El Otro Lado, private retreat | Portobelo, CL, Panama

An authentic "away."

Treat your gorgeous globetrotters to a chic celebration at this perfect Panamanian paradise, infused with a sense of culture, tradition and local arts.

The Lowdown

Type: Art Gallery Beach / Lake / Waterfront Location Boutique Hotel Garden Historic Building

Views: Bay Canyon Coastline Forest Garden Historical Monument Jungle Lake Rainforest

Style: Cultural
Eclectic
Elegant
Romantic
Zen

Best type of Celebrations

Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.

Anniversary

Engagement Party

Venue Setting

El Otro Lado is a private retreat situated in an exceptional enclave of Portobelo Bay, mixing design, culture, nature and luxury in a unique manner in order to offer its guests authentic, exclusive and custom-made experiences.

Capacity

Seated: 60

Buffet: N/A

Standing: 60

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Price range: Join the party and sign in to view pricing

Does this include catering fees?: No

Additional charges: The client need to book 8 rooms in order to book the entire venue. A minimum stay of 2 night is applicable for weekends.

Insurance: Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

Connect

Request a Venue Tour

Call: +507 202-0111

Event Logistics and Amenities

(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)

Celebrations hosted here since: 2012
Curfew: 3 AM
Venue spaces: Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering: Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol: Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services; Corkage/Bottle Fee – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol For A Fee
Music: Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking: Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations: 3 Suites 4 Cabins Maximun capacity of 20 guests.

Amenities

A/V Equipment
Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
Wifi
Dining Chairs
Dining Tables
Onsite Restrooms

Inside Scoop

Enjoy a “Maracuaya” passion fruit mojito while sharing histories from the past with your friends; stimulate your intellect with the wide selection of our library; try the taste of daily fresh fish or listen with nostalgia to a vibrant selection of music, specially elaborated for El Otro Lado by Radio Gladys Palmera

Venue Features

The scene:: Situated just over an hour from Panama City, and surrounded by the National Park of Portobelo, El Otro Lado is the perfect place to relax and disconnect while contemplating the exuberant vegetation. With views of the sea, its four exclusive houses of eclectic tropical design integrate simple details with traditional handicraft of the Atlantic Coast
Design:: Eclectic tropical design Painting and sculpture created by artists from the Portobelo Workshop Indigenous handicraft made by Guna and Embera Indians European art, such as the sculptures by Juan de Mata Contemporary photography.
Standout venue features:: Spectacular situation in the tropical rainforest, near Portobelo Bay, inside the National Park Integrated landscape design in an unchanged space Swimming pool with infinite views Gazebo: Restaurant / Bar / Lounge Our food: International-Caribbean fusion Room Service Activities: Fishing, diving, walk through the mangroves, massages, etc. Virgin beaches just a few minutes’ boat trip away Local integration: Portobelo Bay Foundation, Rhythm School, Carpentry Workshops, Cong Arts Centre, Community-focused Hotelito Rayo Verde El Otro Lado Music Channel by Radio Gladys Palmera

Awards & Notables

Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

Cover of Conde Nast Traveller UK 2014 Traveller Choice winners

Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges

This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.

Fusion Cuisine is a delicious mix with the ultimate purpose of satisfying the different palates uniting the local food culture with European, American and oriental traditions. The idea is to invite you to a journey through the textures and flavors of the different dishes. Professional gourmets reveal that the secret of the preparation lies in reaching a balance between colors, quantity and quality. The chefs at El Otro Lado, Juan Ríos and Mirna Chavarria, work on a daily basis with this formula.

The Gazebo is the heart of El Otro Lado, where anything can happen. Enjoy a “Maracuaya” passion fruit mojito while sharing histories from the past with your friends; stimulate your intellect with the wide selection of our library; try the taste of daily fresh fish or listen with nostalgia to a vibrant selection of music, specially elaborated for El Otro Lado by Radio Gladys Palmera. Restaurant, bar, lounge, game room, entertainment room.

Celebration Locations

This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.