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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, sun loungers
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Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
  • Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Via Espana
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Premium Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(133 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King with Views | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King with Views

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, iPod dock

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 840 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Family King Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Premium King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(495 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2777 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Living area | Flat-screen TV, iPod dock

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • 1292 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room Standard with Street View

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Suite with View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe with View

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Suite Junior with Street View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Superior with View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Superior with Street View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Located in Bella Vista, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. This 634-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Via Espana - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 11 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 21 min drive

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

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and free breakfast
At Hotel Riu Plaza Panama, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for PAB 12 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. IPod docks, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 transportation

  • Covered self 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Raised toilet seat (16 inches high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches 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 organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 1 2025 to September 1 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: PAB 12 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: PAB 12 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 20 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 20 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on Jul 28, 2025 start from $129.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see around Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

This hotel is situated in Bella Vista within a 10-minute walk of Avenida Balboa and Via Espana. You'll also find Cinta Costera and Multiplaza Pacific Mall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for PAB 12 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 3 restaurants.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama has 3 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Hotel Riu Plaza Panama allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

The closest major airport to Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 5.1 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), which is located 10.7 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2782 out of 4119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 864 out of 4119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 255 out of 4119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 4119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 4119 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

Biky

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location, beautiful and nice peoples. I loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

pedro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service nice rooms safe area great breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

whylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The location is very central. The staff is not proactive and trusted to make decision without checking with a manager. Empower your employees especially the ones with tenure and experience. There has to be a better way of allowing people with e-cedula cards to get the discount for hotel stays. Going through RIU International reservation does not work. It is as if it e-cedula not accepted by RIU.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

whylie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the fact that as a senior resident of Panama, the hotel refuses to give me my senior discount when I presented my e-cedula card. I was staying there for 14 nights while I changed apartments.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mac

Average
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mac

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcia

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lernoui, jersey city

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful experience as allways when stayinh woth RIU
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elliott

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brandy, Augusta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher S

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fancy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast buffet was huge. Lots of options. The hotel rooms need updating. The room has a frosted glass wall which meant the whole room would light up if you has the light on in the bathroom. The AC didn’t cool as much as we would have liked. Both the hallway and room felt damp and humid. Carpet needed a good cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

nadav

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faziena, Miami

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Adreanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was amazing.. Yet the maintenance does not do well with upkeep.. I had to change rooms 5 minutes upon arrival.. The moisture in the room was unbearable.. I got an upper floor because I wanted a few of this beautiful city.. However the moisture in the room was forming mold in the bathtub.. My cousin accompanied me and she had to ask for a humidifier.. Which was broken.. She then had it replaced, only for them to put the broken one in the hallway.. Which did nothing.. Because it was broken.. The breakfast was a 10/10.. The servers were exceptional.. All in all I will return back to Panama.. However this particular hotel will not be an option..
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gino F.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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