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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (32 reviews)
The hotel is well located and Edgar was friendly on our late check in.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

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San Carlos Beach Inn
Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge

3 out of 5
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is 2.102.160 ₫ per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
2.102.160 ₫
2.312.376 ₫ total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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
Casa Blanca

Casa Blanca

4 out of 5
5 95-5 San Carlos District San Carlos
The price is 1.915.593 ₫ per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
1.915.593 ₫
2.107.152 ₫ total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa guesthouse in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada ...
4/10 (1 review)
Not what I expected
The entrance is directly to the street and no safe parking

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2025

Casa Blanca
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The Golf-view Condo by Acomodo

The Golf-view Condo by Acomodo

2 out of 5
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar are located nearby.
The Golf-view Condo by Acomodo
The Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo

The Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo

2 out of 5
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located nearby.
The Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo
The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo

The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo

2 out of 5
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this villa in San Carlos. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar are located nearby.
The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo
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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.

Playa El Palmar

Playa La Ensenada

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?

Playa La Ensenada