Balboa Travel Guide
Panama City
Things to do
Panama Canal Partial Transit
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Top hotels in Balboa
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
"Great relaxing experienced"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Megapolis Hotel Panamá
"everything is ok!"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
"We absolutely loved it. We stayed in the junior suite and it was amazing! The food was good and tasty! And the wildlife was interesting sloths, iguanas, and raccoons. We definitely plan to come back really soon!"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Principe Hotel and Suites
"just a great place !!!!"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Waldorf Astoria Panama
"Clean 18th floor poor water pressure"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Balboa
Casco Viejo
Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.
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 Iglesia del Carmen.
El Cangrejo
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.
San Francisco
San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.
Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to explore sights like Via Espana.
