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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Crown Casino

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Penthouse (In the heart of the City) | City view
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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, Crown Casino
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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City view

Deluxe Premium Twin

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

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City view

Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 840 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • 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
(578 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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
(56 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite with View

  • 1291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe with View

  • 2777 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior with View

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite Junior with Street View

  • 839 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room Standard

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Standard

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard with Street View

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • 1292 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2777 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe King with Views | City view

Deluxe King with Views

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 818 sq ft
  • 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

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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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. Avenida Central and Museum of Natural Science are also within 2 miles (3 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
  • Crown Casino - 10 min walk - 0.5 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ibiza Pool Snack Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crown Level Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Inmaculada - ‬2 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 iPod docking stations and minibars. 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, safes, 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.
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.

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 Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on Feb 18, 2026 start from $115.69, 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.

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 6.9 mi (12-min drive) from Veracruz Beach.

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. 3268 out of 4852 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1003 out of 4852 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 303 out of 4852 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 4852 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 161 out of 4852 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clemencia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 30_9
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kemos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay @ Riu Plaza Panama. I was greeted to an impressive, relaxing lounge by friendly & helpful staff. My check-in was in the evening & I was relieved that the hotel had multiple restaurants on site; providing me with various options to choose from. The food @ "Tastes Restaurant " was appetizing & delicious. There was also a 24-hour snack shop serving coffee, tea, sandwiches, pastries, etc; which was very convenient for those late night snacks. The all-inclusive breakfast buffet @ "Restaurant Arts" served an expansive array of tasty dishes. The room my family & I stayed in was appropriately furnished, clean & comfortable. However, an in-room microwave would have been an added bonus. Overall, I had a lovely experience & would stay @ the hotel again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

LAWRENCE

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy staying at the RIU, however my wife and a couple of other patrons were complaining about the damp odor smell we encountered in the halls and rooms this time. The breakfast and everything else was on point. It's time they replace the carpet throughout the hotel. The breakfast is really a much added bonus.Males don't smell as well as females. I am a RIU card member but I book it cheaper with you guys in Panama...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Elevators were slow, squeaky and small
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aziza

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Nice clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melba

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian, Guatemala

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
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

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price. Nice pool and the included breakfast was a plus. It was clean and staff was nice except for the service desk who appeared to be annoyed with me asking for wash cloths everyday since they failed at leaving any or not enough for me and my daughter. Other than that I had no complaints. You do need transportation as there is very limited things around hotel other than some restaurants that are walkable and a few stores.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malieska Ashela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, awesome customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

pamela

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

8/10 Good

Tanaysha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquille, Montego Bay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location, amazing breakfast, and friendly staff one of the best stays in Panama City!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sneha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

During our stay it was my husbands birthday n it was a surprise when we returned to the room there a piece of cake n a plate of fruits i was so happy. They did that without even me asking for anything. The stay was wonderful everything meets ur need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wicked Myself n wife always always enjoy our stay at the Riu plaza
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo, GREENWICH

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keesha, Bowie

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

10/10 Excellent

Stivhaly

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025