Amarla Boutique Hotel Casco Viejo

A beautiful boutique hotel. Super friendly staff, great building, delicious breakfast. My highlight: the rooftop terrace with a view of Panama City!

Luis Futbol served us at the restaurant and Ginelva at reception; great attention and excellent service.

Beautiful hotel, wonderful service, helpful and very polite staff. Sensational food, we dined at the hotel restaurant and everything we ordered was perfect. Incredible breakfast, I recommend it and plan to return.

Amarla is located in the heart of Casco Viejo and is an excellent starting point for exploring Panama City. We especially loved the location, the architecture, and the style of the room. The Kaandela restaurant also deserves special mention, further enhancing the lodging experience. The staff are very attentive. We also loved the rooftop jacuzzi and the views of both the old city and the modern part.

Beautiful rooms and setting. However price / quality is way out of proportion. Service: overall friendly, but don’t really to go over and beyond, as the saying goes. Such as we arrived from the San Blas and wanted to have dinner but couldn’t because the restaurant was full. Understandable however for such a hotel we expected that they somehow would make it work or help in any other way (except sending us to the next one). Rooms: a bit small even though we had the bigger rooms. It is beautiful decorated. Cleanliness: clean Amenities: they have some kind of massage service but the price was a bit outrageous. Pool is very tiny. Breakfast: we were a group of 8. It took in total 2,5 hours. This was way too much. Some portions were bigger than others. The drinking situation is also a bit confusing. For the price of the rooms, a hot choco shouldn’t be a problem (to pay extra). Location: good Price: too expensive for what you get to be honest.

Excellent, beautiful and with dreamy views, the restaurant food is amazing, very good, the only downside is that the motors/fans on the rooftop are very noisy

They picked us up from the airport and drove us as close as they could, during an Easter parade. Then Angel from the hotel met us and walked us to the hotel! So glad we didn't have to figure it all out. The room was so cute! And air conditioner was on full blast which was a nice contrast to the humidity and heat outside. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone!

If you’re looking for the perfect place to stay in Panama City, Amarla Boutique Hotel in Casco Viejo is truly something special. From the moment we arrived, everything felt effortless and welcoming. The location is unbeatable—you’re right in the heart of Casco Viejo, within walking distance of incredible restaurants, rooftop bars, historic streets, and just a short stroll to the famous fish market (Mercado de Mariscos), where the freshest ceviche is always waiting. The hotel itself is absolutely stunning—every corner is so thoughtfully curated and aesthetic, blending modern design with deep cultural touches that reflect Panama’s rich history. It feels intimate, soulful, and full of character, like you’re immersed in the culture the moment you step inside. One of the highlights of our stay was dining at Kaandela. The food by Head Chef Jose Aparicio was nothing short of exceptional. You can truly taste the passion in every dish—each plate celebrates local ingredients and Panamanian culture in such a creative and elevated way. It was easily one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. What really made everything unforgettable, though, was the people. Jorge and all the Luis’ went above and beyond to make sure every detail of our stay was perfect. Whether it was organizing activities, giving local recommendations, or just making us feel at home, they handled everything with such warmth and care—it honestly felt like staying with friends. Setting up excursions and experiences was incredibly easy. The team took care of everything seamlessly, so we could just relax and enjoy. No stress, no confusion—just smooth, personalized service from start to finish. I can’t recommend Amarla enough. If you’re visiting Panama City and want a place that combines unbeatable location, beautiful design, rich culture, and genuinely outstanding hospitality, this is it. Already dreaming about coming back!

My experience at this place was nothing short of perfection. The staff tailored a unique experience direct to my scenario and we’re almost immediately at our service anytime we asked the names of these individuals that helped so that the owner is reading this can understand exactly who makes their Business thrive is. Gina, Isaac and Luis Q. Don’t hesitate to book this place. It’s right in the heart of downtown and everything is within walking distance, great place, and great people. You can’t ask for more, pretty much a little Italy.

The reviews are great, the reality is something different. Stayed for 4 nights nights, so got a balanced opinion. Great location, right in the heart of the old City, which is clean, safe, with decent restaurants and bars. That said, the rooms are boutique = very small. The bathroom is honestly 1.2 mtrs x 1.4 mtrs. (4 x 5 feet) The bedrooms are above a very busy restaurant, so if you're a light sleeper, don't plan on getting to sleep before midnight. Went to the hotel restaurant 1 night, cost more than $100 / head, it was very poor value. Bottle of wine is $60, same wine in other similar restaurants is $30. Food was unfortunately not very good, disappointing at best. Service wasn't very good either. Needless to say, we didn't eat there for the following 3 nights and had some excellent meals nearby. Breakfast is bizarre, there are just 6 choices on the menu, all similar cost, but only 3 of them are available for hotel guests. You are also only allowed 2 cups of coffee, bad luck if you fancy a third. We were told the roof top jacuzzi was closed for a day when we arrived, 4 days later it was still closed. Overall, I definitely wouldn't recommend the hotel or restaurant.

Ginnelva, Luis Q., Luis A., Genesis were all amazing staff. The hotel was amazingggg. Beautiful property, very well kept. Luis A and Luis Q are exceptional and provide top tier quality. It should be a 5 star hotel truly. Great location nearby everything but quiet! I can’t wait to come back and it’s truly a gem!!

We loved Armala! 😍 The rooms are cosy. The restaurant is amazing for breakfast or dinner! The location in CASCO Viejo is very practical. Close to everything. Single or couple is a must! We will be back for sure.