Hotel and Travels
Venue
InterContinental Miramar Hotel, Panama City, Panama
Balboa Avenue (Avenida Balboa) in Panama City, Panama
Overlooking the Bay of Panama and the Pacific Ocean
The hotel is situated in a central area, close to the financial district and shopping.
Address: Avenida Balboa, Panama City, Panama
Room includes:
- Breakfast buffet at Bay View
- Complimentary wireless internet
For reservations, please contact at
| Fayruz Gomez | Directora Corporativa de Banquetes y Eventos | Bern Hotels & Resorts Panamá | Celular: +507 6997-8917 | email: fayruz.gomez@bernhotelspanama. |
| Reservaciones: 800-BERN |
| Web: InterContinental Miramar Panama | Luxury Hotel in Panama City |
Fly to Panama City
All international flights arrive at:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City, Panama
Panama is one of the best-connected hubs in Latin America, with direct flights from:
- USA: Miami, Houston, Atlanta, New York, Los Angeles, Orlando
- Canada: Toronto
- Europe: Madrid, Istanbul, Paris (seasonal)
- Latin America: Mexico City, Bogotá, São Paulo, Lima, Santiago, San José
Panama is Copa Airlines’ main hub, making connections very easy.
Immigration & Entry
Most conference attendees from USA, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, GCC, and many Asian countries receive:
Visa-free entry for 90–180 days
You only need:
- Passport (valid 6 months)
- Return or onward ticket
Tocumen Airport → InterContinental Miramar
The hotel is about 22 km (14 miles) from the airport.
Travel time: 25–40 minutes
Taxi (Recommended)
- Available 24/7 outside arrivals
- Fixed airport taxi system
- Cost: USD 30–40
- Tell driver:
“InterContinental Miramar, Avenida Balboa”
This is the easiest option after a long international flight.
Uber
Uber is widely used and safe in Panama City.
- Open Uber app after arrival
- Enter: InterContinental Miramar Panama
- Cost: USD 20–30
Metro + Taxi (Budget)
If you want to experience the city:
- Take Metro Line 2 from Tocumen Airport to San Miguelito
- Transfer to Line 1 toward Albrook
- Exit at Iglesia del Carmen or Santo Tomás
- Take a short taxi to the hotel
Total cost: under USD 5, but not recommended with luggage.
About the Venue Location
InterContinental Miramar is located in:
Avenida Balboa – Panama’s most prestigious oceanfront boulevard
From the hotel you can walk to:
- Cinta Costera ocean promenade
- Restaurants, cafés, shopping
- Old Town (Casco Viejo) by short taxi
The hotel offers:
- Pacific Ocean views
- Easy access to business and tourist districts
- Conference-grade facilities
Nearby Tourist Attractions
All within 10–20 minutes:
- Casco Viejo (Old Town) – UNESCO heritage
- Panama Canal (Miraflores Locks)
- Amador Causeway
- Multiplaza Mall
- Biomuseo
- Cinta Costera coastal walk
Day Tours from Panama City
- San Blas Islands
- Gamboa Rainforest
- Monkey Island
- Embera Indigenous Village
Tours are easily booked from hotel concierge.
Practical Tips
- US Dollar is used as Panama’s currency
- No need to exchange money
- Credit cards widely accepted
- Tipping is modest (10% is enough)
Summary
Panama is one of the easiest countries in Latin America for IEOM delegates:
- Excellent international flights
- Visa-free for most countries
- English widely spoken
- Safe, modern, and business-friendly
The InterContinental Miramar offers an ideal oceanfront venue for a world-class IEOM conference.