El Cangrejo
Panama City
Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a visit to Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Archaeological Site. Admission ticket to Panama La Vieja
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Swing on the Panama City Skyline
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Clean room Friendly, helpful staff Conveniently located
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Principe Hotel and Suites
Location was great, walkable, close to variety of restaurants. Staff was helpful and friendly. I wished the rooms had refrigerator and better WiFi.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Novotel Panama City
Enjoy everything about this hotel , location, cleanness, friendly employees, good food and good price . I will go back anytime I am in Panama .
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
My room was a really good size, nice comfortable bed very clean. Nice bathroom Staff were helpful. The hotel itself has a nice bar by the pool and good atmosphere the art structures and decor make it interesting to look at.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Ramada Panama Centro Via Argentina
The staff was super friendly
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Great breakfast! Good staff! Beautiful pool on top floor!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
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. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Crown Casino.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.
Bethania
Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
