Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Penthouse (In the heart of the City)
Presidential Suite (Stay with me)
Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Wardrobe
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June

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

Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(184 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Twin Room

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

Suite

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

Deluxe, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(655 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe

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

Executive King Room

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

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • City view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

  • City view
  • 258 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Family Twin Room

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

Deluxe King with Views

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

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 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
  • 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

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Riu Hotel Panama Plaza

Riu Panama Plaza

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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City

RIU Plaza Panama Hotel

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RIU Plaza Panama

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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 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 15 June 2026 start from AU$212, 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.

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. 3704 out of 5460 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1110 out of 5460 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 337 out of 5460 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 5460 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 176 out of 5460 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone were excellent staff and room will Highly recommend and looking forward to another stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing employees
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Ana Margarita

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A bit dated, but okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gerard Quentin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alberto, Toa Alta

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

6/10 Okay

Rahera

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Conveniently located, near KFC, bank machine right next door, breakfast buffet was insane with so many people staying and eating breakfast at this hotel, felt like a factory.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Claudette

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Shamir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good location overall good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean hotel good price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was rude ! I was ignored while standing in line with multiple receptionist were available. While I don’t speak fluent Spanish i understood some of the conversation about me and my skin color . Other than that I have no other issues with my stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

It was always clean,
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room were very clean. Breakfast buffet was top notch. Staff very friendly.
Lobby
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Fayola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was helpful, restaurants were great. Only negative is that the ac in our room did not work too well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Latifah

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was okay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katrina, Rosedale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Regina, Bolingbrook

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly staff, in a great location, breakfast was an added bonus...I will be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

KASANDRA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was top tier❤️💯
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the lay out of the room and decor at the hotel, Also the clean room, great service in the dining room
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Marguerite

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul M R

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026