Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

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. In addition to shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is ₩209,130
₩230,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 15 of 15 rooms

Deluxe Premium Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(185 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Premium King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(661 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Family King Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Suite with View

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe with View

  • 258 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Double Room Superior with View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

  • City view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

  • City view
  • 258 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King with Views

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, 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 game 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

  • Calle 50
    Calle 50
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Panama City night skyline
    Avenida Balboa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Uruguay Street
    Uruguay Street
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cinta Costera
    Cinta Costera
    11 min walk - 1.0 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
  • 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

Luxury hotel near Crown Casino
Located close to Fiesta Casino and Museum of Natural Science, 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 sun loungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), a ballroom, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Tour/ticket assistance, secured bicycle storage, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, breakfast, and overall value
Room features
All 634 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the Ecostars and Travelife, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Similar properties

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Arts
  • Prisma
  • Studio 50 Lobby Bar
  • Tastes

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 34 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 May 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on Jun 29, 2026 start from ₩209,130, 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?

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?

Check-out 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 is 14 minutes.

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

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

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

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. 3744 out of 5514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1120 out of 5514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 338 out of 5514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 5514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 177 out of 5514 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and location were amazing. I truly enjoy the daily breakfast buffet.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdool Zahid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, everything easily accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emy Basilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast excellent
Stayed 12 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Accessible to everywhere clean rooms and excellent breakfast, great customer service
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast great gym perfect location comfortable beds quick elevators all is well!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alva chester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with very helpful staff 5 stars!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and food. Everything was accessible and the staff was great
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayrene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful, the hotel is beautiful. The breakfast is wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petronella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice clean spacious rooms with great breakfast!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Terrific breakfast buffet. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 6th time staying, and Always a pleasure - rooms can use some upgrades, but the staff and breakfast is unbeatable
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend 100%, breakfast was the most amazing ever!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dexter Vandell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and pool side restaurant were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property that is centrally located with excellent facilities and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AVADENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close proximity to the malls and food
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast, good neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riu would always be somewhere I would want to go back to. This is my second time there and it was wonderful. Location is the best . Close to a lot of food joints , restaurants, malls etc. The hotel is well kept and the rooms were a 10/10 as well as amenities and staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shavandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff made the stay exceptional. Service was top tier from we arrived until we departed. From housekeeping up. They were excellent. Breakfast had wide range of options
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Avila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff very polite and friendly,,food was very good, I recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, breakfast is excellent. The breakfast is varied and very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast, pool, and bar were all amazing! Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
best breakfast in Panama
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NIKITA KESHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel , staff was accommodating and the amenities were good. Awesome location close to everything you’ll need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026