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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
$60 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$66 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and 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 (98 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 Jul 30, 2025

San Carlos Beach Inn
calle mendoza, San Carlos, Provincia de Panamá
$36 nightly
The price is $40 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$40 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
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 Jun 14, 2025

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! (37 reviews)
"Incredible property with the best help -- Jorge and his wife. Kind, compassionate and very helpful. The food they created was delicious and typical Panamanian. The property was perfect for a family get together and birthday for my wife. Watching the butterflies ascend upwards through the trees on ..."
Reviewed on Aug 17, 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! (37 reviews)
"Incredible property with the best help -- Jorge and his wife. Kind, compassionate and very helpful. The food they created was delicious and typical Panamanian. The property was perfect for a family get together and birthday for my wife. Watching the butterflies ascend upwards through the trees on ..."
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Rio Mar - Private Beachfront Living Community - Beach-Pools-Spas-Surf-Mountains
Riomar
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach are ...
Perfect
"This place is amazing and the pictures don’t lie. It is a beautiful condo, it had everything we needed especially in the kitchen. There is plenty of space. The pools and grounds were beautiful and well kept, a great place to relax and unwind."
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2022

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.
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.
Things to do

Jungle ATV Waterfall and Zipline Adventure from Panama City
$190
per adult

Private Bike Tour Waterfall, Views & Local Life
$48
per adult

Tour to the magical village of Valle from RIU Playa Blanca.
$20
per adult

Panama City: Ultimate ATV Jungle & Volcano Adventure
$165
per adult

Explore the Antón Valley Adventure and Nature
$140
per adult
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