Our DNA
Imagine a Property That Doesn’t Just Host Your Life, But Inspires It.
At Empresas Bern, we believe a masterfully conceived property does more than define a skyline—it elevates a life, unlocks global opportunity, and anchors the future. We craft environments that transcend the tangible: thoughtfully curated spaces designed to inspire trust, ignite progress, and amplify the inherent value of their surroundings.
Since our founding in 1978, we have been the architects of Panama’s transformation. With a portfolio of over 160 landmark developments across the residential, corporate, and hospitality sectors, we don't just build projects—we build the heartbeat of a nation. For over four decades, Empresas Bern has been the gold standard for those who demand excellence in the place they call home and the assets they call their own.
A Legacy of Excellence Since 1978
At Empresas Bern, our strength is rooted in total integration. We are more than Panama’s premier real estate and hospitality leaders; we are the masters of our own craft. By operating our own specialized firms in construction, high-performance materials, and heavy machinery, we maintain absolute sovereignty over every detail of the development process.
This rare level of control allows us to bypass the ordinary—ensuring uncompromising quality standards and delivering high-performance investments designed to stand the test of time.
This commitment is reflected in our results.
Panama’s Most Respected Developer*
*Ranked # 1 in 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).