How to Find Cheap Hotels in Panama. The Latin American country of Panama is a vibrant and diverse republic with many points of interest, including the Panama Canal-its claim to fame. With cheap accommodations easy to come by, Panama is also a very affordable vacation destination.
Call the Instituto Panameño de Turismo toll-free for more information about cheap accommodations in Panama at (800) 962-1526, or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
Consider southwest Panama in the Azulares Peninsula. Here you will find accommodations more reasonably priced than areas like David and Boca del Toro, which are more heavily frequented by tourists.
Look into a hostel or bed-and-breakfast stay, as they can often cost less than $20 per night. Many cheap hotels are not much more than that.
Research properties on a review-based travel Web site like TripAdvisor. Certain areas of Panama where cheap lodging can be found may also be high in crime, specifically Chorrillo, San Miguelito, Colon and Curundu.
Look into Internet specials and contact the accommodations directly to inquire about special rates. Although Spanish is the official language in Panama, most service industry workers speak English.
