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The Westin Playa Bonita *

Destinations & Resorts

Location

Central & South America › Panama › Playa Bonita

Type

Resorts

Location Details

The sights, sounds, and flavors of Panama City are just a 20-minute drive from the resort.

General Information

The Westin Playa Bonita Panama is a beachfront oasis, with golden sands and the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean just steps away. Vacationers will delight in our three infinity-edge pools, six restaurants, and Sensory Spa by Clarins. Business travelers can take advantage of 20 meeting spaces and our Westin Executive Club Lounge.

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Club Floor

Westin Executive Club Rooms are located on the resort’s 18th floor and offer outstanding views from a private balcony furnished with a table and two chairs. While Westin Executive Club Ocean View Rooms look out to the Pacific, the Panama Canal, the rainforest, and the Amador Causeway, Westin Executive Club Green View Rooms offer tranquil views of the canal, the Bridge of the Americas, and the rainforest. All the amenities of guest rooms are included plus enjoy exclusive access to our upscale Westin Executive Club Lounge. Take advantage of complimentary continental breakfasts, snacks and beverages throughout the day, and hors d’oeuvres and drinks each evening.

Room Details

Deluxe Green View or Oceanview Rooms offer vivid Pacific Ocean or tropical rainforest views. Decorated in a serene, minimalist décor, the 611 guest rooms are designed to leave you feeling rested and renewed. Relax in front of an LCD TV, enjoy wireless high-speed internet access and recharge with complimentary coffee. Thoughtful amenities include plush bathrobes, iPod docking station, Westin Heavenly® Bed, Heavenly® Bath, White Tea by Westin bath amenities, hairdryer, complimentary bottled water, wake-up services, turndown service, iron and ironing board. . Select rooms also include a private balcony with two chairs and a table, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee al fresco.

Suite Details

Revival Junior Suites showcases floor-to-ceiling windows open onto a furnished private balcony, perfect for enjoying vivid panoramas. The bright and clean living area is outfitted with pale ceramic floors, rich wood furnishings, and Panamanian accents. Designed for entertaining, the living area features a sofa and four chairs, a mini-bar and refreshment center with complimentary bottled water, and a half-bathroom for guests. Watch a movie together on the 40-inch LCD TV, or sit down for a light meal at a dining table that seats four. Suites feature all the amenities of guest rooms and receive access to the Westin Executive Club Lounge.
Renewal Oceanview Suites are spacious retreats that features a minimalist design with Panamanian accents and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, tropical rainforest, and Panama Canal. Separated from the living room by a sliding wood door, your private bedroom includes a second balcony, a second LCD TV, and our signature Westin Heavenly® Bed. Guests of Renewal Ocean View Suites receive exclusive access to the Westin Executive Club Lounge.
Presidential Suites feature ample living space, two-bedrooms, endless options for entertaining including a kitchenette with a full-size stove, microwave, refrigerator and dining for six. Guests of Presidential Suites receive exclusive access to the Westin Executive Club Lounge.

Guest Services

Guest services include a concierge team to assist with all your needs, well-equipped Business Center, internet access throughout the resort, meeting and event spaces and more.

All-Inclusive

Add the all-inclusive option which includes meals, beverages, non-motorized waterspouts, taxes and gratuties and more.

Restaurants

Asiana showcases clean lines, contemporary red light fixtures, and dramatic works of art creating a sophisticated yet relaxed ambiance, Asiana transports diners to the Far East to sample the best of Japanese, Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisine. Savor à la carte options like sushi and sashimi, curry, fresh spring rolls, and Pad Thai. An outdoor terrace is an idyllic setting for sharing a bottle of wine over a dinner of grilled red tuna with a ginger wasabi sauce.
Bamboo Bar is located poolside, this open-air palapa serves up fresh juices, tropical cocktails, hamburgers, hot dogs, pizzas, nachos, and more.
Oasis Bar and Lounge becomes the social hub of the resort once the sun begins to set. This chic, inviting space features bursts of color, vaulted ceilings, and communal seating that encourages guests to mix and mingle. The bar serves a full menu of spirits, as well as snacks like peanuts, nachos and pico de gallo, fried plantains, and yuca. Enjoy a light bite to eat as you sip your mojito and listen to the sounds of live pop, salsa, or jazz—offered every night of the week.
Pacifica is a sleek, contemporary space is home to expansive breakfast and lunch buffets, highlighting the fresh flavors of the Pacific Rim. Start your day with a flaky pastry or fresh tropical fruit. For dinner, stop by for themed buffets ranging from Tex-Mex and Asian to Caribbean, Italian, and Panamanian. Inside, a chic décor of red and black and live cooking stations—specializing in stir fry and grilled items—create a dynamic dining experience.
Soléo, a European-style tapas bar located on the pool terrace. Stop by to satisfy a mid-afternoon craving with snacks inspired by Greek, Lebanese, Italian, Spanish, and French cuisine. An international beer and wine list and signature cocktails like sangria, mojitos, and cañitas provide the perfect accompaniment to tasty dishes like wild mushrooms with herbs and white wine. At night, it turns into a hip lounge that draws guests inside for cocktails and karaoke. Order a mojitomania—a rum drink made with lime and mango—and sing along.
The Starfish Grill offers a daily buffet of fresh lobster, fish, shrimp, and more. The interior features dark wood furnishings complemented by a color palette of green, aqua, and tan; and handmade mosaics. Outside, a terrace with beach and ocean views invites you to enjoy sea breezes as you dine on fresh ceviche, shrimp and scallop pasta, and a glass of crisp white wine.
Tidal Bar, swim up for a tropical cocktail or ice-cold beer, or relax under the shade of the palapa at Tidal Bar. Located in the main pool area, Tidal Bar offers refreshing cocktails, sodas, and fruit juices for sunbathers of all ages.
Tierra y Fuego is a sleek Latin steakhouse that infuses prime cuts of USDA certified Angus beef with Latin flavors. Contemporary red leather booths, Argentinian bolo frescoes, and panoramic ocean views create a warm and upscale atmosphere. Order a bottle of red or white wine and savor a succulent rack of lamb, a juicy New York strip, or our signature 12-ounce churrasco skirt steak.

Recreation

The Westin Playa Bonita Panama boasts four breathtaking beachfront pools providing a sun-baked escape overlooking the Pacific Ocean and a private white sand beach. Every day the resort hosts activities ranging from salsa lessons to kayaking to beach volleyball.

Spa

Sensory Spa by Clarins features 13 treatment rooms, some with floor-to-ceiling views of the gardens and pool, as well as a beauty salon and hydrotherapy circuit. Outdoor treatments are available in pool cabanas and by the beach. Treat tired feet to the Pediluvio foot massage stream, soothe tired muscles in the Vitality hydromassage pool, or rejuvenate your body with a bracing dip in our Polar Cold plunge pool. The herbal sauna rids the body of impurities through fragrant heat, while our Amethyst steam room features a healing amethyst rock to help clear your body of negative energy and headaches. Prepare for a night out on the town with a facial, body bronze, or contouring treatment. Rediscover romance with a couple’s massage. Pamper yourself thoroughly with a day package. Or get ready for your big day with an indulgent bridal package. A relaxation area with fresh water and herbal teas allows you to relax before and after your treatment.

Fitness

Fitness enthusiasts can keep pace with their usual exercise regime in the WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio. For a less exertive experience, arrange for a treatment at Sensory Spa by Clarins and let our therapists pamper your senses. Let expansive views of the ocean and beach inspire you as you strengthen your heart and target muscle groups on cardio and strength training machines. 46-inch LCD TVs keep you entertained as you cycle or jog on the treadmill.

Nearby Attractions

The natural splendor of the area is not to be missed. Take a drive, cycle, or jog down the scenic Amador Causeway, a one-lane road that connects three islands. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Punta Bruja Nature Reserve, fish off the islands of Las Perlas, or watch whales out in the Pacific. Guests can visit famous sites like the Panama Canal’s Miraflores Locks. Discover the country’s rich heritage in Casco Antiguo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll find historic cathedrals, plazas, the Palacio de las Garzas, National Theater of Culture, and much more. The city center offers countless options for shopping dining, and entertainment, including casinos with live shows.

Kids Program

Westin® Kids Club is for children ages 4 to 12, a safe place where they can make new friends and play all day. Located on the beach level beside the kids pool, the club offers supervised activities at the pool, beach, and playground—all free of charge. Drop your kids off with our attentive staff and enjoy a few hours of down time. Children can spend the day making sandcastles, singing karaoke, learning dances, hunting for treasure, decorating cookies, playing with bubbles, and much more. The club also has a playroom with a TV, Sony PlayStation® PS3™, painting board, costumes, and board games for indoor fun. Children can take Spanish classes as well as dance classes with popular songs. Complimentary snacks are provided throughout the day.

Land price is per person based on double occupancy (unless noted) for select travel dates shown. Air-inclusive vacations are for gateways noted. Rate quoted includes government-imposed fees and taxes and any necessary currency exchange rates. Rate is current when priced, at the time you purchase your vacation, rate may be higher. Rate does not include any applicable daily resort or facility fees (and in Europe, city tourist taxes) payable directly to the resort at check-out; such fees will be advised at the time of booking. Subject to availability and change; certain restrictions and black out dates may apply. Additional airline restrictions may apply, contact the airline directly with questions.