Rio Abajo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ancient ruins with stone walls and a tower, under a partly cloudy sky.

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Activities


Our pick of the best Rio Abajo Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is AU$188 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$188
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo Panama City Panama
The price is AU$290 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$290
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
The price is AU$195 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$195
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
KM 7, Road to Veracruz Veracruz Panama
The price is AU$386 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$386
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Veracruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,075 reviews)
"We enjoyed the location - it was quiet and beautiful and unique to see the ships parked near the Panama Canal. The resort itself needs some attention and love. The rooms are outdated, the shower had mold in it, the AC was very loud. You could hear everyone walking by and carts rolling by all night. ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
Megapolis Hotel Panamá

Megapolis Hotel Panamá

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Balboa Panama City
The price is AU$267 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$267
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Megapolis Hotel Panamá
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Via Espana 111 Panama City Panama
The price is AU$144 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$144
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Gracias por su hospitalidad y servicio"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Rio Abajo

Find the best Rio Abajo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Casco Viejo

Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.

Bella Vista

Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

El Cangrejo

The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.

San Francisco

San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

Calidonia

Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lotería Station or Santo Tomás Station to explore sights like Via Espana.



Rio Abajo Travel Guide

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