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Hostal La Cigarra

2.5 star property
Hostal with a bar, a short walk to Avenida Balboa

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Reception
Living area
Living area
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

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Highlights

Separate bedroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Cinta Costera - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Amador Causeway - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 8 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ceviches y Mariscos El Bote - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Coca Cola - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lazotea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SISU Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mahalo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hostal La Cigarra

Hostal near Avenida Balboa
Located close to Cinta Costera, Hostal La Cigarra provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostal La Cigarra include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to midnight on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cigarra Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 26.50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 10.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostal La Cigarra pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 10.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hostal La Cigarra?

This hostal doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostal La Cigarra?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM–7:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Hostal La Cigarra?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hostal La Cigarra provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–midnight on request. A fee of USD 26.50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hostal La Cigarra located?

Located in Santa Ana, this hostal is within a 5-minute walk of Amador Theater and Avenida Balboa. Albrook Shopping Mall is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away. Estación Lotería is 23 minutes by foot.

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Hostal La Cigarra Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 46 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great budget place to stay. Friendly, clean, good location. Would be happy to stay again in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

A nice hostel very fairly priced, basic but clean and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location; just a little walk to the old city
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff easy checkin. Convenient area. Comfortable room and AC. Good WiFi No outlet to charge phone in room or hot shower water though
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Yoke

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Strategic location. Uncomfortable and sense 'passive-agressive' vibes. Extend my stay at another wonderful similarly priced hotel nearby, same location. Go there !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jadid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A clean, safe, convenient gem.

A nice, quiet, clean, and comfortable place to stay near the 5 de Mayo metro station & Casco Viejo. Sr. Ever (?) was very helpful as was the young man who checked me in. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Joydip

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Terje

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price and proximity to the Old Towne, you cant beat it. Wifi speed was great, however lacks power outlets in co-working area. Property is secure with passcard access. Small commissary onsite for beverages, snacks, laundry.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Nakia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower was horrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anahi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

DIANE

Disliked: Staff & service
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Geraldine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the neighborhood is shady. the portly guy receptionist is not helpful, all the amenities are old, but it's a cheap place. there you go. they don't have a bar. it's just a room with a bed and A/C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Chiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Joel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

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
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025