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

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is HK$1,080
HK$1,188 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(204 reviews)
  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large abstract wall art.

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a city view, a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 840 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(734 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large artwork on the wall.

Deluxe

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a large decorative headboard, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room

  • 1291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room

  • 2777 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table.

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • City view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

  • City view
  • 2777 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large abstract wall art.

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A high-rise building complex with multiple floors, large windows, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe King with Views

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet
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About the area

Located near a boardwalk, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is in Bella Vista, a walkable area in Panama City with good shopping. Museum of Natural Science and Museum of History Panama are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Panama Viejo and Bridge of the Americas. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Maracana Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with ecotours. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location. Visit our Panama City travel guide
Map
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama

What's nearby

  • A harbor with several boats docked in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.
    Calle 50
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a river reflecting the lights.
    Avenida Balboa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront.
    Cinta Costera
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Multicentro Panama
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Via Espana
    8 min walk - 0.7 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

  • Crown Level Lounge
    1 min walk
  • Ibiza Pool Snack Bar
    5 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • La Inmaculada
    2 min walk
  • KFC
    1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

  • Luxury hotel near Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
  • Located close to Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino, 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), a banquet hall and concierge services
    • Coffee/tea in reception, a front desk safe and a lift
    • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
    • 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 eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecostars. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 valet and self 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
  • 34 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste 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
  • Renewable energy used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

American ExpressDiners ClubDiscoverMastercardVisa

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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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)

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 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 28 Sept 2026 start from HK$1,080, 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.

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. Museum of Natural Science and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama are also within 3 mi (5 km). Iglesia del Carmen Station is 11 minutes by foot and Vía Argentina Station is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4081 out of 5969 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1204 out of 5969 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 362 out of 5969 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 5969 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 183 out of 5969 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, breakfast was wonderful, location was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast and beautiful hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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It's a good place to stay and stores and eateries are in walking distance .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The pool area was lovely & the breakfast was 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel, great amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay breakfast was amazing will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was great. Room service staff were exceptional.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was great and the staff were friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Seamless check-in, clean facility, & AMAZING breakfast!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel staff were amazing, really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located Excellent restaurants food quality is superb Staff is friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay for a few day in Panama, close popular fast food restaurant, grocery, malls & airport.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very clean and staff very helpful and well mannered
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel, helpful staff, excellent breakfast. Ideal location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was good experience staying in Rio Hotel, staff was friendly and Good service.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean. The breakfast was awesome. The staff were very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast was amazing and the pool and area was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was excellent and the staff was great. All in all, the hotel is an A+
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The best breakfast in the morning. I will come back for that great breakfast
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed our stay. The staff and service were fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property itself is very nice. From we checked in we felt very welcomed. All staff was very friendly and courteous. Breakfast area and staff was spectacular. The Spa and staff was excellent. It’s a place we recommend highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great stay! I would definitely recommend. The daily free breakfast was the best!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The location is excellent, I liked the variety of amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026