Panama - Playa Bonita Resort & Spa

Intro

Playa Bonita Resort & Spa is Panama's finest 5 star incentive and resort, a unique and unusual destination for event planners and organsiers of meetings, conferences and incentives worldwide.

The most exciting destination of the decade! Golden sands fringed by an emerald ocean, beautiful sunrises and the most stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, provide the perfect setting for The InterContinental Playa Bonita Resort and Spa. Nestled on a private beach and surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, the Resort has been designed as an enchanted enclave of infinite pools, cascades and exotic gardens with an impressive architecture inspired by a fusion of Mediterranean, Colonial and Panamanian styles offering the perfect facilities and services to conveniently enjoy this Paradise.

Destination

Exotic, unspoiled, and fascinating. The thousand colors of Panama await you at this dream destination. Internationally recognized for its canal, in recent years Panama's reputation has extended as one of the best kept secrets in the region, offering travellers an authentic experience of natural settings, rich culture, uncrowned beaches and world class infrastructures and services. Enjoy the perfect climate year round, venture into the many different activities and attractions offered, and embrace the warmth of Panamanian people and their welcoming nature.

General Information

Panama has over 10 daily direct flights from 6 different gateways from the U.S. (Miami, New York, Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, Orlando) and daily direct flights to almost every major city in Latin America.
Panama is just 2.5 hours away from Miami. 5 Hours from New York.
Local currency US Dollars
Temperatures are warm and enjoyable year round, varying between 80 and 95 F. Dry season runs from late November to April and Green season runs from May through early November.
Voltage 110 W.
Spanish is Panama's office language, although English is widely spoken
Time GMT -5. United States Eastern Standard Time
Americans, Canadians, European Union citizens and most Latin American citizens do not need visas to enter Panama.

Rooms

Offering a magical blend of ambience, pampering service, and luxuries facilities, the guests' every need has been thoughtfully anticipated. The 300 All Ocean View Rooms and Suites offer an elegant décor combining world class comforts with a touch of Panamanian inspired elements. Take your senses on a culinary tour though our three remarkable dining venues, or enjoy 24 hour in-room dinning at your room's own private balcony as you gaze out at the islands and the Panama Canal entrance.

Amenities

• 300 Deluxe Rooms including 15 One Bedroom Suites and 2 Presidential Suites
• Three Restaurants and a Lobby Bar
• 24 hour in Room dining
• Concierge and Guest Relations Service
• Club Intercontinental Lounge
• Laundry and Valet services
• Gift Shop
• Heliport
• Multilingual staff

Facilities

From original and extravagant incentive groups to your own personal incentive vacation, the resort provides an array of activities and attractions to entertain the most curious and well travelled visitors.

Just minutes from the Resort, excursions can include visits to Panama Canal Miraflores locks´ visitors centre, the historical colonial district of Panama city, the Amador Causeway, or an exploration of the tastes of Panama with the many dine around options in the city. From Playa Bonita boat trips are offered to the Pearl Islands for salt water fishing, whale watching or simple relaxation and sun worshiping.

Meetings

max 1400 cocktail, max 1500 theatre style

Special Groups and Incentives Features

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• Main Ballroom capacity of 850 people banquet style with an impressive double height of 16 feet.
• Separate outdoor venue for private group functions
• Hospitality Suite
• Private group check-In
• Dedicated groups and conventions coordinator
• On site audiovisual services
• Custom, specialized themed events
• Experienced DMC availbale inhouse
• Also available: Group Coordinators office, Turndown gift option, Customer assistance at the airport, fruit and flower arrangements, photographer, music and entertainment.

Attractions

• Panama Canal
• Panama City's historical Colonial District
• Gamboa Rainforest Aerial Tram and Educational Fauna and Flora Exhibits
• Wildlife Observation Safari on the Panama Canal shores
• Salt Water Fishing: Marlin, Sail-Fish, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Seabass.
• Pearl Islands boating / sailing day trips
• Golf at Horoko 18-Hole par 72 championship golf course
• Native Embera Culture Village visits
• Birdwatching

Incentive Programs

Located just 40 minutes away on the banks of the Panama Canal and in the heart of the Soberania national park, is the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Playa Bonita's sister property, offering tours that include the Rainforest Aerial Tram, educational exhibits, wildlife observation safaris and fresh water fishing at the Panama Canal.

For more information about Gamboa, click here to make your incentive meeting a successful two centre!

Spa

• Panama Canal
• Panama City's historical Colonial District
• Gamboa Rainforest Aerial Tram and Educational Fauna and Flora Exhibits
• Wildlife Observation Safari on the Panama Canal shores
• Salt Water Fishing: Marlin, Sail-Fish, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Seabass.
• Pearl Islands boating / sailing day trips
• Golf at Horoko 18-Hole par 72 championship golf course
• Native Embera Culture Village visits
• Birdwatching

Incentive Programs

Located just 40 minutes away on the banks of the Panama Canal and in the heart of the Soberania national park, is the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Playa Bonita's sister property, offering tours that include the Rainforest Aerial Tram, educational exhibits, wildlife observation safaris and fresh water fishing at the Panama Canal.

For more information about Gamboa, click here to make your incentive meeting a successful two centre!

Location

On the Pacific Coast of Panama ... 2km of private beach on the Pacific Coast of Panama, overlooking the sunrise and the entrance of the Panama Canal

• 20 min. West of Panama City
• 40 min. from Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
• 10 min. from Marcos A. Gelabert – Domestic Airport
• 15 min. to the Panama Canal’s visitors Center in Miraflores
• 10 min. from Horoko Golf Course
• 30 min. de Summit Golf Course
• 45 min. from Gamboa Rainforest Resort
• 20 min. From Taboga Island (by Ferry)
• 2 hrs. To the Pearl Islands (by Ferry).

Air

Three International airports serve Panama from Europe/USA.

Major US Airports

Madrid