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Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with free breakfast and a health club

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Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel offers attentive service and amenities in Panama City. Enjoy cocktails at the poolside bar or city views from the rooftop terrace. The hotel provides in-room WiFi, dry cleaning, and helpful staff that consistently impresses guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina, Corregimiento El Cangrejo, Panama City, Panama, 581

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Via Espana - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Calle 50 - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Iglesia del Carmen - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Uruguay Street - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Vía Argentina - 7 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Trapiche - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Cafetería DEL Prado - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mentiritas Blancas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sucaro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Caribe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel

Upscale hotel near Via Espana
Take advantage of free breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a porter/bellhop, and a front-desk safe
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (USD 3.25 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)

More

  • 15 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one way)
  • Self parking fee: USD 3.25 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
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Best Western Plus Zen
BEST WESTERN PLUS Panama Zen Hotel Panama City
Best Western PLUS Panama Zen Hotel City
Best Western Plus Panama Zen
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Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 3.25 per day.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Does Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel located?

Located in Bella Vista, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Crown Casino and Via Espana. Albrook Shopping Mall and Multiplaza Pacific Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km). Vía Argentina is 7 minutes by foot and Iglesia del Carmen Station is 13 minutes.

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Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 983 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 983 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 983 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 983 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 983 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view Great buffet Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff courtegeous, well located
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing staff was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and a nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the services were excellent from front desk to clean rooms and breakfast will recommend persons to stay at this hotel the experience was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice, cable tv pool closes at 7 or 8 I stayed on the 11th floor n the room was cold asf without AC lmao but overall the experience was great ….the view was something to look forward to
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice love to stay every time I go home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

barry b

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Well located Good service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly , well situated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nakesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Good price for a very comfortable hotel. Reception staff are very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scherwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast. Friendly staf
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants and shops are located at a walking distance from this hotel. The rooms are nice, clean, spacious and have a beautiful view. The hotel staff is friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lazaro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel is outstanding !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good area and garage parking is a plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrado

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a good location, with many options to eat. The staff is very nice and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. We enjoyed it. Breakfast was complimentary and we liked it. It was a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Buena!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel for a short stay. Not.so good location, basic breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay meal was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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