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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. 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 the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social environment.

Based on our customers’ reviews, these Panama City hostels have the best ratings: Edificio Bola de Oro - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Panamá Experience Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Hostel the pod 33 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Socialtel Casco Viejo Panama City - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and an outdoor pool. You’ll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Casa Vintage - Located within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa. Property features include free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi.

If you’re searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Panama City, one of Expedia’s 29 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Panama City are July, August, June and November, with each month seeing an average of 369 mm of rainfall.

Overall, Panama City is known for its casinos, cafes and restaurants. Top attractions include Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Albrook Shopping Mall. Get out into nature with places such as Cinta Costera, Miraflores Locks and Metropolitan Nature Park. Cultural attractions include National Theater, Interoceanic Canal Museum and Biomuseo.

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 centre. An alternative is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. Take advantage of metro transport at Iglesia del Carmen Station, Vía Argentina and Santo Tomas Station. If you’re eager to check out more of the area, make your way to Panama City Passenger Station to catch a train.