Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 9 min drive
Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 21 min drive
Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 23 min drive
Panama City Passenger Station - 12 min drive
Santo Tomas Station - 4 min walk
Estación Lotería - 12 min walk
Iglesia del Carmen Station - 15 min walk
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Masala Indian Cuisine - 4 min walk
Los Tacos de Villa - 6 min walk
Café Santé - 4 min walk
Piso 5 Café - 5 min walk
Subway - 5 min walk
About this property
Hostel the pod 33
Hostel the pod 33 offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Casa 33, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Public transportation is only a short walk: Santo Tomas Station is 4 minutes and Estación Lotería is 12 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Transfers
Cruise terminal shuttle*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Off-site
Area shuttle within 7.5 kilometres*
Shopping centre shuttle*
Theme park shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Local/corner shop
Children's menu
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
ATM/banking
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Lockers available
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Casa 33 – This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open 24 hours.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Local area shuttle, shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 5 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hostal Casa 33
Hostal Casa 33 Hostel
Hostel the pod 33 Panama City
Hostel the pod 33 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel the pod 33 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Panama City
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hostel the pod 33?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel the pod 33?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel the pod 33?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 5 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hostel the pod 33?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Fiesta Casino (18-min walk) and Crown Casino (3-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hostel the pod 33 and nearby?
Hostel the pod 33 has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hostel the pod 33?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Casa 33.
What's the area around Hostel the pod 33 like?
Hostel the pod 33 is in the heart of Panama City, a short 4-minute walk from Santo Tomas Station and 7 minutes' walk from Cinta Costera.
Hostel the pod 33 Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
27 January 2024
Very chill
Leah
Leah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 July 2023
Everything was fine. An excellent hostel for the price..👍👍
abraham
abraham, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 February 2023
The staff was fine, but there was a woman in our room who insisted on keeping the air conditioning off and the lights off!! She was very rude and I found out from staff that she had been getting into yelling fights with other guests. The owner should have thrown her out immediately but they gave her too many second chances! Ugh!
There really aren’t any laundry facilities nearby, only a dry cleaner. Also the staff doesn’t speak English so have your translator app ready.
Julie
Julie, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
2 January 2023
Staff was friendly and tried to be accommodating, but I did have to ring the doorbell for 10 minutes when I first arrived before someone finally answered. I also had to vacate the large shared room I was in and sleep on a sofa outside the room because someone had turned up the A/C to a level too high for my comfort.
Conan
Verified Orbitz guest review
2/10 Poor
1 November 2022
Other than a good location and being cheap, I would not recommend this place. The front desk is never around and is not friendly. I booked and paid for a seven bed and put me in a 20 bed instead. There are better places to stay.
Dennis
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
31 July 2022
The staff were extremely helpful. There is a few restaurants and a grocery store within easy walking distance.
Amy
Amy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 July 2022
Amy
Amy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2022
Buena atención, cumple con las expectativas, se justifica con relación al precio
Nelson
Nelson, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2022
jeffrey
jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2022
Bernard
Bernard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 January 2022
No signs saying place was hostal. just a building behind a gate. took me walking back and forth down the road before realize that was the hostal.
Mai Ong
Mai Ong, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2021
Person in charge very accommodating, Great value, Centrally located, Close to some restaurants and convenience store (less than 2 blocks).
Jorge
Jorge, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 December 2021
I recomend
Muy bueno
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 July 2021
Stay at Casa 33
Greeted very nicely by front desk. Friendly and professional service. Wifi was not working well, but I was notified at check in, so I wasn’t surprised.
Marcelo
Marcelo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
13 July 2020
They were closed dios mio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 August 2019
This place is amazing! Rooms are clean and modern.
Staff is beyond friendly and helpful. Haven’t left and we are making plans already to return with more friends.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 April 2019
Verified traveller
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 February 2019
Clean and comfortable. Sleeping area is air-conditioned through the day. There are food options within walking distance. Can also walk to Casco Viejo along the water.
Anna
Anna, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 December 2018
Value for money
Yeah good location and value for money. Get what you pay for
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 November 2018
Very nice, good time, low price, good location, clean
Yoel
Yoel, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 August 2024
Roberto
Roberto, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 July 2024
VICTOR MANUEL
VICTOR MANUEL, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
El lugar es perfecto para viajeros que buscan un lugar donde descansar, y el chico que atiende es muy bueno, recomendado