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Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City

3.0 star property
Bayfront hostel with outdoor pool, near Albrook Shopping Mall

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Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Selina Casco Viejo Panama City - Hostel, nestled near Albrook Shopping Mall. Unwind by the rooftop terrace or explore a good book from the library, then dive into fun with bike rentals and games at the billiards/pool table.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Pool bar
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area

Room options

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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 | Free WiFi

Small Room Shared Bathroom

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

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Suite

Highlights

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

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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 | Free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Apartment | Living area

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 470 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 | Living area

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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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Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed In 6-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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Quadruple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bed(s)

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Room Economy

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s)

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Apartment Superior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed(s)

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Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s)

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Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed In 8-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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Shared Female Dormitory One Bed In 6-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

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Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bed(s)

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Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s)

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Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed In 4-Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed(s)

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Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

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 - 0.5 km
  • Cinta Costera - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Amador Causeway - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 6 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 10 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 28 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 15 min drive
  • Estación Lotería - 23 min walk

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

Placing you within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa, Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City features a nightclub and a rooftop terrace. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Albrook Shopping Mall and Cinta Costera are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

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

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Selina Casco Viejo Panama City Hostel
Selina Casco Viejo Panama Cit

Frequently asked questions

Is Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City currently open?

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

Does Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (6-min drive) and Bingo 90 (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City and nearby?

Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City has a nightclub and an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City like?

Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City is in Casco Viejo, a short 5-minute walk from Avenida Balboa and 8 minutes' walk from Cinta Costera.

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Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
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Restaurant
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Reviews

10/10

Was a great little place to stay for a night
1-night trip

10/10

Favorite place to stay
1-night trip

10/10

Super convenient and well priced! The vibe in the cafe downstairs is also lovely.
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to be
4-night trip

10/10

Great hotel right in the middle of town
1-night trip

10/10

Place to stay if you’re young looking for fun. Centrally located.
2-night trip

10/10

Selena Casco Veijo is worth the stay . Loved the staff the accommodation the tours the vibe was alive and fun
2-night trip

10/10

Great place all around. Good vibes. Probably the best in the heart of DT Panama.
2-night trip

10/10

Nice place
1-night trip

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.
3-night trip

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
1-night trip

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.
1-night trip

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.
1-night trip

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
5-night trip

4/10

Area was noisy and had a lot of constructions
3-night trip

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.
2-night trip

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!
1-night trip

4/10

The staff were kind. The place was really dirty. Room was not available at checkin.
2-night trip

8/10

Property was good but overpriced
3-night trip

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
4-night trip

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.
4-night trip

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.
7-night trip

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.
1-night trip