This captivating hotel is located near large shopping centers, entertainment hotspots and the vibrant nightlife of the city. Also nearby are many of the country’s cultural and geographical attractions. The Panama Canal, considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world, put Panama on the map and gave this country strategic and logistical stature in the world. The country also enjoys a privileged position for air travel communications between North and South America. Its airport, Tocumen (PTY), has become the most important air travel hub in the region. 
Stay in one of the newest and most luxurious hotels in Panama City, a project as cosmopolitan as the city itself. Riu Plaza Panama Hotel offers a great selection of exceptional services, designed both for business travelers as well as leisure travelers, all with the uniform excellence that characterizes RIU hotels

Location

Panama City
Panama City, Panama - Tocumen International Airport (PTY) : 15 miles

Property Information

Year Built: 2010
Floors: 35
Total rooms: 644

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Hotel Advisories

Advisory *Important Information* Panama imposes various restrictions each year for Easter. They usually begin the Thursday prior to Good Friday and run a few days past Easter Sunday. The following regulations may be enforced: -Alcohol is restricted Thursday, midnight at 12:00 am to Saturday midnight at 12:00 am. -Music is banned in Discos and public places. ,(AI resorts get a permit enabling them to serve alcohol and play music within the resort)
Advisory Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.

General Policies & Fine Print

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:

Check-in Policy:
Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

Convention Policy:
Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

Hotel Spring Break Policies: Student Groups / Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year.

General Information:

Room taxes are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
Pet Policy Pets Not Allowed
Early Departure Policy:
  • Early Departure Penalty: 1 Night Applies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
  • Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights Applies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec24 - 30Apr25
  • Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights Applies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 4192 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Riu Plaza was amazing

    Riu Plaza was amazing! The staff was so accommodating. The food was delicious. The aesthetic of the lobby area was beautiful. I enjoyed my time there and would visit again.

    Nov 19, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 2.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Five star? Really?

    We thought we were getting a great deal on a five star hotel but in reality, the Riu Plaza neither looks or feels in any way luxurious. Let’s start with the lobby; it feels more like a Russian bus station than a hotel. This hotel is immense with 600 rooms over 34 floors, the decor is super kitsch and not in a good way. There was a horrible drain smell in our room, a cracked and damaged mirror and mould on the grouting in the bathroom. The furniture was chipped, there were stains on the carpet and the place just looked nasty. There was no hair conditioner or body lotion in the room so we had to go trekking to a drugstore to buy these. There was no kettle or teabags, just a filter coffee machine and barely enough coffee to make one cup. Housekeeping brought us 2 x 500ml bottles of water every day except the last day when they forgot. There were no robes in the room. The only decent thing was the buffet breakfast but on Saturday morning it was so crowded that there were queues for the breakfast bar and you had to squeeze through the crowds to get to your table. Our cards kept failing to work in the lift, there was blaring horrible music when we came in on Saturday night. We would not recommend this place. If you want five star, cough up a bit extra and stay in one of the nicer places in Casco Viejo.

    Nov 18, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    First visit

    In the heart of the financial district, this hotel offers convenient walking distances. The breakfast buffet is outstanding with so many choices that everyone should find plenty to eat. The view from the higher floors is spectacular. This location is highly recommended!

    Nov 18, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Brilliant hotel and excellent service. Would stay again and would recommend to others.

    Brilliant hotel and excellent service. Would stay again and would recommend to others. The room was great and the breakfast was a wide variety buffet for all tastes!

    Nov 14, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Service is excellent

    The service of the hotel was excellent. The staff was very attentive and communicated good. One of the employees of the tour company on the premises of the hotel was rude and without interest when we went to book a tour. We still booked a tour but will never make use of them again. The tour guide wa excellent. But one of the ladies at the desk is very rude.

    Nov 12, 2024