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 San Carlos
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$107 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$107
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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 Playa La Ensenada are ...
6.6/10 (100 reviews)
Great location right on the beach. Spectacular panorama at a very reasonable price. Nice swimming pool and deck area. Easy access to the beach. Room was modest but clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and it seemed “family-run.” The on site restaurant had a good free breakfast and other meals ...
Reviewed on 30 July 2025

San Carlos Beach Inn
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
The price is AU$43 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$43
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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 Playa La Ensenada ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is AU$112 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$112
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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 ...
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 family-friendly holiday home in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 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

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 Playa La Ensenada 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

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 Playa La Ensenada 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
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 Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?
Activities

Valle De Anton Rainfall Hot Springs and Nature Private Tour
AU$135
per adult
