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A spacious indoor courtyard with tiled flooring, multiple seating areas, and hanging plants.

A room with a large window, a television mounted on the wall, and two chairs.

A four-poster bed with a black and white bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and a robe hanging on a rack.

An open door revealing a balcony with a wrought iron railing, potted plants, and a window with a curtain.

1. La Isabela Suites

San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square

David

Rp2.825.235

Rp3.107.759 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story building with ornate balconies, large windows, and decorative moldings.

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a dining table, and a staircase.

A luxurious room with ornate chandeliers, a large mirror, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A room with a white sofa, a wooden chair, a mirror, and a large window with curtains.

2. Hotel Plaza Herrera

San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square

Christina

Rp4.403.008

Rp4.843.309 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a city skyline and water.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a waterfront, and a modern sculpture.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

A nighttime view of a high-rise building complex with illuminated windows and a prominent red-lit structure.

3. Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel

Punta Paitilla, 3.1 km from Independence Square

Milton

Rp2.002.694

Rp2.002.694 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a central water feature.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a fireplace.

A historic building with ornate stonework and a balcony with plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

4. Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo

San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square

Eduardo

Rp4.711.416

Rp5.182.558 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a city skyline across a body of water.

A hotel with a rooftop pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

A spacious lobby with a round coffee table, seating areas, and a large wall clock.

5. Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square

Jose

Rp6.296.238

Rp6.925.862 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious outdoor patio with wicker furniture, potted plants, and umbrellas providing shade.

A dimly lit restaurant with wooden decor, tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

A modern hotel lobby with beige sofas, marble flooring, and a reception desk.

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a black countertop, and a display of wine bottles.

6. Hotel San Felipe

San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square

Eric

Rp2.597.789

Rp2.857.568 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small ottoman, a flat-screen TV, and abstract art on the walls.

A covered outdoor area with artificial grass, a seating arrangement, and a decorative chair.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, granite countertop, and wooden cabinets.

A dining area with a marble floor, a modern chandelier, and a vase with red flowers on the table.

7. Casa Bianca

Bella Vista, 2.8 km from Independence Square

Jose A

Rp2.986.677

Rp3.285.345 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a large window with curtains, a bed with pillows, a nightstand, and a chair.

An outdoor patio with a white umbrella, lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hallway with a brick wall, a blue door, and a chair with a cushion.

8. Las Clementinas

San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square

James

Rp2.293.348

Rp2.881.443 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A restaurant interior with checkered flooring, wooden tables, wicker chairs, and hanging wicker lamps.

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of a cityscape including a clock tower.

A multi-level interior with a checkered floor, wooden railings, and potted plants.

An outdoor patio with a checkered floor, a bar area with cushioned seating, and a large umbrella providing shade.

9. Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only

San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square

Shanae

Rp3.373.032

Rp3.710.335 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, overlooking a city skyline at sunset.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of a hill with buildings in the distance.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass railing, seating area, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

10. Marriott Panama Hotel

2.9 km from Independence Square

Calvin

Rp3.208.806

Rp3.529.687 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple dining tables.

A restaurant with brick walls, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and a view of the city skyline.

A white building with multiple balconies, large windows, and decorative railings.

11. American Trade Hotel

San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square

Ashleigh-Ann

Rp4.406.470

Rp4.847.117 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A grand, illuminated building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a dining area.

A glass of white wine on a balcony railing overlooking a city street with buildings and cars.

A kitchen with a glass-top table, a coffee machine, wine glasses, and a bottle of wine.

12. La Concordia Boutique Hotel

San Felipe, 0.3 km from Independence Square

Mauro

Rp3.615.224

Rp3.976.746 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living area with a modern sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a spiral staircase.

A spiral staircase with a stone wall and a view of a living area with a fireplace.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and multiple windows.

13. Casa Lefevre By Wynwood House

San Felipe, < 0.1 km from Independence Square

Selam

Rp1.987.158

Rp2.679.169 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story building with balconies, arched windows, and decorative railings.

A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of a city skyline including a prominent building with a dome.

A building with a balcony and a street view.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

14. Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

San Felipe, < 0.1 km from Independence Square

Olga

Rp3.876.094

Rp4.263.703 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a wall of plants.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with black chairs.

15. Casco View Life Residences

Santa Ana, 0.7 km from Independence Square

Arshak Andrew

Rp1.501.411

Rp2.189.692 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living room with blue sofas, a marble coffee table, and framed pictures on the walls.

A bedroom with a large bed, white walls, and a view of a building through arched windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the outside, and a window with decorative ironwork.

A blue building with arched windows and balconies, labeled 'Magnolia.'

16. Hotel Magnolia Boutique

San Felipe, 0.1 km from Independence Square

Boris

Rp1.538.650

Rp1.692.515 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern bar area with seating and a view of the city.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a large window, and a seating area.

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline with illuminated buildings, and a visible moon in the sky.

17. Hilton Panama

Bella Vista, 2.9 km from Independence Square

Simon

Rp4.711.416

Rp5.182.558 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A person seated at a bar with a drink, in a room with a teal accent wall and hanging lights.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows offering a city view at dusk.

A modern interior with a decorative ceiling, a person in a white dress, and a blue-lit wall.

18. Waldorf Astoria Panama

Bella Vista, 2.9 km from Independence Square

Aysha

Rp4.711.416

Rp5.182.558 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A multi-story building with balconies adorned with string lights, a sign reading "ZABAH", and a storefront named "CORCHO".

A compact kitchen with a dining area, including a coffee maker, sink, and wooden chairs.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a herringbone wooden floor, and a stone wall feature.

19. Corcho

San Felipe, 0.2 km from Independence Square

Ashley

Rp1.679.025

Rp1.846.928 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a cityscape view.

A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

A modern indoor patio area with wicker furniture, glass walls, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A modern living room with a city view, a dining area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre

Campo Alegre, 3 km from Independence Square

Bruce

Rp2.119.375

Rp2.331.312 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Independence Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Isabela Suites	10.0 Exceptional 212 reviews	View
Hotel Plaza Herrera	9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 2,241 reviews	View
Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo	9.8 Exceptional 361 reviews	View
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City	9.8 Exceptional 761 reviews	View

Top Independence Square Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, enjoyed our stay, helpful staff, Breakfast was amazing, off the chains, large variety to choose from. Lots of healthy choices and exotic fruits. Would visit again."

Hotel Faranda Express Soloy and Casino, a member of Radisson Individuals

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was attentive to our need. Breakfast was very good."

Hotel San Felipe

8/10 Good

"Excellent service, helpful staff. Comfortable bed and good air conditioning. Excellent location. If I could give 4.5 starts I would. The only negative was finding someone else’s hair in the shower and for some reason the bed linens had an odd smell to me. I would absolutely stay here again."

Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo

10/10 Excellent

"its amazing place"

Hotel Bardot Boutique

10/10 Excellent

"Beat value for your money. Well located. Spacious rooms. Very clean. AAA"

Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel lives up to its boutique name and the vibe fits perfectly in the beautiful Casco Viejo neighborhood. My room was lavishly decorated. The included breakfasts are much elevated from a typical breakfast buffet offering. Each day’s meal consists of a fresh fruit bowl, a full entrée from the menu, juice and coffee. The staff were all welcoming, attentive, and took so much pride in their work."

Tantalo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Large room, Excellent help from the staff. The dancing on the rooftop was the best in the city for a city night. We would stay there again. allan"

Casa Mallet by Wynwood House

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend, the service I received was impeccable and just a wonderful experience! I was a bit hesitant regarding the location but once I got there, it turned out to be perfect. The concierge staff was such a pleasure to work with especially ‘Jerry’, who provided recommendations and information. This was such a blessing to us. I would stay here again in a heart beat. It’s a must stay!"

La Isabela Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath with a large kitchen and living room. Lovely balcony overlooking one the beautiful Casco Veijo streets. This property is close it everything in Casco Veijo. Great Value Would definitely stay here again."

Other attractions near Independence Square

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama

9.0/10 (793 reviews)

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Museum of History Panama

9.0/10 (22 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of History Panama, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Interoceanic Canal Museum

9.0/10 (51 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Interoceanic Canal Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Museo de la Esmeralda

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museo de la Esmeralda during your travels in Panama City. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Mola Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mola Museum in Panama City. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Bolivar Square

8.6/10 (14 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Panama City with a visit to Bolivar Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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Palacio de las Garzas

You can study the exhibits at Palacio de las Garzas, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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National Theater

8.2/10 (104 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at National Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Independence Square?

Independence Square is located in a historic area of Panama City known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 495 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Independence Square?

Adjacent to Independence Square, Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City and American Trade Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Independence Square?

Expedia has 495 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Independence Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Independence Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Independence Square.

What can I see and do near Independence Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Interoceanic Canal Museum, Biomuseo or Museum of History Panama. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Iglesia del Carmen, Panama Canal Railway and Palacio de las Garzas. You can check out the local talent at National Theater, Amador Theater and Anita Villalaz Theater.

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Our top choices for Independence Square hotels

1. La Isabela Suites

2. Hotel Plaza Herrera

3. Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel

4. Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo

5. Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

6. Hotel San Felipe

7. Casa Bianca

8. Las Clementinas

9. Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only

10. Marriott Panama Hotel

11. American Trade Hotel

12. La Concordia Boutique Hotel

13. Casa Lefevre By Wynwood House

14. Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

15. Casco View Life Residences

16. Hotel Magnolia Boutique

17. Hilton Panama

18. Waldorf Astoria Panama

19. Corcho

20. Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre

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Top Independence Square Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Faranda Express Soloy and Casino, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel San Felipe

Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo

Hotel Bardot Boutique

Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only

Tantalo Hotel

Casa Mallet by Wynwood House

La Isabela Suites

Other attractions near Independence Square

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama

Museum of History Panama

Interoceanic Canal Museum

Museo de la Esmeralda

Mola Museum

Bolivar Square

Palacio de las Garzas

National Theater

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