Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive

3.5 star property
All-inclusive property with 4 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools

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Aerial view
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
3 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Finca 43.668, Rio Hato, Cocle
  • Place, Farallón Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Clara Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Blanca
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Suite with Ocean View

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

Double Room with Garden View

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room with Sea View

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room with Ocean View

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Quadruple Suite

  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room, Courtyard View (L)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Courtyard View (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (Tropical View, U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ocean View (E)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ocean View (L)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ocean View (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Oceanfront (L)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room (L)

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Oceanfront (U)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (L)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Triple Room (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Oceanfront (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Room -5 guests-

  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Triple Room (C)

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Oceanfront (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Ocean View (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Tropical View, C)

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Garden View (C)

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Triple Room (E)

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, U)

  • 377 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

  • 377 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Partial Ocean View (C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, C)

  • 366 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Partial Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Oceanfront (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Triple Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View ( Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Garden View (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Rio Hato

Farallón Beach is a short stroll from Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive, and other popular attractions like Playa Blanca are within a few miles (5 km). This 573-room, 3.5-star property welcomes guests with 3 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Farallón Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Clara Beach - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Playa Blanca - 16 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Buenaventura Marina - 21 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Decameron Golf, Beach Resort & Villas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Atlantis - Royal Decameron - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Burbujas - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Xian Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive

All-inclusive property with 4 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive features 3 outdoor pools, a nightclub, and a children's pool. There's free parking and limo/town car service. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this all-inclusive property include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a kids' club.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Free minibar items, balconies, and ceiling fans are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Balboa
  • Chiriqui
  • Il Palazzo
  • Xian

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,690 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
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
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the property at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there all-inclusive options at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive resort and rates come with meals and many of the onsite activities. Activities include snorkeling, kayaking, and volleyball.

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

This property is located in Rio Hato, a short 15-minute walk from Farallón Beach and also 7 minutes on foot from La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa. You'll also find Farallon Island and Santa Clara Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the all-inclusive property.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

No, this property doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools.

Is Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront all-inclusive property offers plenty of amenities for couples including 3 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a poolside restaurant.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this all-inclusive property.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive has 4 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this all-inclusive property.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

The closest major airport to Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive is Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive.