Casa Areka

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Casa Areka
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.4

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Casa Areka in Panama offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, refrigerator, and dining table. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace, in the garden, or by the year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property features an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and barbecue facilities. Dining and Services: A buffet breakfast with pancakes is served daily. The hostel includes a lounge, minimarket, and shared kitchen. Free on-site parking is available. Nearby Attractions: Located 10 km from Albrook International Airport, Casa Areka is close to the Canal Museum of Panama (5 km) and Bridge of the Americas (9 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Panama City, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9

Breakfast info

American, Buffet

Free parking available on-site

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American breakfast included
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  • 1 single bed
Air conditioning
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  • Shower
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  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Seating Area
  • Shared bathroom
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Price US$30
Excluded: 10 % VAT
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Air conditioning
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Max adults: 1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jane
    Ireland Ireland
    “Very friendly and helpful staff. Very clean. Air conditioning. Good breakfast. Good spaces to chill.”
  • Frances
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nice big kitchen, big double bed. Loved the pancakes for breakfast. Good pool and pool table. Nice areas to socialise in. Location was good and easy to get Ubers to the old town and the metropolitan natural park.”
  • Gerrit
    Germany Germany
    “Great Hostel with amazing staff! Solid kitchen, breakfast you can make yourself and upgrade as you wish. Very engaged and sympathetic staff. Real good guys who are keeping a clean house and know the area well. The Super 99 is the best Supermarket...”
  • Elena
    Slovenia Slovenia
    “This was my second time at Casa Areka and can't wait til I can come back again in the future! Such a cozy little hostel, with amazing, funny and super welcoming staff - always makes you feel like you are literally visiting your family from abroad...”
  • Christian
    Germany Germany
    “Friendly staff Fast laundry service Nice vibe Free water”
  • Ellen
    Sweden Sweden
    “Very good service! The staff was very nice and helpful both in answering our many questions about the city and how to get around, and when one of our bags got stuck in costa rica they fixed so that we could have one more night on short notice,...”
  • Alexis
    Panama Panama
    “The staff is great and it's always a friendly environment.”
  • Jannis
    Germany Germany
    “- the free breakfast was simple but good (pancakes with banana and sirup) - the staff was really friendly and helpful - laundry service was good - good recommendations what to do in the city - nice pool”
  • Fiore
    Italy Italy
    “What a lovely experience. Casa Arena aims to offer an experience, not just a bed. My boyfriend and I took a private room and had a great time. the hostel is the perfect base for exploring Panama's rich history. Moreover it has a swimming pool...”
  • Alexandra
    Germany Germany
    “The staff was SO friendly and helpful. We were able to ask a lot of questions and got advice regarding our travels. Loved the included pancakes in the morning! The hostel also arranged an amazing tour to Guna Yala for us. We were taken care of so...”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night

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There are no cots available at this property.

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Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 50
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.