El Cangrejo

Panama City

Photo by Garrett Britton
Photo by Garrett Britton

Popular places to visit

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

During your trip to Panama City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Multiplaza Pacific Mall
Cinta Costera

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.

Cinta Costera
Avenida Balboa

Avenida Balboa

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Avenida Balboa during your trip to Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Avenida Balboa
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Panama

Miraflores Locks

Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.

Miraflores Locks
Calle 50

Calle 50

You can find out about the history of Panama City with a trip to Calle 50. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Calle 50

Things to do

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

P8,221
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest
Taste and learn all about some of the most expensive coffee in the world.

Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo

P4,536
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo
Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience

Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience

P2,551
per adult
Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience
Slingshot Tour Panama

Slingshot Tour Panama

P6,612
per adult
Slingshot Tour Panama
Day Tour

Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands

P8,448
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

P1,820
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
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Top hotels in El Cangrejo

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

4 out of 5
Calle Augusto Samuel Boyd y Calle Eusebi, Panama City
The price is P4,595 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P4,595
P5,055 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa B&B in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
"Great overall experience. This will be my stay whenever traveling to El Congrejo!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Principe Hotel and Suites

Principe Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
Via Argentina, Panama City, Panama
The price is P3,356 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P3,356
P3,692 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,420 reviews)
"The stay was nice. The metro station was very close. The room was also comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Principe Hotel and Suites
Riande Urban Hotel

Riande Urban Hotel

3.5 out of 5
El Cangrejo; Calle Eusebio A, Morales, Panama City, Panama
The price is P4,365 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P4,365
P4,802 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
Noise
"Too much noise from the club. Could not sleep comfortably. I could even hear people talking like if they where very close to my room."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Riande Urban Hotel
Novotel Panama City

Novotel Panama City

4 out of 5
Calle Jose I. Fabrega y Thais de Pons, El Cangre, Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama
The price is P5,421 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,421
P5,963 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is have an excellent service. You know we all have a good location as well too close to shopping centers and other things. The stuff in the hotel are very friendly. The breakfast area is really good on it. The food is excellent. The rooms are very clean and spacey. You know we’re always ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Novotel Panama City
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

3.5 out of 5
Via Veneto, El Cangrejo Bellavista, Panama City, Panama
The price is P5,266 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,266
P5,793 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Propiedad excelente buena ubicacion"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina, Corregimiento El Cangrejo, Panama City, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,720 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P4,720
P5,192 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (892 reviews)
"Enjoy the vibe of Via Argentina with numerous restaurants within walking distance"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo

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Bella Vista

Bella Vista is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen. See more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina.

Bella Vista
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Campo Alegre

If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.

Campo Alegre
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Obarrio

Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.

Obarrio
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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.

Marbella
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Punta Paitilla

Travelers come to Punta Paitilla for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.

Punta Paitilla
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Bethania

When in Bethania, you can plan a visit to El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bethania

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