Located near Farallón Beach, Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive offers an eco-friendly haven with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Indulge in the free breakfast buffet and enjoy American cuisine at one of the 4 on-site restaurants.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Free breakfast
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
4 restaurants and 5 bars/lounges
3 outdoor pools
Nightclub
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Children's pool
Waterslide
Pool bar
Swim-up bar
Children's club
Feel at home (6)
Children's pool
Children's club
Playground on-site
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Room options
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Triple Room (B2C-CA)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)
Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
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Double Room, Courtyard View (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
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Double Room, Ocean View (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (L)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Sleeps 8
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Double Room, Oceanfront (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
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Triple Room (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
38 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Sleeps 8
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
79 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (C)
Suite, Ocean View (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
79 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
79 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Double Room, Garden View (C)
Double Room, Garden View (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View (U)
Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View (U)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
35 sq m
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View (U)
Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View (U)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
35 sq m
Sleeps 8
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (L)
Double Room, Ocean View (L)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View (B2C-CA)
La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Farallón Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Farallon Island - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
Santa Clara Beach - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
Playa Blanca - 14 min drive - 9.2 km
Getting around
Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.) - 6 min drive
Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 136 min drive
Restaurants
mansa - 17 min drive
Balboa restaurant - 12 min drive
Restaurante Panama Canal - 13 min drive
Tai kai - 17 min drive
Limon Bar - 12 min drive
About this property
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive features a nightclub and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Farallón Beach. After a dip in one of 3 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at Balboa, one of 4 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include 5 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a children's pool. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
All-inclusive
This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Activities and facilities/equipment
All non-motorised water sports, land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.
Water activities
Kayaking
Snorkelling
Land activities
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Entertainment
On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
573 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Children's club
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
4 restaurants
5 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Swim-up bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's club
Children's pool
Water slide
Playground
Local/corner shop
What to do
On the beach
Fitness classes
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Shopping
Pool table
Whale watching nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference space (1690 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Free pool cabanas
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2014
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Adjacent to a golf course
3 outdoor pools
Nightclub
Water slide
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Free stocked minibar
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Balboa – This buffet restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Xian – This restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Il Palazzo – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Chiriqui – This poolside steakhouse serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Travelife – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
All Inclusive Playa Blanca
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, snorkelling and volleyball. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the all-inclusive property's other amenities, which include 5 bars and a nightclub. Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive also has a water slide and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants, featuring American cuisine and poolside dining.
Does Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive like?
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive is a short 6-minute drive from Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.) and 15 minutes' walk from Farallón Beach.
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Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
17 December 2024
Exelent friendly staff.
Leticia
Leticia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2025
Best resort! Definitely returning
Every facet of our stay was amazing! Super clean, beautifully maintained grounds, amazingly welcoming staff, excellent food choices. I’d recommend and would definitely return in a heartbeat.
Many people there were laid over due to travel/weather interruptions and the resort kept working hard to accommodate them. We had a door issue but they had staff show up at midnight to reprogram the door lock, very impressed with the response.
Perfect home away from home
Cherie
Cherie, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Beautiful resort
Herminio
Herminio, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Nice for family time
Nice hotel, nice food, nice shows, good weather.
Javier H
Javier H, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 October 2024
Good resort
Miroslaw
Miroslaw, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2024
We've stayed there several times. Ive never been disappointed. We brought family with us this time and they loved it. The food, the atmosphere, the amenities were all great.
Gail
Gail, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
The diversity and amenities are excellent. The dining is very nice also. A wide variety of foods are available along with great entertainment.
Glen
Glen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
The staff was amzing, friendly, helpful and very accommodating. Great place to celebrate a birthday or anniversary!
CeCe
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Enjoyed the food and entertainment,
Carmeta
Carmeta, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Everything is amazing over there but you need to add a shuttle bus from the airport to the resort
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2024
Very relaxing and enjoyable stay!!! Easy to navigate all your excursions
nyckole y
nyckole y, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Peaceful and beautiful
Ovidio
Ovidio, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 September 2024
The hotel was good
Antoinette
Antoinette, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Great All inclusive resort
Ivan
Ivan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
Always a fun place to enjoy with the family
Clemente
Clemente, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
Great vacation
Paul
Paul, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2024
I like the facilities and the courtesy from the staff
Fabio
Fabio, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2024
The place was awesome!
Donald
Donald, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 August 2024
Great place for vacations, nice location, great staff and aceptable food during the stay.
The place laks maintenance and the rooms are just ok, need renovations works.
Guillermo
Guillermo, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2024
A very nice family place. The kids enjoy themselves very well
Sherley
Sherley, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2024
It was a simple hotel but clean and just enough for the price
Chrystel
Chrystel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
The place is nice but it could improve the night entertainment.
Tania C
Tania C, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
Every thing was excelente
Angelica
Angelica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
It is an excellent resort at a very reasonable price. The food choices are amazing. Highly recommended!
sharilyn
sharilyn, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 June 2024
Me and my friends had a blast we will definitely be back