Mamallena Backpackers

Hostel Mamallena Panama City has just moved to a bigger, better location. But thats about all thats changed, we've still got the same great service and the same great staff. The new Panama City hostel is bigger and better, with more to offer. Located in a quiet, safe, old fashioned residencial area we are close to supermarkets,banks and only a 15min walk or $2 taxi ride to nearly anywhere you could want to go in Panama City. You won't see neon lights flashing from your dorm room but you will get to soak up the vibe of a 'True Panamanian' barrio while being able to walk the streets at night.

And right now we're offering sailing in the San Blas islands. Enjoy one night in a traditional kuna Village and a tour of the local islands and beaches. Then move to a 54ft catamaran for 3 nights to explore further into San Blas. Sleep on the boat or spend the night on the beach. Includes transport to and from Panama City, accommodation and food, tours and taxes. All this for only $310. If you only want to stay on the boat then we have the option of just sailing the islands. Just remember these are BACKPACKER trips!! Departures are often, contact us for the next one.


What do we have for you?
- English speaking management
-Great mattresses
-Free(obviously!!) expert advice
-Free all day pancake breakfast
-Air conditioning in rooms
-Spacious dorm rooms, one with ensuite
-Double rooms with shared bathrooms
-24 hr kitchen
-Free tea and coffee
-Free WiFi internet
-100 movie + DVD Library
-Nightly orders for Sushi Express and
Romanaccio Italian Home Delivieres
-Sheets and Pillows
-Towels for rent
-Honesty System Bar
-24 hr reception, NO CURFEW
-Free Luggage storage for everybody
-Coin Operated Laundry
-Payphone
-Tocumen Airport Taxi service($15 +$2 each extra person)
-Snorkel gear for rent
-Valuables lockers(Fits laptops and SLR's)
-Hammock Garden and BBQ Area(coming soon)
-Booking of Trips and Tours at low prices, FEE FREE.
- Close to popular bars and clubs
- Easy access to all tourist destinations
- Information on sailing to Colombia
- Homestays in the San Blas Islands
- And friendly staff, really!!
and of course,
-The only hostel in the Americas with a Didgeridoo and a Cricket bat,

Staying at Hostel Mamallena is going to give you the best possible experience of Panama City. As you can see above, we've got everything you'll need to have a great stay. After travelling through Central or South America Hostel Mamallena and Panama City are great places to relax and re-charge your batteries. No matter what you're after you'll find it here.

If you're sailing to Colombia, we know when the boats to Cartagena are leaving and can hook you up. If you want to head to San Blas and chill on the beach for a few days we can arrange it. If you'd like to spend a few days sailing in the Las Perlas Islands, Isla Coiba or the Darien we can probably arrange that too. Check with us for information on sailing to other locations. Thats all dependent on what captains we have available at the time though!!

If it's the nightlife you're after(and Panama City has the best in Central America) then we can tell you which are the best pubs, clubs and restaurants. We're always finding new places, and our list of happy hours seems to keep growing. Cheaper still is heading to the mini super, stocking up on alcohol and heading back to socialise with everyone else on the terrace.

Even if you chose not to stay with us drop in and have a look. We're sure you'll be impressed(and sorry you stayed somewhere else). Stop in for a drink on the terrace, use the book exchange, visit some friends, get your laundry done. Our services are NOT just for guests only(depending on how nice you are of course!!!)

Directions

BY TAXI,
No matter where you come from a taxi is easiest for your first time. Tell the taxi driver 'La Primera calle, Perejil, en la misma casa de La Junta Comunal de Calidonia en Perejil. Tiene que entrar donde esta Antigua Million y seguir la calle, doblar a la izquierda. Estamos 50 metros antes de Via Espania, en la misma casa de la Junta Comunal de Calidonia.'

They can also drop you opposite the Farmacias Arrocha in Perejil, you'll see a building called 'Govimar', go up that street and we're on the right handside.

From the International airport it will cost $20-25, maybe less if you can share, Domestic airport $3-$4 and from the bus station it will be around $2, depending on how many people, more than $2 is OK but not much more.

BY BUS
The die hard backpackers will probably do it this way,
From the International airport-
Generally only advisable in the daytime. It can take 1-2 hours depending on traffic and costs 25 cents at this stage. It will go all the way along Via Espana. Tell the driver you want 'Farmacias Arrochas en Perejil'. Opposite Arrocha on Via Espania is Govimar, beside it is a Delta gas station. Go up the street that Govimar is on and we're on the right hand side, it is the first white house., the second gate and up the top.
To reach the bus, exit the airport terminal and walk to the right, go round the side of the cafe and walk through the car park and up to the main road. Cross the road and wait in the bus shelter for a bus that says 'TOCUMEN-VIA ESPANA' on the front. With your back to the airport terminal the bus will be traveling to your left. It is easy but you may have to ask for some local assistance.

From the Bus terminal/Domestic airport(Albrook)-
Getting to us from Albrook bus terminal(where all buses arrive and depart) is easy, so long as you know where to get off. Jump on to a bus that says VIA ESPANA on the front and tell the driver you want to get off at the 'UNIVERSIDAD LATINA' . From there cross the road, head up to Via Espana and you should come out at 'Farmacia Aroccha' , cross at the pedestrian crossing and walk straight up ,with Govimar on your left,and we will be the white house on the right, second gate and up the top.
From the domestic airport follow the same directions as above however first you have to get to the bus terminal! which is $2 taxi.

Facilities

Breakfast Included, Internet Access, Airport Pick Up, Linen Included, Towels, Luggage Storage, Guest Kitchen, Telephone/Fax Facilities, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, Free Carpark, WiFi in lobby, Web access in lobby, WiFi in room, Air Conditioning, Breakfast