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Hostal La Cigarra

2.0 star property
Hostal convenient to Albrook Shopping Mall

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Bar (on property)
Living area
Reception
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Near Cinta Costera, Hostal La Cigarra offers a vibrant atmosphere with a coffee shop/cafe and bar. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services, and unwind in the lobby with coffee/tea while taking advantage of luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Airport shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Lockers available
The current price is CNY180
CNY198 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom | Shower, soap, shampoo, toilet paper

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
Av. Central, La Peatonal, Edificio 1398, Panama City, Provincia de Panamá

What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cinta Costera - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avenida Central - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 10 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 30 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Estación Lotería - 23 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mahalo Cocina y Jardin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Coca Cola - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kanibal Panamá - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Selina Discoteca&La Barra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lazotea - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hostal La Cigarra

Hostal La Cigarra puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Also, Albrook Shopping Mall and Multiplaza Pacific Mall are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to midnight*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2004
  • Lockers available
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 10.00

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hostal La Cigarra Hostal
Hostal La Cigarra Panama City
Hostal La Cigarra Hostal Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostal La Cigarra offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hostal La Cigarra does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hostal La Cigarra?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hostal La Cigarra?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hostal La Cigarra.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hostal La Cigarra?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to midnight on request. The charge is USD 25.00 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostal La Cigarra?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hostal La Cigarra?

No, this hostal doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (6-min drive) and Crown Casino (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hostal La Cigarra and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.

What's the area around Hostal La Cigarra like?

Hostal La Cigarra is a short 4-minute walk from Avenida Balboa and 8 minutes' walk from Cinta Costera.

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Hostal La Cigarra Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Value
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great location to walk around the casco! Street parking available for free! Prices are really affordable! Staff was really helpful
Eldris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great location; just a little walk to the old city
Jason, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Wouldn't return, mostly location reasons

The location is really dangerous, definitely don't arrive at night - we felt it was dangerous when we arrived at 7/8pm. The guy who checked us in was lovely and spoke very good English. The place didn't really look like the pictures, it was much more run down and a lot smaller. Easy to miss the entrance for the building too - there's a sign at the top so you know where it is.
Emily, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Strategic location. Uncomfortable and sense 'passive-agressive' vibes. Extend my stay at another wonderful similarly priced hotel nearby, same location. Go there !
Yoke, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not the Ritz but what would you expect for $30 a night in Casco Viejo. Staff was wonderful. Bar on the property was a plus. What really shines is the location.
Sean, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location for a low price - very close to Casco Viejo and some very good restaurants. Staff were present, friendly, and helpful. My room had a very functional air conditioner, and a bathroom. The street outside is a brick-paved pedestrian-only shopping street, leading into Casco Viejo.
David, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location was convenient, room was minimalistic, but relatively clean and comfortable. Fine for the money. Things to note: no hot water and only outlet was near the ceiling - cant charge device like phone or computer like that! We did have a power outage and I had to pack in the dark though. Guy who checked me in was nice and helpful.
Karen, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The shower was horrible
Nakia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2 nights in town

Easy check in, friendly service, awesome laundry rates and in a decent area. Make sure they give you a key to get in at the gate!! They're doing construction so no rooftop area at the moment. Walkable to fish market and Casco Veijo (never felt unsafe). Grocery store nearby. No hot water was the downside, otherwise, for the amount we paid, we were satisfied.
Margaret, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

The door was locked when we arrived. We had to find another hotel. I would like to be reimburse for all the inconvenients. Thank you
DIANE, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Value for money ok. It seems as if the accommodation is still being renovated and old rooms are offered which are very outdated. Nevertheless, the host charges a fair price and still endeavours to provide a good room. At first we were not satisfied with the accommodation, but the receptionist (or owner?) then provided us with a better room and even washed all our laundry free of charge as compensation. The location is great! Just a few metres from the centre of Casco Viejo and the underground , bus station. Great to experience life outside the tourist centre. Thanks again for the hospitality!
Chiara, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Too good to be true!

I was excited to discover a hostel that had a regular hotel room feel! $25/nt! Boy, was I wrong! There was only 1 bed. ✔️ An ensuite bathroom. ✔️ Close to the grocery store and near the night life. ✔️ But it was rundown and, while clean, the stains on everything left it feeling dirty. The room didn’t have a window. And my driver told me what areas not yo go to after dark. While I wasn't afraid or disgusted, it just wasn't for me. I checked out and found another hotel. Note to self: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great affordable option in Panamá City

This is a very nice little no-frills hotel, located on the pedestrian street near Plaza Santa Ana and just a few minutes’ walk from the Casco Viejo historic district. It was extremely low cost but also in good condition and very secure. The staff were helpful with getting a taxi and they let me store belongings there before checking in later in the day. All in all a very good experience.
Craig, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helpful staff, secure, close to sights
Suzanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great budget place to stay. Friendly, clean, good location. Would be happy to stay again in future.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A nice hostel very fairly priced, basic but clean and affordable
Barry, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

No encontré el lugar xq era en un barrio marginado de Panama City y no pude hospedarme ahí así q espero me rembolso mi dinero ok gracias José Campuzano
Jose, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff easy checkin. Convenient area. Comfortable room and AC. Good WiFi No outlet to charge phone in room or hot shower water though
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Simple, minimalist, quiet one room priv bathroom on a pedestrian street, in busy, noisy, dirty old town Panama City. Uber can't drop you at the front door. A short walk through an alley with shops during the day, shuttered at night. Learn a little spanish!
Joydip, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Close to old town

You get what you pay for. No hot water and they clean my room only once at my 6 nights stay. I will not stay here again. The only good thing about this place is the people who works there and its a short walk to old town.
Terje, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

As a Hostel close to Casco Viejo, La Cigarra is a good option. Very affordable and close to the amenities of Casco Viejo. It appears to be a family run business, they are very friendly and nice. It is a good place for backpackers. The location is not for everyone.
Jadid, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pour le prix du logement c'est excellent.
dany, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

The place is good to sleep only. Nothing fancy. I have some mosquitoes in my room. And it's not that clean. Basically, you get what you pay for. Ever the guy receptionist is very helpful, even the lady at check out.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation at an affordable price

I had a great time at hostal la cigarra. It is located in the neighborhood of Santa Ana, just steps away from Casco Viejo. I was unsure of the location at first because I saw some sketchy areas around but in the end I felt really safe even as a female solo traveler. I even came back for another night after a trip to San Blas islands. It’s located on a pedestrian street across from a supermarket, next to a bakery and around the corner from a “feria” where there are all kinds of stalls of people selling beautiful stuff at a great price. I recommend this place.
Anahi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is great for the price, area is a little crazy after dark, i stayed for 2 weeks and it worked just fine for me
Chris, 6-night trip