American Trade Hotel
Blvd 1, Plaza Herrera Casco Viejo, Panama City 0857 Panama
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#25 of 134 hotels in Panama City
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Looking for a place to stay in Panama City? Then look no further than American Trade Hotel, a family-friendly hotel that brings the best of Panama City to your doorstep.
Rooms at American Trade Hotel provide a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar, and guests can stay connected with free wifi.
In addition, while staying at American Trade Hotel guests have access to 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and a rooftop terrace. You can also enjoy a rooftop pool and a lounge. Need a place to park? Secured parking is available at American Trade Hotel.
For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Panama City, American Trade Hotel is located a short distance from Iglesia de la Merced (0.0 mi) and Cathedral at Old Panama (0.1 mi).
While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Thai restaurants, including Chin Chin, Sukhi, and NacionSushi, all of which are a short distance from American Trade Hotel.
If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Casco Viejo (0.1 mi), Cinta Costera (0.9 mi), or Avenida Balboa (1.2 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance.
We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at American Trade Hotel as you experience everything Panama City has to offer.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Nightclub / DJ
Airport transportation
Conference facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Rooftop pool
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Special diet menus
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Rooftop terrace
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Sun umbrellas
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Air conditioning
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Private balcony
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Minibar
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Flatscreen TV
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Grade: 100 out of 100
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Stayed in the one-bedroom suite--and it was fantastic! The room has a very cute (though small) balcony that faced Plaza Herrera. The noise can get loud in the evenings, but the room has super thick curtains that block out most of the noise. Also, the music seems to end around midnight. Overall, this is one of the top hotels in Panama City, located in the historic area of Casco Viejo. The history of the hotel (and the area) is fascinating, so we went on a walking tour to more about the area. The hotel was the first "skyscraper" in Panama City" and originally housed a department sore on the main level and apratments on the upper floors. The architecture is simply gorgeous, both inside and out. The service is A++. Overall, a great hotel--well worth the cost.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Pool is small, but a nice welcome addition for a small, boutique hotel.
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This hotel is a great place to start a trip to Panama. The colonial-style hotel with a nice atmosphere is in a great location in the old city. My room was spacious and had great view of the Pacific Ocean. Most importantly, the staff were great, especially the receptionists. The were helpful with any questions I had. In addition, I had a mix-up with my tour operator for a half-day tour, who failed to show. The receptionist helped me reach the operator and book another tour in short notice.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Susana Saldaña, Atención al huésped/Recepción at American Trade Hotel
Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you very much for taking the time to write us your comments. We are very grateful that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you can come back soon.
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We stayed here for three nights on a stopover trip to Panama City. It's a wonderful hotel with a great location to explore the old town area. You can walk around the area to sight see and to find restaurants and shops.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Susana Saldaña, Atención al huésped/Recepción at American Trade Hotel
Responded 3 weeks ago
Hi Ken, thank you very much for taking the time to write us your comments. We are very grateful that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you can come back soon.
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This hotel was booked as part of a tour via Audley Travel covering Panama and Costa Rica. Our first 3 nights were spent at this hotel in Central Casco Viejo the old city of Panama. We used it as a base to discover the area and we had two and a half days to use the time. The hotel is a late 1800’s building which has been the home of RCA Records, various trade organizations and a hotel. We found the rooms spacious, typically South American furnished with large hard wood furniture in good condition, large shower rooms with excellent facilities and very tidy decoration. We stayed in 203 which was a second floor room overlooking the main square. Despite this being quite vibrant at night we had no noise intrusion from the square itself, no intrusion from either adjoining rooms or the common areas of the hotel. the hotel has a large library on the second floor with some extraordinary books in it, a wonderful place to while away some spare time. The hotel has a roof top pool which tends to be out of the sun quite a lot and a small terrace and has good reception areas where people tend to congregate for a coffee and general hanging around. The restaurant has a reasonable light menu at comparatively good prices, its a pleasant dining experience at lunch off dinner and that staff are competent, extremely pleasant . The hotel itself is well cared from given its age, it is considered luxury although I would not say it was particularly luxurious, but its a very competent place, with what we found were great staff, friendly, helpful and it provided us a real home from home for the three days we were there. Check out is 12.00 which is good by European standards and on the right day its a half hour from the airport, 20 minutes from the Panama Canal attraction via taxi and about 15 minutes cab ride from the new city once you get tired of wandering its narrow streets. I would recommend it. There are two other newer options which we did not visit and which have only opened in 2023 which are probably more expensive than the American Trade Hotel but given that we used it as a base I’m not sure it would be worth upgrading or looking for anything better for our purposes. generally very happy with the service here.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Very little Parking . I would try for a room overlooking the square if possible.
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Response from Susana Saldaña, Atención al huésped/Recepción at American Trade Hotel
Responded 3 weeks ago
Hi Arnold, Thank you very much for taking the time to write us your comments. We are very grateful that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you can come back soon.
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Great hotel in a part of the old town. The room we stayed in had a great view of the Pacific. Great places in the area to dine. Personnel in the lobby is very friendly and will help you with anything requested. My wife is disabled and they went out of their way to be of help
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you very much for taking the time to write us your comments. We are very grateful that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you can come back soon.
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I spent three nights before catching a cruise out of Panama in the hotel and enjoyed every bit of my time. The hotel was totally rebuilt out of an old original building and is visually stunning. The room was spacious, but the furniture was not comfortable for my liking and the bed was OK but way harder than I like. Everything was clean. There was a small pool and sun area on my floor and it would have been better with a drink from the bar but it was never open. The front desk was very helpful, and they had a full breakfast with the room in the on-site restaurant. I only found the hotel bar open one time but all that did not matter because I was in the middle of Old Town Panama and bars and restaurants are every third door. I enjoyed my stay and plan to go to Panama again.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Susana Saldaña, Atención al huésped/Recepción at American Trade Hotel
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you very much for taking the time to write us your comments. We are very grateful that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are disappointed to hear that the pool and bar area was not adequately staffed during your visit. Indeed, we struggle to understand why our team failed to provide better attention usually our staff are great ambassadors of our core values. We know that first impressions are important and we hope you give us another opportunity in the future.
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My husband and I loved staying at American Trade Hotel, friendy stuff and exxcelent location for a history and cultural lover. Clean rooms! I missed the silence in the room at bedtime but perhaps requesting a room further from the street could have been solved. But I wasn't bothered by the noise either.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you very much for taking the time to write us your comments. We are very grateful that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you can come back soon. We will take this into account for your next visit so we can accommodate you in another area of the hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back to our home!
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The balcony overlooking the square was an unexpected bonus, the small pool was welcome (if rather dirty), but almost everything else a big disappointment. The only information available was a menu - with nothing about hours. In fact the downstairs areas were often devoid of customers and staff. No coffee shop, no evening restaurant, no mention there would be a New Year’s Eve event, nothing about checkout times etc. The television had a brief advert for the hotel but no programs had been loaded or seemed loadable. Breakfast was dismal. Orders would be brought in the wrong order or not at all. The coffee was amongst the worst we have ever tasted. The orange juice was out of a plastic carton Do not pay for breakfast; go elsewhere. Such a sad experience in this lovely building.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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A beautiful hotel that has been gorgeously and meticulously renovated. The location is excellent and the staff is very kind. The rooms and bathrooms are generous and comfortable and the lobby and gym are perfect. But there are several important issues. First of all, the noise is horrendous and doesn't matter which side your room faces. If you face the square, there will be pounding music from the ice-cream-store-that-wants-to-be-a-nightclub and if you face the street, you will be staring right at a church bell that starts ringing every fifteen minutes beginning at 6:00 am. It's horrendous. The other issue is the sporadic availability of hot water. The staff seemed unsurprised when we alerted them which indicates to me that this is a systemic problem.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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This interesting/historical hotel is situated in an incredible location (middle of casca viejo) but does NOT live up to its potential! Rooms are very dated and badly in need of a refresh. We ran out of hot water daily at shower time. The church bells out our window start at 7am and never seem to stop!! The rooftop pool has missing tiles and torn furniture. Sheets and towels are subpar. And while the small staff is incredibly nice and very Knowledgeable - there are not enough of them! Much better option within the old city…
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Ask for a room away from the church bells
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US$272 - US$351 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about American Trade Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to American Trade Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Casco Viejo (0.2 km), Dress Like Panama (0.4 km), and Iglesia de la Merced (0.04 km).
What are some of the property amenities at American Trade Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at American Trade Hotel?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at American Trade Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at American Trade Hotel?
Yes, paid private parking on-site and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to American Trade Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Renny Pizza, CasaCasco, and Santa Rita Casco Viejo.
Are there opportunities to exercise at American Trade Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does American Trade Hotel have airport transportation?
Yes, American Trade Hotel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at American Trade Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does American Trade Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at American Trade Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.