Rio Abajo Travel Guide

Panama City

Ancient ruins with stone walls and a tower, under a partly cloudy sky.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Rio Abajo

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama
The price is £109 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£109
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,218 reviews)
"Such a shame that I have to give a review like this. This hotel has so much potential except for one thing that hasn't changed for years. The smell in the corridors and sometimes rooms is terrible from the humidity. It is so easy to freshen this up and fix it but nobody has bothered. Also the wireless ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Via Espana 111 Panama City Panama
The price is £97 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
£97
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,018 reviews)
"Muy mala la atención, no fueron amables, no accedieron a mi petición de una habitación en 1 piso por estar con niños pequeños, mala distribución de toallas, papel, etc"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
The price is £121 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
£121
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,800 reviews)
"I liked the fact that it was welcoming and the staff was very patient and helpful. The other part was that the door key was why turned the lights on that was cool"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
KM 7, Road to Veracruz Veracruz Panama
The price is £197 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£197
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall ...
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Panama Punta Pacifica

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Panama Punta Pacifica

4 out of 5
Via Israel y Calle 71, San Francisco Panama City Panama
The price is £98 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
£98
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,432 reviews)
"The reception staff was very nice and helpful Kitchen staff 10/10 The buildings is very well maintained the property is spotless Rooms are cleaned on a daily basis,clean linen 10/10 My only challenge was the toilet there was a slight odor other than that it exceeded my expectations Proximity to the ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Panama Punta Pacifica
Megapolis Hotel Panamá

Megapolis Hotel Panamá

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Balboa Panama City
The price is £124 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
£124
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,873 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Megapolis Hotel Panamá
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Where to stay in Rio Abajo

Find the best Rio Abajo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Casco Viejo

Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.

Bella Vista

Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

El Cangrejo

The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.

San Francisco

San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

San Felipe

While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.



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