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Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention centre, near Via Espana
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
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Exterior
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)
Reception
Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (Cabana)
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Casino
  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Casino
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Room service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, View, Poolside (Cabana)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside (Cabana)

Room, 2 Double Beds, View, Poolside (Cabana)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, View, Poolside (Cabana)

Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (Cabana)

Room, 1 King Bed, View, Poolside (Cabana)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Cabana)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Twin Room Premium With Street View

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room Premium With Street View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room Premium With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room Premium With Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Twin Room Standard With Street View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Twin Room Premium With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Twin Room Junior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room Premium With Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Presidential

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room Standard With Street View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room Junior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Chalet Luxury With Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Chalet Luxury With Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite Luxury

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Via Espana 111, Panama City, Panama, 1753

What's nearby

  • Via Espana - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crown Casino - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 9 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 14 min drive
  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 1 min walk
  • Vía Argentina - 12 min walk
  • Santo Tomas Station - 19 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Azul - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Don Lee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Junior - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals is just 3.7 mi (6 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials or body scrubs. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a casino and an outdoor pool. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Iglesia del Carmen Station is steps away and Vía Argentina is 12 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 343 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 1 PM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 12 kg per pet)*
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls and off-lead area available
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
    • Free secured, covered on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Bus station shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Local/corner shop
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Karaoke
  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 25 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (79654 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1946
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Communal living room
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 casino gaming tables
  • 100 casino slot machines
  • Casino VIP room
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 110
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 110
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuffle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • 4 steps to reach property
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of PAB 35 per person (one-way)
  • Bus station shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of PAB 44 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of PAB 44 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 18 costs PAB 35 (one-way)

Pets

  • Pet deposit: PAB 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PAB 27.50 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of PAB 27.50

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
  • Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

El Panama Convention Center Casino
Hotel El Panama Convention Center & Casino
Hotel El Convention Center Casino
El Convention Center Casino
Hotel El Panama Convention Center Casino Panama City
El Panama Convention Center Casino Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 12 kg per pet. There's a charge of PAB 27.50 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of PAB 100 per stay. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is PAB 35 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of PAB 44 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 1 PM. Late check-out is available for a charge of PAB 44 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Yes, the 18580 square-foot casino features 100 slot machines and 4 gaming tables.
What is there to do at Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals and nearby?
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals has 2 bars, a casino and a spa, as well as an outdoor pool, a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals like?
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals is in Bella Vista, a short 1-minute walk from Iglesia del Carmen Station and 11 minutes' walk from Avenida Balboa.

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Ana, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

jesus m, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yaribeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff was friendly which made the stay enjoyable.
Donnielle, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved its clean and big area!
Hellen, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Alifa, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Overall it was a nice place and local to everything. They had metro close for exploring and available taxis.
Lora, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

For me wonderful and family
Fitzgregory, 9-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca, 12-night trip
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6/10 Good

Pool area and grounds need updated
Mc Keisha, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Young man at pool bar provided superb service and his food presentation was fabulous (Saturday 24 August 2024).
frank, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Alpesh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

No dustbin in room and find hair on bed and staff was rude and they ask $55 to visiter my room and they make me pay that money very rude Behevier and casino on property nasty to spend $2000 nothing I never recommend this property save money thank you they just robbing people
Alpesh, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lynette, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Loud at night beside the pool area I think two queen sized beds would improve the stay rather than two doubles Very nice staff
Laurie-Ann, 10-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Devendra, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Julian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

100/10 😊
Damielia, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

the pool and restaurant
Loris, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Extremely dated hotel, especially the bathrooms. Location is the only positive.
Ramon, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

4 star with no hot water?
While I was here there was no hot water for the entire building. The building also was located in a somewhat sketchy neighborhood. There is no way I would stay here again.
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff were very professional and pleasant. Food taste good
Nicholas, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The cabanas are a great poolside option.
Glenn, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Aneudi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Marlon, 16-night trip
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