Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 13 min drive
Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 21 min drive
Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.) - 28 min drive
Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
Iglesia del Carmen Station - 11 min walk
Vía Argentina - 14 min walk
Santo Tomas Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
Ibiza Pool Snack Bar - 5 min walk
STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - 1 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Nacion Sushi - 3 min walk
Crown Level Lounge - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Via Espana. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Arts, one of 3 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. A poolside bar, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Iglesia del Carmen Station is 11 minutes and Vía Argentina is 14 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
644 rooms
Arranged over 34 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (PAB 12 per day)
Covered on-site valet parking (PAB 12 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Shopping
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local culture and ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Wheelchairs available on site
Braille signage
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall shower heads
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Arts – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and brunch.
Prisma – This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.
Tastes – This restaurant specialises in Fusion cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open selected days.
Studio 50 Lobby Bar – This bar specialises in sushi. Open daily.
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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Dial-up internet access is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
Parking
Covered self-parking costs PAB 12 per day
Covered valet parking costs PAB 12 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Also known as
RIU Plaza Panama Hotel
RIU Plaza Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City
RIU Plaza Hotel
RIU Plaza Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel Panama City
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?
Yes. Self-parking costs PAB 12 per day. Valet parking costs PAB 12 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bingo 90 (10-min walk) and Crown Casino (11-min walk) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama and nearby?
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Plaza Panama like?
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is in Bella Vista, a short 9-minute walk from Avenida Balboa and 9 minutes' walk from Via Espana. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Deighton
Deighton, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
27 January 2025
Shower was peeling, iron didn’t work, remote control didn’t work even after replacing it. But the service and employees were amazing! Great location and nice pool area
Eve
Eve, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Alcibiades
Alcibiades, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
26 January 2025
vinod
vinod, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Johana Andrea
Johana Andrea, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 January 2025
Breakfast buffet is always amazing. The pool is great and comfortable and convenient.
joel
joel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2025
Connie
Connie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2025
Azor
Azor, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
23 January 2025
Sahar
Sahar, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair
23 January 2025
Not what it used to be.
They treat Panamanians worse than tourists. The pictures they have of the rooms are their best rooms and don't always really match what you might get. Service has gone downhill over the last 18 months. I've stayed at this hotel around 20+ times, it was always my go to, but I won't be going back.
David
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 January 2025
Marco Aurelio
Marco Aurelio, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
22 January 2025
Mac Antoine
Mac Antoine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2025
RUI
The hotel was beautiful and the room was spacious.
Edwin
Edwin, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
21 January 2025
Liars
I clearly made a reservation for two rooms and provided you the name of the second room occupant who would pay. When he arrived and tried to pay the hotel would not allow him and didn’t even check with me. At checkout, I asked the desk clerk about the payment and he assured me that the payments were separate only to find out he lied.
M. Antoine
M. Antoine, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
19 January 2025
Excelente desayuno
Gustavo
Gustavo, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2025
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2025
Free breakfast buffet was amazing.
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2025
Best Hotel in Panama City
Riu Plaza is great value for the money. It is a clean comfortable hotel that has an incredible breakfast. The rooms are large and very efficient with clean bedding and a large picture window. This hotel was a real surprise. It met all expectations and then some. I highly recommend this hotel for your stay in Panama City Panama.It is centrally located to all sites downdown.
Frederick
Frederick, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 January 2025
Edgar Antonio
Edgar Antonio, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 January 2025
Instalaciones y personal de primer nivel.
Martin
Martin, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
12 January 2025
A good stay.
It was good, would have liked a bar of soap and some lotion.