Skip to main content

Featured hostel destinations

Destination inspiration for your trip – find a hostel

The 10 Best Panama Hostels - Hostels in Panama, Panama

Check out our pick of great hostels in Panama

Filter by:


Review score

Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest price first Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

El Arca de Pachue

Punta Chame

At the hostel, every room includes a patio with pool view. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower, all guest rooms at El Arca de Pachue have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a terrace. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Everything. Beautiful place right on the beach. The owner and the staff are very nice people.

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
150 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

OyeBonita Hostel

Panama City

Located in Panama City, 6.2 km from Rod Carew National Stadium, OyeBonita Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.6 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez. I couldn’t imagine a better place to stay than this. The staff is the kindest and nicest you can find, and they made me feel part of the family since the very first moment, trying their best in helping me -you can tell they have travelled a lot. The room was super clean, the bed comfy, the toilet very modern. and was furnished with A/C. I loved the owner’s personal touch in decorating the hostel with her own art.

Show more Show less
9.6
Exceptional
40 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Blu Hostel

Bella Vista, Panama City

Conveniently situated in the Bella Vista district of Panama City, Blu Hostel is located 7.8 km from Bridge of the Americas, 8.1 km from Ancon Hill and 8.6 km from Rod Carew National Stadium. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. This was my fourth stay at this hotel. Hotel has hot water unlike many in Central America. Beds were comfortable. WII was decent in room. There is a shared balcony on each floor with a couple plastic chairs. The employees are great. They have always been very helpful. One of the receptioist has decent English language skills. Her English has improved since my first stay. If you turn left as you exit hotel, there is a minimart just past the first cross street. Or turn right at this same cross street (after turning left as you departed hotel) and follow this street. You will arrive at Via Espana near several (maybe 10) different restaurants. Or, turn left at this same cross street, and you are only 1 short block from Via Argentina.

Show more Show less
8.1
Very good
1,169 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Bodhi Panama City

Marbella, Panama City

Bodhi Panama City is well set in Panama City, and features a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. Providing barbecue facilities, the property is located within 7.8 km of Bridge of the Americas. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

Ancon Hill is 8.1 km from the hostel, while Rod Carew National Stadium is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Albrook "Marcos A. Gelabert" International Airport, 9 km from Bodhi Panama City. Everyone's very friendly. Great place to get to know more people. The staff is helpful. You might have some small communication issues as the staff are composed mainly by Spanish speakers, but I didn't have any problems with that as they were always very patient to understand what I needed.

Show more Show less
8.7
Fabulous
1,379 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

CulturaHumana Guesthouse

Marbella, Panama City

At the hostel, every room is fitted with a patio. Each room includes a safety deposit box and certain rooms come with city views. At CulturaHumana Guesthouse rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Relaxed hostel. Could sleep well. Enough chill space inside and outside. Good TV. Warm water is nice. Good kitchen for cooking (since restaurants in panama are a bit pricey and not good). Staff and family also chill and helpfull. Would recommend!

Show more Show less
8.2
Very good
531 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Casa Areka

Punta Pacifica, Panama City

Casa Areka features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

You can play billiards at the hostel. I loved the design, the other travelers interacting and cooking together, the overal feel of the place was a special one. I loved the most the lounge areas (with a pool table) and the terrace with the pool. The two kittens spiced up the place.

Show more Show less
8.2
Very good
619 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Eden`s Garden Hostel

Panama City

Situated in Panama City, Eden`s Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is located 8.6 km from Estadio Rommel Fernandez, 9.1 km from Rod Carew National Stadium and 11 km from Bridge of the Americas. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests. Breakfast was delicious and a bargain for the price. I would have liked more variety during my four day stay. The location was surrounded by high-rise buildings and felt safe. However, it is not suitable for nomads who need exceptional internet and a quiet place to work.

Show more Show less
8.4
Very good
729 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Hostel Mamallena

Calidonia, Panama City

Hostel Mamallena features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Panama City. Offering a bar, the property is located within 5.7 km of Bridge of the Americas. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Social and pool area, kitchen, responsive and helpful staff.

Show more Show less
8
Very good
801 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Hostal Amador Familiar

Panama City

At the hostel, each room comes with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom, guest rooms at Hostal Amador Familiar are equipped with air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a seating area. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. It's super close to the airport which is the main reason for booking it. Also we love that it was family run and operated. They helped us with all of our questions and concerns! We got in late and they directed us to a nearby store to get food and Sim cards to save money. The air-conditioning was great in the room and much needed after a few hit nights.

Show more Show less
8.8
Fabulous
249 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

El Machico Hostel

Marbella, Panama City

Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 3 km from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel boasts a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. Nice hostel, so clean and good location. Nice place to meet other travelers and hang out. 💯 Staff.

Show more Show less
8.1
Very good
371 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Most booked hostels in Panama this month

FAQs about hostels in Panama

Hostels that guests love in Panama