La Compañia is a great place to stay in the historic district of Casco Viejo and discover Panama City. Its modern architecture is well-integrated into the old Jesuit convent, with some of the old walls still visible in the courtyard. It's a sprawling hotel, with 3 wings, and a bit of a maze. We stayed in a King room with courtyard view, which is a better pick if you want to stay away from the hustle of the street. The room was in the French wing which I would recommend for the homey feel of limestone walls and victorian moldings. The bed was incredibly comfortable and not too soft. Marble bathroom was spacious with large walk-in shower (no tub) but no separate toilets. There are many restaurants and eateries options on the premises, which makes this hotel great for large groups or families. The in-house bakery/coffeshop is a nice spot to visit. The hotel is well-located to explore the colorful (albeit a bit gentrified/touristy) historic district of Casco Viejo, away from the parts that are a bit more rundown (and some say less safe). I would personally recommend drinks at Element, a fun cocktail bar with a quirky steampunk theme, and dinner at Fonda Lo Que Hay, where the food is amazing, cheap and definitely worth the hype (reserve at least 2 weeks in advance). We also stayed at the Sofitel Legend, which is often seen as a rival/alternative choice hotel; the Sofitel is more luxurious and perfect for a romantic stay (especially in rooms with ocean views), while La Compañia is more vibrant and busier.

The staff, while professional, was not the friendliest or most knowledgeable. They were a bit "all business". The staff at the Sofitel was more welcoming and helpful. La Compañia is huge and gets really busy, which makes it maybe less attractive for a romantic stay than the Sofitel.

Every little detail was perfect. I always look at things like bathroom fans and baseboards - and these were perfect. Decor is stunning, French door hardware is classic and perfect. Loved overlooking the courtyard. Restaurants were perfect also - the best French restaurant (with classic excellence service) other than Paris itself. And the main restaurant was fabulous for breakfast - wonderful buffet- and also for lunch and terrific dinners in the courtyard. One doesn’t often find a hotel where all is excellent - this one is!!! Even the floral displays in the public restaurant bathroom were gorgeous! Every detail!!!

Loved everything!!!

We loved everything about this place: style, beauty, taste, hospitality! Every corner, every spot is filled with quality and professionalism. We stayed for 5 nights in a king-room with Casco view - it is finished with a loft design with old Jesuit convent walls showing, a nice bed, comfortable lighting, spacious bathroom with a good shower, lots of space for clothes and luggage. The complimentary mini-bar was being replenished every day with fresh water, orange juice, sodas and local beer. The 5star tradition to prepare room for the night added another luxurious touch to our stay. We loved the courtyard with garden trees and the pool on the rooftop. And their 5 restaurants are literally the best in the area - each had its own specialty and attractions. Our favorite was the French one with 2 courses of duck and various sides. The Pecan pie in American Bazar is a must. The wine selection is exquisite, the interior is charming. The staff is super friendly and helpful, the managers are always on the site and willing to welcome every guest. All in all we spend most of our time inside the hotel - just didn’t want or didn’t need to go out!

Casco Viejo is tiny and lovely, lots of nice places and historic spots, but it’s too close to the “Getto” - one should be very careful when walking some distant streets. But it’s obviously getting better and better, it’s gonna be one of the most visited high-end destinations in a couple of years. Just needs more time.

This hotel is absolutely gorgeous. The story behind it, the attention to detail, the stuff, the amenities, the food everything exceeded our expectations. From the moment you step in the hotel, it's like stepping into a piece of art. Everything was meticulously chosen and no little detail feels random. The hotel has only 88 rooms divided into 3 wings: The American, The Spanish and The French. We stayed in the American wing with a beautiful design throughout it emphasizing the building of the Panama Canal though beautiful vintage pictures and memorabilia. The room was very comfortable, with 2 double beds and a little balcony overlooking the side street. The bathroom was very well sized and providing toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. We had complimentary beverages in the fridge and the cleaning crew was excellent insuring every day, we had cleaned bed sheets and towels. We also had breakfast indulged and it was incredible. A fine selection of foods, cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, toasts, cereals etc and amazing coffee selections. The hotel has 5 restaurants and they are well quite good, as well. The roof top pool and lounge is a must in the very hot and humid Panamanian days with a nice bar where you cab get refreshments and snacks. All in all this hotel is a MUST STAY when visiting Panama City right in the heart of Casco Viejo, the city built in the 1600's where old and new are blending in beautifully.

The American Restaurant was our least favorite meal while dining in the hotel.

This hotel will be a huge success. Perfect location to street markets and restaurants and felt very safe in this area. Restaurants in the hotel are as good or better than any that we ate at in Panama. New hotel with growing pains but will no doubt tackle them as we have never met a nicer staff. Everyone, I mean everyone went out of there way to talk and make you feel welcome, especially the Hotel Manager who evidently works all the time, is very personable, and always makes time to have a conversation with you when he sees you. We had street balcony which makes for fun people watching. No better choice in this area.

There was nothing that was not perfect! La Compania is THE most beautiful lodging my wife and I have ever enjoyed. For those interested in the history of Panama the location and the hotel itself cannot be beat. The staff is excellent and so well trained. We were anxious to try the many fine restaurants in Panama City but were so taken with the offerings at La Compania that we took all of our dinners there. The breakfasts were also excellent.

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Location is perfect, the grounds are stunning and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The pool area is lovely but there is limited space so you may not get a lounger. We were on the French section and the room was on the small side (we booked a king room with view) but it was perfectly appointed and never felt small. The room service wasn’t great when we got breakfast on our second day. However, when you sat down at any of the restaurants the food was exceptional. The American Bazaar was fantastic and the staff were top notch.

There isn’t anything we did not like about the property.

The hotel room was updated, modern, and comfortable. The breakfast was good and buffet style with a few a la carte items like omelettes. The location was good for exploring the old city. The daytime was relatively quiet with a nightlife scene. The roof top bar gave a nice view of the city.

The surround area (outside or the edges of old city) seems somewhat sketchy.

The location is in the heart of Casco Viejo. The room we had 101 I think in the Spanish building, was small but the bathroom was very comfortable. We had a room facing towards the gardens, which was lovely w an outdoor terrace shared by 3 rooms. From there we watched a bride taking pictures in the garden. The rooms facing the Avenue are louder with traffic and people walking by.

If there was an elevator directly to pool area instead of the stairs would be helpful for people with mobility issues.

Lovely property with many restaurants and bars. The buffet breakfast is a treat! So many options with drinks included. Staff very attentive. Quick to rectify and issue we had with the phone not operating and we were upgraded to a better room with an operating phone (since we use room service)

Initially the phone was not working which was frustrating. I had to go downstairs and ask 2-3 times for someone to fix it. Our stay in the American Wing was ok, but upgraded to the French wing was much more luxurious. The bathroom lighting in the American wing was odd, as it lit up the entire room.