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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Penthouse (In the heart of the City)
Penthouse (In the heart of the City)
Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | City view
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

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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

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City view

Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(181 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

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

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City view

Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe, City View

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

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Deluxe

Deluxe

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive King Room

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Living area

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

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

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Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe King with Views | City view

Deluxe King with Views

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Panama City

A luxury stay in the heart of Panama City awaits you at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The restaurant, Arts, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and brunch. Studio 50 Lobby Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 5-property class Bella Vista hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Museum of Natural Science and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama.

What's nearby

  • Calle 50 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Uruguay Street - 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
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 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
  • ‪STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby 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 centre 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
  • Conference 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
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers 634 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Secured, covered parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • Arts
  • Prisma
  • Studio 50 Lobby Bar
  • Tastes

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Raised toilet seat (41 centimetre high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (112 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 34 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • IPod dock

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 and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

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 cots (infant beds)!

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
  • 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-authorise 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all 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

Hotel Riu Panama Plaza

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Riu Hotel Panama Plaza

Riu Panama Plaza

Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City

RIU Plaza Panama Hotel

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama City

RIU Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 26 May 2026 start from AU$198, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Yep, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama has a secured covered self car park for PAB 12 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

The closest beach to Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is Farfan Beach (7.7 km).

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Hotel Riu Plaza Panama has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Hotel Riu Plaza Panama a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.

Is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers highly rate the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3679 out of 5428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1108 out of 5428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 335 out of 5428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 5428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 175 out of 5428 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ERIC URIAH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel es bellísimo, tiene restaurantes,cafetería 24 horas, piscina .El servicio es excelente.El desayuno es de primera.Disfrute muchísimo mi estancia aquí.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ronald

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yolande

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great as always
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chareka, Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, had an amazing view and just loke the pictures on the website.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Kim, Foothills

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Staff very courteous.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

HELISTAR

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

KASANDRA

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is great. Great breakfast. Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, the food, room amenities and location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent-very clean and in order. The complimentary beverages were a nice touch. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating - thank-you
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

CAMILA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent. Diana front desk and room service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riu hotel in Panama City is wonderful ! The buffet breakfast is plentiful. The rooms are spacious and the location is very convenient. They have a beautiful pool and a lovely restaurant adjacent to it. I certainly don’t have any complaints !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Saikiran

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ali

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located n Panama City from where one can easily access to other part of the city by a short taxi ride, Our hotel room is always kept very clean, and it is very spacious and takes plenty of sunshine. Bathroom is a decent size with a .modern shover and double sinks it is always kept very clean and spotless with clean towels which are daily changed. No reason to say 24 hours receptions, the receptionists are multi lingual and fluent in English also very friendly, helpful and professional. Hotel provides excellent and very delicious breakfast with a great diversity of food including vegetarian and vegan choices, In addition, there are two restaurants: 1. Spanish Restaurant; 2, Ibiza Restaurant near the swimming pool. Both restaurants provides excellent and delicious meals with a reasonable price. We really like The Spanish Restaurant very much because the quality of the meals and food in this restaurant are very authentic and as good as Spanish food in Spain even better in some instances. Swimming pool is great and I believe in an olympic size swimming pool. Weekends it becomes relatively crowded and also locals participate with larger number than that of other days. I believe that Hotel Riu Plaza in Panama City is an excellent place to spent your vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cleaned everyday and the staff was amazing, will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

perla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Raymond Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, complicated people, not all of them of course. Reservation for 2, only one coffee in the station, asked for two and not decaf, they stated only one packet per room, and we should give the decaf back....
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026