{Hotel Review} Hotel Riu Plaza Panama in Panama City Friday 29 April, 2016
I am back from my first international solo trip from Panama City,Panama (not Florida) and I have to tell you about Hotel RIU Plaza Panama. If I could stay at any hotel internationally by myself, this was definitely the perfect one to make me feel comfortable and at peace being nervous flying overseas alone. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is in the heart of the action of Panama City and it’s definitely a jazzy 5 star hotel to stay in!
The first thing I noticed when I walked into the hotel to check-in was the elaborate lobby. So swanky and posh. The lighting, the cool lounge areas and just ambiance made me feel extremely welcomed. I knew this was going to be a wonderful home away from home. I can share with you all check-in/out was a breeze, great customer service by all of the reps and don’t worry they all speak fluent English. Panama is a predominately Spanish speaking country so this made me feel good knowing I didn’t have to struggle with communication with the hotel staff upon arrival and departure.
The lobby had this beautiful fountain decor with floating orbs (glowed at nightime).
Hotel Mini Convenient Store and Eatery Seating
The Hotel had a convenient Cafe Snack store area which was filled with quick food to eat between meals such as sandwiches, salads, all types of drinks, snacks, ice cream and even coffee/cappuccino options. They are in American dollars as well so no need to convert your money here (or in this country USD are highly accepted).
Now the best part of hotels are the rooms right? Need to feel comfy with your home away from home and I really did as I was greeted to this vibrant purple decorated room! Purple accents were everywhere! I have never been in such a colorful but chic room. Ironically when I landed into my purple room…I heard Prince passed…eerily coincidentally but hey I kept saying I stayed in the Purple Reign Suite. The room was big enough to be a suite and I believe all of the rooms are spacious like this with a mini love sofa area for extra room and comfort.
I slept well in my Purple Reign Suite
Another View of my room – look at all of the room
Working area
Love Sofa Area
So another great part about this room is the views! The city is so beautiful and as I opened the window I got a glimpse of my first major view of the Panama City.
A view of Panama City from my window
Look at this view! It’s amazing how they built up Panama City and made it into a true city! All of the high rises of hotels and lofts nearby…it was amazing! If you looked further down you could see the street and I promise it looks just as busy as NYC. This is a real city so don’t think Panama City isn’t a real city. It truly is with a lot of action and things going on…I didn’t know but now I do! I will tell more in a detail review of my trip around the city in another post.
The bathroom was super posh too. Purple walls to continue the purple theme as it has wooden sliding doors to open the door to get inside. Very high class and modern.
The bathroom duals as a bathtub and standup shower with a rainshower head. I love rainshower heads! They are so serene to bath from above, but due to my hairstyle I couldn’t utilize it. I took nice bubble baths instead every night which was just as peaceful!
The pool area was beautiful! I felt like I was on a resort, it wasn’t too crowded and one of my favorite parts of this hotel. There are cabanas to use as well which gave me the resort feel and even outside dining. I didn’t get a chance to experience this but when I return I know I will.
“Renova Spa” with steam bath, massages, hairdresser and health and beauty treatments
Free WiFi throughout hotel
Parking (additional charge)
Gift shop
I love this hotel. I would recommend if you ever want to visit Panama City,Panama (which you should) stay here at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama in the heart of the city and really enjoy yourself. It was comfortable and would definitely be returning – their pool is calling my name again!
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That’s such a beautiful and modern looking hotel, I love hotels with decor such as this one. It makes it look more clean looking. Thanks for sharing your experience with Hotel Riu. Their rooms are amazing and the view from there is simply breathtaking!
I love the hotel room in all its purple glory! Nice! I have never been to Panama before, but I will keep this in mind, this Hotel RIU, when I get the chance to visit!
That is such a beautiful hotel! I would love to stay there someday. I’ll make sure to check it out if I’m ever in the area. I just love all these photos! I wish I could go there now just to stay in this hotel.
Wow! What a grand looking hotel! I would absolutely love to stay here if I were to visit Panama and I love how your room has a perfect view of the city.
Oh wow…you can really tell the difference that this 5 star hotel has that others don’t. The rooms look really nice, and the architecture of the hotel’s interior is appealing as well.
Gotta say the hotel and room looks awesome. I know the Riu collection of hotels are quite nice. I will definitely keep this in mind if and when we get to Panama, a destination that is definitely on our radar 🙂 .
I’ve never been to Panama City, but I watched a show about Panama on HGTV and I would love to visit. Your hotel room was so chic and beautiful with the purple accents. Sounds like a wonderful trip.
Panama City looks like a fantastic place to visit, the hotel appears to have provided you much comfort and relaxation as well. Really enjoyed seeing all of your photos!
Oh my God, that purple suite us incredible! I love it! It sure beats the uniform magnolia most hotels seem to favour. I like the sound of that shower too. So relaxing! I wanna go!!!!
The interior design of this hotel is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. So vibrant and classy. And to have that room in such a cool place like Panama city is even better
Awesome looking hotel. I was in Panama during December. I originally wanted to stay at the RIU; however we ended up staying at an airbnb, Trump Hotel and the Royal Sonesta.
That hotel is GAWGEOUS!!! I stayed at the RIU in jamaica and I had said never again, but this might make me rethink it, maybe that was just a bad one. You got some beautiful pics too!!
I’ve never been to Panama City. I’ve seen a few deals. I should have taken advantage after reading your post. The hotel looks nice. I love the room, and decor, especially the flower above the bed
I LOVE the look of this hotel!! I’ve heard of RIU hotels and was planning on staying at one in Jamaica. If I ever visit Panama city, this one is on the top of my list!
Oh this is all kinds of classy. I love details and the lobby has all of the details. I like to feel fancy soon as I walk into an establishment. lol It sets my experience.
Purple isn’t a popular color for hotel rooms but I like it a lot. I would have spent my entire time at this pool. lol
I stayed at an all-inclusive RIU in Jamaica once which was fabulous. They’re a great brand and I’m glad to see that you enjoyed your stay there in my former home city.
Beautiful! I love the purple room! I’ve never been to Panama, mainly bc I prefer the Caribbean Sea/Atlantic Ocean to the dreadfully, cold Pacific. Did you make it to any beaches? I usually do all-inclusive at resorts like these to maximize… well, everything!
You are so lucky, to get to go to Panama City. It is one of the places that I really want to go to someday. The hotel looks amazing! Maybe they will let me stay there too!
Such a lovely hotel. Bet you really had a sweet and enjoyable stay there. Sometimes checking in in hotels is educational and beneficial. Yet get to check on the mattresses and furnishing and when you get home, you tend to improve yours.
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That’s such a beautiful and modern looking hotel, I love hotels with decor such as this one. It makes it look more clean looking. Thanks for sharing your experience with Hotel Riu. Their rooms are amazing and the view from there is simply breathtaking!
I love all the pictures in the room. The pink color in the bathroom is awesome.
I’ve heard great things about Panama City. My sister and family visited there last year. That hotel looks great…I love the violet-coloured decor.
Wow! That is like one of the best put together hotel rooms I’ve ever seen. I’ve never seen a duel sink in a hotel room either. Very comfy!
I love the hotel room in all its purple glory! Nice! I have never been to Panama before, but I will keep this in mind, this Hotel RIU, when I get the chance to visit!
This is a beautiful place to stay. I love your room and the city view.
Their guest rooms are gorgeous! I love the bright and bold colors. It looks very clean and fresh.
This hotel looks amazing. The view is awesome too. I would love to stay here.
I’ve never been but looks like a beautiful city. The hotel does look very nice and welcoming!
I’m loving the beautiful pops of color in the guest rooms. What a lovely place.
Great review. I would love to stay at that hotel. Looks like a great one.
Wow! That’s gorgeous. The pictures make me want to visit!
That is such a beautiful hotel! I would love to stay there someday. I’ll make sure to check it out if I’m ever in the area. I just love all these photos! I wish I could go there now just to stay in this hotel.
Holy cow that hotel is gorgeous. I love all the purple it looks amazing. We stayed at a few hotels on vacation and they were nothing like this.
I love the hotel’s interior design 🙂
Never have been but I have always wanted to. It looks really stunning.
How wonderful to get an inside look. I love being able to bookmark future trip hotels when I find them on the blogs!
I want to go there! That hotel is so beautiful decorated, and that pool… Dreamy!
MAN!!! This place looks nice. I have always wanted to visit Panama City, and this has made me decide I will visit this year.
Beautiful place to stay! I love the colors they use in the rooms and that lobby is gorg!
Wow! What a grand looking hotel! I would absolutely love to stay here if I were to visit Panama and I love how your room has a perfect view of the city.
Oh wow…you can really tell the difference that this 5 star hotel has that others don’t. The rooms look really nice, and the architecture of the hotel’s interior is appealing as well.
That room looks so awesome and cozy. I love that Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is right in the heart of Panama City! That’s definitely a plus in my book.
Gotta say the hotel and room looks awesome. I know the Riu collection of hotels are quite nice. I will definitely keep this in mind if and when we get to Panama, a destination that is definitely on our radar 🙂 .
My husband lived in Panama for 3 years when he was in the military and loved it. This sounds like a nice place to stay down there.
I’ve never been to Panama City, but I watched a show about Panama on HGTV and I would love to visit. Your hotel room was so chic and beautiful with the purple accents. Sounds like a wonderful trip.
I have never been to Panama City but I’ve always wanted to go. That’s a fancy looking hotel and that view is stunning.
Looks like such a gorgeous place to stay. I have never been to Panama, but if I were to go this looks like the place to stay!
This looks like a fabulous hotel. I would love to visit this place. The views from the hotel room are so beautiful.
Gorgeous hotel and view! I am especially loving the purple!
This looks like a really cool place to visit. I have never been, but the hotel appeals to me because I am so ready for a little vacation right now.
Panama City looks like a fantastic place to visit, the hotel appears to have provided you much comfort and relaxation as well. Really enjoyed seeing all of your photos!
Oh my God, that purple suite us incredible! I love it! It sure beats the uniform magnolia most hotels seem to favour. I like the sound of that shower too. So relaxing! I wanna go!!!!
The lobby of that hotel alone would get me out there! So chic!
Looks lovely! I’ve never been to Panama City but I bet that Purple Reign suite is real popular right about now.
I love your room! This sounds like such a nice place to stay. I could seriously relax there.
The interior design of this hotel is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. So vibrant and classy. And to have that room in such a cool place like Panama city is even better
Awesome looking hotel. I was in Panama during December. I originally wanted to stay at the RIU; however we ended up staying at an airbnb, Trump Hotel and the Royal Sonesta.
what a beautiful hotel and pictures. i would love to go!
I have never been to Panama City, but I would love to visit one day. The Riu Plaza looks like a lovely place to stay!
That hotel is GAWGEOUS!!! I stayed at the RIU in jamaica and I had said never again, but this might make me rethink it, maybe that was just a bad one. You got some beautiful pics too!!
Everything looks beautiful and neat, im sure you must have felt so pampered staying there. Id love visiting panama city!
Beautiful decoration! It is so stylish and fancy!
I’ve never been to Panama City. I’ve seen a few deals. I should have taken advantage after reading your post. The hotel looks nice. I love the room, and decor, especially the flower above the bed
That hotel looks beautiful. Never thought of Panama as a vacation destination but now I do. Can’t wait to hear more. Did you see the Panama Canal?
I have still never been to Panama but HAVE to get there soon. These photos are stunning, I would love to stay at this hotel.
I LOVE the look of this hotel!! I’ve heard of RIU hotels and was planning on staying at one in Jamaica. If I ever visit Panama city, this one is on the top of my list!
Oh this is all kinds of classy. I love details and the lobby has all of the details. I like to feel fancy soon as I walk into an establishment. lol It sets my experience.
Purple isn’t a popular color for hotel rooms but I like it a lot. I would have spent my entire time at this pool. lol
I stayed at an all-inclusive RIU in Jamaica once which was fabulous. They’re a great brand and I’m glad to see that you enjoyed your stay there in my former home city.
I have never been to Panama City but it looks gorgeous! I love how modern the hotel is. It has a lot of amenities I like especially the gym access!
That hotel is absolutely beautiful!!! Makes the stay all the more awesome!
Beautiful! I love the purple room! I’ve never been to Panama, mainly bc I prefer the Caribbean Sea/Atlantic Ocean to the dreadfully, cold Pacific. Did you make it to any beaches? I usually do all-inclusive at resorts like these to maximize… well, everything!
WOW! Those rooms look amazing. Everything! I need to put this on my list…
You are so lucky, to get to go to Panama City. It is one of the places that I really want to go to someday. The hotel looks amazing! Maybe they will let me stay there too!
Very nice hotel. I’ve never been to Panama but one of my best friends moved to Panama 5 years ago
Wow! That hotel looks FABULOUS!
I love all the color in the room! How awesome is that?!
Such a lovely hotel. Bet you really had a sweet and enjoyable stay there. Sometimes checking in in hotels is educational and beneficial. Yet get to check on the mattresses and furnishing and when you get home, you tend to improve yours.
This hotel is so elegant and beautiful. I’ve never been in this kind of hotel.
I hope all hotels looks like this!
I haven’t been there but I will go there someday. I will definitely consider staying at this hotel.
The place looks stylish and best place for a staycation. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🙂