Tropical paradise awaits with multiple pools and playgrounds where attentive staff handle the details while guests savor local cuisine and nightly entertainment
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Travelers find both family fun and relaxation at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center - All Inclusive. Guests can sip cocktails by the pool, sample diverse flavors at four different restaurants, or dance the night away at the on-site nightclub.
Located in Rio Hato, Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center is on a private beach. Coronado Mall and Sunday Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa Blanca and Santa Clara Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider APROVACA The Orchid Center and Serpentarium. Visit our Rio Hato travel guide
Carretera Interamericana km 108, Rio Hato
What's nearby
Playa Blanca
24 min drive - 17.4 km
Farallón Beach
26 min drive - 12.8 km
Santa Clara Beach
15 min drive - 7.5 km
Parroquia Santiago Apóstol de Río Hato
18 min drive - 16.0 km
La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa
22 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
126 min drive
Restaurants
Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
16 min drive
Restaurante Atlantis - Royal Decameron
16 min drive
Restaurante Pacifico - Royal Decameron
17 min drive
Café Med
17 min drive
Cafe Mediterraneo-Decameron
17 min drive
About this property
Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center
All-inclusive family-friendly hotel
At Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center, you can look forward to a nightclub, a poolside bar and shopping on-site. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and local and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
A billiards/pool table, coffee/tea in reception and concierge services
A front desk safe, wedding services and a reception hall
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 306 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
Memory foam beds and down duvets
Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and hairdryers
43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks
All-inclusive details
This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
Activities and facilities/equipment
All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.
Water activities
Kayaking
Land activities
Children's club
Entertainment
On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Bioscore Sustainability – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (102 centimetre wide door)
Sign language-capable staff
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchairs on site
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Ballroom
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
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Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15
Check-out
Check-out before noon
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
We should mention
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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
Bijao Beach Resort All Inclusive
Bijao Resort by Evenia All Inclusive
Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center Hotel
Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center Rio Hato
Gran Evenia Bijao Convention Center All Inclusive
Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center Hotel Rio Hato
Frequently asked questions
Does Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center?
As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center on 17 Mar 2026 start from AU$226, 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 Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center?
Checkout is at noon.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included, and activities include kayaking.
Where is Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center located?
Nestled on the beach, this Rio Hato hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Santa Clara Beach, Farallón Beach and La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa. Playa Blanca and Playa El Palmar are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Reviews
Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Very easy check in and out, Amazing staff great location and delicious food. The beds were comfortable. My kids really enjoyed the water slides and beach it was definitely worth the drive from the airport. My family and I really enjoyed the wildlife. We will definitely be back for a longer stay.
The hotel was great, so clean and polite staff. Beautifully landscaping over looking the ocean. The weather was great the whole trip really enjoyed my staf. The two cons, the food was mediocre and distance to cities was long
I loved the view!!! The pool was awesome...the bar near, great. The room very spacious.
Did not like the darkness at dinner time and the birds at the eating area.
Overall it was nice to spent two days there. Thank you!
The resort was awesome. Loved that the beach was next to it and the food tasted very good. The rooms were clean and spacious. They gave me an extra cot for my child since we are a family of 5. I was very pleased with the service that was offered along with the amenities.
I stayed at the resort last week and overall everything was fine — the place is clean, the service was good, and the food was nice. However, I found one rule quite ridiculous. I was asked to go all the way back upstairs to my room because I was wearing my beach cover-up (those light, transparent clothes you wear over a swimsuit) in the restaurant.
I completely understand not allowing people to come in dripping wet or wearing only a bikini, but not being allowed to wear beach clothes at a poolside restaurant makes no sense. It felt unnecessary and inconvenient, especially since the restaurant is basically next to the pool.
This resort was quite good. It was not crowded and it was compact. I definitely will visit again. Only wish the swimming pools had more shadow areas since the sun in Panama is very strong. Food was tasty and the menu rotated everyday. The nightly shows were kind of cheesy (except by the young singer from Ecuador who had a pretty voice).
Wonderful vacation for families with kids at all a
We had so much fun in this hotel!
We loved the water park, the pools and the beautiful beach! The water sport gear that was included in the services of the hotel was a great joy, and the food was fresh and delicious!
Shirly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Clarissa E
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room is renovated and very nice but the balcony door didnt close completely so you could listen to music and conversations from the pool and downstairs.
It is a smaller resort so every part of the resort is accessible by foot. Very family oriented. They had activities for kids and adults at different times throughout the day. The buffet had enough variety to provide something for everyone and not too much that food was just sitting there.
Meh- so so. The buffet was adequate, service was good, Asian hibachi disgusting.
Had a lovely view, grounds well-maintained.
Enjoyed the water slides… nice touch.
Glad the louder activities ended by 10 pm so we could get to sleep
My family has visited a lot of all inclusive resorts and this is one of our favorites! The food is delicious (we prefer the buffet and didn’t try the restaurants). The pools are lovely and the water slides are so so fun. I have a 12 and 14 year old who were so happy and entertained. The ocean is perfect for swimming and playing in (small) waves. Their beach is very clean with soft sand and the pool games were a blast. Our room was very clean, classy and a fantastic ocean view. I wish there was coffee in the rooms or available earlier, but that rang true for every place we stayed in Panama. The resort has lifeguards on duty at the pools and at the beach who are very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend and we will definitely return
The pool tables are in really bad shape, on their current status you're better off playing on the ground. The staff was amazing, very kind, they made the stay wonderful. The menus on breakfast and lunch had really few options, dinner was AWESOME, we had a ton of options but breakfast and lunch not really. On this app I booked a king sinzed bed on one room and they gave me 2 beds, when I called the front desk they said they don't have king size beds on the hotel anymore, they only have 2 beds in each room. Who does that??? If I want to sleep in the same bed with my partner I should be able to!! Also on the poolside the kids games are being narrated like a football game. I want music, I don't really care who wins the kid's contest, they can play but why the need to narrate it tho. I give it a 3.5/5 honestly. There's a lot of room for improvement.
Ricardo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
4/10 Poor
Erin
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
First the good - the property is beautiful and well maintained.
Except for the stench of sewer, which was consistent and property wide.
Unfortunately, the entertainment area is centrally located near the hotel rooms. From early in the morning until 11pm, people will be yelling on a microphone in Spanish. It was a lot of noise and hype, not “entertainment”. There was no where peaceful or quiet to relax and escape the noise of constant microphone hype. The music was not diverse, just Latin.
The fruit was nice. I thought the food was decent, although limited in selection, but my husband did not like it at all. We ended up renting a car and eating out several times. The water is not safe to drink.
The staff was adequate but not friendly. I speak a little Spanish, which was necessary, as the staff speaks very little English. The rooms lack basics such as wash rags and ironing boards.
We ended up leaving 2 days early as we couldn’t handle the noise, smell, and food for the full week we booked.
Erin
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Melissa
1 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Facilities were very clean, staff very friendly, beds were comfortable, nice hot showers.