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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Casa Areka in Panama offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, refrigerator, and dining table. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace, in the garden, or by the year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property features an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and barbecue facilities. Dining and Services: A buffet breakfast with pancakes is served daily. The hostel includes a lounge, minimarket, and shared kitchen. Free on-site parking is available. Nearby Attractions: Located 10 km from Albrook International Airport, Casa Areka is close to the Canal Museum of Panama (5 km) and Bridge of the Americas (9 km).

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Panama City, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8

    • Breakfast info

    • American, Buffet

    • Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ramirez
    Colombia Colombia
    The hosts were really really nice and helpful, the cats that live in the hostel are really cute and the breakfast was amazing.
  • Rebecca
    Panama Panama
    The great reception and the sober but complete and tasteful private room, with good bathroom, ample closet space, fridge, a table to work on and even a bedside table and lamp. It's rare in cheaper hostels. The free banana pancakes 🥞
  • Alexandra
    Hungary Hungary
    The staff and the atmosphere was really nice. Supermarket and restaurants are close.
  • Gerrit
    Germany Germany
    Great Hostel with amazing staff! Solid kitchen, breakfast you can make yourself and upgrade as you wish. Very engaged and sympathetic staff. Real good guys who are keeping a clean house and know the area well. The Super 99 is the best Supermarket...
  • Elena
    Slovenia Slovenia
    This was my second time at Casa Areka and can't wait til I can come back again in the future! Such a cozy little hostel, with amazing, funny and super welcoming staff - always makes you feel like you are literally visiting your family from abroad...
  • Christian
    Germany Germany
    Friendly staff Fast laundry service Nice vibe Free water
  • Ellen
    Sweden Sweden
    Very good service! The staff was very nice and helpful both in answering our many questions about the city and how to get around, and when one of our bags got stuck in costa rica they fixed so that we could have one more night on short notice,...
  • Alexis
    Panama Panama
    The staff is great and it's always a friendly environment.
  • Jannis
    Germany Germany
    - the free breakfast was simple but good (pancakes with banana and sirup) - the staff was really friendly and helpful - laundry service was good - good recommendations what to do in the city - nice pool
  • Fiore
    Italy Italy
    What a lovely experience. Casa Arena aims to offer an experience, not just a bed. My boyfriend and I took a private room and had a great time. the hostel is the perfect base for exploring Panama's rich history. Moreover it has a swimming pool...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Casa Areka

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Billiards

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Laundry

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Casa Areka takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 50
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about Casa Areka