San Carlos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
The price is NZ$54 per night from 24 May to 25 May
NZ$54
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
"Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Bay View Hotel
Calle 1ra San Carlos
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$94 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$94
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a business centre. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are ...
6.6/10 (101 reviews)
"Like others say, this place has so much potential but fails currently! The few good things - the bed was comfortable, the pool is nice, the beach view when the tide is in is great. The hotel is older and needs repair, the grounds need upkeep. Sidewalks, paths and stairs were dirty and had branches, ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is NZ$137 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$137
21 May - 22 May
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 La Ensenada Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"Very private, very helpful staff"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
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.
Ocean views, Solaria, Punta Caleo, San Carlos, Panama - one minute walk to beach
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"great place; however, we selected it because they advertised a tennis court. It is a padel court, NOT a tennis court, so we could not play tennis there. Otherwise it was great!"
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Rio Mar Premier Beachfront Community - Beach-Pools-Spas-Surf-Mountains
Riomar San Carlos District
Stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"We had a wonderful 5 week stay at this oceanfront condo in Río Mar. The unit was spotless, bright, and spacious, and had an incredible view—watching the sunrise from the balcony was a great start to each day! The resort grounds are beautifully maintained, and the pools were fantastic for relaxing ..."
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service
San Carlos Panamá Oeste
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Ensenada Beach and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"The rooftop pool and jaccuzi area provides many hours of relaxation with a great view of the Pacific. I asked if there were cushions for the lougers during check-in and they arrived the next day....brand new. The jaccuzi went off a couple of times due to very short electrical interruption. The owner ..."
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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.
La Ensenada Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Ensenada Beach during your trip to San Carlos?
Activities
Valley Tours from Riu Playa Blanca, Buenaventura Golf & Beach
NZ$60
per adult
Zipline Simple A Trial Of Our Zipline 30 Minutes
NZ$50
per adult
Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
NZ$117
per adult
Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jungle ATV Waterfall Adventure from Panama City
NZ$318
per adult
