How does Riu Plaza Panama celebrate its 15th anniversary and its social impact in the country?
Palma de Mallorca May 5th, 2026
RIU Hotels & Resorts has commemorated the 15th anniversary of the Hotel Riu Plaza Panama in Panama City during April 2026. The event served to present the comprehensive renovation of its facilities and announce a strategic alliance with Casa Esperanza to combat child labor.

What milestones mark the 15 years of the Riu Plaza Panama?
The Hotel Riu Plaza Panama, inaugurated in 2010, was the property that gave rise to the urban line RIU Plaza. During these fifteen years, the establishment has consolidated itself as a benchmark for the tourism and business sector in Panama.
The celebration brought together 180 personalities, including representatives from Promtur, the Panama City Mayor's Office and APATEL. In this context, the modernization of its spaces was presented, designed to maintain the quality standards that characterize the international brand.
"The success of RIU Plaza is not understood without the success of RIU Plaza Panama. A hotel comes to life thanks to the collaborators and the thousands of guests we welcome every day," highlighted Pablo Fernández Maroto, Commercial Director of the RIU Plaza Cluster in Latam.
What are RIU's new sustainability commitments in Panama?
Under the sustainability strategy Proudly Committed, the hotel chain has implemented technological tools for the carbon footprint measurement at events. This system allows corporate clients to know and mitigate the environmental impact of their meetings held at the hotel.
Likewise, an alliance was formalized with the organization Casa Esperanza. RIU will finance part of the operation of two Comprehensive Care Centers in the districts of Calidonia and Agua Dulce, benefiting minors in situations of social risk.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When was the Hotel Riu Plaza Panama inaugurated?
The hotel was inaugurated in 2010, marking the beginning of the urban hotel line RIU Plaza.
2. What improvements have been made to the hotel for its 15th anniversary?
An comprehensive renovation of the facilities has been carried out to modernize its spaces and update its service and quality standards.
3. What does the alliance between RIU and Casa Esperanza consist of?
RIU Hotels will cover the operating costs of two Comprehensive Care Centers in Calidonia and Agua Dulce to protect children at risk of child labor.
4. How does RIU measure the environmental impact of its events in Panama?
Through a new program that calculates the carbon footprint generated specifically during the organization of events and conventions.
5. Which authorities attended the anniversary event?
Representatives from Promtur, the Panama City Mayor's Office, the hotel association APATEL and main business partners.