This hotel was our base for our travels throughout Panama. We initially planned to stay for two nights, but added an extra day at the beginning of out stay and two at the end of out trip. While the hotel is no frills (no pool, lounge etc) it is clean, well maintained and relatively modern. Rooms are spacious with a double bed which was not the most comfortable, but not the worst we experienced either. They do have suites with a king size bed, large tub and bar area which they do not pre-book but you can request and if available upgrade to when you arrive. We did on out last two nights and enjoyed the extra space. There is quiet airconditioning in the rooms, TV. alarm clock, phone etc. We stayed on front and back side of the hotel and the rooms are quiet.

The staff do not speak or really understand english, but they were more than patient with my less that impressive attempts to speak spanish and everything worked out. The even called to make dinner reservations for us. The bonus, the day manager, Ana, is around for the better part of the day, is fluent in english, and extreme;y helpful.

The hotel is centrally located in the banking district, among a number of other hotels. It is waking distance to a number of restaurants and located in an area where you can go out for a walk at night. Secure parking availalble. as is Wifi and an internet computer in the lobby.

It is very easy to get anywhere in Panama City from this locations and it never cost us more than $5 to take a taxi anywhere we wanted to go, Casco Viejo, the ruines, Metro park (highly recommended), Metro Mall (high end shopping), Albrook mall, etc.

Police are everywhere, all the time in Panama and safety was never a concern. We ate dinner at Manolos's cafeteria, La Posta, & Las Tinajas, all within waking distance. We receommed them all.

There is small restaurant on the main floor which serves up a decent breakfast. The hotel is expaning to include the attached building and more rooms will be available soon.