GRAN HOTEL NACIONAL, David – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with city views
Gran Hotel Nacional offers spacious rooms with bright contemporary décor, orthopedic beds, and safes. Some suites include separate lounges, balconies with city views, and direct access to the outdoor pool. All rooms have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with toiletries.
Italian dining onsite
The hotel's restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine, serving pizza and pasta dishes. Guests can also dine alfresco at BOHIO, a bar with garden views.
Outdoor pool & casino
The hotel features an outdoor pool, tropical gardens, a 24-hour casino, and a cinema. Guests can explore nearby attractions like Parque Recreativo Omar Torrijos Herrera, a 5-minute drive away.
Central David location
Gran Hotel Nacional is in the heart of David, 5 km from Enrique Malek International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Museo del Barrio y Antiguedades La Casona (1 km) and Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park (300 m). The hotel offers free round-trip transfers to Boquete, 25 miles away.
24-hour services
The hotel provides a 24-hour reception, business center, and complimentary wired internet access. Guests can arrange tours to Chiriquí's coast, Los Cangilones de Gualaca natural swimming area, or coffee plantations in Boquete.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Free airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Casino
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Trouser press
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is located in a convenient spot, close to the airport and directly across from a casino, in what felt like a safe part of the city. The rooms are spacious and feature unique front doors with carved designs, though the low ceiling might be a concern for some. The service, while courteous, could use improvement in terms of attentiveness. The dining experience offers a typical Panamanian breakfast, but the staff's service can be inconsistent. Overall, a decent choice for the price.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and had very comfy beds, along with a nice bathroom. I found the space a bit small for two double beds and wished for a queen bed. However, the recent refreshment provided conveniences like nice linens, bed scarfs, rainfall shower heads, and good wifi.
My stay at the Gran Hotel Nacional in David was a mix of comfort and inconvenience. The rooms were comfortable and very clean, giving me a good night's sleep, but I had to deal with a considerable number of mosquitoes during my stay. The hotel provided comfy beds and great pillows, which was a plus.