About this property
Located in the Marbella district in Panama City, 3 km from Canal Museum of Panama, El Machico Hostel boasts a swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom, air conditioning, hairdryer, cable TV, bed linens and Playstation. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property as well open-air cinema and a tour desk. You can play billiards at this hostel, and the area is popular for cycling. Metropolitan National Park is 3.1 km from El Machico Hostel, while Presidential Palace is 3.1 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Elias
Switzerland
“great breakfast, amazing staff, top facilities (billiard table, ps4, nintendo switch, pool) 10/10” - Julian
Germany
“nicest staff, great chill out are, pool table, swimming pool and clean rooms !” - Sophia
Germany
“Best Hostel in Panama City! I stayed here for almost two weeks and I really enjoyed it. Super nice Stuff and the Owners are so helpful, 24-reception, clean and big Rooms and common areas. The Pool is big and if you prefer a chill day you can play...” - Muhammad
Saudi Arabia
“pool was nice and breakfast delicious u can take uber to go downtown its cheap” - Charlotte
Australia
“Property was clean, beds were comfortable with own power outlets, aircon was cold and switched on without having to ask. A pleasant place to stay.” - Sarah
Canada
“Safe area and close to shops/restaurants, clean, nice pool, comfortable and big well equipped kitchen. Nice social vibe.” - Eliana
Austria
“Really nice hostel for your city stay. The staff is really nice and the bathrooms are clean. The pool and air condioning in the room are definitely plus points. Would recommend you to go there!” - Christopher
Austria
“Clean, good location, nice staff. Best hostel during 3 weeks of travelling.” - Trinkitty
Spain
“Great location. Breakfast was good. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There is luggage storage so if you check out but don't need to leave the city early, you can return to pick up your bags. Lots of space for people to socialise or be...” - Iwona
Poland
“Fantastic place to stay. Finally we found a hostel in the safe center of Panama, that was clean, quiet, cozy. Staff was very polite, and incredibly helpful. We were absolutely happy with our stay.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
Please note that groups of more than 6 are not accepted.