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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | City view
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Luxe retreat in Panama City

Panoramic city views unfold from the 29th floor of this financial district luxury hotel. An outdoor pool with loungers and umbrellas offers refreshing respite from Panama's tropical climate. Three restaurants serve international cuisine, complemented by a renowned breakfast buffet.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
  • Place, Calle 50
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida Balboa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Espana
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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City view

Deluxe Premium Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(180 reviews)
  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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)
  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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City view

Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Premium King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(649 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Family King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family King Room

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

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Executive King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Living area | Flat-screen TV, iPod dock

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • City view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

  • City view
  • 2777 sq ft
  • 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
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe King with Views | City view

Deluxe King with Views

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

Central Panama City getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Bella Vista hotel, you'll find Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. Museum of Natural Science and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Calle 50 - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Avenida Balboa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Uruguay Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Via Espana - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinta Costera - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 11 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 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
  • ‪STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5-star luxury hotel near Crown Casino
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Hotel Riu Plaza Panama. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 634 guestrooms or units
  • 34 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers 634 accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (PAB 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

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
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Raised toilet seat (16 inches high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: PAB 12 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: PAB 12 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorize 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama to the airport?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is 5.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on May 26, 2026 start from $133, 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.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.

How close is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama to the beach?

This hotel is 9.2 mi (29-min drive) from Farfan Beach and 12.5 mi (21-min drive) from Veracruz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bingo 90 (10-min walk) and Crown Casino (11-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for PAB 12 per night, and valet parking for PAB 12 per night.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a pool?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine and brunch.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama to downtown Panama City?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is 0.3 mi away from Panama City.

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3630 out of 5370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1106 out of 5370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 333 out of 5370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 129 out of 5370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 172 out of 5370 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ever

Traveled with partner
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great trip and the location is perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Ana I

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel’s location was perfect and very convenient. The pool was a nice size and enjoyable. However, the seating area near the pool felt quite small considering the hotel’s capacity. The breakfast buffet was amazing with a great variety of options, and the room service was excellent. On the downside, the lobby area on the floor where I stayed had a mild but noticeable odor, similar to damp or unclean carpet. The smell lingered in the air and was unpleasant. It seems the central air system may need a thorough cleaning, as this could be contributing to the issue. Overall, I would rate this hotel between a 3 and 4. With some improvements to ventilation and common area maintenance, it could easily be a solid 4-star stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

arturo, HIALEAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel , excellent customer services , staff and location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Russell R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Staff was pleasant. Breakfast is over the top
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

arturo, HIALEAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Nice staff, Breakfast was great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leonela

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Regina, Bolingbrook

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly staff, in a great location, breakfast was an added bonus...I will be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laquinta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean, staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent, best hotel i ve ever stayed in 40 yrs
buffet is outstanding !
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristi and Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the RIU. Our room was spacious, clean and quiet. Our check in with Luis was great and very fast! We had great service at the main restaurant from Melissa and then again at breakfast. Mellisa was a wonderful server and she spoke very good English which is helpful to me as I am still learning Spanish. The buffet breakfast is amazing. We also enjoyed a nice afternoon at the pool. We did had a bad experience on Saturday at the main bar. We came to bar and sat down and waited. We were never acknowledged and the tall female bartender never made eye contact with us and never spoke to us. Then a new male bartender came and he did the same and ignored us. He then waited on a couple that had come to the bar after us. The bar was not busy. There were 3 couples there counting us. Maybe it was because my wife is Latina and I am Americano? Not sure what their issue was. Service can be slow in Panamá but this was different. We just left and went to the main restaurant where we ordered a nice model of wine an appetizers and this is where we experienced great, friendly service from Melissa. All in all a great hotel and we will return and we would recommend the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wajdi, Simi Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at RIU Plaza Panamá was nothing short of excellent. From the moment I arrived, the service was top-tier—professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The staff went above and beyond to ensure every detail was handled with care, and their friendliness truly made the experience feel warm and personal. The hotel amenities are impressive and well-maintained, offering everything you need for both comfort and convenience. The rooms were spotless, modern, and incredibly comfortable—cleanliness was clearly a priority throughout the entire property. The restaurants deserve special praise. Each dining space was beautiful, immaculate, and thoughtfully designed, with a great variety of delicious options. The presentation, atmosphere, and cleanliness were outstanding, making every meal feel like a treat. Overall, RIU Plaza Panamá delivers an exceptional hotel experience with excellent service, friendly staff, beautiful amenities, and pristine surroundings. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Panama City.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel and rooms were clean but ventilation was poor. Smelled musty all over the hotel, especially in the rooms. Pleasantly surprised by the variety of food at the breakfast buffet but a lot of the times the food was room temp or colder. The waiters at the poolside restaurant were very helpful and pleasant. They helped us prepare for our event with the decorations. The food served at the restaurant by the pool was always cold no matter what was ordered except the whole, fried fish, that was very good. The waiters were always smiling, even when we had to send the food back a few times because it was not prepared well or was cold. The drinks also needed to be sent back a few times. Thank you Katsia (hope I spelled her name right) and friends. Lastly, we left a day earlier than expected because of impending bad weather back home, but the hotel refused to reimburse us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ashkan

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Thelma, Port St. lucie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
I had to go out and buy my own bath towels because they have a limit of 2 bath cloth/face cloths per day per room. Which means if I get up in the morning, wash my face, got to the gym and come back to shower, I must use the same cloth ALL day long. On several days i could only get only 1 as they promised someone would bring another one and they never did. We stay 7 day and 6 night and will NEVER stay again. We usually stay at Sortis and JW Marriott but wanted to try something different. The shower wand did not work. We had an early morning flight and was up at 4 am. NO WATER AT ALL. NO SHOWER, NO WATER in sink. Had to use bottled water we had left from the day before. The ONLY good thing was the breakfast buffet and the nice people that worked there. Bartenders are not good at drinks. We wasted 7 days and 6 nights and a lot of money at Hotel Riu. Never ever again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pinchas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026