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.
Bay View Hotel
Calle 1ra, El Palmar, San Carlos
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$109 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$109
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach ...
6.4/10 (96 reviews)
"A very quiet place. They had good service. Family owned, nice open aired bar/ restaurant."
Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos, San Carlos, panama oeste
Book a stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach are located ...
6/10 (3 reviews)
"This place was great! And the Staff was excellent. A perfect little hideaway on the beach"
Reviewed on 8 Dec. 2024
San Carlos Beach Inn
calle mendoza, San Carlos, Provincia de Panamá
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (28 reviews)
"Cute little hotel In the heart of San Carlos. The rooftop lounge was a real treat. The staff was super friendly and helpful. I had breakfast delivered to my door each morning. The AC worked great and the beach was only a 10 minute walk away for a nice swim or some surfing. Would stay here again for ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun. 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
Stay at this vacation home in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
Panama J2025
"The house is as it is online, just beautiful, Jorge was absolutely exceptional. I got my daily excerise by walking up to the roof top 4 times a day and hitting the pool. The age group ranged from 3 to 76 years old. No complaints at all."
Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025
The Golf-view Condo by Acomodo
San Carlos
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach are located nearby.
Beautiful apt on the beach, with wonderful cross breezes to keep you cool
EL palmar
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Beautiful views!
"What a great experience for our first time in Panama!!! Check in was a breeze. We appreciated that we felt safe, especially with our 18 year old granddaughter with us. The unit was well stocked and clean; beds comfortable and AC worked well. We had nice ocean breezes. We could just get up in the ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun. 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.
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.
Activities
Jungle ATV Waterfall and Zipline Adventure from Panama City
NZ$316
per adult
Panama Canal and city tour from RIU Playa Blanca.
NZ$117
per adult
Monkey and Sloth Island Tour from RIU Playa Blanca.
NZ$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Adventure tour to Pozo Azul Waterfall
NZ$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: ATV Jungle Adventure Discover Volcano & Waterfall
NZ$291
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to the magical village of Valle from RIU Playa Blanca.
NZ$125
per adult
