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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Serene retreat with rooftop sanctuary

Panoramic city views unfold from the rooftop pool with its stylish bar. The central El Cangrejo neighborhood offers a quiet retreat with charming eateries nearby. Travelers unwind in modern rooms with exceptional service from the multilingual 24-hour front desk team.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Bella Vista, a neighborhood in Panama City, Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel is near a metro station. Amador Causeway is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maracana Stadium or Estadio Rommel Fernandez. Visit our Panama City travel guide
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Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina, Corregimiento El Cangrejo, Panama City, Panama, 581

What's nearby

  • Calle 50
    Calle 50
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Panama City night skyline
    Avenida Balboa
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Via Espana
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crown Casino
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iglesia del Carmen
    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

  • Restaurante y Cafetería DEL Prado
    3 min walk
  • El Trapiche
    2 min walk
  • Mentiritas Blancas
    1 min walk
  • Central Taproom
    3 min walk
  • Taberna La Malagueña
    3 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 tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and a ballroom
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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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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 1 mi (2 km) of Via Espana and Avenida Balboa. 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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Reviews

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 631 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh food and excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast was good. staff were friendly. checking in waa a breeze
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What stood out for me was the location, the price per night, the decor and overall cleanliness of the hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

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

10/10 Excellent

Enos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location of this hotel in the El Congrejo neighborhood is a standout feature. The hotel is quiet but located in an area with many restaurants and bars in a very walk-able area.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy. The room was washroom were kept very clean by the staff. The bed was moderately comfortable. The rooftop pool was enjoyable, had a good view, but was sometimes busy and loud.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, nice breakfast. Arrived at 1am after delayed flight very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Twayna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time I'm staying at this hotel. It is walking distance to cafes, convenience stores and restaurants. The hotel also smells amazing that I had to track down their scent supplier amd purchase a few bottles to take back with me
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaira

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

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

6/10 Okay

barry b

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

6/10 Okay

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel is dated, bed needs replacing, small TV We weren’t able to eat at the hotel as our timing would allow this. It was clean and staff were great but I felt this was overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leiloni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy the vibe of Via Argentina with numerous restaurants within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scherwin

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Kio Muy

Liked: Staff & service
The staffs are very nice and professional. The hotel is conveniently located. Overall our stay is ok.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel brilliant staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mario

The room was fine, b
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025