Fodor's Expert Review Gran Hotel Nacional

1st St., David, Chiriquí, Panama

Rooms are spacious at this central landmark hotel, popular for its facilities complete with a pool, gardens, casino, movie theater, three restaurants, and two bars. Recent in-room upgrades include rainfall showers, soft linens, silk throws, and strong Wi-Fi. Front rooms have views of the large trees that shade the parking area. The garden pool may be the most pleasant spot in David. Its three restaurants include a cafeteria, pizzeria, and an open-air Barbacoa, which serves a small dinner selection of meat and seafood.

PROS

  • pool
  • spacious rooms
  • central location
  • decent restaurants

CONS

  • brusque receptionists at times
  • rooms facing the street have poor views

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 775--2222

HOTEL DETAILS

106 rooms, 13 suites
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast, Credit cards accepted

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