But what makes the hotel stand out is that it also gives you a taste of local flavor. Attentively infused into each aspect of its aesthetic is a hint of Panamanian culture, from the spa to the dining to the décor. Bristol Panama evokes a chic gallery-like feeling through the elegant local paintings that adorn the walls around every corner. A great restaurant, Salsipuedes, spotlights eclectic cuisine with six different culinary influences, and the redesigned B Bar also goes diverse with Mediterranean-inspired tapas from Spain, Italy, France and Greece alongside a selection of Negronis and gin and tonics.
Its stylish doors have been welcoming well-heeled guests and business travelers since its opening in 1997, and it's easy to see why. Being set in the heart of Panama City’s banking district makes the hotel convenient for those in town for work, while everyone can appreciate the property’s knockout views from almost everywhere within its two towers.
- Don’t leave without a visit to The Spa at Bristol, the
highest point in the hotel on the 25th floor with views of the Pacific Ocean or
Panama’s Metropolitan Park. It’s the only spa with panoramic views of the city. The crown jewels of this sumptuous spot are
undoubtedly the Vichy shower rain massage and the five-headed shower in the
couples suite.
- The hotel gym is well-equipped with the latest Technogym machines, and it's spacious, even offering an outdoor relaxation area by the pool. There are also yoga classes available, which
are coordinated in the mornings or afternoons, depending on the number of
sign-ups.
- We like the property’s elegant yet unassuming atmosphere and
personalized service.
- Though the luxury hotel is situated in the bustling banking
district, you won’t hear a peep from your quarters. The double-glazed windows
shield you from even the most boisterous of outside sounds.
- At the hotel’s wonderful and diverse Salsipuedes
restaurant, try the Angus short rib (sealed and slow-cooked for 48 hours) and the popular ceviches, like the yellowtail tuna ceviche Nikkei and salmon tiradito.
- As you walk into The Bristol, you’ll notice two reception
areas: the one on the left is for the residences, and the one on the right is for the hotel. Floors 13 to 23 host privately owned residences, which are available for short- and long-term guests.
- Fuel up for the day in the lobby's coffee corner. Taste a wide range of Panamanian coffees from local company Cruce.
- The Panama City hotel’s outdoor swimming pool is made for laps, though it does offer a tantalizing close-up of Balboa Avenue and the
surrounding area.
- The Bristol’s double-sided bathrobes are covetable and can
be purchased directly through housekeeping.
- The property has been plastic-free since March 2023, and it has a strong recycling program in partnership with Trashforma, a Panamanian company.
- This luxury
hotel offers 130 guest rooms with stunning city views or partial ocean vistas in
two towers: the Classic and Executive.
- All accommodations
are equipped with indulgent mini-bars stocked with
Abuelo Panamanian rum, heavenly mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets.
- Nice extras
include 24-hour room service, bath salts and bubbles on request.
- If you can,
opt for one of the Tower Executive Rooms on the 12th floor. They offer ample
space and the possibility of watching TV from the comfort of your bathtub.
- Rooms have smart TVs with more than 200 channels.
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