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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can enjoy activities like shopping in this destination, while the cafes offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.

Based on reviews from our customers, these Panama City hostels have the best ratings: Panamá Experience Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. You can take advantage of free WiFi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. You’ll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Hostel the pod 33 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Casa Vintage - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Guests can enjoy free breakfast and free WiFi. Rooms come with free WiFi. Posada 1914 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Hostel Loco Coco Loco - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. You’ll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Panama City, one of Expedia’s 21 hostels might be a great option.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Panama City are July, August, June, and November, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of rainfall.

In general, Panama City is known for its casinos, cafes, and restaurants. Major attractions include Albrook Shopping Mall. Get out into nature with places like Cinta Costera, Miraflores Locks, and Metropolitan Nature Park. Cultural attractions include National Theater, Biomuseo, and Colonial Religious Art Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Panama City in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), located 2.5 mi (4 km) from the city center. An alternative is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can access metro transit at Iglesia del Carmen Station, Vía Argentina, and Santo Tomas Station. If you’re looking to see more of the area, head over to Panama City Passenger Station to take a train.