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Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly 3.5-star property near Playa Blanca

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A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.
A beachside lounge with wicker furniture and large windows overlooking the ocean.
A resort with multiple buildings, a pool area, and a beach.
A beach with palm trees, a wooden structure, and white lounge chairs.
A modern bar area with a bartender, bar stools, and outdoor seating with wicker furniture.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Finca 43.668, Rio Hato, Cocle
  • Place, Farallón Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Clara Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Blanca
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Triple Room

Minibar (free items), in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Triple Room

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite with Ocean View

Minibar (free items), in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room with Garden View

Minibar (free items), in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room with Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Courtyard View (L)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Courtyard View (L)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Courtyard View (E)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Courtyard View (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a large window with curtains.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Tropical View, U)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room (Tropical View, U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a large window with curtains.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (E)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, Ocean View (E)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (L)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, a bed with a blue and white bedspread, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (U)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, a bed with a blue and white bedspread, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, Ocean View (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (L)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, Ocean View (L)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (U)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, Ocean View (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Oceanfront (L)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room, Oceanfront (L)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (L)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Triple Room (L)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Oceanfront (U)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room, Oceanfront (U)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (L)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (L)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (U)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Triple Room (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Tropical View, B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a large window with curtains.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, a bed with a blue and white bedspread, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Oceanfront (B2C-US)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room, Oceanfront (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (B2C-US)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Triple Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a large window with curtains.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (C)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, a bed with a blue and white bedspread, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (C)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Triple Room (C)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Oceanfront (C)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room, Oceanfront (C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (C)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, Ocean View (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Tropical View, C)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room (Tropical View, C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View (C)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Garden View (C)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (E)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Triple Room (E)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, U)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Partial Ocean View (C)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Partial Ocean View (C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, C)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, C)

  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View (B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Partial Ocean View (B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Partial Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Oceanfront (B2C-CA)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with a view.

Double Room, Oceanfront (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a large window with curtains.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, a bed with a blue and white bedspread, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (B2C-CA)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Triple Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (L)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View ( Kid Free | C)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Garden View ( Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Double Room, Garden View (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Oceanfront (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Rio Hato

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the property, you'll find Farallón Beach and La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa. Also, Playa Blanca is within 3 miles (5 km) and Farallon Island is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Farallón Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Santa Clara Beach - 14 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Playa Blanca - 20 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Buenaventura Marina - 25 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Atlantis - Royal Decameron - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Pacifico - Royal Decameron - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Xian Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive

Family-friendly 3.5-star property near Playa Blanca
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

As a guest of Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive, you'll find 3 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a children's pool. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a snack bar/deli and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this property measures 1690 square feet (157 square meters) and includes conference space. A nightclub, a terrace, and a children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rio Hato property.

  • 1 building
  • 573 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • 1690 sq ft of conference space
  • 157 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2014
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive offers 573 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Rio Hato property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

All Inclusive Playa Blanca
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca All Inclusive
Playa Blanca All Inclusive
Riu Playa Blanca
Riu Playa Blanca All Inclusive All-inclusive property Rio Hato
Riu Playa Blanca All Inclusive All-inclusive property
Riu Playa Blanca All Inclusive Rio Hato
Riu Playa Blanca All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Blanca Inclusive
Riu Blanca Inclusive Inclusive
Riu Playa Blanca All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive Rio Hato
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive to the airport?

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive is 1.1 mi (6-min drive) away from the Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive.

How close is Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive to the beach?

This property is a short 15-minute walk from Farallón Beach and 5.7 mi (14-min drive) from Playa Blanca. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine and a poolside location.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this property.

How close is Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive to downtown Rio Hato?

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive is 0.5 mi away from El Farallón del Chirú.

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

FRANCISCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the food excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tadeusz Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good selection at the bar. Excellent resort.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people, excellent hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dionata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort with fantastic activities! The beach was beautiful with plenty of loungers around both the beach area and pools. Nice rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort has something for everyone. The food, staff and grounds are wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tomika Smith

Disliked: Amenities
Nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food was kind of the same all the time. Staff was great. Bar was ok. Rooms were clean
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are the best in every department, surely I will go back there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William Augusto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Execellen choise for vacations
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josefa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was super wonderful, the food was exquisite, the only thing that needs to be improved is the staff, they need to be kinder
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Noyka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food and berberages were great. all the areas are very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, the food was great, and it was a very family friendly experience!!! Couldn't recommend higher!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel offers a wonderful experience with very clean facilities, attentive and professional staff and excellent food!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was amazing food staff our bedroom view. only issue was the beach not so great in my 5 day stay was o ly able to swim one day for a bit water was rough water was dark.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean /small easy to get around property , staff great , food was good . Elevators are slow , had two double beds in room very small me and my hubby bad to sleep separately, would have liked to see more shrimp and seafood options . Beaches have black volcanic sand and very hot to walk on . overall very good first experience in panama !!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was completely amazing all the way around. Beautiful room, wonderful service, fantastic people, just an overall really good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geeta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, food staff room the environment and entertainments
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar and restaurants were great! Water wasn’t always provided in the room which was problematic. Overall all though it was a good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, beds were quite hard. The resort itself was very clean and public washrooms were well maintained. The food wasn’t great at the buffet. Drinks were good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service by all of staff was exceptional, cleaning throughout resort was impeccable as was room cleaning. Maintenance items were addressed immediately. Great resort!
Limon adult pool
Morning Sunrise
Lovely room
Huge beach frontage for strolling
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Far away from everything, 2 hours
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Borys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central American A.C. rarely got room below 23 Celsius so warm sleeps otherwise all was very good
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026