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Hostal La Casa de Carmen Frommer's Highly Recommended

Calle 1 El Carmen, #32, Panama City
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Location Calle 1a between Vía Porras and Vía Brasil, El Carmen, El Cangrejo/Area Bancaria (Financial District)
Phone 263-4366
Web site www.lacasadecarmen.net
Room Information 8 units
Prices Doubles average $30 (£15)
Credit Cards Not Accepted
In Room Amenities A/C, Wi-Fi, safe, no phone

Hostal La Casa de Carmen Review

Tucked away on a residential street 1 block from Vía España, this eight-room guesthouse is a delightful find for budget travelers seeking a homey atmosphere and personalized attention. The Casa de Carmen is in a converted home and therefore rooms vary in size (and price); one room has bunk beds for backpack travelers, and another is an apartment with kitchen facilities for longer-term renters. Other rooms are doubles with private or shared bathrooms. A perk here is the tranquil, plant-filled backyard patio, with lounge chairs, hammocks, and a small dining area for the free continental breakfast. Casa de Carmen is infused with color and art, and even the rooms are themed "Lilac," "Brown," "Green," and so on, but they are no-frills rooms -- adequately comfortable but not deluxe. The guesthouse is located in the neighborhood El Carmen, which is an easy walk or quick taxi ride to restaurants in El Cangrejo.

Facilities:
Self-service kitchen; self-service laundry

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.



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