Hyatt has announced the opening of Hotel La Compañía, the first hotel to open within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt portfolio in Central America and located within Panama’s historic Casco Antiguo neighborhood, a dining, nightlife, and cultural destination.
The company describes Hotel La Compañía as "a living museum" where Panama’s history is celebrated through design, locally-inspired culinary experiences, and art. Originally built as a Jesuit convent in 1688, Hotel La Compañía's architecture is centered around three periods in the hotel’s history – French Colonial, Spanish Colonial, and Beaux-Arts.
“The opening of Hotel La Compañía marks the end of a seven-year restoration project where expert historians, craftsmen, and architects from around the world came together to bring a story-worthy experience to our region,” said General Manager Fidel Reyes. “We look forward to welcoming guests visiting Panama for both business and pleasure to experience our guestrooms, restaurants, and cultural programming."
Hotel La Compañía is centrally located in the heart of Panama’s old quarter. Inspired by the cultural influences of its neighborhood and the construction of the Panama Canal, this hotel is designed as a place where the destination's past collides with the modern Casco Antiguo experience. The hotel spans nearly one city block with four buildings, in addition to the ruins of a 300-year-old church that envelops a courtyard with gardens, alfresco dining, and settings for events.
The hotel’s 88 guestrooms are divided into three wings that all pay tribute to each of the cultural time periods that influence the property. The French Colonial wing, built as a Jesuit university in 1739, boasts classic French design while the Spanish Colonial wing offers guests ambiance with original calicanto walls, dark woods, and wrought iron accents. The youngest of the buildings, the American wing takes inspiration from the early 20th century with wainscoting panels accentuated with a photo wall. All guestrooms have a balcony with views that overlook the hotel’s courtyard or the neighborhood of Casco Antiguo.
Hotel La Compañía offers chef-driven culinary experiences featuring menus that focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The hotel houses a variety of restaurants, in addition to a lobby bar, a rooftop lounge, an all-day dining sanctuary, and a coffee bar.
Hotel La Compañía’s signature dining options include 1739, a contemporary French restaurant featuring classics with a modern twist and a private dining room, located within a 300-year-old wine cellar. Hari’s, a theatrical speakeasy experience adorned with mismatched and eclectic furniture inspired by the 1980s designer Harry Segal, offers shared plates and crafted cocktails. Capella, the rooftop lounge, and Exilio Bar in the lobby invite guests to indulge in the hotel’s cocktail menu and wine list. Executive Chef Dani Osorio will be leading the culinary team with his knowledge and experience in infusing Latin American flavors into modern dishes.
In addition to dining, the hotel allows guests to experience a variety of amenities and services from a rooftop spa with four treatment rooms, to a rooftop pool featuring panoramic views of the city and the Pacific Ocean. Guests can also immerse themselves in the local culture by learning about the historic city through cultural tours and programming organized by the hotel’s concierge service.
The hotel’s opening now allows guests to enjoy guestrooms, restaurants, and amenities located in the French and Spanish wings. Guestrooms and restaurants located in the American wing (American Bazaar, Luigi’s, Capella, and Hari’s) will open "in the coming weeks."
World of Hyatt is offering members the opportunity to earn 500 Bonus Points for qualifying nights at Hotel La Compañía, from 13APR through 30JUN 2022, as part of World of Hyatt’s new hotel member offer. Additional participating hotels and their offer stay periods can be found at on Hyatt's web site. No registration is required, and members can earn on top of other offers.
For more information, visit Hotel La Compañía's web site.
