Panama is one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the whole of Latin America and the Caribbean, and as a result has grabbed the attention of today’s most prestigious hotel chains. One of these, recognized for its high levels of luxury, will shortly open its doors in Panama. We are referring to the Buddha-Bar Hotel & Spa.
Although the company has only recently entered the hotel business, for decades the Buddha-Bar name has been linked to luxury and good taste, thanks to their bars and restaurants, frequented by members of the international jet set. The best known of all is the Paris Buddha-Bar, which has become more than just a bar and is now one of the City of Light’s obligatory places for tourists to visit.
The revolutionary concept introduced to his bars by brand manager Raymond Visan, has been translated to his hotels in Prague and Budapest. Now it has arrived in Latin America for the first time, and Panama has been selected as the launch destination.
So what is the Buddha-Bar Hotel & Spa concept? Visan sums it up in one simple phrase: “It’s not just another hotel, it’s a lifestyle”. A lifestyle characterized by glamour, elegance and charm, surrounded by an atmosphere that is intimate and a little mystical, where oriental motifs determine the style of the decoration and services.
The hotel had its official introduction to Panama in June, and will bring this style to a sumptuous eight story building in the heart of the capital. It will have eight suites, richly decorated in Asian themes, with wide views over the city and the ocean.
While the guests enjoy the views through the huge picture windows, they will be able to enjoy the first class services available in their private hideaway; the glass walled shower; the Danish bathroom decorated with tiles and porcelain, specially designed for the brand; the pillow menu also designed exclusively for the Buddha Bar; the bed linen made of eco friendly fabrics, plasma television, butler service or Bose sound system that delivers the Buddha Bar’s legendary musical compilations.
The social areas will also reflect the brand’s sophisticated atmosphere. Starting with the restaurants meeting the Buddha Bar’s high standards of fine dining excellence, and where you can enjoy a perfect combination of Oriental and Western tastes.
The swimming pools and relaxation areas will also offer great views over the city, while the spa area will have the same Zen type qualities and services offered in the world renowned Buddha-Bar Spa in the city of Evian.
Buddha-Bar Hotel & Spa is coming to Panama thanks to collaboration with real estate promoter Revat Capital Group, with more than one hundred years experience in luxury property development in some of the world’s most active markets. Having completed projects in countries such as Aruba, Spain, the United States, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates, they are arriving in Panama with this first class brand. And they are most welcome.
www.buddhabarpanama.com
