Plaza Paitilla Inn

My room was on the top floor, and I especially liked the large bay windows and the wonderful view over the bay (which was actually one of the reasons why I chose this hotel, and I was not disappointed). The room was very spacious and comfortable (a little bit "old fashioned", but it was OK). I also liked the breakfast room a lot (semi-outdoor, with a lot of birds coming around), and the breakfast itself with all sorts of food and very good and original juices. The location of the hotel is also very good for visiting the different parts of Panama City, and there was free parking for my rental car.

Some investigation reveals that this place was built in 1975 and once stood as the tallest building in Panama City for many years. You'd never guess that now as it stands surrounded by hotel and apartment blocks three times its height. Fortunately, it doesn't feel like it was built fifty years ago. I'm not one who is fussy about modernity but it is obvious the rooms have had a refit in recent times and are very comfortable and clean. Good beds, good water pressure in the shower and pretty good views from my room. The air con was fully functional but the mechanism mounted outside is somewhat noisy. However, this won't matter at all as the wildlife outside during the hours before sunrise, create quite a cacophony which I've never heard in the UK. But I don't care, because that's what I want when I visit a foreign country; an attack on my senses. Moreover, the windows are floor to ceiling and full width of the room, providing a great view out onto the city. I had to use the pool a few times, as the temperatures in Panama are unlike anything I'm used to in the much cooler UK, and the pool is clean and clear. The food is also good here and there was a BBQ for Sunday lunch during the few days I was there. Breakfast choice is vast. And good quality. Most of the staff can speak a little English but it really helps if you make an effort to communicate in Spanish and even if you make a mess of it, you can all laugh and it breaks the ice. I guess I don't have anything negative to say and that's because there isn't anything negative to say. I enjoyed my three nights here and it helped me settle into the country before I set off to more remote regions after my stay.

The hotel is exceptional with an incredible view over the Bay. The most beautiful view I've ever had from my room on the 18th and penultimate floor. 5-star welcome and extraordinary, attentive staff. The check in is very quick. The best breakfast I've ever had, hot dishes, pastries, different types of milk, scrambled eggs etc, fresh fruit juice etc ... The room was absolutely perfect with a rounded bay window and automatic curtains revealing a breathtaking view, super comfortable bedding and sheets and cushions, very functional bathroom. Perfectly clean. There's even a small empty fridge in the room. Swimming pool and gym where peace reigns, it's very pretty. There's even a small wellness lounge. The hotel also offers set meals and buffets. They are in the process of renovating the pool bar, which will be a real plus. Next door there is a small shop selling inexpensive souvenirs, and there is also a shop where you can buy drinks and food. They prepared my room for me before the scheduled time of 3 p.m. When I left at 1 p.m., they looked after my luggage free of charge and let me enjoy the hotel all day until the evening when I had to catch my plane. The taxi to Tocumen airport only cost me 19€. The taxi from Albrook airport to the hotel cost only 8€.This hotel is one of the most exceptional I have visited. The price is very attractive and the service is worthy of a 5 star hotel. Unforgettable stay thanks to the amenities and the and above all thanks to the quality of the reception staff and the doormen, whom I loved.

Great location, the panoramic views from my bay view room were stunning, the hotel staff was friendly and accommodating.

The room is simply fantastic, modern, convenient, same for the bathroom. The best thing about the room was the view over the ocean, gorgeous! The swimming pool was small but it was enough to swim for a bit. The breakfast has a huge variety of things but nothing of quality.