Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama
Inside Panama City’s restored 1917 Union Club, Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo pairs four-poster rooms, local art and Pacific views with a singular pool deck in the heart of the UNESCO-listed old quarter.
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo occupies the former Union Club on the edge of Panama City’s UNESCO-listed historic district, with the Pacific and modern skyline visible beyond its terraces. The building opened in 1917 and hosted presidents, royalty and international visitors through the city’s 20th-century rise.
A careful restoration transformed the abandoned landmark into a hotel in 2022 while preserving its colonial proportions and social-club character. Rooms and suites blend four-poster beds, hand-painted tiles, modern technology and local artwork.
The pool deck is one of the property’s defining features, opening directly toward the Pacific and city skyline. A spa, fitness facilities and shaded terraces provide quieter ways to spend time between walks through Casco Viejo.
Mayda creates an elegant lobby-lounge setting, while the rooftop AMMI adds cocktails, music, open-air terraces and a more energetic nighttime atmosphere. Café Vera and poolside service fill in the day.
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo is best for travelers who want to stay inside Panama City’s history without giving up modern design or leisure. The Union Club story and waterfront outlook make the building itself central to the experience.