San Carlos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panoramic aerial photo of San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. The place where the desert meets the sea.
Panoramic view of San Carlos from Tetakawi peak in Sonora, Mexico
Overhead view of the beautiful El Soldado estuary in San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. The blue-green tones create a unique paradisiacal scenery where sand, mangrove, salt and fresh water come together.
PHOTOGRAPHY WITH DRONE OF SUNSET IN SAN CARLOS BEACH SONORA MEXICO
A peaceful harbor in San Carlos along Mexico's Pacific Coast

Our guide on where to stay in San Carlos

Find the best San Carlos areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Costa Del Mar

While there might not be top attractions in Costa Del Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Los Algodones and La Manga.

El Creston

While there might not be top attractions in El Creston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

Marina Real

While there might not be top attractions in Marina Real, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cerro Tetakawi and Piedras Beach.

Caracol Turístico

When in Caracol Turístico, you can plan a visit to Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sector Bahia

When in Sector Bahia, you can plan a visit to Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hotel San Carlos Plaza

Hotel San Carlos Plaza

2.5 out of 5
Paseo Mar de Bermejo, Los Algodones San Carlos SON
The price is AU$191 per night from 10 June to 11 June
AU$191
10 June - 11 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (806 reviews)
"It is hotel where you can spend the whole day there and with no need of going to other place"

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gabriel Estrada S/n San Carlos SON
The price is AU$220 per night from 11 June to 12 June
AU$220
11 June - 12 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf Course ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Todo muy limpio excelente"

Reviewed on 3 June 2026

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
Sea of Cortez Beach Club

Sea of Cortez Beach Club

3 out of 5
Paseo Mar Bermejo Parcela 7 San Carlos SON
The price is AU$226 per night from 10 June to 11 June
AU$226
10 June - 11 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"There were many, many rat traps around the property outside and we saw a rat in our room! It came out from under the fridge, looked at me, and then went back under the fridge. Gross!"

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Sea of Cortez Beach Club
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.
Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

2.5 out of 5
71 Malibú Nte. Fracc. Villa California San Carlos Son.
Stay at this beach aparthotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
"Rooms and property was very clean and spacious, the room we stayed at had the windows next to the hallway in the center of the buildings and was quite loud, there was a guest playing loud music in next to our window I had to go take care of it myself, security was not around, check out was fast"

Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

4 out of 5
Ruta 124 Playa Algodones San Carlos SON
Stay at this spa condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"We felt in love and excited to come back soon! Excellent Customer Service"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
Evamar San Carlos

Evamar San Carlos

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Rafael Jesús Caballero, San Carlos Sonora
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Evamar San Carlos
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.

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