Radisson Hotel Panama Canal is a hotel in Amador, the area at the Pacific end of the Panama Canal where a long causeway runs out into the bay. It is a different setting from the dense towers of the financial district: more open, breezier and closer to the water, with views of ships waiting their turn for the locks. This page is a general guide rather than a full inventory: rooms, pool, dining and any shuttle arrangements can change, so check when you book.
Location and getting around
Amador sits at the southern edge of the city, near the start of the Amador Causeway, a road and cycle path that runs across the bay toward a cluster of small islands. The Biomuseo, the causeway restaurants and the Taboga ferry are close by, and the Miraflores Locks are a short drive.
Casco Viejo and the financial district are a taxi ride away. Check when you book how far the hotel is from the causeway start and whether a shuttle is offered, because Amador is less walkable at night than the central districts.
The rooms and the feel
A brand hotel here is likely to feel more like a resort-style stay than a city business hotel, with space, outlooks over the water and a relaxed pace. Room types vary, so check when you book which have bay, canal or garden views and whether they have balconies. Families should ask about larger rooms, and light sleepers should ask for a quiet position.
Activities from this base
The causeway is popular for walking, cycling and sunset strolls, and bike rental is a common way to see the bay at a gentle pace. Taboga Island day trips leave from the causeway ferry dock, and the Biomuseo is an easy half-day outing. A visit to the Miraflores Locks is simple to arrange, and canal-related tours and partial transits usually include pickup. In the evening, the causeway has restaurants and bars with views of the skyline across the water.
Dining and extras
Ask whether the hotel has a restaurant, a bar and a pool, and what the opening hours are. Many guests also eat along the causeway or take a taxi into the city. Seafood and ceviche are widely available, and Panamanian dishes are worth seeking out. Check whether breakfast is included.
Good to know
The sun is strong and the climate is hot and humid, with a rainy season of afternoon showers, so pack sun protection and a light rain layer. Taxis are cheap but traffic into the centre can be slow. Check the cancellation terms and any taxes or service charges before you pay.
Best for
Couples and families who like a waterside setting, canal enthusiasts and travellers who want a calmer base with easy access to the causeway and the Pacific entrance of the canal.
Why stay here
- ✓Brand hotel in the Amador area
- ✓Close to the Amador Causeway (check distance when you book)
- ✓Water or canal views (check when you book)
- ✓Swimming pool (check when you book)
- ✓Restaurant or bar (check when you book)
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Parking (check when you book)
- ✓Shuttle service (check when you book)
Good questions
Is Amador close to the Panama Canal?+
Amador is at the Pacific end of the canal, and the Miraflores Locks are a short drive away. Check distances when you book.
Can I walk to restaurants?+
The Amador Causeway has restaurants and bars, but check the distance from the hotel and the walking conditions when you book.
Is it far from Casco Viejo?+
It is a taxi ride from the old quarter. Allow for traffic at peak times.
