Hotel Promotions
Up to $490 in Resort Credits.
Guests will receive up to $490 in coupons per room towards the purchase of Spa Services, Scuba Diving, Rental Car, Shopping, Photography, Golf,  and Wedding Services.  Additional details will be provided upon check-in at the hotel.

Important Information: Guests will receive coupons at check-in.  The total of credits is per room for guests 21 and older.  Resort credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable, and cannot be used on future stays.  Resort credits can be used as a discount only for selected services.  Credits cannot be exchanged for cash.  Promotion is subject to availability and can change without notice.  Restrictions may apply.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Nov 2024 to 22 Dec 2025
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Up to $870 in Resort Credits.
Guests will receive up to $870 in coupons per room towards the purchase of Spa Services, Scuba Diving, Rental Car, Shopping, Photography, Golf,  and Wedding Services.  Additional details will be provided upon check-in at the hotel.

Important Information: Guests will receive coupons at check-in.  The total of credits is per room for guests 21 and older.  Resort credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable, and cannot be used on future stays.  Resort credits can be used as a discount only for selected services.  Credits cannot be exchanged for cash.  Promotion is subject to availability and can change without notice.  Restrictions may apply.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Nov 2024 to 22 Dec 2025
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Honeymoon Inclusions.

Guests celebrating their honeymoon with us will receive the following amenities:

• Surprise welcome gift in their room. 

• Small bottle of Rum.

• King bed (subject to availability at time of check-in)

• Late check-out (subject to availability at time of departure)

• Complimentary upgrade to next available room category (subject to availability and upon request) 

To receive this offer, just enter "Honeymoon" in the Special Service Request section during check-out or call our Customer Care Center and we will be happy to make the notation for you.

Important Information:  Proof of marriage must be provided at check-in. Marriage certificate must be with-in 90 Days.


Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 28 Jun 2022 to 23 Dec 2026;27 Jun 2024 to 23 Dec 2025
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2025 to 23 Dec 2026;24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
All Inclusive Amenities

The All-Inclusive program includes the following amenities:

All meals and snacks

Breakfast: •Full American breakfast buffet and live cooking stations •Continental breakfast / snacks

Lunch: •Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations •Pizzas, pasta, salads and assorted desserts

Dinner: Buffet with starters and some dishes prepared live •Buffet main course. Vegetarian options available. •Dessert buffet•Special evenings: themed buffets (3 times a week)

Optional dining:

•Asian restaurant

•Italian restaurant

•Steakhouse

Appropriate attire required for dinner.

Snacks 24 hours a day

Beverages:

•Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day

•Regularly restocked minibar and liquor dispenser

In-room safe

Sports and activities:

•Workout, aqua gym, beach volleyball court

•Gym

•Snorkeling equipment, kayaking, stand up paddle surf (SUP) and body board.

Entertainment:

•Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 at "RiuLand" (daily)

•Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)

•Live music, Riu evening programme or shows (daily)

Free entry to discotheque and drinks (open six nights a week)

All accommodation, taxes and tips included

All hotel guests are required to wear an "All Inclusive" wristband for identification purposes


Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 28 Jun 2022 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2022 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

Resort Details

You don’t have to go far for delicious food and drinks, these options have you covered.
OnSite Dining
  • Various lounges/bars

    - Lobby Bar
    - Lounge Bar
    - Sports Bar
    - La Plaza bar
    - Poolside bar

  • Various Restaurants

    Breakfast:
    Full American breakfast buffet and on-the-spot cooking stations are available for guests. Continental breakfast/snacks are also included. 

    Lunch:
    Enjoy a hot and cold buffet and on-the-spot cooking stations.
    Pizzas, pasta, salads and assorted desserts can be found throughout the dining area. 

    Dinner:
    Enjoy a delicious buffet with a variety of appetizers and dishes prepared on-the-spot. Vegetarian options available.

    Additional dining options include: 

    - Asian restaurant.

    - Dessert buffet.

    - Italian restaurant.

    - Grill and steak house.


Treat yourself to everything that this resort has to offer and more.
On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Beachfront
  • Bilingual staff
  • Child programs
  • Children programs
  • Conference facilities
  • Exercise gym
  • Free high speed internet connection
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Beachfront
  • Bilingual staff
  • Child programs
  • Children programs
  • Conference facilities
  • Exercise gym
  • Free high speed internet connection
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Water sports†
Off-Site Amenities
  • Business Services†

† Fees may apply

Whether a land lover or a water sports fanatic, you’ll always have something fun to do.
On-Site Recreation
  • Children's program
    RiuLand
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Gym
  • Motorized Water Sports
  • Pool
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Water activities
    Various water sports are available.
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †
    There is a golf course located within 1 mile of the property. This hotel has negotiated a special golf agreement with Buenaventura Golf Club to provide preferential conditions and additional value to our guests.

† Fees may apply

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 5212 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing Resort

    Amazing Rui Playa Blanca Panama. Food was great. Beautiful grounds, pool area, beach area. Very clean. Staff worked tirelessly keeping everything clean in public area's and rooms. The buffet was amazing. So much selection of food & drinks. Gardeners did amazing job with landscaping. Entertainment was also excellent.

    Apr 14, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Beautiful Resort in secluded area

    It was our 3rd time staying at a RIU and once again we were not disappointed. Facility is great, pools are great, beach is beautiful! We had a family room, travelling with 4, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It was huge and very clean. Not a lot in the area so very peaceful if you want it to be. Daily activities and nightly entertainment with plenty of bars including a swim-up which we took full advantage of. The restaurants are very good with plenty of options and service is outstanding. Nice part about seclusion was no vendors coming up on beach trying to sell stuff. They only had a limited number with tents on the beach nearby which you could go to if desired. Items very inexpensive! Downside was most excursions required quite a bit of vehicle time but they were very affordable and worth it. Panama is beautiful with mountains, jungle and beaches. Highly recommended!

    Apr 12, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great Hotel

    My family and I stayed at the Riu Playa Blanca during spring break in 2025, following our visit in October 2024 for my wedding anniversary. The staff was great from check-in to check-out, spanning a seven-night stay. Angie and later another housekeeper who unfortunately I forgot the name, provided us with great housekeeping service. We didn't have to call twice for anything because the staff was very attentive. The food was good, and we particularly loved some Panamanian dish specialties. However, my two issues were first the hotel location. If you're coming from the U.S., expect a two-hour commute from the airport to the hotel even though the company provides a free shuttle from and back to the airport. There is another airport located about 10 minutes or so, but it seems like it serves arrivals from other countries like Canada. My second issue was the entertainment team. I understand that they are trying their best to keep you enjoying your stay, but compared to other Riu locations, they could do better. If it wasn't for the commute, I would definitely stay there a third time. But if you are going there and you don't mind a long commute, the hotel is worth trying. Plus, having to visit the Panama Canal and other nice places inside the city was interesting.

    Apr 12, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Family friendly, good food and nice beach

    The resort was perfect for our family vacation. We are a family of six and were able to get two rooms side by side. Our children range from 14 to 4 and the resort offered enough to entertain them all. The food was great and none of our children complained. The nice size resort wasn't too far from the beach. We all enjoyed the beach and the pools. For the six of us it was a perfect all around resort. The rooms are not new and have some wear in them but the rooms and hotel itself were clean. We had nice big showers. The staff was always cleaning. We been to different beaches . The beach isn't good for snorkeling but we enjoyed the nice waves. The last day the ocean was a bit tougher.

    Apr 12, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing place and Staff! Something for everyone!

    My friend and I had a wonderful stay with peaceful days, or days filled with activities and fun! We enjoyed the food and the variety of choices it offered! We joined in many of the activities pool side or in the pool! Our room was cleaned everyday and the hall ways were always spotless! I will always look at staying at RIU in the future!

    Apr 10, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryStudent 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 Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:
    Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.

    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 Policy - 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.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes and service fees 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 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
    • Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26

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