Rio Abajo
Panama City
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Avenida Balboa
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Avenida Balboa during your trip to Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a stop at Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City with a trip to Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its local tours.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can do some window-shopping at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Panama City: Monkey Islands Tour on Gatun Lake
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl (Panama City, Panama)
Tour to a waterfall and Embera village with lunch included
Top hotels in Rio Abajo
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Hotel was in a good area, close to places we needed to go. We got the penthouse and it smelled like mildew. They switch us over to the other penthouse next door and it was much better, furniture could be updated. We did notice that on the floor by the windows, there were cracks on the bottom. Looked ...
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
We always stay here when we fly to and from Panama. Service and staff are great. Rooms are clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
No I was very disappointed. My room had bed bugs and i was but really bad .which means things are not cleaned or checked as they should be . I do not want to return here as that problem continues im upset beyond measures.
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
W Panama
It was a great experience.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
The hot tub actually was not warm enough...lol. Had a great stay otherwise. Helpful and friendly staff. Great location. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Waldorf Astoria Panama
The hotel was wonderful. The entire hotel was clean, staff welcoming especially security employee Flash. The breakfast buffet was great and it was so nice that Divney the receptionist remembered our names each day. My overall stay was great and I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting ...
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Abajo
Parque Lefevre
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parque Lefevre. You might want to make time for a stop at Panama Viejo or National Craft Market.
Costa del Este
Travelers like the restaurants in Costa del Este, and Atrio Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Bethania
When in Bethania, you can plan a visit to El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Juan Diaz
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Juan Diaz. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Pueblos Commercial Center or Estadio Rommel Fernandez.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.
