Key Findings

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    Location is exceptional, scored around nine point three. The Metropolitan Cathedral, the Canal Museum, Plaza Bolívar, the Presidential Palace and the church of San José with its famous golden altar are all within a few minutes on foot.
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    Balconies in many suites look over the bay or the colonial rooftops, and guests mention the view as one of the highlights of their stay.
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    The rooftop bar and Il Padrino restaurant offer drinks and Italian dishes with sweeping views of the skyline, and reviews describe the food as excellent.
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    Some suites include kitchens with oven, stovetop and fridge, practical for families and longer stays in a district where restaurants are not cheap.
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    Prices start around sixty to seventy US dollars, unusually low for a suite with a view in Casco Viejo.
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    The rooftop bar and the lively nightlife of Casco Viejo can bring music and noise, especially on weekend nights.
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    Basic Spanish helps, as some staff speak limited English, which guests note is common throughout Panama City.
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    There is no on site parking, and Casco Viejo's narrow streets make driving and parking difficult.