residences
4.0 star property
Santa Ana, 2.3 km from Balboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113 reviews)
"Amazing location and comfort"
United States
Ruben
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Casco View Life Residences
A spacious living room with blue sofas, a marble coffee table, and framed pictures on the walls.

6. Hotel Magnolia Boutique

Hotel Magnolia Boutique
2.0 star property
San Felipe, 2.8 km from Balboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (535 reviews)
"Fantastic location and very friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommended!"
Canada
Cathy
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Magnolia Boutique
A modern interior with a colorful mural, hanging plants, and a staircase.

7. Canova

Canova
3.0 star property
Calidonia, 2.8 km from Balboa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (218 reviews)
"A great no frills hotel choice. My first choice when solo traveling to Panama city. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the staff is friendly."
United States
george
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Canova
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, overlooking a city skyline at sunset.

8. Marriott Panama Hotel

Marriott Panama Hotel
4.0 star property
1.8 km from Balboa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Guadalupe
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Marriott Panama Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, a door, and a small table with a lamp.

9. Tantalo Hotel

Tantalo Hotel
3.5 star property
San Felipe, 2.8 km from Balboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (341 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Rooms are large with all the amenities you would need! Beautiful art and aesthetic to every room!"
United States
Cynthia
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Tantalo Hotel
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a table, overlooking a city skyline and the ocean.

10. Hotel Caribe

Hotel Caribe
3.0 star property
Calidonia, 2.7 km from Balboa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"The room was neat and clean. Not much of a variety in breakfast to choose. Friendly staff the moment you step in the hotel. Despite the Earthquake we experienced on october 9th, 2026, the hotel staff was very helpful accompanying the guests with their evacuation plan. The only minor issue is that the neighborhood is not so clean once you step out of the hotel. A lot of stores and shops nearby. Surely would recommend this hotel."
United States
Jeff
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Caribe
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a small side table with a plant.

11. Residencial & Hotel Palazzo

Residencial & Hotel Palazzo
3.0 star property
Calidonia, 2.9 km from Balboa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (163 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and the room was very clean and nice 👌"
United States
Antonio
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Residencial & Hotel Palazzo
A balcony with a view of a cityscape, including a river and a bridge.

12. Oasis Hotel

Oasis Hotel
3.0 star property
San Felipe, 2.8 km from Balboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
"I enjoyed everything about my stay,the view was amazing and the location was perfect!! I would definitely stay here in the future!!"
United States
Charles
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Oasis Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a city view, and a lamp.

13. Hotel República

Hotel República
2.0 star property
Santa Ana, 2.3 km from Balboa
6.8 out of 10, (197 reviews)
"Good location. Walking distance to shops and public transport."
Canada
Danilo
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hotel República
A hotel lobby with a staircase, red sofas, a table with a lamp, and a ceiling with a floral design.

14. Hotel Lisboa

Hotel Lisboa
3.0 star property
Calidonia, 3.1 km from Balboa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (69 reviews)
"Air conditioning worked fine, the area isn't completely save, specially the blocks behind the hotel."
United States
Rodrigo
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Lisboa
A pool area with lounge chairs, a white building with a crest, and a clear view of the ocean.

15. Hotel Faranda Express Soloy and Casino, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Faranda Express Soloy and Casino, a member of Radisson Individuals
2.5 star property
Calidonia, 2.8 km from Balboa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (467 reviews)
"We had a great experience here. The room was very clean, breakfast was good and the staff were very friendly and helpful."
United States
Shannon
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hotel Faranda Express Soloy and Casino, a member of Radisson Individuals
A wooden door with a number plate, a black and white striped bag, and a lantern on the ground.

16. Hotel Casa Panamá

Hotel Casa Panamá
4.0 star property
San Felipe, 2.7 km from Balboa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (767 reviews)
"Overall a good place to stay for exploring Panama. Lots of restaurants and activities walking distance."
United States
Naveera Jyoti
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Casa Panamá
A rooftop pool with a city skyline view, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

17. Hotel Latino

Hotel Latino
3.0 star property
Calidonia, 3.3 km from Balboa
6.6 out of 10, (253 reviews)
"Exelente"
United States
Amed
The price is €24
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Latino
The exterior of Hotel Marparaiso with a sign indicating the 'ABIERTO' entrance.

18. Hotel Marparaiso

Hotel Marparaiso
3.0 star property
Calidonia, 3.3 km from Balboa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (211 reviews)
"The location was ideal for walking around."
United States
Erold
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Marparaiso
A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wardrobe.

19. Hotel Discovery

Hotel Discovery
2.5 star property
Calidonia, 3.2 km from Balboa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (209 reviews)
"excelete hotel"
Brazil
Emilio T
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Discovery
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a mirror, and a staircase.

20. Hotel Bardot Boutique

Hotel Bardot Boutique
3.0 star property
San Felipe, 3.2 km from Balboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"Excellent location to walk around, visit local attractions and restaurants in the old city."
United States
Luz
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Bardot Boutique
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Compare popular hotels in Balboa

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and glass-top tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the interior.
The Balboa Inn
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
162 reviews
View
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a lamp, and a bed in the background.
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
4.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,011 reviews
View
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, overlooking a city skyline at sunset.
Marriott Panama Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
A modern indoor pool area with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a wall of plants.
Casco View Life Residences
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
113 reviews
View
A spacious living room with blue sofas, a marble coffee table, and framed pictures on the walls.
Hotel Magnolia Boutique
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
535 reviews
View

Where to stay in Balboa

Find the best Balboa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent church tower, a river, and distant mountains.

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.

A modern, spiraling skyscraper with a unique design, surrounded by other buildings in an urban setting.
Photo by Fabiola Tile
Open Photo by Fabiola Tile

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.

A city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a river in the foreground.

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.

A bridge over a body of water with several boats.

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.

A building with three arched windows, a balcony with wrought iron railings, and a tiled roof.

San Felipe

While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.

Top Balboa Hotel Reviews

The Executive Hotel

The Executive Hotel

8/10 Good
"The staff were very helpful and friendly, also it was a nice location to restaurants and some attractions"
Shereka 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Executive Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Balboa like?
Balboa is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its shopping and restaurants.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Balboa?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Balboa Inn is the highest ranked property in Balboa. This B&B offers an outdoor pool and free parking.
How many hotels will I find in Balboa?
Expedia has 6 Balboa hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Ancon area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Balboa, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Balboa.
What are the top things to see and do in Balboa?
A few places to visit in the area around Balboa include Albrook Shopping Mall, Flag of Cerro Ancón and Ancon Hill. When you're sightseeing in Ancon, Bridge of the Americas and Mi Pueblito are also worth a stop.