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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

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A rooftop pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a TV, and a city view.
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the cityscape through a window.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a modern ceiling design.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Calle 50
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Espana
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Premium Twin

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

Deluxe Premium Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(204 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large abstract wall art.

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a city view, a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Premium King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(730 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family King Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Family King Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Hotwire ROH

A hotel room with two beds, a large decorative headboard, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite with View

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe with View

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior with View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

A modern hotel room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table.

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • City view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

  • City view
  • 258 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large abstract wall art.

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King with Views

A high-rise building complex with multiple floors, large windows, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe King with Views

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite

A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Panama City

Central Panama City getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Bella Vista hotel, you'll find Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. Museum of Natural Science and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Calle 50 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Multicentro Panama - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Via Espana - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 11 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown Level Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ibiza Pool Snack Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Inmaculada - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5-star luxury hotel near Crown Casino
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Hotel Riu Plaza Panama. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 634 guestrooms or units
  • 34 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • 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
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers 634 accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Raised toilet seat (16 inches high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 Plaza Panama

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: PAB 12 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: PAB 12 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Riu Hotel Panama Plaza
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama to the airport?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is 5.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

As of Sept 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on Sept 27, 2026 start from CA $169, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.

How close is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama to the beach?

This hotel is 9.2 mi (29-min drive) from Farfan Beach and 12.5 mi (21-min drive) from Veracruz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bingo 90 (10-min walk) and Crown Casino (11-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for PAB 12 per night, and valet parking for PAB 12 per night.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a pool?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine and brunch.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama to downtown Panama City?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is 0.3 mi away from Panama City.

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4070 out of 5960 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1202 out of 5960 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 363 out of 5960 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 5960 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 186 out of 5960 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tekvah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet was enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, good food.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome and will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel enjoyed my stay here
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked all the boxes. Will stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

derinique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food, excellent service, overall beautiful hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the staff was very pleasant. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abdool Zahid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, everything easily accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and location were amazing. I truly enjoy the daily breakfast buffet.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, nice and kind staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emy Basilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast excellent
Stayed 12 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Accessible to everywhere clean rooms and excellent breakfast, great customer service
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is amazing very good food, excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property in a very central location. Very helpful and accommodating staff. Great food at the restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sterling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast spread. Great location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast great gym perfect location comfortable beds quick elevators all is well!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, great location to a lot of different tours and excursions we did .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alva chester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with very helpful staff 5 stars!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the food there is really good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was delicious
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026