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JW Marriott Panama
Luxury ocean-view hotel in Punta Pacífica with beautiful pools, skyline views, and on-site dining.
Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ptymj-jw-marriott-panama/overview/
Dining: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ptymj-jw-marriott-panama/dining/
Phone: +507 215-8800

Friday Dinner

Masi
JW Marriott’s signature restaurant. Great for a special first-night dinner.
Dining page: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ptymj-jw-marriott-panama/dining/
Dinner: Friday, May 29 at 7:30–8:00 PM

Saturday Tour

Withlocals Panama City Tour with Daly
Private city tour with a fun, local, artful, photo-worthy feel.
Withlocals: https://www.withlocals.com/
Meeting point: Entrance of the Cathedral
Time: Saturday, May 30, 8:30 AM–11:30 AM

Saturday Dinner

Azahar
Stylish rooftop dinner for Saturday night.
Website: https://azaharpanama.com/
Dinner: Saturday, May 30 at 7:00 PM

Saturday Evening Drinks

Cielo Rooftop
Rooftop cocktails and skyline views.
Website: https://cielorooftoppty.com/

Sunday Food Tour

10 Tastings of Panama’s Old Quarter with Daly
Private tasting experience through Casco Antiguo with local food and culture.
Withlocals: https://www.withlocals.com/
Meeting point: Entrance of Panama Canal Museum
Time: Sunday, May 31, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Sunday Spa

Ocean Breeze Signature Experience
45 minutes in the Ocean Room plus a 60-minute massage and 60-minute facial.
Spa contact: mailto:info@oceanbreezepanama.com
Time: Sunday, May 31 at 3:00 PM

Optional Sunday Dinner

La Vespa Vista Mare
Easy ocean-view Italian option in the same building as the hotel. Perfect if you want a relaxed post-spa dinner.
Website: https://www.lavespapanama.com/

Optional Hotel Spots

Azul Restaurant
Poolside restaurant at the hotel.
Dining page: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ptymj-jw-marriott-panama/dining/

Cava 15
Wine bar and a nice option for a low-key evening.
Dining page: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ptymj-jw-marriott-panama/dining/

Weekend Notes

  • Saturday & Sunday guide: Daly

  • Sunday evening: flexible

  • After spa, we can decide whether to stay at the hotel for dinner or go back to a favorite spot from the food tour.

  • Overall vibe: beautiful, local, artful, memorable, and not rushed