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Highest-rated hotelHotel Indigo Panama City Marina – 4.8
Average 4-star hotel priceC$553 per night
Average 5-star hotel priceC$448 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Panama City, Florida

In Panama City, book a hotel that fits your style and make the most of your time in the city. Here are some of our picks the best hotels, from luxury to modest.

Best time to visit Panama City

Panama City is an interesting destination year-round, but depending on your interests and what you're hoping to do, some times may be more ideal than others. Low and high season in Panama City

Busiest month(s): Panama City experiences its peak tourist season in September, resulting in an average nightly rate of $282. For those booking a trip during this period, it's wise to budget for higher costs compared to less busy seasons, which offer average nightly prices as low as $169.

Quietest month(s): The average cost per night during October is $169, making it the cheapest time to come to town.

Panama City is a perfect destination if you hope to experience moderate rainfall and more temperate weather.

To escape the rainy season, plan your trip to Panama City in May.

September is the most expensive month to stay in Panama City, so plan accordingly. When prices peak, you should be prepared to spend an average of $282 per night on a room. Prices are usually highest on Saturday. No matter the time of year, Sunday is typically the cheapest day to make a reservation.

Where to stay in Panama City, Florida

Get the most out of your time away at the best hotel at a price you like. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of great choices in Panama City.

Popular hotels in Panama City

The Holiday Inn Panama City, Hilton Garden Inn Panama City, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Panama City, Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Panama City, and Ramada by Wyndham Panama City are just some of the hotels available to you in Panama City, providing plenty of services and amenities to make your stay a comfortable one.

Things to do in Panama City

Enjoy well-known attractions and things to do like the Escape Manor Panama City. If you love food, you'll find delicious local cuisine, creative twists on classic dishes, and flavors from around the world at Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Maddie’s La Casita, Trigo Deli, and Ferrucci Ristorante.

Finding cheap hotels in Panama City: FAQs

In Panama City, the expected average temperature in June is 27°C. The warmest month is typically July, which averages 31°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 8°C. The rainiest month is July, and the driest month is May.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Panama City with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is C$70 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for C$88 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is C$279 per night, and the average price on weekends is C$286. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Panama City could be Sunday.
The nearest airport to Panama City is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), which is 26.0km from the city center.

Other airports include:

Destin Airport, which is 84.3km from the city center.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Panama City, and the most expensive day seems to be Saturday.
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Panama City is currently around C$320 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is C$123 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Panama City is currently around C$492 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is C$431 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Panama City is currently around C$438 per night, and the cheapest 5-star hotel we've found is C$296 per night.
If you're hitting up Panama City with kids in tow, try TownePlace Suites by Marriott Panama City.