Albrook Mall - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
Albrook Mall
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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  • griselle868
    Trinidad11 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Retail on a massive scale!
    With over 700 stores over 2 floors, you can pace yourself if you have enough time, or shop till you drop if you have limited time. Expect to do a lot of walking. The stores vary from large department stores to individual brand name stores. In addition to stores, there are food courts, travel desks and entertainment centers, e.g. bowling alley. I had no issues communicating with my little knowledge of Spanish.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written July 21, 2023
  • Michel and Nay
    Medellin, Colombia24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    All-around good experience a lot of walking, plenty plenty of food courts!! good experience a lot of walking!!
    I was a little skeptical about going to the mall, because I live in Florida and we have plenty of them but after visiting that mall we found some great bikes just like everywhere else you have to look around I purchased some polo shirts that were fantastic for $10 in the US. It will cost 50 or more. Just make sure you wash everything in cold water and hang it up. No problem getting a taxi no problem finding a place to eat plenty of food places, some stores are trying to get the same price as retail models. Do your research check on Amazon before you buy
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written August 3, 2023
  • SilverTraveler2
    Castle Rock, Washington438 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Almost as nice as the Multi Plaza...Highly Recommend
    First time here and very impressed. Took the subway here, and this is the final stop in this direction. Two story mall and plenty of well-known stores and restaurants. Lots of people here and you can tell it's a vibrant mall. There are trains for the kids to take, and a Merry-go-round go round in the center. Highly recommend a visit.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written August 23, 2023
  • RenR
    Detroit, Michigan8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Giant Mall
    We took a trip to this mall because we needed a couple of things while on our trip. This really is a big mall. Our hotel was not close to many restaurants so we decided to eat here. They have a giant food court with a lot of selections. There are a lot of restaurants you will find from the United States here but also a lot of local chains.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written September 2, 2023
  • Trisha P
    5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Budget Friendly
    This mall is budget friendly so it's also more crowded than Multiplaza. You can find great deals, but you must be prepared to do lots of walking as it's a huge mall. There's a small train that passes through so you can ride on that too. I got lost here, and became frustrated. But if you have the patience and are intent on savings....this is the mall for you.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written October 12, 2023
  • Ricardo R
    Mogi das Cruzes, SP1,881 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sure you will end up there
    Where we can find everything, ekettonics, fast food, metrobus cards, clothes. Prices are good, near the bus station to go to most parts of Panama and abroad. Also where we take the bus C 810 go Miraflores locks. To get to this mall just go to the Albrook metro station.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written January 6, 2024
  • Tricia C.
    Bridgetown, Barbados76 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tips for a Successful Shopping Experience at Albrook Mall
    This mall is has everything you need and more! Here are a few things we learned from our trip in January 2024. 1. If you plan to shop a lot, stay at the Albrook Marriott. It’s connected to the mall and you won’t need to worry about transportation and you can always go put down your shopping in your room when your bags start getting heavy. 2. If you’re not staying at the Marriott, then the fastest way to get to the mall is by train. You don’t need to have a MetroCard to ride the train. You can simply tap your Visa credit card to get on and off the train. The cost is $0.35. It’s best to take the train to get to the mall and then take an Uber back when you have all your heavy bags. 3. Make sure you download the map of the mall on your phone as, from what I could see, there are no directories stations posted within the mall. The mall is large and you can spend a lot of time just trying trying to find the store you want to visit. The map makes it much easier. I recommend doing some research on the website to discover the stores and what they specialize in. Also watch review videos on TikTok and make a list of the stores you want to get to, as it is almost impossible to browse every store in the mall unless you have a few weeks to spend here. 4. Be prepared to leave any large bags you bring into the mall with a bag storage agent has most of the large stores like El Costo and Titan do not allow you to bring anything larger than an over the shoulder purse or fanny pack into their stores. This actually works out well as you won’t have to lug your roller bag or a large backpack through the stores while shopping and the entire process is secure, but there can sometimes be long lines to turn in or retrieve the bags from the storage area. 5. If you’re visiting the mall with friends, it is very likely that you won’t want to spend a lot of time in the same stores depending on your shopping lists . Be sure to set up a prearranged meeting point and time for lunch or when you’re ready to leave. 6. For all my English-speaking friends, it’s helpful to learn a little Spanish before you go to the mall and to Panama altogether. Some of the workers in the mall will speak a little English, but most will speak Spanish only and you will have a much better shopping experience if you learn a little Spanish. You can also use Google translate and some of the store workers will use it to communicate with you if they don’t speak English but you can save yourself a lot of time by learning a few basic shopping phrases like how to ask for your size and how to order your food . 7. Finally, when purchasing from some of the more budget, friendly stores, like El Costo and Titan, check the clothes carefully to make sure the size on the price tag matches the size sewn into the clothing. Also check for defects as the reason some of these clothes are priced so low is because they were not perfectly made. The stores also have fitting rooms where you can try on Items before you purchase them and this comes in really handy as well.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written January 21, 2024
  • TSG365
    San Diego, California97 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loved it, Great Deals
    Use Uber to go here, very cheap. Deals for days and if you like shopping you will shop until you drop! There is something here for everyone. I don’t believe there are 700 stores in this mall as I did walk around the entire thing, but it took me 5 hours to go through it. Have comfy shoes on to do the trek. Start on the first floor and see if you can work your way all the way to the other end. When you get to the second floor, it doesn’t seem like the more exciting stores are up there. In general, some of the stores start to blend together and look like they sell the same stuff but different names. You have to pay to use the restroom, but if you have a receipt from Paul restaurant, that will get you in for free. The bathrooms are nothing special.
    Visited February 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written February 25, 2024
  • kathyh6642017
    Bellingham, Washington107 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Shoppers paradise
    We visited this mall a couple of times as we used public transportation and the station is right across the street. Had a couple lunches in the food court. Service wasn't great but food okay. Went into numerous shops and the grocery store as well. It's cool/air conditioned, clean and modern. Toilets cost to use. It was very busy the times we were there.
    Visited February 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written February 28, 2024
  • Jam_Travel_Regular
    43 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Download the map before you go
    It’s certainly large. It took me 3 days to properly explore it. There are no signs or directions so go on the website and download the map. Figure out which stores you want to go to. You will find the range from discount stores to a couple of high end brands. The brand name stores were actually more expensive than usual in this mall.. el costo, Conway, Steven’s and Dorian’s were my favs. The bathrooms have a fee to enter. I did not use any so cannot speak to the condition. Plenty of food courts and small restaurants so you will not lack for food options. Wear comfortable walking shoes - not many mall seats and usually full of young men lounging so you will not get to sit down until you go to the food court If you are visiting - stay at the adjoining Marriott which opens right into the mall. Download some Spanish shipping phrases if you do not speak the language and always ask for your tourist discount if available
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written March 22, 2024
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Trini K
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Family
I had a wonderful experience. We were greeted by Yira who took the time to inform us of all of the services and introduced us to the loyalty plan.
Breakfast was perfect with fresh fruit and juices, excellent coffee and a contination of the efficient service.
Written May 24, 2024
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Avadiana S
2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Solo
The stores are varied, you have to take time to go through the stores and there is lots to see within the stores. I thoroughly recommend it as a must see
Written May 24, 2024
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Petula2014
Arima, Arima, Trinidad and Tobago20 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
Consistent and quality service as a result of the commitment of staff. Great service from Suheil, Karen, Kevin, Ruben and Mokoli. Clean environment and great food. Love the atmosphere by the pool.
Written May 11, 2024
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Tracy A
Trinidad and Tobago1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Family
Great hotel experience. Super friendly and caring staff. I spent my birthday her with my family. Everyone enjoyed their time at the hotel. Super convenient to go to the mall and a bus station located close by for transportation. Buffet breakfast was good. Pool had a nice view. Appreciate the bathroom shampoo and shower gel dispensers instead of the small bottles that you normally get in other hotels.
Thank you hotel for the lovely birthday treat!
Written April 13, 2024
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Shevon M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Solo
The only thing I did not like is the price that you'd see is not what you pay and I had to pay taxes each time's I cash like come on I'm thinking I going to pay 99cnt and boom it's 2D us and don't let me get started with the garbage all over the streets apart from that I like there to just shop an leave I stayed at the Victoria's hotel and it was wonderful the service was just amazing 🎶 ✨️ 😌
Written March 29, 2024
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Jam_Travel_Regular
Kingston, Jamaica43 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Solo
It’s certainly large. It took me 3 days to properly explore it. There are no signs or directions so go on the website and download the map. Figure out which stores you want to go to. You will find the range from discount stores to a couple of high end brands. The brand name stores were actually more expensive than usual in this mall.. el costo, Conway, Steven’s and Dorian’s were my favs. The bathrooms have a fee to enter. I did not use any so cannot speak to the condition. Plenty of food courts and small restaurants so you will not lack for food options. Wear comfortable walking shoes - not many mall seats and usually full of young men lounging so you will not get to sit down until you go to the food court If you are visiting - stay at the adjoining Marriott which opens right into the mall. Download some Spanish shipping phrases if you do not speak the language and always ask for your tourist discount if available
Written March 22, 2024
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Len G
Southborough, MA161 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Solo
The place is gigantic. I understand 700 stores. Really well kept and if you can't find an item here it probably doesn't exist.
Written March 10, 2024
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kathyh6642017
Bellingham, WA107 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Family
We visited this mall a couple of times as we used public transportation and the station is right across the street.
Had a couple lunches in the food court. Service wasn't great but food okay.
Went into numerous shops and the grocery store as well.
It's cool/air conditioned, clean and modern. Toilets cost to use.
It was very busy the times we were there.
Written February 28, 2024
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TSG365
San Diego, CA97 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Solo
Use Uber to go here, very cheap. Deals for days and if you like shopping you will shop until you drop! There is something here for everyone. I don’t believe there are 700 stores in this mall as I did walk around the entire thing, but it took me 5 hours to go through it. Have comfy shoes on to do the trek. Start on the first floor and see if you can work your way all the way to the other end. When you get to the second floor, it doesn’t seem like the more exciting stores are up there. In general, some of the stores start to blend together and look like they sell the same stuff but different names. You have to pay to use the restroom, but if you have a receipt from Paul restaurant, that will get you in for free. The bathrooms are nothing special.
Written February 25, 2024
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Tricia C.
Bridgetown, Barbados76 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Friends
This mall is has everything you need and more! Here are a few things we learned from our trip in January 2024.

1. If you plan to shop a lot, stay at the Albrook Marriott. It’s connected to the mall and you won’t need to worry about transportation and you can always go put down your shopping in your room when your bags start getting heavy.

2. If you’re not staying at the Marriott, then the fastest way to get to the mall is by train. You don’t need to have a MetroCard to ride the train. You can simply tap your Visa credit card to get on and off the train. The cost is $0.35. It’s best to take the train to get to the mall and then take an Uber back when you have all your heavy bags.

3. Make sure you download the map of the mall on your phone as, from what I could see, there are no directories stations posted within the mall. The mall is large and you can spend a lot of time just trying trying to find the store you want to visit. The map makes it much easier. I recommend doing some research on the website to discover the stores and what they specialize in. Also watch review videos on TikTok and make a list of the stores you want to get to, as it is almost impossible to browse every store in the mall unless you have a few weeks to spend here.

4. Be prepared to leave any large bags you bring into the mall with a bag storage agent has most of the large stores like El Costo and Titan do not allow you to bring anything larger than an over the shoulder purse or fanny pack into their stores. This actually works out well as you won’t have to lug your roller bag or a large backpack through the stores while shopping and the entire process is secure, but there can sometimes be long lines to turn in or retrieve the bags from the storage area.

5. If you’re visiting the mall with friends, it is very likely that you won’t want to spend a lot of time in the same stores depending on your shopping lists . Be sure to set up a prearranged meeting point and time for lunch or when you’re ready to leave.

6. For all my English-speaking friends, it’s helpful to learn a little Spanish before you go to the mall and to Panama altogether. Some of the workers in the mall will speak a little English, but most will speak Spanish only and you will have a much better shopping experience if you learn a little Spanish. You can also use Google translate and some of the store workers will use it to communicate with you if they don’t speak English but you can save yourself a lot of time by learning a few basic shopping phrases like how to ask for your size and how to order your food .

7. Finally, when purchasing from some of the more budget, friendly stores, like El Costo and Titan, check the clothes carefully to make sure the size on the price tag matches the size sewn into the clothing. Also check for defects as the reason some of these clothes are priced so low is because they were not perfectly made. The stores also have fitting rooms where you can try on Items before you purchase them and this comes in really handy as well.
Written January 21, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

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