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Hotel Riu Plaza PanamavsLe Meridien Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama and Le Meridien Panama are both rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is the choice of most reviewers compared to Le Meridien Panama. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama scores 79 with praise from 3 reviewers including Fodor's, Star Service and Oyster.
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Fodor's
Star Service
Oyster
Calle 50 con 53 este, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "This chic hotel caters to vacationers with its tropical decor, attractive rooms, large pool area, selection of bars and restaurants, and convenient location at the edge of the Area Bancária." Full review
Star Service "Centered in Panama City's bustling financial district, the 35-story Riu Hotel blends seamlessly into the skyscraper-clad landscape." Full review
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The staff is courteous and knowledgeable, but tough to reach for special requests (common when it comes to giant Riu properties).
OysterUpscale
"Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers upscale lodging bordering the Obarrio District of Panama City, with all the conveniences of city living nearby." Full review
Le Meridien Panama Star Service Oyster
Lonely Planet
Calle Uruguay and Balboa Avenue, Panama City, Panama
From $123/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Located almost across the street from the InterContinental Miramar, Le Meridien is in a prime location, and many rooms have panoramic coastal views." Full review
i
Staffers are polished and bilingual, cool (and occasionally unresponsive to special requests) but always with a smile.
OysterUpscale
"Just off Panama City’s most popular waterfront strip in the Financial District, the upscale Le Meridien Panama offers some of the city’s swankiest lodging." Full review
Lonely Planet "Created by 100 artists, Le Meridien features cool digital art and even birdsong in the elevator." Full review
