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The Balboa Inn

3.0 star property
B&B with restaurant, near Albrook Shopping Mall

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Breakfast and dinner served, local and international cuisine
Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
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Nestled near Albrook Shopping Mall, The Balboa Inn offers a serene retreat with a charming garden and library. Enjoy breakfast or dinner at the on-site restaurant, connect to WiFi in your room, and unwind with laundry facilities nearby.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $49
includes taxes & fees
$44 per night
May 4 - May 5

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Las Cruces 2311/A, Balboa, Panama City

What's nearby

  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cinta Costera - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Amador Causeway - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Via Espana - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 4 min drive
  • Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 19 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 31 min drive
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 10 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Coca Cola - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Niko's Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Fábrica - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Balboa Inn

The Balboa Inn is just 1.8 mi (3 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time ends: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 13 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Balboa Inn Panama City
Balboa Panama City
The Balboa Hotel Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama/Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama/Panama City
The Balboa Inn Panama City
The Balboa Inn Bed & breakfast
The Balboa Inn Bed & breakfast Panama City

Frequently asked questions

Does The Balboa Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Balboa Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Balboa Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 13 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Balboa Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Balboa Inn?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Balboa Inn?

Check-in ends: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Balboa Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (6-min drive) and Crown Casino (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Balboa Inn and nearby?

The Balboa Inn has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Balboa Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around The Balboa Inn like?

The Balboa Inn is in Balboa, a short 4-minute drive from Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) and 18 minutes' walk from Mi Pueblito.

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The Balboa Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
Service staff
Bed
Restaurant
Location
Microwave
Car
Water
Air conditioning

What guests liked

  • The pool area is lovely and a great place to relax, with comfortable lounging options and a tranquil atmosphere. (6 reviews)
  • The air conditioning in the rooms was effective and worked well. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Stay.! Will recommend
David, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Okey place to sleep for the night if you need to be close to airport but not more than that.
Martina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great value for your money

The room was very clean. It had a nice hot shower. The neighborhood is very nice. For a short walk there's a shopping center with a restaurant. The only thing is be aware that the staff did not speak English.
leslie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good
Dany, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Best service
Monica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place clean comfortable price clean .I wil come back for sure.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great, friendly staff!
Joos, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Meh!

The pros: quiet - in residential area, clean, AC worked well once turned on, comfortable bed. Close to Albrook airport. Felt safe as single woman. Cons: HARD to find; Uber guy and I searched for 10 minutes d/t lack of signage & the facade doesn’t look like a hotel. NOTHING like the pictures….. I’ll say that again… NOTHING… not even close ; kudos the the marketing person! ;0) I should have taken pictures but I was too tired after traveling all day! Very Spartan. White walls, white linens, no artwork. Bars on the windows with no view. OLD… doors are warped & I got locked in my room when I was checking out. I had to jimmy the lock! Towels were gray and needed a good bleaching. The microwave looked to be from the late 70s. Fridge was maybe 90s. “Furniture” was built in concrete. No wood in the room! Amenities: when I arrived nothing was plugged in or turned on. I only needed the air and it took about 2 hrs to cool the room. There is nothing to eat within walking distance when it’s dark. If you uber it, the mall is close. There are no cups, glasses, or water in the room. Small generic shampoo and the smallest bar of soap I’ve ever seen! There was a sign on the reception “desk” that said $90/nt. After spending $56 I didn’t feel cheated… but at $90!!! Hell no!! Cheers!
Lynette J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tranquil location

The hotel was quiet and clean with comfortable beds. Exactly what we needed.
Virginia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The parking is tight but covered. Property is absolutely spotless
Cat, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff!
Christina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great pool area and breakfast. In a residential area. Super close to Albrook airport, which is why we chose this place. Would stay here again, but stay longer to enjoy the pool.
william, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it. Will stay again.
Lucy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had business nearby, and this location is easy to get to from the interamericana without too much struggle with Panama City traffic
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A true hidden gem

We really enjoyed our stay. The staff are very friendly and the environment was very peaceful and refreshing. A true hidden gem.
Shella, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

We spend 10 days there, nice and clean place, good service,But needs space to hang your clothes and a place were to accommodate your clothes.
Julia, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a small room that had everything I needed. I would stay there again for sure...

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

This is a great little boutique hotel. Check in was easy and the whole place is meticulously clean from the common area to the room. The bed was comfortable and the water in the shower was nice and hot, with good pressure. We would definitely recommend this accommodation.
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

PTY 4

Easy check in, good location, nice staff...............
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful little retreat in a nice quiet residential neighborhood. Close to the old town and a quick cab or Uber ride there. Great breakfast for a small price with attentive staff. Highly recommend it.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

William, our host was a treasure! Pool and lounging area is lovely. Rooms clean, well maintained. Mattresses comfortable. Wifi great.
Brenda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Calm staying and pool between flights

It was a short 2-nights stay after a transatlantic flight. The property is close to the city center (by taxi) and both the national (10 min drive) international (25 min) airports. The pool was essential - first days were tough (hot and humidity). The breakfast lacks fruits. The staff is very friendly. Serenity and tranquility - were happy that didn’t stay in the central (noisy) locations.
Vitaly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great value for the money. Simple, very clean rooms. The sheets smelled so fresh, that I just had to ask what detergent they were using.

10/10 Exceptional

There are no grocery stores walking distance. Nice place, quiet area, low traffic, easy to drive around.
Maciej, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the fact it was quiet.didnt feel I was on the city. The guy that works there was always very helpful on all our needs.(taxi, directions, laundry) good place.
Sebastian, 7-night trip