Hyatt Hotels Corporation and La Compañía Hotels & Resorts, today announced the grand opening of Elysium Spa & Wellness House – a 22,000 sq. ft. wellness sanctuary at Hotel La Compañía del Valle set inside the crater of an extinct volcano in Panama’s El Valle de Antón. Inspired by Roman bathhouses and the region’s dramatic volcanic landscape, the spa combines natural materials, sensory design, and local craftsmanship to create a restorative environment deeply rooted in its setting.
Design Concept
Elysium’s interiors feature volcanic stone, carved marble, raw timber, and oxidised metals – materials that mirror the surrounding terrain. Arched passageways and vaulted ceilings introduce light and scale, while soft cove lighting and flickering sconces evoke the atmosphere of an ancient ritual space. Every detail, from the scent of eucalyptus to the hand-laid mosaic tiles, reinforces a connection to nature and the region’s raw beauty.
Key Features
- Thermal Pools & Hammam-Inspired Steam Rooms: Reflecting the area’s geothermal character, these spaces invite guests into a rhythm of purification and renewal.
- Signature Treatments: The spa menu highlights local ingredients such as cacao, pomegranate, and bamboo, featuring experiences like Wine Therapy, Cacao Experience Wrap, and the Lavender Ritual.
- Sensory & Thermal Rooms: Facilities include a Himalayan salt room, aromatherapy steam room, mud therapy room, and the Sensory Deprivation Pool, the spa’s centrepiece of stillness and calm.
Wellness Experience
Elysium’s treatment philosophy draws on the elemental balance of earth, water, wind, and metal. Guests can choose from tailored massages – Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, and sports – alongside restorative wraps and facials that channel the natural potency of Panama’s highland flora.
Integration with Hotel Design
Surrounded by the peaks of La India Dormida, El Gaital, and Las Tres Marías, Hotel La Compañía del Valle complements the spa’s ethos with Tuscan-inspired architecture and a sculpture park of over 200 works in marble, steel, granite, and bronze. Together, the hotel and spa form a seamless dialogue between art, nature, and wellbeing.
Conclusion
With Elysium Spa & Wellness House, Hyatt and La Compañía Hotels & Resorts have realised a tranquil, sensory-led space that redefines wellness through design. By drawing on the materials, energy, and spirit of its volcanic setting, it offers guests a transformative connection to Panama’s highland landscape.