Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Miraflores Locks
Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Principe Hotel and Suites
The bed was nice and the room was clean. No wash cloths or hand towels and Wifi was slow. It has an excellent Sushi restaurant attached and was an easy check in. Room was quiet on the 4th floor end of hall, but the doors are heavy and are loud. Small deep pool on 3rd floor, not really for kids. Good ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Rooms are clean. Staff is great.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Riande Urban Hotel
Interesting hotel and decor throughout the Lobby. The breakfast was okay and filled us up. Overall it was nice. The room was very small but fine for one night.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Novotel Panama City
Bien ubicado bien servicio
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Didn’t have maracuya In my last trip
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hotel Coral Suites
The entire staff were amazing! Everyone exceeded my expectations including the front desk, cleaning team, bellhop and the restaurant next door was a plus.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
Bella Vista
Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Crown Casino.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.
Bethania
Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
