American Trade Hotel, Panama City

American Trade Hotel - A Historic UNESCO Site Hotel with Jazz Club, Specialty Coffee Bar, and Rooftop Views

Located in the UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo district, this 5-star Panama City hotel occupies a landmark building with floor-to-ceiling windows and geometric-tiled floors. American Trade Hotel features 50-seat Danilo's Jazz Club, hosting international and local artists. The property includes a rooftop pool, library, and boardroom for executive meetings. Guest rooms span from 358 to 792 square feet, equipped with rain showers, Frette linens, and flat-screen TVs. The Dining Room serves fusion cuisine for up to 80 guests, while Tiempos Specialty Coffee Shop offers local Panamanian Geisha coffee and fresh pastries. The Lobby Bar provides artisanal cocktails, international wines, and craft beers. The American Trade Hotel stands within 0.3 miles of Plaza de la Catedral, Iglesia San Felipe Neri, and Plaza Tomas Herrera.

Pros

Custom-made Mexican and French furnishings with Bertoia chairs create distinctive interior design

Key venue for the city's annual jazz festival with intimate 60-seat club setting

Tranquil garden courtyard offers peaceful retreat from urban surroundings

Multiple room categories feature balcony views of Plaza Herrera

Cons

Limited pool space with only a handful of sun loungers

1.5 miles distance to Biomuseo requires transportation