Mediterranean Dreams - Panama City

The owners, Jesus and Maria, were the most delightful of hosts. This B&B is a clean, converted house. The neighborhood is safe with food and other stores everywhere. A stay here includes breakfast - not fancy, but delicious. It was so rewarding to see these young people with so many opportunities. We would stay here again in a minute. If you require […] fancy, this is not the place for you. If you are trying to get a feel for the country, it's perfect. Read more

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Manger was wonderful and accommodating. It was adequate for 1 night stay. Bathroom,although super clean, but needed maintenance on floater in toilet and instructions for hot water and shower head.

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As we are interested in the culture and living environment of life in general, in Panama, we selected this B&B to get a feel for a REAL neighborhood & a REAL home. After our 2nd night, we are very happy we are staying here. Owners Jesus & Maria and their helpers, Mauro & Carolina speak great English, are kind & gracious & go out of their way to answer […] questions (just ask) & take care of your needs. Jesus took us to the mall & helped us buy & activate, a prepaid cell phone. The property itself is older & just 1 block off busy Tumba Muerto, in the El Dorado area. We arrived hungry & tired, & were assured it was safe & less hassle to walk 4-5 blocks to restaurants near by. It was! The B&B is an older but an honest view of older properties in the city. If you want honesty & reality & a chance to get to know residents of the city, personal care & concern then stay here! It was perfect for us & we feel even after only two disjointed nights stay, that we have friends in Panama. Read more

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Excellent service.

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Staff was very nice and very helpful. Hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff made sure we had everthing we needed set up a nice tour of city and canal for us and gave us excellent advice on places to shop, eat and explore. I was very happy we chose to stay here.

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This place was a hostel, not a hotel. The staff was helpful, but not a single Taxi will know where this place is.

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I stayed 2 nights. It was fine except for the last night when the drunks could not find their room and knocked on every door at 2:30 AM. The commotion lasted for at least 1/2 hour.

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I was very disappointed because of the false advertising of this place. It said the beds had memory foam mattresses so I booked because I really needed a good night's sleep before the next very long day of traveling to go home. The mattresses were flimsy spring mattresses and I had a terrible night's sleep. There was no top sheet; only a bottom sheet […] and a very thin bedspread. The air conditioner was very loud and not very effective. The ad in hotels.com stated that there was a manager's reception daily. I was expecting a drink and maybe a snack. The owners informed me that all it meant is that they had a manned desk. The ad stated that the room I was renting (Pear) had windows that opened and had a view of the garden. They did not open and the only view from windows was a barbed wire at the top of the fence and the very tops of 2 tall buildings. The ad claimed there were black out drapes on the windows. Not only were there not black-out drapes, there were no curtains or drapes at all. When I complained to the owners/managers, I was told that they had no control over what Expedia/Hotels.com put in the ads; they insisted that they had provided accurate information. Read more

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I was looking for a hotel that was closer to the airport. I had an overnight stay and thought this was fairly close, but given it's residential location you have to take some back roads --- at least my taxi driver did. It was clean and comfortable. FYI the taxi ride is $25 from the airport.

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The owners/hosts were extremely helpful with sightseeing ideas and arrangements. They were available at any hour to call a taxi, etc.

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The real benefit of this hotel (more like a bed and breakfast) is the owner Alejandro. He treats you like you are a guest in his home, not a customer. He worries about you when you are late getting in. He even ran to the store and got us a bottle of wine and would not take anything for his efforts. We just reimbursed him the cost of the wine. He also […] helped us with the car rental company when we needed a different car delivered. The personal service is what makes the difference, especially when we did not speak Spanish. The room was clean and comfortable. Read more

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The hotel is very pleasant & close to shopping & resturants. Alejandro, the manager & his wife are very customer-centered and made sure all of our needs and as many as possible of our wishes were taken care of. Alejandro will call & negotiate with taxi drivers for you and confirm reservations as needed. Top Notch assistance. We will definitely go back […] any time we are in Panama City. Read more

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While the small hotel could use some refurbishing, it's excellent location near shopping, restaurants etc make it a good choice. The owner, who speaks excellent English was always available and incredibly helpful in all aspects of the stay.

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alex, the owner was one of the nicest guys we met on this trip. he has left a very positive memory of the people of panama city for us to remember. he is also a very good cook and made us breakfast daily. we feel that we have a friend in panama city. he was very attentive and concerned about our comfort.

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This B&B has basic needs for traveling - a clean room, bathroom (mine was shared but after one or two nights, no shared mates, so it was private), good breakfast and TV. The owner, Alejandro, was very friendly and helpful. I stayed 4 nights and enjoyed. I liked the homey atmosphere...If I go to Panama City again, I will go back there. **I was worried […] about the transportation system in Panama. I heard taxi drivers always try to give you higher rates. When I asked the owner, Alejandro, how to get to his B&B, he arranged a taxi driver to pick me up at the airport. It was a big relief! ***The location of this B&B is very good. It was one block away from bus lines and a shopping mall. I took a taxi all the time, and sometimes felt I was overcharged but the rate I got was as follows: $25 for airport (one way - about 30 mins), $10 for Miraflores Locks (about 15-20 mins), $5 for Panama la Vieja (about 10 mins) and $?? for Casco Viejo (about 10-15 mins). Read more

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Don't like sharing bathroom. The owner was very friendly, and went out of his way to be accomodating. He said he would have a cab ready to take us to the airport at 5:30am at a good price and the cab was there at 5:20. There is no sign on the building saying it is a hotel, so you MUST know the street number!

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Clean and neat Bed & Breakfast while Alejandro., the owner is the real asset. He'll go out of his way to make your stay comfortable and carefree. A wonderful wealth of information.

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Alejandro and his wife Irene are the perfect hosts. Nothing is a problem for them. I will stay there again!!

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Absolutely fantastic! I work for the airline and will recommend Mediterranean Dreams to any one who asks me. Alejandro and his wife are so kind and very accommodating. Since we speak no Spanish he was great at letting the taxi drivers know where we wanted to go. He also gave us idea's of things to do and see while we were in Panama. We will be going […] back and will defiantly be staying at Mediterranean Dreams. Read more

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The owners are great. Alejandro is from Spain and he speaks English really well. He helped me find places to go. I could even call him from where I was so he could give me advice on what else to do or where to go. His wife is very nice as well. I would recommend this place for anybody who want to have good customer service.

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We stayed in the "grape" room for 2 nights and will stay again on our last night upon returning to the city. Alejandro was extremely helpful in arranging taxis and making recommendations for touring. He made us feel welcome and comfortable during our stay. I appreciated the quiet of being just outside the city, while not having to pay too much to get […] around by taxi. If you want a clean, safe, and comfortable place to stay with a yummy breakfast and the personal touch of a B&B, book now. You'll be glad you did! Read more

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Mediterranean Dreams lives up to all the good reviews! The room was exactly like it was in the photos. This is a clean, comfortable guesthouse with a warm welcome and great service from Alejandro and his wife Irene. I spent one night there and wish I could have spent more. Alejandro recommended a restaurant nearby with delicious and inexpensive local […] food. I walked there and back at night and felt perfectly safe. Possibly the best layover I've had. 100% recommended. Read more

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Alex was incredible.............we had a wonderful stay at the B & B. We look forward to our next visit and stay in Panama City!

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Had a great experience at Mediterranean Dreams. It is strange because you are in a very residential neighborhood and it does not look like any hote I have ever been in. Alejandro bends over backwards to make you feel welcome and is super helpful. We were in the "grape room" and were cool and comfy. It is a no frills type of place but that is fine. There […] are plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby... we walked to some shopping and eating. I highly recommend the Hindu shop one street over on the main drag just in front of Mediterranean Dreams. It is called Solde La India. They had t-shirts and bags that were reasonably priced as well as beautiful skirts, scarves and table linens... to the right of the Don Lee restaurant. Alejandro will educate you quickly on what is reasonable to pay for each taxi ride. I appreciated that immensely. When we needed ice, we got ice. When we needed recommendations, he was quick to be helpful. Very good experience! Read more

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I have stayed at many motels before and I never leave a review but for this one I HAD too! Alejandro, the manager is not only very professional but very helpful! He was literally our "best friend while in panama," He went out of his way with helping us plan our trip with what activities to do it and advice with places to avoid. The rooms are very clean […] and breakfast is good. The hotel is family owned so its very personal and quaint. Also, it is walking distance to literally everything! Staying here was def a plus for my trip to panama and I would recommend everyone stay here. Read more

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After a long day of travel our taxi pulled up in front of Mediterranean Dreams and my husband looked at me and ask what in the world had I gotten ourselves into. It was nothing like we expected. But, Alex met us at the taxi and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. He was truly the ultimate host and made certain we knew it was our home for […] as long as we stayed (which was the night we arrived in Panama City and the night before our departure back to the states). It's not a fancy high rise hotel but a comfortable bed to lay your head on and a nice hot shower. Alex's wife prepares a nice breakfast and the best cup of hot coffee. We didn't get a chance to see much of the surrounding area and had no need to get out and explore since all our needs were meet by our host. Thank you Alex and we look forward to seeing you again in the future. Read more

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i enjoyed my stay very much. The owners are extremely nice and helpful, the room was big and the outside area and garden were nice too. I was only there for one night but if you want to stay somewhere very personal and homey this is the place to go . They arranged taxi to and from the airport and it was all smooth as can be.

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The owners were very helpful about how to get around in Panama, what to look out for and how to eat cheap at restaurants where the food was good but still cheap. Met all of our needs. I stayed there with my daughter and grandson. The owners are billingual (spanish and English so there were no communications problems. They were really our family in Panama. […] Could count on them for whatever. Many stores and restaurants in walking distance of which a 24 hour supermarket where you can buy what you want. (Prepared food, medicine etc.) Read more

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Alejandro was a great host, very helpful and was able to point us in the right direction for the trips we took while staying there and eventually returning to the international airport.

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I had a hard time finding it because there is no name on the outside (it is #37) but once there, the staff, Alejandro and his wife, did everything possible to make your stay comfortable. The location is close to shopping and restaurants and taxis are just a block away. I would describe the hotel as quaint and family run, things are kept spotless. There […] is an area behind the hotel with a view where you can sit and read, although there are no chairs or chaises to use, only a single hammock. Overall, I think this is a great place to stay in because of the staff and the proximity to everything. I felt secure walking there at night as well. Read more

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We had a nice 3-night stay at this friendly B&B in the El Dorado section of Panama City. Hosts Alejandro and his wife and cousin were quite gracious hosts and supplied us with lots of helpful information and inexpensive taxi reservations. Breakfast was adequate and the wi-fi service was excellent. There are several good restaurants in the area as well […] as a large shopping mall. For the price paid and the quality of accomodation, we would certainly stay here again should we return to Panama City. Read more

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The new hotel owners, Rafael, Alejandro and Irene, were extremely helpful, informed and pleasant. Alejandro in particular sent us off on a number of fun day trips to explore Panama City. He and Rafael speak excellent English. The watermelon room was adequate and there is a nice courtyard right outside for breakfast and hanging out. Don't miss the high […] sitting area at the rear of the garden which has a nice view of downtown. The hotel location was close to everything but out of the downtown core. Taxi rides anywhere in the main section of the city were $5 to $10. The best part of our experience with Mediterranean Dreams was how friendly and helpful the hotel owners were. Read more

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Having just recently purchased property in Panama, we've been doing alot of overnight stays in Panama City. Alejandro has done an amazing renovation job to create a small, comfortable oasis in the city. Within easy walking distance for all types of restuarants. Nice to know I don't have to keep looking for a new place to stay; we'll be back!

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Great location for shopping and food. Owners very nice and helpful. Breakfast was great. No hot water tho and bring a wash cloth. But, for the most part you pay for what you get. I do not regret it and its great for budget traveling.

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this hotel is't in the city center, but in good district with a lot shops and restaurants. it is very safe at the evening. Owner is extremely friendly. Hotel interior is very stylish, nice and warm. Everything is dan with love - from the door key to breakfast (a bit different every morning).

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Very friendly and helpful staff. Quite neighborhood. Good location. Excellent seafood restaurant, Lenos & Carbon, within walking distance. Nice bakery nearby. Rooms are clean, basic. Great value for your money.

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It is a beautiful hotel

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I have stayed here before. As always, the owners are very friendly and accommodating. Alejandro speaks English. He arranges the taxis for me, which is important in a city where some drivers aren't honest. The breakfast is good. The rooms are small, but adequate. The wireless internet is fast enough. There is a patio area in the back that is enjoyable. […] The neighborhood is quiet, and it is a short walk to restaurants and a mall. Read more

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It is a simple place with nice people close to restaurants, malls and with internet access. Alejandro and Irene will welcome you as you are at home.I recommend!

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worth staying

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Clean and nice room with breakfast. What a good deal. In addition, the host is extremely helpful and nice.

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This B&B is very cozy with few rooms. We stayed there for three nights and had good night sleep. The wife of the owner made breakfast and on our check out which was very early 6am, he made sandwiches for us to take to the airport. The place is close to restaurants and supermarkets. the only drawback is the address which the taxi drivers have a hard […] time to find. We will recommend this place to friends and relatives. The neighborhood is quiet. Read more

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This is the first negative review I have ever written. We travel a lot and are used to many different levels of lodging. There are however, some things that are important. We did not have hot water in the bathroom sink, this was known and accepted by the proprietors. I believe this was cost cutting. The shower had an instant water heater that was only […] capable of dribbling water. The room was dirty and in disrepair. The A/C had all of the grills broken out. In the morning I watched a large centipede make the rounds of the room. The very close neighbors have a barky dog. All in all, an unpleasant stay. We left early in the morning. This place is in a residential/commercial neighborhood. Very difficult to find. Several hours were wasted locating this dissapointing property. It was then too late to go somewhere else. The sign out front is for a different company. There are places to walk to but they are not very good. The management was plesant and courteous, but cannot make up for the serious problems at this site. This place is like the relative's house that you dread to visit because of the condition of the house. Not worth paying to stay at this level of lodging. Read more

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IF YOU WANT A CLEAN ROOM, REASONABLE PRICE WITH MORE PERSONAL ATTENTIVE SERVICE, THIS IS YOUR HOTEL. THE SPAINISH OWNERS - ALEXANDER AND HIS WIFE - HAD MADE MY STAY VERY NICE AND QUITE CIVILZED. THEIR PROFESSIONALISM AND FRIENDLY SERVICE WERE MUCH NEEDED IN PANAMA CITY SINCE THIS CITY IS A DOGS EAT DOGS PLACE! ITS DENIZENS WERE ROUGH AND TREATED TOURISTS […] WITH A BLANTANT DISLIKE ! Read more

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Alejandro and his wife are fantastic and the hotel was a cute little place. We only stayed for one night but the service was fantastic and the couple helped with our plans for the rest of our trip. Not the best location, but the service was worth it for sure!

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This B&B is decorated very prettily It is in a neighborhood area, so it is quieter. It has a nice patio for eating, and a yard area for kids to romp. The Watermelon room has its own fenced patio-great for families. The bed in my room-the apple room- was very comfortable due to the foam mattress. It has decent free wireless internet access.The owner […] speaks English, and was very helpful in getting taxis for me-to/from the airport, plus around town. There is a shopping mall a few blocks away. The breakfast was good. I bought dinner there one night, and it was delicious. Overall, I enjoyed my stay. Read more

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Mediterranean Dream is the classic bed-and-breakfast experience, this time in Panama City, Panama. Situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, the converted home is just a few walking steps away from the many restaurants and shops of the El Dorado district. Hosts Alejandro and his wife Irena are very friendly and helpful and did everything they could […] to make our stay enjoyable, including preparing nice breakfasts for us when we arose. It's a great home base for your adventures in Panama and Alejandro, who speaks English, can help you with arrangements and recommendations. The rooms are clean and comfortable and each one features a fruit-related theme, a nice touch that helps add to the character of the place. Read more

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We were extremely pleased with our stay at Mediterranean Dreams in Panama City. The greatest asset of Mediterranean Dreams is definitely Alejandro, the owner. He went above and beyond to make our stay in Panama City a wonderful experience, from arranging short side trips (that we had been under the impression that were not possibilities) with very little […] notice to giving us the "low-down" on tourist sites, and realistic costs of taxis. Alejandro made us feel right at home in his hotel, always offering us his opinions on sights not to be missed, and helping us to find alternate accommodations when he was unable to provide us with a room due to changes in our plans. As far as the actual rooms, we stayed in two different rooms during our stay at Mediterranean Dreams, they were well kept, comfortable rooms. Located in a quiet neighbourhood, it was about a 5 - 10 minutes by cab from anywhere in Panama City, and it was close to buses, shopping, and plenty of restaurants. If we return to Panama City, we will not hesitate to book with Alejandro at Mediterranean Dreams. As my fiance says...Alejandro (and Mediterranean Dreams) was the difference between a good trip and a great trip. Muchisimas Gracias! Read more

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