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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants, near Crown Casino

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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 ￥21,812
￥23,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9

Room options

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City view

Deluxe Premium Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(154 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • City view

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City view

Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Premium King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(579 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • City view

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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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite with View

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe with View

  • 258 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior with View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite Junior with Street View

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Standard

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard with Street View

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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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)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 258 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • City view

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Deluxe King with Views | City view

Deluxe King with Views

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • City view

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior with Street View

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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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
Panama, Panama City, Calle 50, Urb. Marbella

What's nearby

  • Old meets new
    Calle 50
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Panama City night skyline
    Avenida Balboa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The skyline at Panama City, Panama. There are some nice walkways along the waterfront.
    Cinta Costera
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Via Espana
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Crown Casino
    10 min walk - 0.9 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

  • 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

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), secured bicycle storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A ballroom, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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 rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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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 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
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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.
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)

Property is also known as

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

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 Jan 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on Feb 8, 2026 start from ￥21,812, 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. Avenida Central and Museum of Natural Science are also within 2 mi (3 km). Iglesia del Carmen Station is 11 minutes by foot and Vía Argentina is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3274 out of 4870 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1011 out of 4870 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 303 out of 4870 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 4870 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 163 out of 4870 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good fresh breakfast, easy check in & out, friendly & helpful service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shanice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Walkable area and close to restaurants, shopping and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, clean, friendly staff and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and very professional. The hotel is beautiful and we loved the breakfast buffet so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great buffet and pool, very lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were nice and the food was great..great staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

adeeb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient hotel with a big pool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

tyron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room clean great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast and very nice hotel and close to lots of restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, I’ll do it all over again. Very welcoming staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ishfaq Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping needs a little attention.staff were all amazing.will defenitely stay here again...great location..had an amazing time
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alberta Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at Hotel Riu Plaza. The hotel is centrally located, spotless, has great staff, and several wonderful restaurants/cafes. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ieesha

Location was great! The hotel was beautiful.. Make sure you download Uber in this country cheapest way to get around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

russel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very happy with our stay.. we landed early in the morning and was able to check in early with out issue! Breakfast was amazing!! Will definitely come back to the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

MEGAN

The pool restaurant food and staff were great. The buffet was just ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Starr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The room was clean and spacious and breakfast was great. We also spent time at the bar where the drinks and service was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, staff were friendly and very helpful. Room was cozy with an awesome view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was clean i enjoy breakfast and shortman served us hot coffee and chocolate each day he was kind and courteous
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything has been excellent. Clean and comfortable room and bed, spacious bathroom/shower and excellent hotel amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the pool bar and breakfast was great. The customer service was top tier and the people were so kind. I even booked an extra night there last minute because I love it to much. Riu keep up the good work!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great with a wide variety of options. Clean rooms and easy access restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025