Find highly reviewed work-friendly stays and digital nomad accommodation in Panama City, with verified download and upload Wi-Fi speeds, in our community directory. We cover numerous accommodation types, including apartments, coliving spaces, hotels and hostels for digital nomads and remote workers. Panama City is the capital and largest city of Panama. All in all, whether you’re staying short term or for longer, Panama City has remote work accommodation to suit different needs and budgets.
Popular areas to stay for digital nomads and remote workers in Panama City include Casco Viejo, El Cangrejo and Obarrio.
According to Numbeo, the average monthly cost of living in Panama City (excluding space to stay) in 2026 is £550–£650 ($730–$830 USD) for one person.
Typical Wi-Fi speeds in Panama City are around 183 Mbps download and 18 Mbps upload, according to TestMy.net.
Make sure to try a carimanola, a deep-fried yuca roll stuffed with meat or cheese, often found at local street vendors or casual eateries throughout the city.
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Panama City is served by Tocumen International Airport (PTY), the country’s main international hub located about 25–30 minutes from the city, with access by taxi, shuttle and rideshare. Albrook Airport (PAC) handles domestic flights and sits close to downtown.
Panama City has no passenger train service.
Long‑distance and regional buses operate mainly from the Albrook Bus Terminal, located beside Albrook Mall, with routes across the country including David, Santiago, Colon and the beaches.
Panama City has a strong cafe and coworking scene, especially around Obarrio, El Cangrejo, Costa del Este and Casco Viejo, supported by the city’s finance, tech and remote‑work communities.
Groceries are easy to find across the city, with major options including Riba Smith, Super 99, Rey, El Machetazo and numerous minimarkets.
Panama City is well connected, with most travel handled using taxis, rideshares, buses and the Metro. The main avenues and Cinta Costera make travel between Obarrio, Casco Viejo and Costa del Este simple.
