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.
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
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
What's nearby
Calle 50
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Avenida Balboa
8 min walk - 0.7 km
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
Crown Level Lounge
1 min walk
STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge
1 min walk
Ibiza Pool Snack Bar
5 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), a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a ballroom
Secured bicycle storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
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
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.
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.
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)
Property is also known as
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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 2026/3/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 2026/3/30 start from NT$4,661, 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.
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.
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Reviews
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Great staff, great breakfast, great pool, great rooms and bed and central to everything and great restaurants and coffee bar on site. Excellent restaurants nearby, and cheap Uber into Casco viejo
Room was spotless staff was courteous breakfast buffet was spectacular for a first time at RIU plaza I was very impressed will definitely be booking again and will be recommending to friends and family
The Riu hotel in Panama City is wonderful ! The buffet breakfast is plentiful. The rooms are spacious and the location is very convenient. They have a beautiful pool and a lovely restaurant adjacent to it. I certainly don’t have any complaints !
Good location, excellent costumer services, comfortable and clean rooms, the buffet is outstanding. The hotel has other places with disposition for coffee, snacks, deserts and fast food 24hrs with a great variety of food and excellent service. There is nothing negative about this hotel, I highly recommend.
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.
Michelle
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
6/10 Okay
Jennifer
2026/1/31
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.
The hotel is centrally located n Panama City from where one can easily access to other part of the city by a short taxi ride, Our hotel room is always kept very clean, and it is very spacious and takes plenty of sunshine. Bathroom is a decent size with a .modern shover and double sinks it is always kept very clean and spotless with clean towels which are daily changed.
No reason to say 24 hours receptions, the receptionists are multi lingual and fluent in English also very friendly, helpful and professional.
Hotel provides excellent and very delicious breakfast with a great diversity of food including vegetarian and vegan choices, In addition, there are two restaurants: 1. Spanish Restaurant; 2, Ibiza Restaurant near the swimming pool. Both restaurants provides excellent and delicious meals with a reasonable price. We really like The Spanish Restaurant very much because the quality of the meals and food in this restaurant are very authentic and as good as Spanish food in Spain even better in some instances.
Swimming pool is great and I believe in an olympic size swimming pool. Weekends it becomes relatively crowded and also locals participate with larger number than that of other days.
I believe that Hotel Riu Plaza in Panama City is an excellent place to spent your vacation.
Hotel smelled great upon entry. The rooms are super comfortable, and the staff is extremely helpful and very friendly. Great breakfast, great pool, all around great experience. This is actually a really solid hotel for a vacation in Panama City.
The room was kept very clean everyday, the glass between the bedroom & bathroom needed to clean as it was covered with fingerprints. Overall beautiful property