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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Elegance in Panama City's heart

Peaceful ambiance and modern design define this centrally located hotel, offering easy access to Panama City's vibrant attractions. Delight in an incredible breakfast selection and personalised attention, ensuring a memorable stay.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(146 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Flat-screen TV, iPod dock

Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 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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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(554 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite With View

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe With View

  • 258 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior With View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite Junior With Street View

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard With Street View

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Living area

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 120 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
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 258 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe King with Views

Deluxe King with Views

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Calle 50 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Via Espana - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Crown Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 1.0 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

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

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Luxury hotel near Crown Casino
Located close to Fiesta Casino and Museum of Natural Science, 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), secured bike storage and a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, a ballroom and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about 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.

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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 transport

  • Secured, covered parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

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

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
  • Turndown service

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 (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

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

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 18 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

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

Hotel Riu Panama Plaza
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Riu Hotel Panama Plaza
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City
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RIU Plaza Panama
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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.

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

As of 4 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 8 Dec 2025 start from AU$190.60, 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 night. Valet parking is available for PAB 12 per night. Limited spots are available.

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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Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3104 out of 4607 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 959 out of 4607 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 291 out of 4607 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 4607 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 4607 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

yohosy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio Arturo Lynch

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room wonderful staff great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tinesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience with very helpful staff and an amazing breakfast every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAMLA D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel Pernas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is in a convenient location, close to shopping and walkable to important points of interest.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandrs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, big rooms and view from them
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The RIU has large beautiful rooms The breakfast is exceptional
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible breakfast!! clean rooms, nice staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean,the staff was very polite and the food was great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ASANTEE-WAA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast and area
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Kaiopa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were excellent. Also the breakfast was excellent Highly recommended hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and tidy. The breakfast was amazing, overall everything was excellent. My friends and and I had an awesome stay.

10/10 Excellent

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, good hospitality
Breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was safe and the staff was very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean, great restaurants, nearby for business travels
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lamar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole trip was great and the surrounding area was equipped with everything you needed
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Great friendly staff
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025