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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5.0 star property
Luxury Panama City hotel in Bella Vista with 3 restaurants

Photo gallery for Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
  • Calle 50
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Uruguay Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Avenida Balboa
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Twin Room

Deluxe Family Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe King with Views

Deluxe King with Views

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, iPod dock

Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
  • 78 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

Penthouse (In the heart of the City)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 258 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Hotwire ROH

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Presidential Suite (Stay with me) | Living area

Presidential Suite (Stay with me)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 120 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard With Street View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite With View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2-Bedroom Apartment Deluxe With View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Suite Junior With Street View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior With View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Superior With Street View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Panama City

A luxury stay in the heart of Panama City awaits you at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Crown Casino and Fiesta Casino. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 3 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The restaurant, Arts, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and brunch. Studio 50 Lobby Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 5-property class Bella Vista hotel, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Avenida Central and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Museum of Natural Science.

What's nearby

  • Avenida Balboa - 9 min walk
  • Via Espana - 9 min walk
  • Crown Casino - 11 min walk
  • Cinta Costera - 12 min walk
  • Multiplaza Pacific Mall - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Iglesia del Carmen Station - 11 min walk
  • Panama City Passenger Station - 18 min drive
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ibiza Pool Snack Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪STUDIO 50 Lobby Bar & Sushi Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nacion Sushi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crown Level Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Luxury Panama City hotel in Bella Vista with 3 restaurants
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Hotel Riu Plaza Panama. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Panama City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 644 guestrooms or units
  • 34 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers 644 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (PAB 12 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (PAB 12 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Arts
  • Prisma
  • Studio 50 Lobby Bar
  • Tastes

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: PAB 12 per day
  • Valet parking fee: PAB 12 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Riu Panama Plaza
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Riu Hotel Panama Plaza
Riu Panama Plaza
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Panama City
RIU Plaza Panama Hotel
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RIU Plaza Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel
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Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Hotel Panama City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama on 28 Feb 2025 start from NZ$229.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Yep, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama has a covered self car park for PAB 12 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

The closest beach to Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is Veracruz Beach (7.5 km).

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Hotel Riu Plaza Panama has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Hotel Riu Plaza Panama a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.

Is Hotel Riu Plaza Panama family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Riu Plaza Panama is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Riu Plaza Panama serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers highly rate the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, Hotel Riu Plaza Panama does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza Panama?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2478 out of 3662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 776 out of 3662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 3662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 3662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 3662 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Everything was ready
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aldo

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love living at Riu I do it again. The property was safe and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Hotel Riu is a very large hotel with over 30 floors. It is busy and impersonal, like a large conference centre or train station sort of way. Take the "5-star" rating with a grain of salt. The decor and facilities are adequate but very dated. The breakfast is plentiful and hearty, but the dining area is crowded with straight rows upon rows of tables like a food hall. Overall the food and drinks are average. The location is central to the financial district but is busy with lots of car traffic and lacking continuous sidewalks for pedestrians. The hotel does not offer amenities expected of a 5 star hotel - no conditioner for the shower, no umbrella in the room or lobby, WiFi limited to a few devices, no late checkout citing a fully booked hotel (even though their website showed availability of rooms), a single hand towel and face towel for 2 occupants, temperature control with an old dial rather than digital controls, a very small TV, etc. So overall, this hotel is fine for a short stay, but falls short for a getaway destination.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles Richard, Durants

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room keys don’t work all the time. Had to visit front desk to get new keys
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great i would stay there again . And i will definitely recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brisania

Liked: Cleanliness
Would definitely go back
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

osbel alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved cleaning and customerbservice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, bar at the pool, cleanly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast options were great and accessible from 6:30 to 10:30.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Eynar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good Kind staff
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
They dont clean good the room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great experience there with my wife.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t so impressed that they only catered for Spanish speaking people only especially in the lobby. My husband was watching the game and the manager came and switched it to soccer without asking him if he was watching it. Entertainment was only Spanish speakers as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Norka Zagazeta

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shadaria Otianna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Riu plaza was amazing, property was beautiful and the breakfast was exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stefan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, like how easy it was to walk around, get transportation, and find great restaurants. The only real problem was that the bathroom didn't have any vents.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faiz

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Great hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we had an excellent stay at this property. We also enjoyed the breakfast and the staff. They were very attentive to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherika

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby and rooms were nice
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024