Immigration is potentially a lot slower for non-Panamanian citizens. I've found it decent but I have heard it can take an hour or more if there are multiple planes arriving. Crown plaza is really the only choice near the airport, and as stated above, be there early.
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Baidu
Immigration is not bad at all. Off the plane and outside in 30' w/o checked bags.
There is a Crowne Plaza that has a shuttle and is 1/2 mile outside the airport.
Get to the airport 2 hours ahead. You will go thru security twice. The 2nd will be at your gate.