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Hotel San Felipe

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Avenida Balboa

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Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Front of property
Reception
Deluxe Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Ave. Central entre calle 8a y 9a, Panama City
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Panama City

Central Panama City getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Casco Viejo hotel, you'll find Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Amador Causeway and Flag of Cerro Ancón are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Interoceanic Canal Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Independence Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 5 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CasaCasco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Unido - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Terraza Casacasco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Sucre Coffe House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lo Que Hay - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Felipe

4-star hotel near Avenida Balboa
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Hotel San Felipe also features spa services, a garden, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel San Felipe offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 17.55 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 17.55 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 20 per night
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel San Felipe Hotel
Hotel San Felipe Panama City
Hotel San Felipe Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel San Felipe to the airport?

Hotel San Felipe is 2.8 mi (10-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel San Felipe?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Felipe on Apr 29, 2026 start from CA $192, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel San Felipe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel San Felipe.

How close is Hotel San Felipe to the beach?

This hotel is 4.6 mi (20-min drive) from Farfan Beach and 10 mi (16-min drive) from Veracruz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel San Felipe offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel San Felipe, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20 for adults and USD 17.55 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel San Felipe?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fiesta Casino (6-min drive) and Crown Casino (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel San Felipe?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 50 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Hotel San Felipe?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 20 per night.

Does Hotel San Felipe have a pool?

Hotel San Felipe does not have a pool.

Does Hotel San Felipe have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is Hotel San Felipe to downtown Panama City?

Hotel San Felipe is 2.1 mi away from Panama City.

Hotel San Felipe Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 361 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 361 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 361 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 361 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 361 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, extremely helpful staff, and quiet for sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful, spotless, quiet, clean room. Comfy bed. Staff was very helpful and cheerful. Great location. Great air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. The food was great and the rooftop was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, all of our needs were met. Service exceeded our expectations. The room was comfortable and excellent King bed. Even though the Expedia booking said "balcony," they put us in a inner courtyard room that was much quieter than the balcony rooms facing the street. The 50" Samsung flat screen TV had free Netflix, and the room had a Nespresso machine (extra capsules were provided upon request). I would only point out one caveat for the property management: the water pressure was not very strong in the beautiful shower. It was adequate for bathing but some folks might find it lacking. Overall, this was an excellent place for our first visit to Panama City. We enjoyed the hotel restaurant (La Enemiga), but our preference was to walk a few blocks to the Mercado San Felipe Neri, where the local residents eat (huge platters of delicious food for $3 USD!). The location is outstanding for exploring the Casco Viejo (Casco Antigua) area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location. Nice room with balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room , great area and rooftop
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

omeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only complaint we have is the price they charged us for a take-out breakfast the day we left very early for a Canal tour. $30 per person!! For yogurt and granola and a croissant that was so stale we couldn't bite it. They comped us $10 each for the croissants, but if they had explained their pricing at the time we would have chosen to find food on our own.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Euless

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in an excellent location, terrific front desk staff, good breakfast options and a nice roof top terrace. Room was clean and large.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Review for the Hotel San Felipe, Old Panama City I had an absolutely fantastic stay at the Hotel San Felipe at the beginning of my Panama adventure. The location is second to none, nestled in the heart of Old Panama City. It’s incredibly walkable, allowing you to easily explore the beautiful historic buildings, delightful restaurants, and vibrant entertainment spots. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly greeted by Rommel, whose professionalism and excellent English made me feel right at home. As a solo traveler, I appreciated the attentive service; my bags were promptly taken care of, and I was personally escorted to my spotless room. The attention to detail was remarkable, and I even had a lovely shaded courtyard outside my room, perfect for escaping the intense sun or finding shelter during rain. Throughout my stay, Kimberly and Maria also went above and beyond, making sure I felt comfortable and well cared for. When I returned to the hotel later in my trip, even without a reservation, they remembered me and warmly accommodated me like family. I highly recommend the Hotel San Felipe and will definitely be returning on my next trip to Panama. I’ll also be recommending it to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

CAMILA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excelent ! - Front desk Alejandra was just AMAZING offering an outstanding customer service. - El botones y todo el staff were very kind and helpful. - Beautiful hotel and room. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JillAnne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccable service, beautiful room in the best part of Casco Viejo. Close to everything including fantastic restaurants and historic sights. Definitely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, lovely staff and a fun area outside your door for drinks and food
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ernesto

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean. Awesome location. I would give 5 stars if our room had windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayla

Travelled with group
The staff was very helpful and the room was spacious, well maintained and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, heart of old town and near great restaurants and sights. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

S

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, great staff, great time
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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