Pros (+) That resort is beach front and it's all inclusive
5 stars
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
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Overview
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca is an all-inclusive resort in the Playa Blanca area of Panama. It is a one-stop holiday destination with a full menu of activities, dining options, and accommodations. It is directly along the waterfront and can be a destination event location, too. It is close to such popular destinations as Farallón Island, the Panama Canal, the El Caño Archaeological Park, and Anton Valley. It is around 100 miles from the Panama City Airport and five miles from Scarlett Martinez International Airport.
Because it is all-inclusive, the amenities are comprehensive and include all meals and snacks; available from the various dining halls and themed restaurants. The main restaurant has a formal dress code in the evneings. There are fitness facilities, water sports, and an introductory scuba lesson is available for each guest. There is a disco and bar, evening entertainment, two pools and a children’s pool, towel services, a business center, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour front desk support.
The 573 guest rooms range from doubles to family suites, and yet all feature similar amenities. These include private baths with double basins, direct dial phones, climate controls, minibars, satellite TV, in-room safes, balconies or terraces, and garden or sea views. They are all furnished with quality linens and bedding, too.
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca is a single destination option for a holiday in Panama, and comes with a long list of entertainment, service, and dining options.
Amenities at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
- Snorkeling
- Outdoor pool
- Beachfront
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Golf
- Scuba diving
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Evening entertainment
- Beauty salon
- Table tennis
- Pool table
- Water sport facilities (on site)
- Night club
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Smoke alarms
- Adapter
- Air-conditioned
Services and conveniences
- Conference rooms
- Business centre
- Car rental
- Safety deposit box
- Entertainment staff
- Currency exchange on-site
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- 24hr front desk
Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Public bath
- Private bathroom
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Beach towels
- Grill
- Balcony
- Garden
Dining
- Minibar
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Vending machine (drinks)
Family friendly
- Child pool
- Kids' club
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Complimentary breakfast
- Playground
Pool and spa
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Pool bar
- Outdoor pool
Accessibility and suitability
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Disabled Access
- Elevator
- Designated smoking area
General
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Sea view
- Sofa
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- TV
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
- Private parking
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Iron and ironing board
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Fitness
- Aerobics
- Fitness centre
Bedroom
- Sofa bed
Reviews of Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
8.3
Very good
1635 verified ratings
Wonderful
796
Very good
321
Good
175
Okay
103
Fair
81
Mediocre
49
Poor
110
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests have expressed significant dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and service at the hotel, citing dirty rooms and rude staff. The food quality has also been a common complaint, with many finding it unsatisfactory. However, some guests appreciated the location and the amenities offered, such as the beach front and various dining options, which provided a pleasant experience for some.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) Other than the below two items there was really noting to complain about!
Cons (-) Because all of the room's interior (as well as the exterior) is white, all of the not so cleaned spots are easily visible- especially in the bathrooms.... So more attention should be paid to these areas of a room. Pool with Pool Bar - well, water is pretty dirty a after the day and not really inviting. Filtration should be way longer and at a much higher rate. Advise from pool owner to pool owner ...
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Pros (+) Nothing
Cons (-) Staff very rude, food was really bad. Everything was crowed the bar was full of very cheap liquor. Restaurants were alway close and to get reservation was impossible. Wine was undrinkible
Location
Finca 43.668, Río Hato
What's nearby
- Playa Santa Clara3.1 km
- Playa Blanca3.2 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
Low season | February |
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High season | March |
Average price (weeknight) | C$ 280 |
Average price (weekend night) | C$ 271 |
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Value for money | 8.3 |
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Distance to downtown | 4.3 km |
Nearest Airport | Río Hato Scarlett Martinez Intl |
Distance to airport | 1.5 km |
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