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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Penthouse (In the heart of the City)
Lobby
Front of property
Located close to Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. In addition to shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is €95
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Room options

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Family Suite

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Twin Room

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(136 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King with Views

Deluxe King with Views

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, iPod dock

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(508 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 258 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Living area

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 120 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama

What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Via Espana - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cinta Costera - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 5 min drive - 4.3 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

  • ‪Ibiza Pool Snack Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crown Level Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maru Korean Dessert Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
Located close to Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and meeting rooms
  • A lift, a banquet hall and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast and overall value
Room features
All 634 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Travelife – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (PAB 12 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (PAB 12 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

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
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • 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
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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 28 2025 to September 29 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
The property will be renovating from 5 August 2025 to 10 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: PAB 12 per day
  • Valet parking fee: PAB 12 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 20 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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from August 5 2025 until September 10 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 31 Aug 2025 start from €95.05, 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 Hotel Riu Plaza Panama pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Self-parking is available for PAB 12 per day. Valet parking is available for PAB 12 per day.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama located?

Located in Bella Vista, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. Avenida Central and Museum of Natural Science are also within 2 mi (3 km). Iglesia del Carmen Station is 11 minutes by foot and Vía Argentina is 14 minutes.

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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2854 out of 4219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 867 out of 4219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 263 out of 4219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 4219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 139 out of 4219 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shenekah Tanisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, friendly staff and all around beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joncy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean, courteous staff and the location is central.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay there
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and felt it was reasonable for our money. The breakfast was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful stay, the room was great and the food was excellent. Definitely will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lasandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient stay in the City.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was amazing and hotel was amazing however I was very disappointed that the pool was closed for our entire trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lashena Antionette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Centralized, & walking distance to alot. The buffet had a lot to choose from & the pool area was relaxing. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice complimentary breakfast was really great and the pool area popped/jumped the whole time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaytonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the staff was very helpful and accommodating.. the breakfast options were also great daily.. Rooms were clean and comfortable without a lovely view of the surrounding areas.. Hotel is located in a very convenient spots few minutes away from many attractions, shopping and food spots
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed at this property to celebrate our 12yr anniversary. The property, customer service and suite were amazing. The hotel is walkable to any great restaurants and shops. Additionally, the sushi and drinks at the lobby bar were delicious as well. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s central location and easy access to transportation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saundra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio César Hernández

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast, service, clean room, best staff, beautiful property, good customer service
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliette Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay, the staff was pleasant, the location is ideal. Check-in and checkout was a breeze, very easy. The only issue I had was the elevator ( long wait, sometimes crowded), but that didn’t ruin my time there. My favorite thing was the breakfast ( large variety, tasted amazing)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
Its beautiful and clean
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the large variety of options to chose ftom at breakfast. Also staff was very helpful and friendly. I well recommend to families and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall it was a good hotel to stay for our vacation. Nice variety of breakfast options and food from restaurants were good. Did not get to experience the pool as it was under maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa Marie-lee

My stay was great and the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025