Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced the first North American hotel to join the BW Premier Collection®—The Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa in Puerto Rico. The BW Premier Collection, Best Western’s soft brand, consists of carefully selected high-quality hotels in primary and destination markets.
Hotels within the BW Premier Collection are not part of the official Best Western membership but they are listed, and can be booked through bestwestern.com. Guests will be able to earn and redeem Best Western Rewards points at all BW Premier Collection hotels.
As a BW Premier Collection Hotel, independent hoteliers in primary and destination markets will lock in the advantages of The World’s Largest Hotel Chain® with over 4,000 hotels located in more than 100 countries and territories around the world. BW Premier Collection hotels benefit from:
1) Access to Best Western’s $4.1 billion global reservation system
2) Participation in Best Western Rewards, our award-winning and fast growing loyalty program
3) Powerful mobile, eCommerce and technology resources
4) Pay-for-performance business model
5) Short term contracts
6) Low fee structure that will improve your profitability
7) Reduced reliance on third party distribution channels
8) Optional á la carte services such as design services; access to over 500 endorsed suppliers with special pricing; state-of-the-art revenue management services; industry-leading education programs; customized eCommerce and digital marketing programs, and more
“We are delighted with the addition of the AAA 3 Diamond Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa to the growing number of properties under the BW Premier Collection brand. The BW Premier Collection is beneficial for our guests and independent hoteliers. Best Western guests have more choices for city center and resort hotels at which to earn and redeem Best Western Rewards points and independent hoteliers will benefit from the powerful $4.1 billion global distribution channels of Best Western International,” said David Kong, Best Western president and CEO.
The Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa is located on the southwestern side of Puerto Rico in Caña Gorda, Guánica, 90 miles away from the City of San Juan. This unique beachfront property is surrounded by the Dry Forest in the north and Caribbean Sea in the south, stretching over 20-acres of tropical lush gardens.
Each of the 106 resort rooms and suites features a furnished balcony or patio for enjoying beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea or our lush tropical gardens. Copamarina Beach Resort accommodations are all nonsmoking.
Deluxe Hotel Rooms – Deluxe Garden and Ocean View rooms feature top value without sacrificing style or comfort. Deluxe Garden rooms are available with one king-size bed or two queen beds. Deluxe Ocean View rooms are furnished with one king bed and a sleeper sofa or two queen beds.
Alexandra, the award-winning fine dining experience, is open from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m on weekends. Alexandra offers Puerto Rican Nouvelle Cuisine prepared by our internationally-acclaimed chefs, as well as a complete wine list. Menu highlights include Caribbean Seafood Paella, Crabmeat and Pumpkin Risotto, Lobster Tail in Mustard and Mango Sauce, Filet Mignon with Burgundy Sauce over Spinach. Inventive vegetarian and kids’ menus are available nightly as well.
The 106 room resort has undergone a $1.6 million renovation of its public spaces, facilities and guest rooms. The ocean-front hotel’s amenities include two resort-style pools and two children’s pools, an al fresco restaurant and an indoor fine dining restaurant both featuring the best of Puerto Rican Cuisine.
The resort also has a full-service spa, tennis courts, exclusive access to Gilligan’s Island on a private boat from the hotel’s dock, non-motorized aquatic sports including, kayaks, hobby cats, paddleboards and diving. In addition it has over 4,000 SQ. FT of indoor space for events and weddings.
Discover exciting things to do in Puerto Rico when you vacation at Copamarina Beach Resort in Guánica. With convenient access to Puerto Rico activities and famous attractions in Puerto Rico, there is always something fun to do near Copamarina Beach Resort.
Arid and dry, Guánica State Forest is a stark contrast from the lush rainforests of Puerto Rico. The forest is the largest of its kind in the world and is designated by the United Nations as a Biosphere Reserve. Guánica State Forest is home to rare and endangered plants and animals, including bird species that are native to Puerto Rico and found only in this forest. Guánica State Forest offers 36 miles of hiking trails, stunning views, and beach access. Visit http://gopuertorico.about.com.
Ponce Museum of Art Collection – Museo de Arte de Ponce features an impressive permanent collection of more than 4,500 objects from around the world. While the works of world cultures are represented in the museum’s collection, Museo de Arte de Ponce is best known for 19th century English paintings and Baroque paintings from the 17th century. Also represented are important works by Puerto Rican and Latin American artists. In addition to the museum’s permanent collection, Museo de Arte de Ponce hosts traveling exhibitions throughout the year.
Bioluminescent Bay – A Bioluminescent Bay tour tops the list of must-do activities for guests staying at Copamarina Beach Resort. This popular attraction is a favorite for children and adults, offering a rare glimpse into a natural phenomenon found few places in the world. Copamarina is twenty minutes away from the Bioluminescent Bay and directions can be provided at the front desk. Reservations for the Bay are not necessary.
The Wall at Playa Santa – Experience the most famous scuba diving spot in Guánica at The Wall. A continental shelf dropping more than 1,500 feet, The Wall supports a diverse ecosystem of stunning marine life. Large deep sea fish, black coral, neon reef fish and other sea life are abundant along The Wall. Dolphins, eels and turtles are also commonly seen. Consult the Copamarina Beach Resort diving experts for more information.
Centro Ceremonial Indígena – On the outskirts of Ponce, Centro Ceremonial Indigena is one of the largest and most important archeological landmarks in Puerto Rico. Discovered in the 1970s, Centro Ceremonial Indigena is a compound of plazas believed to date back as far as 400AD. Archeological data indicate that the site was occupied primarily through 1,000AD, with the most recent inhabitants being the Taino people. A museum is located on the grounds. Visit http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com.
Step back in time to 1930’s Ponce, Puerto Rico with a visit to Castillo Serralles. Once the home of the Serralles family that made its fortune in sugar cane and rum, Castillo Serralles today is a museum. The mansion features original furnishings and décor. Tours include a video of the Serralles family history, a visit to the Butterfly Garden, and peaks into the mansion’s bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, and upstairs patio for panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and downtown Ponce. Visit http://gopuertorico.about.com.
Hacienda Buena Vista – Visit one of the finest examples of a coffee plantation Puerto Rico at Hacienda Buena Vista in Ponce. Built in the mid-19th century, Hacienda Buena Vista at one time produced more than 10,000 pounds of coffee annually for distribution to Europe. The historic plantation features warehouses, a hurricane shelter, slave quarters, carriage house, coffee mill, the manor house and other buildings. Visithttp://www.puertoricodaytrips.com.
Arecibo Observatory – Arecibo Observatory is home to the largest single-dish radio telescope in the world. The Observatory, part of the National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center, features the Angel Ramos Foundation Visitor Center which offers interactive exhibits and displays that explore the basics of astronomy, atmospheric science and radio telescopes. Visit http://gopuertorico.about.com.
Basílica Monserrate – Known formally as Basilica Menor de la Virgen de Monserrate, this historic landmark in Hormigueros, Puerto Rico dates back centuries. The Basilica features Spanish-influenced architecture and serves as an important anchor in charting the histories of Puerto Rico families and their descendents. Visit http://hormiguerospr.net/puntosinteres.html.
Porta Coeli – Situated on the main plaza in the small town of San German, Porta Coeli is a historic Catholic church dating back to the 1600s. The bright pink structure was recently restored and serves now as a charming museum. Among the displays are rare and intricately carved religious figurines from Spain, Puerto Rico and other Latin American origins. Visit http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com.
Plaza Colon, Mayaguez – Visit the historic Plaza Colon city center of Mayaguez. The Plaza is a major gathering spot for local and tourists and is the setting for many special events and entertainment. Plaza Colon, named for Christopher Columbus whose Spanish surname is Colon, features a large statue of the explorer and over a dozen other bronze statues. Visit www.topuertorico.org/city/mayag.shtml.
Rio Camuy Caves – Explore one of the largest cave systems in the world on your vacation to Puerto Rico. Rio Camuy Caves in Hatillo were carved by the Camuy River which is the third largest underwater river on earth. Over 200 caves spanning more than 10 miles have been mapped, yet many scientists believe that the network extends much farther. A portion of the cave system is open to the public at Camuy River Cave Park. Visit http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com.
“We chose to join the BW Premier Collection because of our existing successful partnership with Best Western. We opened the BEST WESTERN PLUS Condado Palm Inn & Suites two years ago and feedback from our guests and the level of bookings have been tremendous; in the first quarter of 2015 our bookings achieved 98 percent occupancy – the highest in San Juan,” said José M. Suárez, president, International Hospitality Enterprises.
The Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa, joins these distinguished European hotels as members of Best Western’s BW Premier Collection:
• BW Premier Collection The Richmond, Liverpool, England
• BW Premier Collection Winchester Royal Hotel, Winchester, England
• BW Premier Collection Hotel Milton Rimini, Rimini, Italy
• BW Premier Collection Master Johan Hotel, Malmo, Sweden
• BW Premier Collection Pop House Hotel, Stockholm, Sweden
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