Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo - Adults Only
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About this property
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and an elevator. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Kaandela serving guests of Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Location
Located in Panama City (Casco Viejo), Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo Adults Only is within a 15-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Albrook Shopping Mall and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Via Espana.
What's nearby
Interoceanic Canal Museum(0.1 Miles)
Independence Square(0.1 Miles)
National Theater(0.1 Miles)
Museum of History Panama(0.1 Miles)
Bolivar Square(0.1 Miles)
Palacio Bolivar(0.1 Miles)
Museo de la Esmeralda(0.1 Miles)
Club de Clases y Tropas(0.1 Miles)
Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama(0.1 Miles)
Palacio de las Garzas(0.2 Miles)
Mola Museum(0.2 Miles)
Iglesia de la Merced(0.2 Miles)
Paseo de Las Bovedas(0.3 Miles)
Anita Villalaz Theater(0.3 Miles)
National Institute of Culture(0.3 Miles)
Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)(3 Miles)
Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.)(7.4 Miles)
Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)(15.7 Miles)
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
Casa 324, Manzana 13, Av. Central España, Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
Interoceanic Canal Museum (0.1 Miles)
Independence Square (0.1 Miles)
National Theater (0.1 Miles)
Museum of History Panama (0.1 Miles)
Bolivar Square (0.1 Miles)
Palacio Bolivar (0.1 Miles)
Room options
11
Luxury Studio Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
312 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
4
Classic Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
10
Classic Studio Suite
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
Guest reviews of Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo - Adults Only
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 146 verified reviews
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At Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo - Adults Only, guests highlight warm, attentive service and a central, walkable Casco Viejo location, noting stylish rooms that are often small unless you book a suite.
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At Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo - Adults Only, guests highlight warm, attentive service and a central, walkable Casco Viejo location, noting stylish rooms that are often small unless you book a suite.
Many praise the on-site Kaandela restaurant and bar, while a few mention limited breakfast or lunch options and occasional difficulties with special diets. Facilities include a pleasant rooftop hot tub (with a small pool noted by some) and an elevator, but several wish for more lounge space and note the absence of in-room TVs. Noise affects some rooms near the restaurant or during nearby construction, whereas others found nights quiet. Expect an intimate, design-forward boutique stay.
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Facilities
Rooftop hot tub (and a small pool mentioned in some reviews), on-site bar/restaurant, and an elevator stand out. Several guests wish for more communal lounge space.
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10
Lisa
4 May 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This place is a hidden gem and we highly recommend. We had an amazing room. The staff are so friendly and felt like friends after our week stay. the location is unbeatable and great for walking to all the sights and bars and restaurant's in the old town. We also explored islands, rainforest, jungle, high rise city and Panama Canal and Monkey island . We need to return as there is still so much to see. We also loved the breakfasts and the hot tub on the roof garden area. We usually stay in Marriotts/ Hyatts this place was so much better the decor was amazing and a lovely ambience.
This place is a hidden gem and we highly recommend. We had an amazing room. The staff are so friendly and felt like friends after our week stay. the location is unbeatable and great for walking to all the sights and bars and restaurant's in the old town. We also explored islands, rainforest, jungle, high rise city and Panama Canal and Monkey island . We need to return as there is still so much to see. We also loved the breakfasts and the hot tub on the roof garden area. We usually stay in Marriotts/ Hyatts this place was so much better the decor was amazing and a lovely ambience.
10
ROBERTO
21 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great bar and restaurant. Extra stars and kudos for Chiara, a superb cocktail maker.
Great bar and restaurant. Extra stars and kudos for Chiara, a superb cocktail maker.
10
Michelle
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I can’t say enough good things about the accommodations, the staff and the room. I did stay in a suite and I hear the regular rooms are quite small. The suite was beautiful. Loved the jacuzzi on the roof. The staff was super nice. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
I can’t say enough good things about the accommodations, the staff and the room. I did stay in a suite and I hear the regular rooms are quite small. The suite was beautiful. Loved the jacuzzi on the roof. The staff was super nice. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
4
linda jane
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was extremely noisy as was above their restaurant .No lounge area to sit so confimed to very small dark room .Kaandala is the restaurant where service was slow and one main course arrived cold.This hotel is definitely not worthy of it’s proce.
The room was extremely noisy as was above their restaurant .No lounge area to sit so confimed to very small dark room .Kaandala is the restaurant where service was slow and one main course arrived cold.This hotel is definitely not worthy of it’s proce.
10
Nichole
19 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Amarla in Casco exceeded our expectations - at every point, from check in to the room, the design of the hotel, the location, the quiet, the sophistication and service - just wonderful. The rooftop is stunning, the rooms are beautiful, the service (everyone) was genuinely warm and welcoming and the adjacent restaurant was unexpectedly some of the best meals of our trip. We will stay again!
Amarla in Casco exceeded our expectations - at every point, from check in to the room, the design of the hotel, the location, the quiet, the sophistication and service - just wonderful. The rooftop is stunning, the rooms are beautiful, the service (everyone) was genuinely warm and welcoming and the adjacent restaurant was unexpectedly some of the best meals of our trip. We will stay again!
10
Helen
12 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 6 nights
This is such a lovely hotel. The rooms are so comfortable with great beds, lovely additions like the silk robes, and a fantastic shower. The rooftop is really beautiful with a jacuzzi big enough comfortably for 4 people. The breakfast is great food although quite limited from the menu - there are only 4 or 5 hot options. We however figured out that we could add and change things as the week progressed, as we decided what we liked the most. I’d really recommend this hotel to anyone, particularly couples, as the rooms and roof are very romantic.
This is such a lovely hotel. The rooms are so comfortable with great beds, lovely additions like the silk robes, and a fantastic shower. The rooftop is really beautiful with a jacuzzi big enough comfortably for 4 people. The breakfast is great food although quite limited from the menu - there are only 4 or 5 hot options. We however figured out that we could add and change things as the week progressed, as we decided what we liked the most. I’d really recommend this hotel to anyone, particularly couples, as the rooms and roof are very romantic.
10
Kineret
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very good location. Amazing service. Great room and bathroom. Very nice hut tip (cold water. It is very hot in this city) on roof tub. Great bar.
Very good location. Amazing service. Great room and bathroom. Very nice hut tip (cold water. It is very hot in this city) on roof tub. Great bar.
10
Amanda
20 Jun 2023
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We stayed at Amarla twice - one night on either end of our trip. Both times we were in the Superior Deluxe Suite. It was awesome! The hotel is quaint and has a ton of style. The room was spacious and the bed was super comfortable. Our room was 2 stories with a separate living area from the bedroom. It was great having a balcony to people watch from as well. The rooftop has a small pool and lounge area. There is also a restaurant attached. We were only able to eat breakfast there as they couldn’t accommodate diet restrictions for dinner time though. I would highly recommend Amarla if you are in the Casco Viejo area! It was totally central to everything and super easy to walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Just book it!
We stayed at Amarla twice - one night on either end of our trip. Both times we were in the Superior Deluxe Suite. It was awesome! The hotel is quaint and has a ton of style. The room was spacious and the bed was super comfortable. Our room was 2 stories with a separate living area from the bedroom. It was great having a balcony to people watch from as well. The rooftop has a small pool and lounge area. There is also a restaurant attached. We were only able to eat breakfast there as they couldn’t accommodate diet restrictions for dinner time though. I would highly recommend Amarla if you are in the Casco Viejo area! It was totally central to everything and super easy to walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Just book it!
10
Mariella
27 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely boutique property in the heart of Casco Viejo. Centrally located within the Casco, we could walk everywhere. Service was lovely and their restaurant in the main level was lovely too. Our room was a good size and it had lovely amenities. Super nice decor and very clean. There was an elevator to get to the third floor where our room was which was nice and our room had AC.
Lovely boutique property in the heart of Casco Viejo. Centrally located within the Casco, we could walk everywhere. Service was lovely and their restaurant in the main level was lovely too. Our room was a good size and it had lovely amenities. Super nice decor and very clean. There was an elevator to get to the third floor where our room was which was nice and our room had AC.
8
Jessica
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There was construction going on, and so there were lots noses coming through the walls all the time- vibrantion, clanging, buzzing.... everything is very compact, and i wish there were more spaces in which to relax. Also, lighting was odd. I needed to do some work? And i couldn't find anywhere to get enough light when the weather kept me inside. It's beautiful, and the staff and food were excellent, but this are the areas for improvement
There was construction going on, and so there were lots noses coming through the walls all the time- vibrantion, clanging, buzzing.... everything is very compact, and i wish there were more spaces in which to relax. Also, lighting was odd. I needed to do some work? And i couldn't find anywhere to get enough light when the weather kept me inside. It's beautiful, and the staff and food were excellent, but this are the areas for improvement
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Cleanliness
Reviews commonly describe the hotel and rooms as very clean or spotless, with one noting cleanliness could be improved.
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10
Geert
1 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Small room but beautiful & clean. Staff was very friendly, hotel was situated in a perfect location in the old city center.
Small room but beautiful & clean. Staff was very friendly, hotel was situated in a perfect location in the old city center.
10
Sara
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is hotel is a gem! Very clean, nice staff and well located.
This is hotel is a gem! Very clean, nice staff and well located.
10
Alessandra
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was amazing, the food even better & the room was clean and gorgeous. Location is great for walkability
The staff was amazing, the food even better & the room was clean and gorgeous. Location is great for walkability
10
Mariella
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely boutique property in the heart of Casco Viejo. Centrally located within the Casco, we could walk everywhere. Service was lovely and their restaurant in the main level was lovely too. Our room was a good size and it had lovely amenities. Super nice decor and very clean. There was an elevator to get to the third floor where our room was which was nice and our room had AC.
Lovely boutique property in the heart of Casco Viejo. Centrally located within the Casco, we could walk everywhere. Service was lovely and their restaurant in the main level was lovely too. Our room was a good size and it had lovely amenities. Super nice decor and very clean. There was an elevator to get to the third floor where our room was which was nice and our room had AC.
10
Paul
2 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amarlanis a beautiful, spotless, boutique hotel. The staff is amazingly friendly and genuinely make you feel at home. My room was quite small, but complete with everything i needed. I would recommend it to a friend looking for a place to stay in Casco Viejo!
Amarlanis a beautiful, spotless, boutique hotel. The staff is amazingly friendly and genuinely make you feel at home. My room was quite small, but complete with everything i needed. I would recommend it to a friend looking for a place to stay in Casco Viejo!
10
Frank
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
it was clean and centrally located to go out and get dinner and drinks. Beds and pillows were clean and nice, which I appreciated. Water is hot
it was clean and centrally located to go out and get dinner and drinks. Beds and pillows were clean and nice, which I appreciated. Water is hot
8
Felipe
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cozy hotel, comfortable with friendly staff. However, the room cleanliness could be improved considering the hotel's standard. Very good breakfast, delicious! There is no TV in the room, but this didn't affect us, as we always prefer to explore the city.
Cozy hotel, comfortable with friendly staff. However, the room cleanliness could be improved considering the hotel's standard. Very good breakfast, delicious! There is no TV in the room, but this didn't affect us, as we always prefer to explore the city.
8
Loralyn
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The hotel was very clean in the staff were extremely friendly
The hotel was very clean in the staff were extremely friendly
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Rooms
Stylish, comfortable rooms often run small or tiny; suites and lofts are spacious with features like balconies or separate living areas. Noise varies by room, with some quiet stays and others affected by restaurant or construction.
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10
Geert
1 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Small room but beautiful & clean. Staff was very friendly, hotel was situated in a perfect location in the old city center.
Small room but beautiful & clean. Staff was very friendly, hotel was situated in a perfect location in the old city center.
10
Gregg
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was tiny but adorable. The staff could not have been nicer. The extra bonus was 20% off on their restaurant Kandeela. I usually avoid hotel restaurants but this was well rated and when we saw and smelled what was coming out of the kitchen we decided to eat there. Dinner was fantastic, original and the service outstanding. With the discount it was a tremendous bargain.
Our room was tiny but adorable. The staff could not have been nicer. The extra bonus was 20% off on their restaurant Kandeela. I usually avoid hotel restaurants but this was well rated and when we saw and smelled what was coming out of the kitchen we decided to eat there. Dinner was fantastic, original and the service outstanding. With the discount it was a tremendous bargain.
10
Michelle
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I can’t say enough good things about the accommodations, the staff and the room. I did stay in a suite and I hear the regular rooms are quite small. The suite was beautiful. Loved the jacuzzi on the roof. The staff was super nice. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
I can’t say enough good things about the accommodations, the staff and the room. I did stay in a suite and I hear the regular rooms are quite small. The suite was beautiful. Loved the jacuzzi on the roof. The staff was super nice. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
4
linda jane
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was extremely noisy as was above their restaurant .No lounge area to sit so confimed to very small dark room .Kaandala is the restaurant where service was slow and one main course arrived cold.This hotel is definitely not worthy of it’s proce.
The room was extremely noisy as was above their restaurant .No lounge area to sit so confimed to very small dark room .Kaandala is the restaurant where service was slow and one main course arrived cold.This hotel is definitely not worthy of it’s proce.
8
Shawn
18 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean but tiny
Clean but tiny
10
Helen
12 Apr 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This is such a lovely hotel. The rooms are so comfortable with great beds, lovely additions like the silk robes, and a fantastic shower. The rooftop is really beautiful with a jacuzzi big enough comfortably for 4 people. The breakfast is great food although quite limited from the menu - there are only 4 or 5 hot options. We however figured out that we could add and change things as the week progressed, as we decided what we liked the most. I’d really recommend this hotel to anyone, particularly couples, as the rooms and roof are very romantic.
This is such a lovely hotel. The rooms are so comfortable with great beds, lovely additions like the silk robes, and a fantastic shower. The rooftop is really beautiful with a jacuzzi big enough comfortably for 4 people. The breakfast is great food although quite limited from the menu - there are only 4 or 5 hot options. We however figured out that we could add and change things as the week progressed, as we decided what we liked the most. I’d really recommend this hotel to anyone, particularly couples, as the rooms and roof are very romantic.
10
Amanda
20 Jun 2023
·
We stayed at Amarla twice - one night on either end of our trip. Both times we were in the Superior Deluxe Suite. It was awesome! The hotel is quaint and has a ton of style. The room was spacious and the bed was super comfortable. Our room was 2 stories with a separate living area from the bedroom. It was great having a balcony to people watch from as well. The rooftop has a small pool and lounge area. There is also a restaurant attached. We were only able to eat breakfast there as they couldn’t accommodate diet restrictions for dinner time though. I would highly recommend Amarla if you are in the Casco Viejo area! It was totally central to everything and super easy to walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Just book it!
We stayed at Amarla twice - one night on either end of our trip. Both times we were in the Superior Deluxe Suite. It was awesome! The hotel is quaint and has a ton of style. The room was spacious and the bed was super comfortable. Our room was 2 stories with a separate living area from the bedroom. It was great having a balcony to people watch from as well. The rooftop has a small pool and lounge area. There is also a restaurant attached. We were only able to eat breakfast there as they couldn’t accommodate diet restrictions for dinner time though. I would highly recommend Amarla if you are in the Casco Viejo area! It was totally central to everything and super easy to walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Just book it!
10
Susan
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The room was actually a loft suite. It was perfect. The staff was attentive and friendly.
The room was actually a loft suite. It was perfect. The staff was attentive and friendly.
10
Marc
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
I was thrilled to stay at the Amarla. The communication between the staff and me before my arrival (discussing tours and other details) was more than outstanding. Never have I received such communication from a hotel. Special shout out to Osmar, who kept me in the loop and Ginelva, who was at the front desk when we checked in. She made sure we got settled in, had dinner, and assured us coffee and a box meal the morning we had a 6am tour. The room was comfortable and really, really quiet. The hotel offered the best sleep I've had in six months! The staff in the on-site restaurant was also very attentive : Yenny and Luis were exceptionally attentive. And the food was delicious, we ate dinner the first night at the hotel and every day for breakfast. When I return to Panama I will definitely start at the Amarla again.
I was thrilled to stay at the Amarla. The communication between the staff and me before my arrival (discussing tours and other details) was more than outstanding. Never have I received such communication from a hotel. Special shout out to Osmar, who kept me in the loop and Ginelva, who was at the front desk when we checked in. She made sure we got settled in, had dinner, and assured us coffee and a box meal the morning we had a 6am tour. The room was comfortable and really, really quiet. The hotel offered the best sleep I've had in six months! The staff in the on-site restaurant was also very attentive : Yenny and Luis were exceptionally attentive. And the food was delicious, we ate dinner the first night at the hotel and every day for breakfast. When I return to Panama I will definitely start at the Amarla again.
10
Frederick
18 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little hotel in Casco Viejo. Rooms are small, but comfortable. Reception is a bit odd, but service was nice.
Great little hotel in Casco Viejo. Rooms are small, but comfortable. Reception is a bit odd, but service was nice.
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Service
Service is a standout: friendly, attentive, and proactive, from pre-arrival communication to arranging transport, carrying bags during roadblocks, and preparing early breakfast boxes; luggage holding is also noted.
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Aaron
10 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was outstanding but the real treat was the staff. From check-in to breakfast server each day and throughout our stay the staff was amazing. The hotel is in the heart of the action but also inside the quiet zone at night.
Room was outstanding but the real treat was the staff. From check-in to breakfast server each day and throughout our stay the staff was amazing. The hotel is in the heart of the action but also inside the quiet zone at night.
10
TIFFANIE
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was absolutely wonderful and accommodating.
The staff was absolutely wonderful and accommodating.
10
Juliana
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a magical stay in the heart of Casco Viejo. Beautiful decor with great views and exceptional service. Highly recommend!
This is a magical stay in the heart of Casco Viejo. Beautiful decor with great views and exceptional service. Highly recommend!
10
Benjamin
30 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An exceptional property and a restaurant that is not to be missed. The shining diamond of the experience for us was the staff. Anticipatory services at every opportunity. If you have the opportunity to book this property, book it….then book a dinner reservation at Kaandela.
An exceptional property and a restaurant that is not to be missed. The shining diamond of the experience for us was the staff. Anticipatory services at every opportunity. If you have the opportunity to book this property, book it….then book a dinner reservation at Kaandela.
10
Sharon Lee
27 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Amarla is a beautiful property. Gina at the front desk was very helpful. Also, we appreciated the man who carried our bags 6 blocks on the night of our arrival due to roadblocks because of the holiday. I highly recommend - just request room not directly in sun because air conditioner is a little weak. Jenny in the dining room was wonderful and breakfast was absolutely delicious.
The Amarla is a beautiful property. Gina at the front desk was very helpful. Also, we appreciated the man who carried our bags 6 blocks on the night of our arrival due to roadblocks because of the holiday. I highly recommend - just request room not directly in sun because air conditioner is a little weak. Jenny in the dining room was wonderful and breakfast was absolutely delicious.
10
Christopher Michael
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff were incredible
The staff were incredible
10
Susan
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The room was actually a loft suite. It was perfect. The staff was attentive and friendly.
The room was actually a loft suite. It was perfect. The staff was attentive and friendly.
10
Hannah
24 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service in all aspects of the hotel — helpful in coordinating airport transport, delicious breakfast, and warm welcome to Panama! Five star experience all around!
Excellent service in all aspects of the hotel — helpful in coordinating airport transport, delicious breakfast, and warm welcome to Panama! Five star experience all around!
10
Marc
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
I was thrilled to stay at the Amarla. The communication between the staff and me before my arrival (discussing tours and other details) was more than outstanding. Never have I received such communication from a hotel. Special shout out to Osmar, who kept me in the loop and Ginelva, who was at the front desk when we checked in. She made sure we got settled in, had dinner, and assured us coffee and a box meal the morning we had a 6am tour. The room was comfortable and really, really quiet. The hotel offered the best sleep I've had in six months! The staff in the on-site restaurant was also very attentive : Yenny and Luis were exceptionally attentive. And the food was delicious, we ate dinner the first night at the hotel and every day for breakfast. When I return to Panama I will definitely start at the Amarla again.
I was thrilled to stay at the Amarla. The communication between the staff and me before my arrival (discussing tours and other details) was more than outstanding. Never have I received such communication from a hotel. Special shout out to Osmar, who kept me in the loop and Ginelva, who was at the front desk when we checked in. She made sure we got settled in, had dinner, and assured us coffee and a box meal the morning we had a 6am tour. The room was comfortable and really, really quiet. The hotel offered the best sleep I've had in six months! The staff in the on-site restaurant was also very attentive : Yenny and Luis were exceptionally attentive. And the food was delicious, we ate dinner the first night at the hotel and every day for breakfast. When I return to Panama I will definitely start at the Amarla again.
8
Loralyn
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The hotel was very clean in the staff were extremely friendly
The hotel was very clean in the staff were extremely friendly
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Location
In the heart of Casco Viejo and very walkable to sights, restaurants, and museums; some note it’s lively by day yet quiet at night.
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Lisa
4 May 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This place is a hidden gem and we highly recommend. We had an amazing room. The staff are so friendly and felt like friends after our week stay. the location is unbeatable and great for walking to all the sights and bars and restaurant's in the old town. We also explored islands, rainforest, jungle, high rise city and Panama Canal and Monkey island . We need to return as there is still so much to see. We also loved the breakfasts and the hot tub on the roof garden area. We usually stay in Marriotts/ Hyatts this place was so much better the decor was amazing and a lovely ambience.
This place is a hidden gem and we highly recommend. We had an amazing room. The staff are so friendly and felt like friends after our week stay. the location is unbeatable and great for walking to all the sights and bars and restaurant's in the old town. We also explored islands, rainforest, jungle, high rise city and Panama Canal and Monkey island . We need to return as there is still so much to see. We also loved the breakfasts and the hot tub on the roof garden area. We usually stay in Marriotts/ Hyatts this place was so much better the decor was amazing and a lovely ambience.
10
Lynne
7 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Amarla was a charming boutique hotel located near the Plaza de Francia in the Casco Viejo area of Panama City. The staff were friendly and helpful, even holding ours bags for us after we checked out. The hotel is in a very walkable area.
The Amarla was a charming boutique hotel located near the Plaza de Francia in the Casco Viejo area of Panama City. The staff were friendly and helpful, even holding ours bags for us after we checked out. The hotel is in a very walkable area.
10
Aaron
10 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was outstanding but the real treat was the staff. From check-in to breakfast server each day and throughout our stay the staff was amazing. The hotel is in the heart of the action but also inside the quiet zone at night.
Room was outstanding but the real treat was the staff. From check-in to breakfast server each day and throughout our stay the staff was amazing. The hotel is in the heart of the action but also inside the quiet zone at night.
10
Erin
10 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and quaint hotel in a happening part of the city. Lots of restaurants, historical sites, museums, nightlife, and shopping within walking distance.
Beautiful and quaint hotel in a happening part of the city. Lots of restaurants, historical sites, museums, nightlife, and shopping within walking distance.
10
Sara
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is hotel is a gem! Very clean, nice staff and well located.
This is hotel is a gem! Very clean, nice staff and well located.
10
Kineret
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very good location. Amazing service. Great room and bathroom. Very nice hut tip (cold water. It is very hot in this city) on roof tub. Great bar.
Very good location. Amazing service. Great room and bathroom. Very nice hut tip (cold water. It is very hot in this city) on roof tub. Great bar.
10
Tristan
18 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Wonderful stay at this chic hotel in the heart of Casco Viejo
Wonderful stay at this chic hotel in the heart of Casco Viejo
10
Mariella
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely boutique property in the heart of Casco Viejo. Centrally located within the Casco, we could walk everywhere. Service was lovely and their restaurant in the main level was lovely too. Our room was a good size and it had lovely amenities. Super nice decor and very clean. There was an elevator to get to the third floor where our room was which was nice and our room had AC.
Lovely boutique property in the heart of Casco Viejo. Centrally located within the Casco, we could walk everywhere. Service was lovely and their restaurant in the main level was lovely too. Our room was a good size and it had lovely amenities. Super nice decor and very clean. There was an elevator to get to the third floor where our room was which was nice and our room had AC.
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Andreas
16 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Superb little Boutique hotel in the center of the Casco Viejo, which also features one of the best restaurants I encountered in Panama, and beyond. The area offers shops, sights, museums, access to the coast, and many good restaurants in all price ranges. Highly recommendable !!!
Superb little Boutique hotel in the center of the Casco Viejo, which also features one of the best restaurants I encountered in Panama, and beyond. The area offers shops, sights, museums, access to the coast, and many good restaurants in all price ranges. Highly recommendable !!!
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Frank
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
it was clean and centrally located to go out and get dinner and drinks. Beds and pillows were clean and nice, which I appreciated. Water is hot
it was clean and centrally located to go out and get dinner and drinks. Beds and pillows were clean and nice, which I appreciated. Water is hot
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Dining
Kaandela earns strong praise for dinners, cocktails, and tasty breakfasts, and guests appreciate the on-site discount. Some mention limited menus, difficulty accommodating dietary restrictions, or occasional slow service.
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Lanique
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The property looks exactly like the pictures. The Rooms were a bit smaller than I imagined. The lunch menu needs to be a bit more versatile and didn’t like the options at all. However this place is 10/10 for me, highly recommend.
The property looks exactly like the pictures. The Rooms were a bit smaller than I imagined. The lunch menu needs to be a bit more versatile and didn’t like the options at all. However this place is 10/10 for me, highly recommend.
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ROBERTO
21 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great bar and restaurant. Extra stars and kudos for Chiara, a superb cocktail maker.
Great bar and restaurant. Extra stars and kudos for Chiara, a superb cocktail maker.
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Gregg
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was tiny but adorable. The staff could not have been nicer. The extra bonus was 20% off on their restaurant Kandeela. I usually avoid hotel restaurants but this was well rated and when we saw and smelled what was coming out of the kitchen we decided to eat there. Dinner was fantastic, original and the service outstanding. With the discount it was a tremendous bargain.
Our room was tiny but adorable. The staff could not have been nicer. The extra bonus was 20% off on their restaurant Kandeela. I usually avoid hotel restaurants but this was well rated and when we saw and smelled what was coming out of the kitchen we decided to eat there. Dinner was fantastic, original and the service outstanding. With the discount it was a tremendous bargain.
10
Zuzana
2 Dec 2022
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Boutique hotel in beautiful Casco Viejo. Charming beautifully restored building, balconies, flowers, greenery. Amarla's staff was absolutely fantastic, catering to our every request. Concierge service made arrangements for us on a very tight schedule, thank you! Breakfast was included, not a big menu, but all I tried was delicious and beautifully presented. Restaurant Kaandela in the hotel serves dinner, and is one of the best in the area. Bonus - as a guest you receive a discount. We took an early morning trip (5am) and the staff prepared our breakfast to go (boxed). This is adult only hotel. Perfect to relax, quiet, historical.
Boutique hotel in beautiful Casco Viejo. Charming beautifully restored building, balconies, flowers, greenery. Amarla's staff was absolutely fantastic, catering to our every request. Concierge service made arrangements for us on a very tight schedule, thank you! Breakfast was included, not a big menu, but all I tried was delicious and beautifully presented. Restaurant Kaandela in the hotel serves dinner, and is one of the best in the area. Bonus - as a guest you receive a discount. We took an early morning trip (5am) and the staff prepared our breakfast to go (boxed). This is adult only hotel. Perfect to relax, quiet, historical.
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linda jane
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was extremely noisy as was above their restaurant .No lounge area to sit so confimed to very small dark room .Kaandala is the restaurant where service was slow and one main course arrived cold.This hotel is definitely not worthy of it’s proce.
The room was extremely noisy as was above their restaurant .No lounge area to sit so confimed to very small dark room .Kaandala is the restaurant where service was slow and one main course arrived cold.This hotel is definitely not worthy of it’s proce.
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Benjamin
30 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An exceptional property and a restaurant that is not to be missed. The shining diamond of the experience for us was the staff. Anticipatory services at every opportunity. If you have the opportunity to book this property, book it….then book a dinner reservation at Kaandela.
An exceptional property and a restaurant that is not to be missed. The shining diamond of the experience for us was the staff. Anticipatory services at every opportunity. If you have the opportunity to book this property, book it….then book a dinner reservation at Kaandela.
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sven
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great restaurant as well. Abdiel the waiter is great.
Great restaurant as well. Abdiel the waiter is great.
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Ricardo
26 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional staff, out of this world restaurant, great wine list, very charming, great value for themoney, sofisticated
Exceptional staff, out of this world restaurant, great wine list, very charming, great value for themoney, sofisticated
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Andreas
16 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Superb little Boutique hotel in the center of the Casco Viejo, which also features one of the best restaurants I encountered in Panama, and beyond. The area offers shops, sights, museums, access to the coast, and many good restaurants in all price ranges. Highly recommendable !!!
Superb little Boutique hotel in the center of the Casco Viejo, which also features one of the best restaurants I encountered in Panama, and beyond. The area offers shops, sights, museums, access to the coast, and many good restaurants in all price ranges. Highly recommendable !!!
10
Ken
12 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Amarla is a wonderful boutique hotel. The amenities in the room were excellent. The service was five star. Everyone we ad interaction with were friendly and happy. The food in the restaurant was great. The chef is excellent. Flavor profiles were very good. This restaurant is frequented by the locals, not just hotel guests. Overall we were very pleased with our stay. I would highly recommend this hotel for your stay in Panama City.
The Amarla is a wonderful boutique hotel. The amenities in the room were excellent. The service was five star. Everyone we ad interaction with were friendly and happy. The food in the restaurant was great. The chef is excellent. Flavor profiles were very good. This restaurant is frequented by the locals, not just hotel guests. Overall we were very pleased with our stay. I would highly recommend this hotel for your stay in Panama City.
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Kennedi
13 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The location was great & staff was cool too!
The location was great & staff was cool too!
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Rachel
18 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing experience.
We had an amazing experience.
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Vanessa
7 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay!
Great stay!
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Nicolas
8 Apr 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Wow !
Wow !
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William
5 Apr 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Walkable. Very clean and comfortable
Walkable. Very clean and comfortable
Property policies
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From 15:00 to 22:00
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FAQs about Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo - Adults Only
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 15 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel to arrange the transfer.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Panama City (Casco Viejo), within a 15-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. It is approximately 3.1 miles from Albrook Shopping Mall and 3.9 miles from Multiplaza Pacific Mall. Nearby attractions include the National Theater and Bolivar Square, both within 0.1 miles.
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This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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