El Cangrejo Travel Guide
Panama City
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.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a visit to Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Cinta Costera
After visiting Cinta Costera, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.
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
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Panama Canal Partial Transit
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Principe Hotel and Suites
The ac comes on by a timer and the tv only show in Spanish.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Nice pool. They upgraded me from a standard room to a master suite free of charge. Everything modern, classy, staff is very nice. Everyone speaks English. For the price, definitely recommend it. When I need another room, this is the one I'm choosing again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Novotel Panama City
Novohotel is an amazing experience.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
The room and the building itself were clean and well-maintained. The stay was relaxing and we rarely had any inconveniences. The staff was very friendly and helpful too. Would recommend!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Ramada Panama Centro Via Argentina
The room was clean. However upon arrival there were no towels in the room and I had to request same. The ac in the room no matter how much I turned it down it didn’t feel like it was getting colder but it was cold just wasn’t adjusting. The property itself could use an upgrade. Pool was an average ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton Panama
Breakfast was horrible. AC did not work in the room. Bathroom flooded and no one attended.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
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 Iglesia del Carmen.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Via Espana and Uruguay Street are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Via Espana 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 Multicentro Panama.
Curundu
While Curundu isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Iglesia del Carmen are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
