RIU’s First Business Hotel to Open in Panama

NASSAU, The Bahamas – As part of our coverage of the newly renovated suites at the Riu Paradise Island, Travel Agent learned that Riu will be opening its first hotel in Panama and its first business hotel in the company’s history.

The RIU PLAZA line of products will open on September 1 after an investment of $125 million. Located in the heart of the business and banking district of Panama City, the 35-floor, 645-room hotel will offer high-speed wireless Internet in all areas, including the guest rooms, 17 conference rooms able to accommodate events for up to 1,000 people, a business center, an outdoor swimming pool with an integrated Jacuzzi, a health club, spa and wellness center, Turkish bath and beauty salon.

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