San Carlos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Carlos
Where to stay in San Carlos
Costa Esmeralda
While there might not be top attractions in Costa Esmeralda, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach.
San Carlos Beach Inn
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (30 reviews)
Staff and ease of getting a room . Service was prompt and Place was clean
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is NZ$158 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$158
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (204 reviews)
Very reasonably priced. Breakfast was great. A bit of a hostel/lodge wrapped up in one!
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos San Carlos panama oeste
Stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located ...
5.6/10 (4 reviews)
Be warned: The pictures you're seeing of this property on Expedia tell only a fraction of the story. Upon arrival, our Uber driver had a hard time finding the entrance. Why? Because the weathered sign doesn't make it clear as to where or if there's a lobby.
Reviewed on 13 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service
San Carlos Panamá Oeste
Stay at this holiday home in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
This place was amazing! Definitely would stay here again! We stayed 6 nights with 9 adults and 1 infant in our party. There was plenty of space! Sergio even ensured there was a crib for the baby in one of the rooms. We spent most of our time in the roof top pool and hot tub. Great view of the ocean. ...
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
★ Quinta Pavo Real - Beautiful Farm with Cabins - Gorgeous garden and animal sanctuary
Quinta Pavo Real Panama Oeste
Stay at this holiday home in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar are located ...
BEACH HOUSE IN COSTA ESMERALDA
Provincia de Panamá Oeste Provincia de Panamá Oeste
Stay at this holiday home in San Carlos. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar are located nearby.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Playa El Palmar
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa El Palmar during your trip to San Carlos? Stroll along the beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Playa La Ensenada
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?
Activities
Zipline Simple A Trial Of Our Zipline 30 Minutes
NZ$52
per adult
Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
NZ$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tours in the Valley from RIU Playa Blanca, Buenaventura and Bijao
NZ$78
per adult
Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
NZ$112
per adult
Private Bike Tour Waterfall, Views & Local Life
NZ$83
per adult
