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Hotel Covadonga

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Avenida Balboa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool
Reception
Standard Room, Accessible
Bar (on property)
Point of interest

Reviews

4.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Room service
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Accessible

Standard Twin Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, Accessible

Standard Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Calle 29 Entre Av Cuba y Av Peru, Panama City, Panama, 8190-7318

What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cinta Costera - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Amador Causeway - 9 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 7 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 21 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 10 min drive
  • Estación Lotería - 4 min walk
  • Santo Tomas Station - 11 min walk
  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 26 min walk
  • Free train station pickup
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Boulevard Balboa - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Faro del Casco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pío Pío - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Covadonga

Hotel Covadonga is just 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from the airport and offers drop-off service (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Covadonga, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera are within a short 10-minute walk. Public transportation is only a short walk: Estación Lotería is 4 minutes and Santo Tomas Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 65 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 2 PM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 10 kg per pet)*
  • Specific rooms only*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport drop-off (available 24 hours)*
  • Free train station pickup

Off-site

  • Area shuttle within 2 km*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • First-run films

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Covadonga – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PAB 5 to 20 for adults and PAB 5 to 20 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of PAB 45 per person
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of 25 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for PAB 25 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for PAB 10 per day

Pets

  • Pet deposit: PAB 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of PAB 20 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Covadonga Panama City
Hotel Covadonga
Hotel Covadonga Panama City
Hotel Covadonga Panama/Panama City
Hotel Covadonga Hotel
Hotel Covadonga Panama City
Hotel Covadonga Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Covadonga offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Covadonga 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 Covadonga?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Covadonga?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 10 kg per pet. There's a charge of PAB 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of PAB 100 per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Covadonga?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Covadonga?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is PAB 45 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Covadonga?
Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 2 PM. Late check-out is available for a 25% charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Covadonga?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (3-min drive) and Crown Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Covadonga and nearby?
Hotel Covadonga has an outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Covadonga?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Covadonga.
What's the area around Hotel Covadonga like?
Hotel Covadonga is in Calidonia, a short 4-minute walk from Estación Lotería and 4 minutes' walk from Avenida Balboa.

Hotel Covadonga Reviews

Reviews

4.2

5.0/10

Cleanliness

4.4/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

We already prepaid for this establishment and were given a hard time when we arrived.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Never again
I'm not demanding when it comes to a hotel at this rate, but this one just doesn't even cut it. The room I got was moldy, stinky, and very run down. The restroom smelled foul since the drain was right there. The ceiling in the room had wet stains all over; the phone didn't work (not that I needed it, but still); wires were run on the wall as if a beginner electrician had done the job; the staff was very rude (and yes, I'm fluent in Spanish so I could easily communicate with them); even though my booking included (and I paid for) breakfast, I was denied it the first few days since the restaurant and hotel people (same owner) hadn't worked out how to deal with charge back or something weird. One person told me the hotel and the restaurant staff didn't get along while another person simply told me "sorry, we don't include breakfast anymore." On the 3rd day, I went to the restaurant and was actually given breakfast without a problem. It was someone else at that time. It just seemed like people only bickered with each other and didn't communicate with one another or cared about their customers' needs. I demanded to talk to the owner but every time I was told he'd be there, he never showed up and had an excuse. I stayed in Panama for a week, but fortunately, I didn't book the hotel for the entire week - lucky me!
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

ok
It' ok stay here
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

stay at hotel Covadonga
Hotel staff not very pleasant or helpful. Service in restaurant fair. Breakfast service and quality not very satisfactory. Infrastructure in need of some repair e.g. toilet tanks, door locks, bathroom enclosure. Neighborhood and location very good. Access to places of interest, transport excellent.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

stay away
Maid forgot to make the room twice, the reason unknown, she might have been busy. Ask the front desk to wake me up at 5 a.m and she did at 6.15 a.m almost lost my plane reservation, staff at the front desk not very helpful, the included breakfast was terrible.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Very Bad
I am in Panama for 4 days for school. This hotel is very bad the staff is very good. The bath room my toilet seat cover is on the ground. The shower is not clean; I am going to tell you that I won’t back my money. No, what I need is this sends someone to check the hotels before you book them because what happen to me is not go. Never again
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2/10 Poor

Never again
I was looking for something super-simple. A bed where I could crash onto after a day enjoying the city. The price of Covadonga attracted me. My first impression when I got there was scary: the police car was blocking the street, transvestites were screaming and a couple of ''soldiers'' (dressed like that) were hanging rifles. I thought to myself ''today is not my lucky day''. When I got to the hotel reception I was sure of that! the lady was nice with me, saying that she did not recommend me to go out after 6PM. I was starving... she escorted me two buildings away, in order to let me into the Cassino (through the emergency exit) to go to the restaurants area. I was a nightmare. everyday it was the same. They have pigeons living under each hotel room... and they can be very noisy at early mornings. I slept dressed the way I was. The sheets were disgusting.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

dreadful, place not safe to tourist
Dreadful..My husband and I cant believe that this is a hotel..we booked for 7nights and we only stay for s hours to get another hotel ..as tourist it was very diappointing.. but we got a nice and affordable hotel..hotel aramo its very affordable. clean, nice staffs and good breakfast.. we met a very nice taxi driver who made our vacation wonderful and marvelous in Panama..
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Definitely Not Impressed
The hotel did not feel safe. Most of the advertised features do not exist. There is no private beach, no in-room safe etc. The location is rundown and seedy. The shower was a hosepipe sticking out of the wall, with only cold water. The window looked out at the next room from behind bars. Only the breakfast was reasonable.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

For staying in Panama City, this was a cozy place compared to staying in a hostel. You get a nice bathroom with a shower and sink. A TV with many channels and a clean bed to sleep in. The ladies were very nice who work there. My only complaint wod be the neighborhood scene, kind of sketchy with a lot of "women looking for entertainment " but other than that we felt safe. There is a great 24 hour restaurant two blocks away that had great food and great service, I highly recommend it.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Beware
The hotel is in two parts, one is "by the hour". The neighborhood after dark is crawling with prostitutes. The staff speak only Spanish, with one exception. As a result three days in a row without a towel. One day they even removed the clean extra towel from the room. Air conditioning kept breaking down, and getting it fixed with limited Spanish was hard. No laundry facilities. Restaurant is fine if simple.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Life's too short
Spend a few extra dollars and stay somewhere else!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

OK for the low paid
Hotels are expensive in Panama City. Receptionist was good and check-in quite quick. Breakfast is nice though not a buffet. The restaurent appears to be popular with lot of locals. The air-conditioner worked well but it was quite noisy one. The room did not have a chair/stool but it was clean and so also the toilet with hot water. TV was fine. It costed me $25 for a taxi arranged by the hotel to the airport. But there are also cheaper public buses to the airport. Locally taxis are cheap in this city. Helpful front desk staff - one spoke fluent English at the night time when I checked in(quite helpful person indeed!) and the other person the next day did not know any English but we managed to communicate and I had a taxi quickly. The hotel is in city centre.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Small rooms, bad neighborhood and unkind
This is, I think, the worst hotel I have ever stayed. Among the things they offer and does not exist: no private beach (impossible they’re in the middle of the city); therefore no ocean o water view; no buffet, although there is a complimentary “a la carte” menu. In addition the people in the front desk were unhelpful and not kind of all, with exception of the owners who arrived only at nights. The rooms are really small and the beds unconformable and small for two persons. The air conditioning in our room worked okay. The room wasn’t cleaned for the second day. The neighborhood looked unsafe, and was unsafe, so we were told, though is centric and fair close to the malls and other attractions. Too much thins to put up with for a low rate!!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice rooftop pool
Maybe a little more expensive than hotels on the same street. Others can be found for $36, but do no tinclude breakfast or have pool. women workign htere very friendly and helpful
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Inexpensive but value for the money
This a family owned establishment and for the money we spent we got full value for it. The owner was extremely cooperative when we asked for other rooms to be shown. One person who made the difference is Mary Damaris Rodriguez, in the restaurant, who found solutions to all our local problems.. We did have a pleasant stay of 4 days. I would recommend this hotel
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8/10 Very good

cheap and convenient
This is not a hotel for lounging around and relaxing. The room are very sparse with tile floors, but a decent air conditioner. If your trip is all about exploring Panama City and only needing a place to sleep, this is the hotel for you. The internet was surprising fast and the staff was very, very helpful and courteous.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

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4/10 Fair

Hotel in Panama City
The hotel is very old but the staff was very friendly and helpful. It suited my need for a quick trip to the airport. it rated as two star which is a correct rating.
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6/10 Good

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4/10 Fair

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8/10 Very good

Hotel Covadonga-just basic hotel
I found the hotel room adequate for a quick overnight stay when you are exhauasted from travel. The room was pretty bare bone but not completely uncomfortable. It did have a TV but no shampoo in the bathroom. The cooler was a window unit so it worked fine but had the ususal noise. Hotel and restaurant personel do not speck English and do not go out of their way to provide any service. Room was clean and even on a Friday night the hotel was quiet. It is on a side street but I got a taxis easily.
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6/10 Good

Hotel Covadonga
Room was a little musty smelling when I arrived but the air conditioner soon brought it under control. Not the Ritz Carlton but convenient to Gilbert airport.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

not inpressed
The hotel feels nice and cozy. Breakfast is included. Room was nice and clean. theres a swimming pool on the roof top. Theres also a restaurant on site. The hotel staft are nice and friendly. They have a driver, if you call the hotel they can pick you up at the airport and he can also take you places for an xtra charge.There is a casino on the same block.Internet cafe and a pizza Italian restaurant across the street (the food there is great).The best food we had was at the Albrook mall.The neigborhood does not look apealing but we where there for three days, speak the language and the stay was nice. I did not like the sorounding area. looks poor and unsafe. I would not recomend this hotel to others.
Verified Expedia guest review