What is Rio Abajo like?

Rio Abajo is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its shopping. Consider a visit to Monte Oscuro as part of your Rio Abajo travel plans.

How many hotels are there in Rio Abajo?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options in Rio Abajo to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Panama City area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio Abajo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Rio Abajo.

What can I see and do in this Panama City neighbourhood?

Monte Oscuro is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Rio Abajo. When you're sightseeing in Panama City, Panama Viejo and National Craft Market are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in Rio Abajo, Panama City - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Panama Punta Pacifica

San Francisco, 4.3 km from Rio Abajo

Raoel

฿3,563 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

2. The Westin Panama

Costa del Este, 2.6 km from Rio Abajo

Kendall

฿7,492 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

3. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Campo Alegre, 5.6 km from Rio Abajo

Vivian

฿4,803 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

4. Corporate Stays Arcadia | Executive Furnished Apartments

Costa del Este, 3 km from Rio Abajo

kenron

฿4,024 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

5. Courtyard by Marriott Panama Metromall

5.8 km from Rio Abajo

Chantelle

฿3,558 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

6. The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City

Juan Diaz, 4.7 km from Rio Abajo

Carlos

฿8,993 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Aug - 9 Aug

7. Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel

Bethania, 5.4 km from Rio Abajo

Romain

฿3,640 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

8. Principe Hotel and Suites

El Cangrejo, 5.3 km from Rio Abajo

Neil Alexander

฿2,064 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

9. Aloft by Marriott Panama

San Francisco, 3.9 km from Rio Abajo

Javannah

฿4,324 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

10. Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

11.2 km from Rio Abajo

Elizabeth

฿4,299 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

11. Sheraton Grand Panama

San Francisco, 4 km from Rio Abajo

Luis

฿6,225 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

12. Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel

Punta Paitilla, 6.1 km from Rio Abajo

Gilberto

฿4,177 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

13. The Executive Hotel

Campo Alegre, 5.9 km from Rio Abajo

Geraldeen

฿3,229 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

14. Las Americas Golden Tower Panama

Punta Paitilla, 5.7 km from Rio Abajo

Christine

฿5,305 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

15. Courtyard by Marriott Panama Multiplaza Mall

San Francisco, 4.8 km from Rio Abajo

Lisandra

฿4,301 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Aug - 9 Aug

4 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

16. JW Marriott Panama

Punta Pacifica, 5.6 km from Rio Abajo

Benjamin A

฿9,301 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

17. Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

El Cangrejo, 5.8 km from Rio Abajo

paula

฿3,822 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

18. Megapolis Hotel Panamá

Punta Paitilla, 5.8 km from Rio Abajo

Salbi

฿7,624 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

19. Panama House Bed & Breakfast

Bella Vista, 4.6 km from Rio Abajo

Liliana

฿1,066 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

20. TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

El Cangrejo, 5.8 km from Rio Abajo

HORACIO

฿3,487 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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Where to stay in Rio Abajo

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

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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.

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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. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

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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 Luxor Towers might round out your trip.

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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.

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Punta Paitilla

Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Pacific Center while you're in town.

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Top Rio Abajo Hotel Reviews

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"This is a great kid friendly hotel. Lots of great dinner options and the restaurants are definitely 5star quality. Very few lunch options but food was overall great and very delicious. The staff was very friendly, and they remembered you by name. My kids totally enjoyed the Kids club and would spend the entire day there if they are not in the pool. The pool was extremely warm, and we could literally spend the entire day there. They also had great spa day packages which we took advantage of. It was one of the best spa experiences I ever had."

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

8/10 Good

"The hotel is as the name indicated, in the center of old town. The location is fantastic. Very convenient. However, as some of the reviews had mentioned, they have live music in the lobby all day until 11pm. I was aware of this and requested that they give us a quiet room. However, we were given a room with windows facing the atrium and were subjected to the music all day. It was not too loud but was quite annoying if you want quietness. Add to this, it was on the 4th floor and next to one of the restaurant/bar and there were noises coming from it until late. The room was 426 so to other travelers, avoid this room. The bathroom shower was poorly designed and the floor was flooded after every shower. We had to use tons to towels to mop up the water. Not sure why we were given such a lousy room even though the hotel didn’t seem fully booked. The only reason I didn’t request for another room because my husband has unpacked all his stuffs and didn’t want to move. Are Expedia customers treated worse or something? The positives: the room was reasonably spacious. Beddings were comfortable. Roof top pool was nice although it is rather of small and it could use some fixing up. The staff was courteous and breakfast was decent. Had it not for the noisy room, it would have been a nice stay. For this reason, I don’t think we’ll stay here again in the future since noisy room is a deal breaker for me."

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Our top choices for Rio Abajo hotels

1. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Panama Punta Pacifica

2. The Westin Panama

3. Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

4. Corporate Stays Arcadia | Executive Furnished Apartments

5. Courtyard by Marriott Panama Metromall

6. The Santa Maria, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City

7. Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel

8. Principe Hotel and Suites

9. Aloft by Marriott Panama

10. Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

11. Sheraton Grand Panama

12. Plaza Paitilla Inn Hotel

13. The Executive Hotel

14. Las Americas Golden Tower Panama

15. Courtyard by Marriott Panama Multiplaza Mall

16. JW Marriott Panama

17. Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino

18. Megapolis Hotel Panamá

19. Panama House Bed & Breakfast

20. TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro

Where to stay in Rio Abajo

Casco Viejo

Bella Vista

El Cangrejo

San Francisco

Punta Paitilla

Top Rio Abajo Hotel Reviews

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