There are several suitable neighborhoods for remote workers in Panama City. Indeed, this global city is very much used to hosting medium and long-term visitors and expats in the city for travel, work and business. As such, Panama City provides numerous amenities for remote workers including an efficient public transportation system, plenty of coworking spaces and a relatively safe atmosphere.
Without a doubt, first-time visitors to Panama City will want to try out all the different neighborhoods around the city before settling down - a good tip is to stay at a central hotel or Airbnb for a few days while explore the city and visit some apartments in person. Below, we highlight some of the most popular neighborhoods for remote workers in Panama City.
Punta Pacifica is one of Panama City’s most exclusive areas. This neighborhood boasts luxury real estate in high-rises with breathtaking views of the city and the Pacific Ocean. It is a favorite among business visitors, professionals and young expats in the city. During the day, this area feels lively, safe and tropical, and the evenings give way to an array of exclusive restaurants, bars and clubs. This is certainly one of the city’s most important business districts, so you should expect to find all the amenities that make this a great neighborhood for remote workers in Panama City - coworking spaces, cafes, access to important business services, and more.
Located away from the Historical Center and main business district, Costa del Este is a popular neighborhood among regular executives in the city as well as expat families and young professionals. The area is dominated by its high-rises with sweeping views of the Pacific but in general feels much more residential and welcoming than Punta Pacifica. The area has lots of supermarkets, cafes, bars, restaurants and language schools, making it one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Panama City. Despite being located away from the city center, Costa del Este remains very well-connected to the rest of Panama City via taxi and public transport.
This unique neighborhood, located north of the Historical Center, is the historic home of US military and business operations in Panama. As such, the area has a distinctly suburban vibe which may be attractive to American remote workers looking for an area that resembles home. Having said that, Clayton is surrounded by nature and still enjoys the natural diversity and fresh air of Panama’s tropical climate. This is one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Panama City also because it contains the important City of Knowledge, home to the city’s most important tech startups and innovations centers. At the City of Knowledge you can find coworking services as well as several other lifestyle facilities.
El Cangrejo is one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Panama City who are looking for an authentic and affordable area to live close to the Historical Center. El Cangrejo has for long been a favorite among back-packers, young professionals and digital nomads for the area’s artsy and easy-going vibes. This neighborhood is still well-connected to the rest of the city’s main neighborhoods and within walking distance of El Centro and the popular Obarrio neighborhood. Housing here is likely to be more affordable, and will be available mostly in the form of rooms in shared houses or 1-bedroom apartments.
For more information about living in Panama City as a remote worker, check out our complete Panama City guide.