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Reviews of OyeBonita Hostel

Calle 66 Oeste, R, Panama City, Panama

#3 of 132 hotels in Panama City

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 34 hostel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free Wifi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our second time here. Lovely place and Stephanie is so kind.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    amazing hospitality, kind hosts, great environment, clean rooms

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2025

    9.0
    This is my Panamanian home away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Neighborhood noise seems to be on par with rest of Panama. I had ear plugs.

    Stefany was beyond helpful in making me feel at home and answering every question. Her English and enthusiasm are impecable. House is in safe area near a laundry , corner store and nearby traditional restaurants. 20 min Uber to Casco Viejo or Albrook Mall( it takes that long to get anywhere in P. City.)

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2025

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great staff, she was so friendly, and really helpful. I recommend this place.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2025

    10
    You can tell the Owner pours a ton of love and care about the hostel. It met every expectation I had
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    The HOST! The rooms were simple but with character. All I was really looking for during my stay. I had the opportunity to enjoy Panama City for a few hours and afterwards had a full night's rest!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My friend and I stayed twice during our trip together and we loved it both times. The location feels very safe, there is a small shop over the road where you can get SIM card and larger ones within 15 minutes walk for food shops. All the facilities are very nice, clean, and well equipped, and you’re also able to pay for laundry if you need to. The highlight was definitely the owner Stephanie, who is a natural host and can give you so much great advice as she knows and loves the city so well! She is a super kind and thoughtful person who made our time in Panama City extra special 💕

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2025

    10
    Brilliant place to soend some days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The room we were staying in qas so comfortable. It was pitch black at night so we had a fantastic sleep. The Air Con was brilliant. Stephanie, the owner, was so so friendly and helpful and really got us out of a little hole we were in. She didn't have to but went above and beyond to be as helpful as she could be. So very grateful for this. We will pass through again in a few months and will definitely stay again as the hostel was perfect. All that you want in a hostel.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved my stay! Definitely worth the price. The owner is very kind and accommodating

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    10
    Quite and comfortable room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean and homey accommodation. They’re very nice and helpful :) I stayed here to do the San Blas tour.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    10
    Lovely Stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great!

    Spacious, clean & quiet interior, beautiful & supportive host and family!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms have no windows. As everywhere in Panama the shower does not get hot.

    Stephanie is a great host. We had whats app contact even before I aarrived. Her english is great and we had nice conversations. Also she send me lots of information. Thete is a kitchen and there is a coffeemaker. Good matras, safe neighbourhood. You need an uber to get to town.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    8.0
    Nice place to stay for one night. Good bed and excellent shower.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was quite small and no window. For one night okay

    Very friendly staff. I could check in earlier and stay longer on the day I was leaving so I didn’t have to wait at the airport all day

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Nice little play to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No lockers to put away things. The bathroom was particularly hot and stifling, and the AC didn't cool enough.

    The host was excellent. Very friendly, attentive and welcoming. I also liked the decor of the facility. I liked the location, which was very nice and quiet. And i particularly liked how clean the place was.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    10
    Had a great stay. Restful sleep. Stefany gave helpful tips and showed around the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No downsides

    Friendly owner Nice neighborhood Fully equipped kitchen A/C all day

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    10
    One of the best hostels in Panama
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    - In-room AC could be turned on without schedule - Very friendly and helpful host - Facilities are new or remodeled - Laundry possible - Room and hostel regularly cleaned - Will install lockers soon

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    10
    Wonderful hostel with such a friendly and helpful host!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only thing I would add is a small reading light by the beds! But other than that everything was great

    We had an excellent stay at OyeBonito Hostel. Stefany is a great host, contact before hand was excellent and she even picked us up from Albrook station and drove us to the hostel because she was in the neighbourhood which was much appreciated after a long bus journey! The hostel is very new and everything matches the photos, comfortable beds, air conditioning and good wifi! The kitchen is well stocked and spacious. We stayed in both the dorm and the private room. The dorm felt nice spacious and the private room was very comfortable. Stefany was always on hand to help us and gave us so many good tips!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super clean, comfortable beds and Stephanie the host is very friendly and very helpful she gave me lots of good recommendations like the free Mola museum in casco viejo, will come back here when I’m back in the city

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2024

    10
    Solo calm travelers will feel at ease in OyeBonita Hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    It is a bit off the tourist path. This was fine for my purposes. Yet, for some it is quite far from the more energetic parts of Panama City.

    The experience was nearly flawless. Steffy makes her guests feel like a part of the family. In fact, it is beyond a family feel as she helps her guests out with any and all questions. I would highly recommend this hostel for solo travelers.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    10
    Great host super helpful goes out of her way to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Great information on places to g
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property is conveniently located near the metro into the city an easy 10 min walk. The owner is the nicest person I have met so far, she provides towels, shampoo and body wash in the dorms.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 10, 2024

    10
    We had a lovely stay in Oye Bonita!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All perfect!

    Is a very nice new little hostel. Thanks to the owner Stefany and her mum we had a perfect stay. They were very welcoming and helped us in everything we need. Good to meet other people as well. Gracias to make us feel at home!! Xx

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Overall it was a nice experience

    Nice and clean place to enjoy panama city. Close enough to the metro station, about 15min. Nice mattress, AC. The WC is inside the 6 bed bedroom. The owner and it's mother run the place and they were very helpful , helped me set the 7 day data Panamanian sim card and even offered me a tradicional Panamanian meal, it was a nice friendly touch. It was a bit difficult to find hostel, since there is no sign outside, I had to ask the neighbors. So if you don't have internet available, remember to ask specific instructions before going. Bring cash, since you can not use credit card .

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    10
    If you pass by Panama city, definitely stop here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I couldn’t imagine a better place to stay than this. The staff is the kindest and nicest you can find, and they made me feel part of the family since the very first moment, trying their best in helping me -you can tell they have travelled a lot. The room was super clean, the bed comfy, the toilet very modern. and was furnished with A/C. I loved the owner’s personal touch in decorating the hostel with her own art.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    10
    So welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stefany went way above and beyond what a hostel host should do. She was kind and welcoming and so helpful with me after my phone was stolen in Ecuador the day before I arrived. I cannot thank her enough. The hostel is clean and comfortable and I would 100% recommend this place.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice, little hostel! Very clean and well equipped! Nice, modern bathroom and comfy bed. Super welcoming and flexible host, who makes you feel home from the beginning... I would highly recommend!

    Stayed in January 2024

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