San Carlos
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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.

San Carlos Beach Inn
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
$28 nightly
The price is $32 total per night from May 11 to May 12
$32 total
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
Clean rooms
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Bay View Hotel
Calle 1ra San Carlos
$50 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from May 11 to May 12
$55 total
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada ...
6.6/10 (101 reviews)
Like others say, this place has so much potential but fails currently! The few good things - the bed was comfortable, the pool is nice, the beach view when the tide is in is great. The hotel is older and needs repair, the grounds need upkeep. Sidewalks, paths and stairs were dirty and had branches, ...
Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
$63 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$69 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach 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.

Rio Mar Premier Beachfront Community - Beach-Pools-Spas-Surf-Mountains
Riomar San Carlos District
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 La Ensenada Beach ...
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 Apr 3, 2026

Ocean views, Solaria, Punta Caleo, San Carlos, Panama - one minute walk to beach
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
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 La Ensenada Beach ...
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 Mar 23, 2026

Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service
San Carlos Panamá Oeste
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Ensenada Beach ...
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 Apr 9, 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 La Ensenada Beach during your trip to San Carlos?
Things to do

Valley Tours from Riu Playa Blanca, Buenaventura Golf & Beach
$36
per adult

Valle De Anton Rainfall Hot Springs and Nature Private Tour
$95
per adult

Jungle ATV Waterfall Adventure from Panama City
$190
per adult
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