San Carlos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in 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.

Costa Esmeralda
San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn

3 out of 5
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
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! (30 reviews)
Staff and ease of getting a room . Service was prompt and Place was clean

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

San Carlos Beach Inn
Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge

3 out of 5
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is 2.284.361 ₫ per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
2.284.361 ₫
2.512.797 ₫ total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (204 reviews)
Very reasonably priced. Breakfast was great. A bit of a hostel/lodge wrapped up in one!

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Manglar Lodge
Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle 1ra San Carlos
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 ...
6.4/10 (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 30 Jul 2025

Bay View Hotel
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.
Playa Caracol Residences Vacation Rental

Playa Caracol Residences Vacation Rental

3.5 out of 5
Carr Bejuco-Punta Chame Punta Chame Panamá Oeste
Stay at this apartment in Punta Chame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Playa Malibú is located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (27 reviews)
Great, clean condo overlooking the pool and ocean. We didn't cook our meals, but used the restaurant on site. Staff was friendly and professional.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Playa Caracol Residences Vacation Rental
Punta Chame Club and Resort

Punta Chame Club and Resort

4 out of 5
Corregimiento de Bejuco Pajonal Panamá
Stay at this aparthotel in Pajonal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Playa Malibú and Kevin Castle are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
We Spent 15 days there and had a great time. It's in a great location.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2020

Punta Chame Club and Resort
Cozy Corner With Pool Minutes Away From the Beach

Cozy Corner With Pool Minutes Away From the Beach

2 out of 5
Chame Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this holiday home in Chame. Enjoy free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Coronado Mall and Playa Malibú are located nearby.
Cozy Corner With Pool Minutes Away From the Beach
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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