A great little hotel with excellent service. The room was spacious and the bed so comfortable although there was some banging during the day due to construction work next door. The staff were friendly and when we had a small problem with the bill it was sorted out quickly and efficiently. If you do not fancy the up-market and expensive... More

The Bristol is a traditional property in downtown Panama City, well appointed and embellished with rich woods. This is classic "old world elegance" where the staff is refined and service is attentive. This is more of a business hotel, and not a resort. But for a downtown stay - its perfect! The only (minor) negative is the tiny elevators. But... More

We stayed for 2 nights in the Bella Vista part of Panama City which is a vibrant financial and cultural area of Panama City. This hotel was undergoing an additon during our sta which was a bit noisy as other reviewrs have noted but not to the extent mentioned earlier. We heard no noise of it before 8am or after... More

in 2009 i visited panama for the 1st time stayed here liked it alot but only after my visit again where i stayed in the vento i knew i will be back to the bristol small cozy and great ambiance lovely bedding and royal bath. great resturant with best tuna tartar! More

First, although I agree that the construction that is ongoing next door on the new Bristol condos can be a bit annoying, but as I was usually up early and back late, it wasn't really too bad. They are supposed to be completed in 2011. I say it's boutique plus, because most small hotels do not have gyms/business centers/decent restaurants/bars.... More

This hotel presumably makes up for its lack of certain amenities (ie: views, pool) by stressing service. Rooms were perfectly good. Concierges were strong. Butlers came promptly. Restaurant was very good; some of the dishes were excellent. Prices are very reasonable. Breakfast buffet was $6; dinner with salad, fish, side dish, soft drink and dessert was under $50. Location is... More

UGH... just returned from a stay at the Bristol Panama (March 3rd - March 6th, 2010) There is some major construction going on next door (part of the Bristol property) so half of the hotel rooms are NEXT to the noise!! They start working at 6am and work late into the evening. I can't believe they don't offer discounts for... More

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bristol. The rooms are comfortable, staff are friendly, service is excellent, and the property has plenty of distinctive / local touches to differentiate it from mass market chains. Really liked: - spacious rooms - comfortable beds - exceptional service - high quality but very affordable food and beverage outlets - concierge's ability to... More

The pure luxury of the Bristol enveloped us as soon as our driver cruised up to the front door... there were 5 doormen / porters to help us with our luggage, offer us water and cold towels... right from the beginning I knew this would be a great hotel. PROS: -Amazingly comfortable beds -Plush bathrobes, a small perk but a... More