Name: El Machico Hostel
Address: AV 5a B Sur, Casa 2 . , Panama City, Panama, AV 5a B Sur, Casa 2 ., Panama, Panama
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $12 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.7

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Hostel El Machico Hostel

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AV 5a B Sur, Casa 2 . , Panama City, Panama –

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So clean, so friendly, and had good amenities & offerings!

Jodi, Canada

I had a great stay here, twice. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful when it came to advice or suggestions. There's water and beer to buy at the hostel which is nice but plenty of room to bring and store you're own. The free bfast each morning is pancakes and was nice not to have to worry about 1 meal a day. The pool was a nice bonus.

Kate, United States of America

I arrived at 3:30AM at the hostel and I could hang out in the hammocks since it was in the middle of the night! Very nice showers, nice pool and dorms!

Sylvie, Canada

The pool. The other travelers. The very friendly staff.

Victorine, United States of America

Good location. Good shower. Pool and seating area is great!

Ghassan, Canada

Hostel's pretty good, clean, comfy beds and bathrooms with hot water

Gabriel, Brazil

A great place to crash to avoid the noise of Casco Viejo. Helpful staff and comfortable facilities.

Sam, United States of America

Staff was helpful in booking tours. Free breakfast was delicious and it starts early at 5am. Rooms were clean. Hot water.

Michelle, Canada

Everything. Very well thought out hostel, great bang for your buck and excellent service and facilities.

Jen, Canada

Friendly staff; Clean rooms; Good water pressure in shower; Open communal space

Robyn, United States of America

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8.8

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What guests loved the most:
“So clean, so friendly, and had good amenities & offerings!”

Jodi Canada
“I had a great stay here, twice. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful when it came to advice or suggestions. ”

Kate United States of America
“I arrived at 3:30AM at the hostel and I could hang out in the hammocks since it was in the middle of the night! Very nice showers, nice pool and dorms!”

Sylvie Canada
“The pool. The other travelers. The very friendly staff.”

Victorine United States of America
“Good location. Good shower. Pool and seating area is great!”

Ghassan Canada
“Hostel's pretty good, clean, comfy beds and bathrooms with hot water”

Gabriel Brazil
“A great place to crash to avoid the noise of Casco Viejo. Helpful staff and comfortable facilities.”

Sam United States of America
“Staff was helpful in booking tours. Free breakfast was delicious and it starts early at 5am. Rooms were clean. Hot water.”

Michelle Canada
“Everything. Very well thought out hostel, great bang for your buck and excellent service and facilities.”

Jen Canada
“Friendly staff; Clean rooms; Good water pressure in shower; Open communal space”

Robyn United States of America

Stay in the Heart of Panama City –

One of our best sellers in Panama City! Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 1.9 mi from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel features a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site.

The rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom, air conditioning, hairdryer, cable TV, bed linens and Playstation.

There is a 24-hour front desk at the property as well open-air cinema and a tour desk.

You can play billiards at this hostel, and the area is popular for cycling. Metropolitan National Park is 1.9 mi from El Machico Hostel, while Presidential Palace is 1.9 mi from the property.

This is our guests' favorite part of Panama City, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Panama City! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Swimming pool

Free parking

Non-smoking rooms

24-hour front desk

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.6 for two-person stays.

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Located in the real heart of Panama City, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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At a hostel you can meet people from all around the world, share stories, wonders and of course be part of the adventure of travelling. The word hostel“ does not describe only a place. It describes a philosophy. Enjoy your stay at El Machico Hostel…We’re back!!!

Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Canal Museum of Panama
1.9 miles
Presidential Palace
1.9 miles
Metropolitan National Park
1.9 miles
Ancon Hill
2.5 miles
Maracana Stadium
3 miles
Panama Viejo Cathedral
3.2 miles
Bridge of the Americas
3.9 miles
Rod Carew National Stadium
4.6 miles
Estadio Rommel Fernandez
5.3 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Rey Supermarket
0.8 miles
A Banda Restaurant
0 miles
Petit Paris Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Burger King Restaurant
0.2 miles
Tree House Market Supermarket
0.2 miles
Crepes & Waffles Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Hard Rock Cafe Cafe/Bar
0.3 miles
Deli K Supermarket
0.3 miles
Nación Sushi Restaurant
0.4 miles

Natural Beauty

Cinta Costera/Avenida Balboa Ocean/Sea
0.2 miles

Closest Airports

Paitilla Airport
2.4 miles
Panama Pacifico International Airport
6.8 miles
Tocumen International Airport
11.4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Comfortable rooms and big dorm, lockers outside dorm, nice bathrooms, good AC, good wifi. Close to promenade. ”

Jacqui

New Zealand

8.7

“Clean, good location, had a pool, staff were really accommodating and nice. We are returning for our last night here ”

Hannah

United Kingdom

“Cleanest modern hostel I had in this area, well-equipped kitchen, helpful staff, cheap. Great community area to meet new people. Nice pool. You can get tanned h...”

Kay

Germany

9.5

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Until 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

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The Fine Print

Please note that groups of more than 6 are not accepted.

“I had a great stay here, twice. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful when it came to advice or suggestions. There's water and beer to buy at the hostel which is nice but plenty of room to bring and store you're own. The free bfast each morning is pancakes and was nice not to have to worry about 1 meal a day. The pool was a nice bonus. ”

Kate

United States of America

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Reviewed: May 18, 2019

Jodi
Canada
10

“Great start to a first solo trip!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Firenze - Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing, it was better than I had expected!
So clean, so friendly, and had good amenities & offerings!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 11, 2019

Anonymous
Spain
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Firenze - Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Little expensive for a share room

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 8, 2019

Kate
United States of America
8.8

“Stay at El Machico”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was very hot in the common area upstairs
I had a great stay here, twice. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful when it came to advice or suggestions. There's water and beer to buy at the hostel which is nice but plenty of room to bring and store you're own. The free bfast each morning is pancakes and was nice not to have to worry about 1 meal a day. The pool was a nice bonus.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

Ana
Portugal

1 helpful vote
7.5

“Good choice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Classic Double Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
The room was not soundproof.
The staff is great! They make sure you get all the information you need to get around and have the most out off Panama city. They'll give you lots of hints to enjoy your stay. The room was confortable and the breakfast delicious. Make sure you enjoy the pool, even if it is just for a dive!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 4, 2019

Mustafa
Turkey
Age group: 45 – 54

2 helpful votes
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staffs are not so kind and not helpful

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 30, 2019

Isa
Netherlands
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Firenze - Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
When I arrived there was no water and there wasn't a really social atmosphere. Everyone mostly kept to themselves. The breakfast was very basic, but it was okay.
The location is nice and you can easily walk or take an Uber to visit places. I didn't do any of the excursions they advertised, but they seemed very nice. The rooms were pretty Spacey and comfortable.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

Colm
Ireland

3 helpful votes
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I was really sick during my original stay. Had to keep extending my planned one night stay until I was feeling better. However, at no point did any of the staff ask how I was doing. Small question, little effort but would have been appreciated. Dorm was supposed to be 10 person but had 13/14 beds. Not enough toilets for amount of people staying.
Pancakes were a nice change for breakfast when I could eventually eat them. Big kitchen. Nice pool area.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Ofrinic
Israel
8.3

“Nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
My room ( i think 12 ppl) was really smelly The breakfast is only - pancake and coffee, so its not like a “ breakfast “
The rooms are big The toilets are clean For downtown the location was good

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Anonymous
Hungary
8.8

“Good value, good location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Double Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
Only a curtain separates the toilet so our relationship is deeper now than ever! Also the stairs to the shower are very slippery and dangerous.
Good location between the skyscrapers in a safe neighborhood, close to good restaurants, helpful staff, breakfast by the pool, air conditioned room

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 9, 2019

Benjamin
Belgium
9.2

“cleanliness and super staff !”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No toilet in my dorm
Thx you for your welcoming ! Had a great time here. Clean and most synaptic hostel of Panama City so far

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 4, 2019

Cass
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely pool to chill round in the sun most of that day. Pancakes for breakfast. 2 showers in room so rarely wait time. Good location walking distance to shops restraunts and shopping centre

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

KoenW14
Netherlands
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
$8 for laundry, no matter how much pounds
Very clean hostel with nice showers, a pool and breakfast(pancakes unfortunately) included

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 28, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not many showers but didn’t actually ever have to wait
Clean, nice breakfast and friendly atmosphere

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 18, 2019

Travis
Panama
10

“Clean, good bed, hot shower, secure lockers for your valuables.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Its a maze to get to. Make sure you have a map when you leave otherwise you may not find your back if setting out on foot. Cellphone fixes that as long as you download the maps.
Nicer part of town and is quiet. The bathrooms had the most water pressure and heat i had the entire time. The pool allows for some additional tan time before heading home. There is a doorbell to alert the staff if you go out drinking as the main gate closes for security of the guests. Breakfast and coffee in the morning.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 16, 2019

Rosa
Germany
5.8

“Could be nicer”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Super noisy place, there is loud music in the hostel, especially eating and chilling area, so its more a party hostel, although people seem to be not super social. When i asked to lower the music a little (because i wanted to skype and work) one of the guys was really pissy saying that this is the hostel flair. He lowerd a tiny!! bit, but turned it up after i was around the corner at the table, so thats pretty rude for a hostel. I thought its a hostel, not a disco... Bed makes noises, matress laid through, after one night the room got quite smelly because there was only Ac but windows were closed - normal with 10 people in a room i guess. No soaps, towels in the bathrooms. Breakfast limited. Coffee not good at all.
Bathrooms quite big, kitchen good equipped, pancake breakfast good (but monotonous, only banana sirup and pancake). Pool for swim. Lockers. Ac in the rooms,

Stayed in March 2019

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	Roma - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Single bed in dormitory room that features air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Heating • Walk-in closet • Shared toilet • Private entrance • Tile/Marble floor • Private pool Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Venezia - Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed and 9 bunk beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Single bed in dormitory room that features air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Private entrance • Tile/Marble floor • View • Private pool Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Firenze - Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This bed in dormitory has air conditioning, private entrance and tile/marble floor. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Heating • Walk-in closet • Private entrance • Tile/Marble floor • Private pool • Pool view Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Classic Double Room with Shower 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room features a tile/marble floor, private entrance and air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Private entrance • Tile/Marble floor • Private pool • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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