San Carlos
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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 San Carlos
$70 nightly
The price is $77 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$77 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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 (106 reviews)
"It’s a fairly cheap place; it’s right on the beach; and it’s just a few minutes off the pan-American highway. If you are traveling through and need a cheap convenient place to rest your head, this is it. The staff is kind and genuinely want to help you. Breakfast (patacones, fried Panamanian tortilla, ..."
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

San Carlos Beach Inn
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
$27 nightly
The price is $31 total per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
$31 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
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 ...

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos San Carlos panama oeste
$93 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$103 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"The location was nice and the staff very helpful. The room was large and had air conditioning. There was no TV in the room if that matters to you. Breakfast was included. The only negative thing I have to say about the place is the beds are EXTREMELY hard."
Reviewed on Sep 10, 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.

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 2 outdoor pickleball courts. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada ...
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! (45 reviews)
"Exceeded expectations"
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

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 a beach locale, a fitness center, and a garden. 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
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.
Stay near popular San Carlos attractions
Things to do

Antón Valley Tours from Riu Playa Blanca, Rio hato
$36
per adult

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

Private Beach Day in Santa Clara Pacific Ocean
$125
per adult

Cara Iguana Sunset Hike — Panoramic Views in El Valle de Antón
$110
per adult

Jungle ATV Waterfall Adventure from Panama City
$190
per adult
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- Playa El Palmar
- Playa Blanca
- Farallón Beach
- Coronado Beach
- Santa Clara Beach
- Sleeping Indian Girl
- Buenaventura Marina
- Farallon Island
- Playa Malibú
- Coronado Mall
- Sunday Market
- La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa
- Altos De Campana National Park
- Teta Beach
- Los Cajones de Chame
- Anton Valley Historical and Cultural Museum
- Chorro de las Mozas
- El Chorro Macho
- Chorro El Macho
- APROVACA The Orchid Center
- Museum El Valle
- Valley of Square Trees
- La Piedra Pintada
- Parroquia Santiago Apóstol de Río Hato
- Cerro Picacho
- Serpentarium
- Chorro Macho Waterfall
- Gaital National Park
- 8 de Diciembre Park
- Penonomena History and Tradition Museum




