Akwadup Lodge  

In Casco Viejo, Panama City — a laid-back beach lodge a short stroll from Avenida Balboa and the Cinta Costera. About 3 mi to Albrook Shopping Mall and roughly 3.8 mi to Multiplaza Pacific Mall. Pet-friendly and minutes from the city center.

Small lodge with just 8 guestrooms that feel intimate and uncluttered. Take in terrace and garden views and wake up to sea-breeze mornings. Rooms include desks, ceiling fans, private showers and complimentary toiletries; housekeeping is daily and staff are multilingual.

On-property perks include a terrace, garden, picnic area and barbecue grills for easy outdoor hangs. Concierge and 24-hour front desk make arrivals and local plans effortless. Tour assistance is available to book local excursions.

Conference hall and meeting and presentation facilities on site, so you can run board meetings or small events. Concierge can help arrange logistics.

There’s a restaurant on site serving lunch and dinner, plus 24-hour room service if you’d rather stay in. Breakfast is offered for a fee.