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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants, near Crown Casino

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and modern architecture.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and city view.
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama features a striking glass facade reflecting the cityscape.
Enjoy dining and socializing in our beautifully landscaped outdoor area with comfortable seating and modern lighting.
Stunning lobby with a central staircase, glass railings, and mosaic tile patterns.
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers a great location, putting you within just a 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 center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Iglesia del Carmen Station is 11 minutes and Vía Argentina is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $172
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Enjoy a city view from the large bed, with a desk and lamp nearby.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Two double beds, a desk, and a large window with curtains make this room a comfortable retreat.

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Enjoy a city view from the comfort of this stylish room, featuring two single beds, a flat-screen TV, and a desk for work or relaxation.

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Two single beds with matching bedding and lamps, complemented by a large wall-mounted artwork.

Deluxe Premium Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(134 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, city views, and a modern design.

Deluxe King with Views

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Enjoy a city view from the large window, relax in the seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and unwind in the comfortable bed.

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 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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Enjoy a city view from the large window in this stylish room, featuring a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and seating area.

Executive King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and city views.

Deluxe Family King Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, illuminated artwork, and stylish sconces.

Deluxe Premium King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(500 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and city view.

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 cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 258 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Hotwire ROH

Enjoy a city view from the large window in this stylish room, featuring a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and seating area.

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

Relax in a comfortable seating area with a sofa, armchairs, and dining table.

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

Highlights

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

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Two plush beds, a statement wall art, and a minimalist design create a serene retreat.

Twin Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Double Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Two double beds with matching bedding, a large window, and a comfortable seating area.

Quadruple Room Standard with Street View

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, desk, and TV, offering a view of the outside.

Double Suite with View

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Relax in a stylish room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, and a beautiful city view.

Double Room Superior

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and seating area, featuring a beautiful painting and large window.

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, nightstand, and city view.

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe with View

  • 258 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a framed picture of tulips.

Double Suite Junior with Street View

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Double Room Superior with View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, offering a city view.

Double Room Superior with View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Double Room Superior with Street View

Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, desk, and seating area, offering a view of the city.

Double Room Superior with Street View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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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

  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 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 just a 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 center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Iglesia del Carmen Station is 11 minutes and Vía Argentina is 14 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 634 rooms
    • Arranged over 34 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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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 center
  • 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 center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & 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

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 44
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 35
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (inches): 16
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Lever door handles
  • Thin carpet in room
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 crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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
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Special features

Dining

Arts - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and brunch.
Prisma - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.
Tastes - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.
Studio 50 Lobby Bar - This bar specializes in sushi. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 30 2025 to August 4 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
The property will be renovating from August 5 2025 to August 26 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs PAB 12 per day
  • Covered valet parking costs PAB 12 per day

Policies

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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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

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
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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 to 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, pets and service animals aren't 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 check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite 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 center, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Yes, there are 3 onsite 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. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet was consistently praised for its wide variety and delicious options. (462 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of good dining options with excellent breakfast buffets and restaurants on site. (54 reviews)
  • The pool area was kept very clean and the pool attendants were very kind and efficient. (73 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

I had a great stay there
Jacara, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful stay, the room was great and the food was excellent. Definitely will stay there again
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay
Lasandra, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location is perfect !!
Alecia, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Was very nice complimentary breakfast was really great and the pool area popped/jumped the whole time.
Kalika, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice Hotel.
Julio César Hernández, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

My stay was great and the breakfast was delicious!
Melissa Marie-lee, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best breakfast, service, clean room, best staff, beautiful property, good customer service
Delly, 12-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location, and very safe to walk around.
Martha Gabriela Gandolfo, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really nice hotel and the people are amazing
Mario, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location amazing service great food friendly staff
Angel, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location amazing service great food friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location amazing service great food friendly staff

8/10 Good

The buffet breakfast was great.....large verity.
Ingrid, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice stay and we would stay there again.
Judson, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay, clean environment and very friendly & helpful employees .
Sandy, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The rooms were very spacous and clean, and the staff were great
dsdg, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel was amazing and staff was very friendly clean rooms the Breakfast was better than most brunchs i have seen a must have ever morning, transport for taxi or uber was on point 2 mins tops for uber taxi was mostly always there.
Frank, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The Riu is always nice and an easy place to stay. The breakfast buffet was killer
LAWRENCE, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel all around
Antoine, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best hotel i have been to
Tahan, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Everything was fine during my stay.
Giselle M, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This property is amazing… the staff the food everything… my stay was 10/10 and I will definitely revisit
Tanya, 6-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice place downtown Panamá city
Ahmed, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I had a wonderful experience in this hotel and the breakfast is AMAZING Lots of options for everyone. I highly recommend this place!
SONNIA, 4-night trip