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Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City

3.0 star property
Bayside hostel with free breakfast and a nightclub

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property grounds
Lobby
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Small Room Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Small Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Apartment | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Compact Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed In 6-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Quadruple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Room Economy

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Apartment Superior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed In 8-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Female Dormitory One Bed In 6-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed In 4-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

2-Bedroom Apartment Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Bed(s)

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About the neighborhood

Map
Esquina de Ave B y Calle 12, San Felipe, Casco Antiguo, Panama City, Panama

What's nearby

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Amador Causeway - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Estación Lotería - 7 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tantalo Hotel / Kitchen / Roofbar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Unido - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Coca Cola - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lazotea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SISU Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City

Hostel near Avenida Balboa
You can look forward to free breakfast, a nightclub, and a poolside bar at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City. In addition to a rooftop terrace and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition
Room features
All 97 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 17 2025 to January 16 2027 (dates subject to change).

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and cash

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

Selina Casco Viejo Panama City Hostel
Selina Casco Viejo Panama Cit

Frequently asked questions

Does Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City located?

Located in Casco Viejo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Amador Theater, Avenida Balboa, and Cinta Costera. Albrook Shopping Mall is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. Estación Lotería is 23 minutes by foot.

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Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 206 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Was a great little place to stay for a night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Favorite place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Super convenient and well priced! The vibe in the cafe downstairs is also lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Great place to be
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Great hotel right in the middle of town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Place to stay if you’re young looking for fun. Centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Selena Casco Veijo is worth the stay . Loved the staff the accommodation the tours the vibe was alive and fun
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Great place all around. Good vibes. Probably the best in the heart of DT Panama.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Friendly and helpful staff, youthful environment, great location for walking around Casco Viejo. Fair pricing and like membership perks. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

I absolutely loved this location it’s beautiful the view is incredible and it was close to everything I could need. The staff was so accommodating too!

6/10

Older hotel building. Some of the amenities like in the washroom are dated and don’t work properly. Service is pretty good and hotel staff are very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10

Overpriced for what you get. The “small” rooms are just big enough to fit a bed and the accommodations and bathrooms felt run down. The bedding smelt like mold and the AC did not worked. They run a rooftop party every Friday and Saturday which you can hear from the room, which is fine if you plan on joining but would be hard to sleep through. The staff, coworking area and wifi was the great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10

The hostel is okay, the ladies only dorm a little bit better than the mixed one. The lockers for valuables in front of the reception for your own personal valuables are either brocken or are about to break. There are lockers in the room as well. At night it was very loud and I missed more shelf’s or hooks in the room. The location is okay, walkable to the old town. As in most hostels the kitchen is… okayish.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Excellent location and awesome rooftop bar and pool with views of the city. Room was spacious and clean and had a balancing. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

4/10

Area was noisy and had a lot of constructions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10

Good: Location. Friendly and helpful staffs. Lodging price appears competitive. Poor: Overcharged breakfast price. Terrible: Old & rundown facilities. Room filled with mildew odor. Good & Terrible: Nightly very loud music from 6th floor's open bar until 1:30 am, it made sleeping difficult unless you are a hard rock music lover. The property manager probably should make this unique nightly music presentation feature be more aware of to the prospective customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

I've stayed here at this Selina many times and am never disappointed. It is beautifully decorated and the service this time especially was beyond expected. I would recommend for someone who wants to be in the center of the action in old town Panama. It isn't the most peaceful location for sleep, but if you like music and parties, this is the place for you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10

The staff were kind. The place was really dirty. Room was not available at checkin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10

Property was good but overpriced
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

I think the hotel is wonderful but the entire team of the restaurant on the rooftop sucks bartenders and waiters … sorry not sorry
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

It was new to us, we are in our 50s and we always stayed at hotels , this is our first time at a hostel and it was great for meeting younger people, right on the middle of action, if you still feel alive and not in the box yet then this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

4/10

Amazing property but super insanely loud from 10 PM until 3 AM it is absolutely horrible not just the nightclub upstairs by the pool deck but all of the cars honking and blasting music until all hours of the night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Ideal stay if you're looking to explore the city or nightlife. The location is close to some of the best restaurants - all within a 2-5 minute walk. The property also boasts one of the best night time scenes on their rooftop bar. I stayed at two different rooms during my stay and the suite was by far the best. Expect a lot of music straight till a little after midnight - be prepared for that. Might as well stay up and enjoy the fun haha. Definitely will be back next year.

4/10

Reasonably clean, twin beds extremely small, nice view of city. Way too many things broken: bathroom faucet loose, soap holder broken, outlet for hair dryer broken, shower didn’t drain, no hot water in shower ( okay in sink), couldn’t turn down AC eg permanently set at 75°, which mysteriously felt chilly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023