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Our DNA
What if a property could improve your life?
We know that a well-conceived property can enhance quality of life, unlock opportunities, and build the future. That is why, at Empresas Bern, we develop projects that go beyond the tangible: thoughtfully designed spaces that generate trust, drive progress, and multiply the value of their surroundings.
We are a Panamanian business group founded in 1978, with more than 160 projects developed across residential, corporate, commercial, hospitality, and tourism sectors, supporting the country’s growth and transformation for over four decades.
since 1978
Our strength goes beyond real estate development. In addition to being one of the leading hotel and tourism operators in Panama, within the real estate development sector we have our own companies in construction, cement, glass, and heavy machinery. This allows us to control every stage of the process, ensure high quality standards, and deliver solid, well-executed investments designed for the long term.
And, at the same time, building a future for everyone. This commitment is reflected in our results:
Ranking of construction companies with the best reputation in Panama*
*According to the Merco business monitor
real estate projects delivered
keys handed over
OPERATING HOTELS AND RESORTS IN PANAMA
years managing real estate units
years in the real estate development sector
We built the Miramar Towers, ushering in the era of skyscrapers in Panama.
We opened the first eco-friendly hotel in Panama.
We became the second Panamanian company to sign the UN Global Compact.
We legally assume custody and conservation of protected areas. A precedent in the private sector.
We implement thorough waste and oil recycling programs in construction, hospitality, and offices to protect the environment.
We built the first residential tower, Parque del Mar I, in Costa del Este. A place that became the most premium area of Panama City with our intervention.
Playa Bonita Residences wins the award for best residential building in Panama, granted by Acobir and Premio Master Inmobiliario.
Our Plaza del Este project has been awarded LEED GOLD certification for meeting sustainable construction standards.
We developed the first short-term rental project in Panama.
Cedemos nuestros espacios hoteleros al sector salud como apoyo en la pandemia.
MERCO ranks us as the #1 brand in terms of reputation within the sector.
We are leading the real estate sector's entry into the stock market with a green focus.
+47 years leading, always innovating.
Bern Hotels & Resorts
Panama has a lot to offer, and at Bern Hotels & Resorts we have been proudly showcasing this since 1996. Through exceptional service and spaces designed for enjoyment, we strive to make every stay a meaningful and memorable experience, strengthening the country’s image as a destination to live, visit, or do business.
Be. by Bern
Be. by Empresas Bern is a company specializing in the comprehensive management and operation of Condo Suites® units—a registered trademark of Empresas Bern—which refers to units intended for short-term rentals under a centralized management model designed for owners who
All of this allows property owners to optimize their time, protect their investment, and generate returns in a reliable, professional environment backed by the expertise of Empresas Bern.
Be. is a business model designed for the short-term rental market, offering hotel-style management services that handle all operational aspects of the property, including:
• Guest check-in and check-out
• Coordination of cleaning and housekeeping
• Operational management of the property
• Monitoring of the property’s condition
• Centralized management focused on optimizing occupancy
Behind every Empresas Bern project is an ecosystem of partners who combine their experience and technology to offer comprehensive, secure, and profitable solutions.
That is the foundation that allows us to deliver on our promises: well-designed, well-thought-out spaces… and above all, spaces that boost both the economy and well-being.
Design and creation of
furniture, doors, and
kitchens.
Construction of
bridges, piles, and
infrastructure
Consulting and
supervision of
environmental
projects
It manufactures and imports
items made of
glass.
Safeguard and
protect the
Group’s
most important assets.
Solutions for marketing,
administration, and management
of properties.
Equipment Rental
(heavy and light).