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Le Meridien PanamavsBristol Panama, a Registry Collection Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Bristol Panama Hotel scores significantly higher than Le Meridien Panama. The Bristol Panama Hotel ranks #2 in Panama City with endorsements from 8 reviews such as Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Jetsetter.
Le Meridien Panama
Star Service
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Calle Uruguay and Balboa Avenue, Panama City, Panama
From $123/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Located almost across the street from the InterContinental Miramar, Le Meridien is in a prime location, and many rooms have panoramic coastal views." Full review
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Staffers are polished and bilingual, cool (and occasionally unresponsive to special requests) but always with a smile.
OysterUpscale
"Just off Panama City’s most popular waterfront strip in the Financial District, the upscale Le Meridien Panama offers some of the city’s swankiest lodging." Full review
Lonely Planet "Created by 100 artists, Le Meridien features cool digital art and even birdsong in the elevator." Full review
Bristol Panama, a Registry Collection Hotel
Concierge
Travel + Leisure Star Service
Fodor's
Jetsetter Oyster
Frommer's Lonely Planet
Avenida Aquilino de la Guardia, Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge "The discreet and luxurious Bristol, located in the heart of the financial district, is arguably the best hotel in the city—in part because of its extremely attentive service."
Travel + Leisure "In the center of the business district, with a dark-wood bar that serves more than 50 types of rum. " Full review
Star Service "The Bristol exudes a European-style graciousness with its Georgian-style architecture and intimate clublike setting." Full review
Fodor's "Much like a European boutique hotel, the Bristol—a member of the consortium Leading Hotels of the World—is gorgeous and classy, with personalized service and attention to detail to boot." Full review
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Ask for a room in the new tower, since they are larger and brighter.
Jetsetter "Elegant modern pad in downtown Panama City, with a top restaurant, stellar service and a spa." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This 125-room luxury hotel is a sophisticated pick that's centrally located in the financial and banking district of Panama City, with dining and shopping options in walking distance." Full review
Frommer's "This boutique hotel is an excellent choice for business travelers and those seeking quiet, centrally located accommodations." Full review
Lonely Planet "The elegant Bristol features oriental carpets, flamboyant orchids and precious woods, and that’s just the lobby." Full review
