Sheraton’s First All-Inclusive Resort to Open in Central America

Sheraton’s First All-Inclusive Resort to Open in Central America
By Kerry Medina

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Sunstar Hotel & Development, S.A. announced the opening of the Sheraton brand’s first all-inclusive resort, The Sheraton Bijao Beach, Panama. The hotel marks the second Starwood all-inclusive resort in Central America.

The beachfront resort features 294 guest rooms and suites with views of the Pacific Ocean and mountainside surroundings. Prior to the opening, the property underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation to meet Sheraton brand standards and will feature all the brand’s signature offerings, including the Sweet Sleeper Bed, Club Lounge, Link@Sheraton experienced with Microsoft and Sheraton Fitness" programmed by Core Performance.

The Sheraton Bijao Beach Resort will be operated by GHL Hoteles Ltd and represents the eighth hotel operated by GHL under the Starwood portfolio. The resort is located 62 miles northwest of Panama City, and approximately one hour and 45 minutes from Panama’s Tocumen International Airport.

The Sheraton Bijao Beach Resort offers more than 3,600 square feet of flexible meeting space and features several restaurants serving both local and international cuisine. The resort’s other amenities include three swimming pools, two heated Jacuzzis, children’s pools, tennis courts, and a spa area featuring four treatment rooms and saunas.

The Sheraton Bijao Beach Resort also features Sheraton Fitness programmed by Core Performance, the brand’s revolutionary new health and fitness offering designed exclusively for Sheraton guests through a partnership with Core Performance. Additionally, there is a nine-hole golf course located adjacent to the resort offering preferential access to Sheraton Bijao Beach Hotel guests.