Hotel Caribe

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Albrook Shopping Mall

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Avenida Perú esquina con Calle 28, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Avenida Central
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinta Costera
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room Standard

  • Sleeps 1

About the area

Panama City

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Calidonia hotel, you'll find Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Albrook Shopping Mall and Multiplaza Pacific Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Avenida Central - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Museum of Natural Science - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cinta Costera - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Via Espana - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 6 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 13 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cielo rooftop bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Café Boulevard Balboa - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Paris Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Saoco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Pizzería Romanaccio - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Caribe

3-star hotel near Albrook Shopping Mall
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A business center and 3 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Hotel Caribe. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 153 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel Caribe offers 153 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Panama City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Caribe

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: PAB 30 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)

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

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Caribe Panama City
Hotel Caribe Panama City
Hotel Caribe Hotel
Hotel Caribe Panama City
Hotel Caribe Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Caribe to the airport?

Hotel Caribe is 2.3 mi (9-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 Caribe?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Caribe on May 5, 2026 start from CA $63, 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 Caribe have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Caribe offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of PAB 30 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Hotel Caribe to the beach?

This hotel is 7 mi (23-min drive) from Farfan Beach and 10.5 mi (18-min drive) from Veracruz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Caribe offer free breakfast?

Hotel Caribe does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Caribe?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fiesta Casino (3-min drive) and Crown Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Caribe?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Caribe?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Caribe have a pool?

Hotel Caribe features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Caribe have a restaurant?

Hotel Caribe is home to Sol del Caribe, which features local cuisine.

Does Hotel Caribe have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Caribe to downtown Panama City?

Hotel Caribe is 1.4 mi away from Panama City.

Hotel Caribe Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 313 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness
The welcoming by the receptionist staff was was underwhelming. They did not even provide me with a wifi password. The wifi was very slow. I was barely able to call and secure an uber. If you need to do work, this is not the place to stay for that! On the good aspects, the bed was great. I had a good sleep. While the building is dated, is needing maintenance and care
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean, safe hotel in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ivette, Guayaquil

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Renzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is 2 stars at best. Room provided the bare minimum although the towels were soft and fluffy. No security box, no hair dryer, no dresser, etc..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

The problem was when I arrived they did not honor my reservation. They informed me that the people before me had a problem with their tour bus breaking down. Therefore they offered to send me to some flea bag hotel for the night. Outside the front door you can smell the open sewer. It’s a good price!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lue Anda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel Caribe is an older hotel in Panama City in a convenient location that is very close to must see areas. The metro (bus and train) and lots of taxis close by and reliable. Supermarket one block away and 24hrs. Most staff are friendly however most don't speak English so difficult to communicate. One staff member spoke English, and he was extremely courteous and friendly. He made us feel comfortable. One staff member at the front door with a bald head was rude and impolite. He had no manners and not friendly at all. Housekeeping and front desk were friendly and helpful. Because it is an older hotel that are no modern comforts like a refrigerator or microwave in the hotel rooms. Also, the rooms have older air-condition units, make noise, but it is not overbearing. However, there is hot water so that was good and also an elevator which moves a bit slow but still reliable. This experience is still disturbing to me: our toilet got clogged and the impolite staff member came up to unclog it with the plunger. After he unclogged it, I heard him put on the shower and I am assuming he cleaned the plunger that was just in the toilet with toilet paper and human waste in the shower area. Then he calls my son into the bathroom and I come as well and he is like "Mister, no put any paper in the toilet put toilet paper you use in waste basket". He then proceeds to take the hotel hand we are using to wash his hands. I went to supermarket bought cleaning supplies and cleaned up
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Leroy

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Clifton

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t have a refrigerator which I needed to store my medicine! They didn’t have one available and I can tell they went and bought a brand new one!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

HUGH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located near to the malls and other places of interest. The surrounding area was not so sophisticated but I appreciated the large supermarket close by. I didn’t have much problem with noise which was limited mainly to the motor vehicles traversing the road. Taking the uber was easy and cost effective. My room was very clean and I got room service every day. I really appreciated the ladies who took care of the room, the were very professional and courteous. The lobby staff were helpful and professional. Check in and check out was very easy. The breakfast served was very delicious every morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Long waits for service such as parking. Tv had no reception, AC barely functions, no hot water
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The pool & bar were good, The view both day & night was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Radcliffe

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Good Services for short-term stay
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajwatie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The same day I checked into caribé I was checked out in less than four hours. It looks nothing like the pictures, the outside of the hotel is nasty and looks horrible. I had to stop someone and ask if I was at the right place. Upon entering the room, it’s dimly lit due to one light bulb in the room, the furniture is outdated and the noise outside is unbearable. I would not recommend anyone to stay at this hotel, this hotel is a catfish and looks nothing like the photos, it’s just dingy looking and I felt so unsafe being there. I contacted Expedia immediately and demanded a refund, I told them they could keep one night but I needed to leave, the aesthetic of this place almost ruined my boyfriend birthday trip and I will not recommend anyone to stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jefferson De

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was too bad but needs some upgrades
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gladys

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was good. Cons: hot water wasn't hot it barely got to lukewarm and TV never worked even when they sent someone to check on it. Ended up using my own accounts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Frandero

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025