Best Five Star Hotels in Panama City
Bristol Panama, A Registry Collection Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Found merely 1.2 km from the office F & F Tower in a financial area, the upscale 5-star Bristol Panama, A Registry Collection Hotel provides a private art gallery. Boasting a location just steps from the Iglesia del Carmen, the luxury hotel includes 125 rooms and a plunge swimming pool.
The hotel also has a fitness area with a personal trainer and yoga instruction. The property offers golf and golfing activities. This hotel entices guests with a hammam spa featuring body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Other facilities include a laptop safe and a xerox offered at a meeting room and a conference space on site.
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Found merely 1.2 km from the office F & F Tower in a financial area, the upscale 5-star Bristol Panama, A Registry Collection Hotel provides a private art gallery. Boasting a location just steps from the Iglesia del Carmen, the luxury hotel includes 125 rooms and a plunge swimming pool.
The hotel also has a fitness area with a personal trainer and yoga instruction. The property offers golf and golfing activities. This hotel entices guests with a hammam spa featuring body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Other facilities include a laptop safe and a xerox offered at a meeting room and a conference space on site.
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Best-rated
The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
The 5-star The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City is located 4 km from Panama Viejo Cathedral and boasts 18 holes of golf. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Facials and a sundeck are available for relaxation and refreshment. You can play mini golf at The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort. This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa to add to a perfect stay.
The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City
The 5-star The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City is located 4 km from Panama Viejo Cathedral and boasts 18 holes of golf. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Facials and a sundeck are available for relaxation and refreshment. You can play mini golf at The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort. This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa to add to a perfect stay.
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Just opened
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Infinity pool
Situated a 5-minute walk from the National Theatre of Panama, Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City hotel offers an infinity pool. Featuring 157 rooms with views of the sea, this hotel is 2.1 km from the Cerro Ancon Reserve.
The Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City offers a fitness area as well as a full spa for guests to enjoy their stay. Those on a business trip will benefit from conference equipment and a photocopy machine provided on site.
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Infinity pool
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
Situated a 5-minute walk from the National Theatre of Panama, Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City hotel offers an infinity pool. Featuring 157 rooms with views of the sea, this hotel is 2.1 km from the Cerro Ancon Reserve.
The Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City offers a fitness area as well as a full spa for guests to enjoy their stay. Those on a business trip will benefit from conference equipment and a photocopy machine provided on site.
Hotel La Compania Casco Antiguo
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
The smoke-free Hotel La Compania Casco Antiguo Panama City, located around a 5-minute walk from the non-profit and public Canal Museum of Panama, is proud to feature a private art gallery. Situated right around the corner from the modest 1670s Iglesia San Jose Church, this 5-star hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine.
The La Compania Casco Antiguo offers a fitness area, a nightclub, spa therapy, and spa services to diversify your leisure. Business travellers are welcome to use a laptop safe and a photocopy machine provided at a business centre on site.
Hotel La Compania Casco Antiguo
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Hotel La Compania Casco Antiguo
The smoke-free Hotel La Compania Casco Antiguo Panama City, located around a 5-minute walk from the non-profit and public Canal Museum of Panama, is proud to feature a private art gallery. Situated right around the corner from the modest 1670s Iglesia San Jose Church, this 5-star hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine.
The La Compania Casco Antiguo offers a fitness area, a nightclub, spa therapy, and spa services to diversify your leisure. Business travellers are welcome to use a laptop safe and a photocopy machine provided at a business centre on site.
Hotel San Felipe
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Hotel San Felipe Panama City, located 20 minutes' walk from the French Plaza de Francia, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The hotel offers 24-hour reception and wake-up service as well as a sundeck, spa therapy, and a shared lounge.
The property’s spa service will ensure a nice stay.
Hotel San Felipe
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Hotel San Felipe
Hotel San Felipe Panama City, located 20 minutes' walk from the French Plaza de Francia, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The hotel offers 24-hour reception and wake-up service as well as a sundeck, spa therapy, and a shared lounge.
The property’s spa service will ensure a nice stay.
Hyatt Regency Panama City
- In-room breakfast
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Standing a few moments from Royal Casino, the 5-star Hyatt Regency Panama City hotel offers a heated swimming pool. Located just 400 metres from the Iglesia del Carmen, the hotel features 382 air-conditioned rooms and an à la carte restaurant with an international menu.
The Hyatt Regency also offers live performances and a casino. There is a gym area with a wide range of sports. This property has a spa salon featuring a solarium, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. Those on a business trip will benefit from a desk and a photocopy machine provided on site.
Hyatt Regency Panama City
- In-room breakfast
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Hyatt Regency Panama City
Standing a few moments from Royal Casino, the 5-star Hyatt Regency Panama City hotel offers a heated swimming pool. Located just 400 metres from the Iglesia del Carmen, the hotel features 382 air-conditioned rooms and an à la carte restaurant with an international menu.
The Hyatt Regency also offers live performances and a casino. There is a gym area with a wide range of sports. This property has a spa salon featuring a solarium, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. Those on a business trip will benefit from a desk and a photocopy machine provided on site.
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Guest favorite
Riu Plaza Panama
- Restaurant buffet
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Turkish bath
- Outdoor swimming pool
Boasting a central setting in a financial neighbourhood 2.9 km from religious sites like the Church of San Francisco de la Caleta, the 34-storey smoke-free Riu Plaza Panama Hotel offers a convenience store and a restaurant. Guests can spend time relaxing in a swimming pool, or admire a Turkish steam bath and a Jacuzzi in this comfortable 5-star hotel, located just a few steps from the fanciful lifestyle Nina Concept Store.
A gym and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. A hot tub is provided in the pool area. Boasting a wellness centre, Riu Plaza Panama Hotel also features a golf playground on site. There is 23 conference rooms available for corporate travellers.
Riu Plaza Panama
- Restaurant buffet
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Turkish bath
- Outdoor swimming pool
Riu Plaza Panama
Boasting a central setting in a financial neighbourhood 2.9 km from religious sites like the Church of San Francisco de la Caleta, the 34-storey smoke-free Riu Plaza Panama Hotel offers a convenience store and a restaurant. Guests can spend time relaxing in a swimming pool, or admire a Turkish steam bath and a Jacuzzi in this comfortable 5-star hotel, located just a few steps from the fanciful lifestyle Nina Concept Store.
A gym and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. A hot tub is provided in the pool area. Boasting a wellness centre, Riu Plaza Panama Hotel also features a golf playground on site. There is 23 conference rooms available for corporate travellers.
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Top location
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
Offering access to the Metropolitan National Park, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away, the 5-star boutique Global Hotel Panama features a Jacuzzi, a summer terrace, and spa therapy. The hotel with an outdoor swimming pool is located right in the centre of Panama City just 350 metres from Bingo 90.
The property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. This hotel has a fitness area. Other facilities include conference equipment and a computer workstation offered at a conference space and a business centre on site.
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
Offering access to the Metropolitan National Park, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away, the 5-star boutique Global Hotel Panama features a Jacuzzi, a summer terrace, and spa therapy. The hotel with an outdoor swimming pool is located right in the centre of Panama City just 350 metres from Bingo 90.
The property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. This hotel has a fitness area. Other facilities include conference equipment and a computer workstation offered at a conference space and a business centre on site.
La Residence Panama
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
Located merely 14 minutes' stroll from the Weil Art Gallery, the 5-star La Residence Panama hotel boasts a spa centre with a massage treatment. This Panama City hotel is in the Bella Vista district, 2.6 km from such natural sights as the Metropolitan Natural Park Visitor Center.
La Residence Panama
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
La Residence Panama
Located merely 14 minutes' stroll from the Weil Art Gallery, the 5-star La Residence Panama hotel boasts a spa centre with a massage treatment. This Panama City hotel is in the Bella Vista district, 2.6 km from such natural sights as the Metropolitan Natural Park Visitor Center.
Jw Marriott Panama
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Rooftop pool
Featuring a wellness centre with facials, light therapy, and spa service, the grand Jw Marriott Panama Hotel is located approximately 15 minutes' walk from the exclusive Punta Paitilla. Boasting a location within easy reach of the Ocean Sun Casino, this 5-star luxurious hotel includes 320 rooms along with a sauna and a massage chair.
Jw Marriott Panama Hotel provides a gym and a terrace for an additional fee. Offering 4 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub, this hotel is an ideal place to relax. Active guests will enjoy participating in walking tours.
Jw Marriott Panama
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Rooftop pool
Jw Marriott Panama
Featuring a wellness centre with facials, light therapy, and spa service, the grand Jw Marriott Panama Hotel is located approximately 15 minutes' walk from the exclusive Punta Paitilla. Boasting a location within easy reach of the Ocean Sun Casino, this 5-star luxurious hotel includes 320 rooms along with a sauna and a massage chair.
Jw Marriott Panama Hotel provides a gym and a terrace for an additional fee. Offering 4 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub, this hotel is an ideal place to relax. Active guests will enjoy participating in walking tours.
Gran Evenia Panama Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
The superior Gran Evenia Panama Hotel is located close to the financial district of Panama City a mere 1.4 km from the Multicentro shopping center. Boasting a pool bar along with a rooftop pool, this 5-star smoke-free hotel is situated in the Bella Vista district of Panama City.
The Gran Evenia Panama includes spa therapy and a shared lounge. This hotel offers guests the chance to participate in fitness classes held in a gym area. Business travellers will make use of a laptop safe and a photocopy machine offered at a meeting room on site.
Gran Evenia Panama Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
Gran Evenia Panama Hotel
The superior Gran Evenia Panama Hotel is located close to the financial district of Panama City a mere 1.4 km from the Multicentro shopping center. Boasting a pool bar along with a rooftop pool, this 5-star smoke-free hotel is situated in the Bella Vista district of Panama City.
The Gran Evenia Panama includes spa therapy and a shared lounge. This hotel offers guests the chance to participate in fitness classes held in a gym area. Business travellers will make use of a laptop safe and a photocopy machine offered at a meeting room on site.
Renaissance Panama City Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Enjoying a prime location only 5 minutes' walk from Royal Casino, the 5-star Renaissance Panama City Hotel boasts a private art gallery. Guests can relax in an outdoor swimming pool or in the à la carte restaurant while staying a stone's throw from the Iglesia del Carmen.
Renaissance Panama City Hotel also includes a fitness room, a courtyard, a shared lounge, and a golf course. Guests are welcome to take part in whale watching. Finally, this accommodation houses a conference centre featuring a laptop safe and a photocopy machine.
Renaissance Panama City Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Renaissance Panama City Hotel
Enjoying a prime location only 5 minutes' walk from Royal Casino, the 5-star Renaissance Panama City Hotel boasts a private art gallery. Guests can relax in an outdoor swimming pool or in the à la carte restaurant while staying a stone's throw from the Iglesia del Carmen.
Renaissance Panama City Hotel also includes a fitness room, a courtyard, a shared lounge, and a golf course. Guests are welcome to take part in whale watching. Finally, this accommodation houses a conference centre featuring a laptop safe and a photocopy machine.
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Great deal
Hotel Las Americas Golden Tower Panama
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Strategically perched 3.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art, the 5-star luxury Hotel Las Americas Golden Tower Panama features 3 massage cabins. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar along with a Turkish bath and a sauna, within a few blocks of the exclusive Punta Paitilla.
A fitness centre and an indoor heated pool are available at the hotel. A full spa will surely add to a perfect stay. Business travellers are welcome to use banquet and meeting facilities, and a work desk provided at a conference space and a business centre on site.
Hotel Las Americas Golden Tower Panama
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Hotel Las Americas Golden Tower Panama
Strategically perched 3.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art, the 5-star luxury Hotel Las Americas Golden Tower Panama features 3 massage cabins. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar along with a Turkish bath and a sauna, within a few blocks of the exclusive Punta Paitilla.
A fitness centre and an indoor heated pool are available at the hotel. A full spa will surely add to a perfect stay. Business travellers are welcome to use banquet and meeting facilities, and a work desk provided at a conference space and a business centre on site.
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Situated in the historical centre of Panama City, only 1.3 km from Iglesia La Merced Church, the 5-star Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo includes 135 rooms and offers access to Museum of Contemporary Art, which is 16 minutes' walk away. Located within reach of Monumental Complex of Las Bóvedas, the hotel has an à la carte restaurant as well as a sauna, a sundeck, and a shared lounge onsite.
A gym and spa therapy are available for additional fees. Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo aslo includes a swimming pool with loungers. Guests will appreciate walking tours arranged by this Panama City hotel. Relax after a long day with a head massage, a couples massage, and a facial massage, or enjoy your time in a wellness centre.
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
Situated in the historical centre of Panama City, only 1.3 km from Iglesia La Merced Church, the 5-star Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo includes 135 rooms and offers access to Museum of Contemporary Art, which is 16 minutes' walk away. Located within reach of Monumental Complex of Las Bóvedas, the hotel has an à la carte restaurant as well as a sauna, a sundeck, and a shared lounge onsite.
A gym and spa therapy are available for additional fees. Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo aslo includes a swimming pool with loungers. Guests will appreciate walking tours arranged by this Panama City hotel. Relax after a long day with a head massage, a couples massage, and a facial massage, or enjoy your time in a wellness centre.
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Rooftop pool
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino Panama City is a great place to stay in the Bella Vista district, a 25-minute walk from the Cinta Costera. A rooftop pool along with a sauna, a massage chair, and locker rooms can be enjoyed at this hotel, situated a few steps from the Iglesia del Carmen.
This Panama City hotel offers such entertainment options as karaoke and a casino. You can also relax with pedicure, manicure, and facial treatments, and visit a wellness area and a full-service spa on site.
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Rooftop pool
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino Panama City is a great place to stay in the Bella Vista district, a 25-minute walk from the Cinta Costera. A rooftop pool along with a sauna, a massage chair, and locker rooms can be enjoyed at this hotel, situated a few steps from the Iglesia del Carmen.
This Panama City hotel offers such entertainment options as karaoke and a casino. You can also relax with pedicure, manicure, and facial treatments, and visit a wellness area and a full-service spa on site.
American Trade Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
The comfortable American Trade Hotel Panama City offers 50 air-conditioned rooms, about 5 minutes' walk from Plaza de la Catedral. Boasting an à la carte restaurant, this 5-star smoke-free hotel is available a short way from Monumental Complex of Las Bóvedas.
An outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness studio highlight this hotel. With a golf playground, guests can stay fit at the American Trade.
American Trade Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
American Trade Hotel
The comfortable American Trade Hotel Panama City offers 50 air-conditioned rooms, about 5 minutes' walk from Plaza de la Catedral. Boasting an à la carte restaurant, this 5-star smoke-free hotel is available a short way from Monumental Complex of Las Bóvedas.
An outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness studio highlight this hotel. With a golf playground, guests can stay fit at the American Trade.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of 5 Star Hotels in Panama City, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Bristol Panama, A Registry Collection Hotel |
9.1 / 10 (981 Reviews) |
From 99$ | |
| The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City |
9.4 / 10 (463 Reviews) |
From 262$ | |
| Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City |
9.4 / 10 (873 Reviews) |
From 247$ | |
| Hotel La Compania Casco Antiguo |
9.3 / 10 (479 Reviews) |
From 273$ | |
| Hotel San Felipe |
8.9 / 10 (967 Reviews) |
From 86$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which 5-star hotels in Panama City are best located near the Panama Canal?
Riu Plaza Panama and Hyatt Regency Panama City are both within a short drive from the Panama Canal. Staying here allows easy visits to this iconic landmark and its visitor center.
Plan your visit to the Panama Canal Visitor Center in the morning to beat the midday heat and crowds.
Where can I find 5-star hotels with a pool in Panama City?
The JW Marriott Panama and Hyatt Regency Panama City both offer stunning pools that provide relaxation after a day of exploring. The rooftop pools also offer fantastic views of the city.
Visit the JW Marriott's infinity pool after 4 pm for a perfect sunset view over Panama Bay.
Which 5-star hotels are best for walking tours in historic Casco Viejo?
American Trade Hotel and Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo are located centrally in this UNESCO World Heritage site. Both hotels provide easy access to cultural landmarks, local restaurants, and vibrant nightlife in the area.
Join a guided walking tour starting at Plaza de la Independencia to discover the area's rich history most effectively.
Where can I experience luxurious dining options at 5-star hotels?
Bristol Panama and the Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel feature award-winning restaurants serving exquisite Panamanian fusion and Mediterranean cuisine. Dining at these hotels promises a rich culinary experience.
Make dinner reservations for Bristol Panama's Salsipuedes restaurant to ensure a prime dining time, especially on weekends.
Which 5-star hotels in Panama City offer exclusive spa services?
Global Hotel Panama features an urban spa, while JW Marriott Panama has a full-service wellness center. Both provide relaxing treatments after busy city exploration.
Book your spa treatments on weekdays for potentially lower rates and better availability.
Are there 5-star hotels in Panama City that accommodate families?
JW Marriott Panama and Hyatt Regency Panama City both provide spacious rooms and family-friendly amenities, making them great choices for family stays.
Choose rooms with kitchen facilities to prepare meals for picky eaters or save on dining costs.
Which 5-star hotels provide easy access to shopping areas?
Renaissance Panama City Hotel and Global Hotel Panama are both located near SOHO Mall and luxury shopping options, ideal for shopping enthusiasts.
Visit SOHO Mall during weekdays to enjoy fewer crowds and a more relaxed shopping experience.
What unique local events occur in Panama City throughout the year?
Panama City hosts the Carnival in February, featuring colorful parades and street parties. This major event draws locals and tourists alike for festivities.
Book accommodations well in advance for Carnival if you plan to participate in the celebrations over several days.
How can I explore Panama City without a car?
Public transportation, including buses and the Metro system, connects key areas like downtown and the financial district. The Metro Line 1 is particularly useful for covering large distances.
Purchase a Metro card directly at stations for easy travel; it also works on several local buses for added convenience.
Are specific areas in Panama City safer than others for walking at night?
Areas like Casco Viejo and the financial district are generally safer for evening strolls, with plenty of well-lit streets and active nightlife. Other neighborhoods may be less secure after dark.
Stick to main roads and well-trafficked areas in Casco Viejo after 8 pm for a safer experience.