San Carlos

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A peaceful harbor in San Carlos along Mexico's Pacific Coast
A peaceful harbor in San Carlos along Mexico's Pacific Coast
Mar de Cortes
Zorro Bay - The beach area appeared in the movie "The Mark Of Zorro".
With a mountains that resemble Sedona, AZ .. If it had more palm trees I'd call it paradise. San Carlos is a popular expat community, and after visiting I understand why.

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Where to stay in San Carlos

A Los Algodones Catch 22 Beach Shot, San Carlos, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico

Marina Real

While Marina Real might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cerro Tetakawi and Piedras Beach.

Marina Real
SAN CARLOS BEACH, SONORA / MEXICO - DECEMBER 29, 2018.Beautiful sunset view of San Carlos Beach. Shot taken in Villas California, located near Los Algodones beach and the Sea of Cortez Beach Club.

Villas California

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villas California and surrounding area, you can visit Los Algodones and Cerro Tetakawi.

Villas California
Panoramic aerial photo of San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. The place where the desert meets the sea.

Villa Hermosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

Villa Hermosa
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Sector Bahia

While Sector Bahia might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi.

Sector Bahia
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Caracol Turístico

5/5(4 area reviews)

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

Caracol Turístico
San Carlos beach and rocks in Cortez sea

El Creston

Though El Creston might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

El Creston
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gabriel Estrada S/n San Carlos SON
$108 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$131 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The room wasn’t too clean. The floor was dirty and the kitchen wasn’t cleaned lately as well as being understocked. It was hard to use. Also there were lots of large bugs ( either crickets or cockroaches) in it. I had to catch them multiple times a day and wasn’t sure where they were coming from. ...

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
Hotel San Carlos Plaza

Hotel San Carlos Plaza

3 out of 5
Paseo Mar de Bermejo, Los Algodones San Carlos SON
$90 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$108 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (697 reviews)
Hot water on the shower goes and come and coffee machine doesn’t works

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Hotel Boutique Casa María

Hotel Boutique Casa María

3.5 out of 5
BLVD. GABRIEL ESTRADA 129 San Carlos Sonora
$147 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
$175 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (402 reviews)
Muy limpio, todo el personal súper amables, linda vista de la terraza.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Hotel Boutique Casa María
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.
Evamar San Carlos

Evamar San Carlos

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Rafael Jesús Caballero, San Carlos Sonora
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
Muy amable el personal!

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Evamar San Carlos
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

4 out of 5
Ruta 124 Playa Algodones San Carlos SON
Book a stay at this spa condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are located ...
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

2.5 out of 5
71 Malibú Nte. Fracc. Villa California San Carlos Son.
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
Was a disaster! Miss information on booking site. Upon arrival was ask to pay full amount when partial payment was already collected. I was disputing amounts with front desk staff members and was taking a bit of time to settled in. I paid full amount but made them aware that would double check with ...

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Suites Costa Diamante 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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Reviews of San Carlos

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
28
5 - Excellent 57%
4 - Good
16
4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It’s my Mexico choice. Still Mexico unlike Cabo and Rocky Point

5/5 - Excellent

Phoenix,

I am very familiar with San Carlos have lived in San Carlos now live in Phoenix, I can tell you I will stay at this hotel every time I come down to visit extremely safe the staff is outstanding as clean easy access to transportation the parking is ea

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Comida y hospedaje fantastico

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

There are many beaches San Carlos, including many that are relatively secluded. Do some research or ask the locals about choices that correspond to your preferences. Also,some beaches during part of the year may be subject to stinging jellyfish.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

San Carlos in general is lacking tourism and it shows. Decedent and dirty, that is what is left of a once a beautiful place. Its sad to see since locals and services are great. A LOT needs to be done to cleanup ALL trash and repair tourism areas.

5/5 - Excellent

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The best sunset ever!!!

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