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A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a mural on the wall.

A two-story building with a thatched-roof structure, a balcony, and a parked car.

A staircase with white walls and a wooden handrail leading to a balcony with a view of the sky and mountains.

1. San Carlos Beach Inn

0.7 km from Playa El Palmar

Lastenia

RM128

RM141 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

A staircase leading to a terrace with a view of the sunset over the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and thatched structures.

An outdoor restaurant with a bar area, white plastic chairs, and tables.

2. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

Costa Esmeralda, 0.5 km from Playa El Palmar

derick

RM281

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

3. Bay View Hotel

0.4 km from Playa El Palmar

"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, eggs, sliced cheese) was included in my room rate - it was surprisingly decent. That said, you get what you pay for so don’t expect anything fancy. The property is old and quite dated. The...

Jay

RM285

RM313 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

A clear swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by umbrellas.

A house with a small backyard, a pool, and various tropical plants.

A beach with a clear sky, sunlight reflecting on the water, and mountains in the background.

4. Casa Swell Coronado

10.6 km from Playa El Palmar

Shaun

RM402

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beach with a palm tree and a clear view of the ocean.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, hammocks, and wooden furniture.

A courtyard with a tiled roof, a pathway, and a well-maintained lawn.

A courtyard with a tiled roof, palm trees, and a pathway leading to a building.

5. Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

19.7 km from Playa El Palmar

Daniel

RM488

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beach with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a sink and countertop, and a view of the ocean.

A multi-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A spacious room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a glass coffee table.

6. Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

6.7 km from Playa El Palmar

Peter

RM286

RM314 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and thatched-roof structures, surrounded by palm trees.

A living room with a beige sofa, a woven rug, and a black metal table with candles.

A wooden bar with blue cushioned swings, a pineapple, and bottles of beer.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and three wall-mounted decorative items.

7. Punta Chame Club and Resort

19.2 km from Playa El Palmar

Taylor

RM619

RM681 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a view of a lush landscape, and a clear sky.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a cash register.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, multiple ceiling fans, and a bar counter with a TV.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view, and a decorative wall piece.

8. Hotel Eclipse

12.7 km from Playa El Palmar

Karla

RM289

RM318 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered patio area, and a white building with multiple doors.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and two wall art pieces.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor swimming pool and surrounding buildings.

A spacious, modern interior with a high ceiling, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

9. Hotel Coronado Inn

9.3 km from Playa El Palmar

Angelique

RM362

RM398 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beach with a clear sky and gentle waves.

A balcony with a hammock, a chair, and a view of greenery and buildings.

A courtyard with a blue door, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

10. Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado

11.2 km from Playa El Palmar

JUAN

RM1,382

RM1,520 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

11. Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites

11 km from Playa El Palmar

raul

RM400

RM440 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern two-story building with a swimming pool.

A modern kitchen with a sink, a potted plant, and a wooden cutting board.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

A rooftop parking area with a concrete surface, a metal fence on one side, and a building with large windows and an air conditioning unit on the other.

12. Gorgona Beach Hotel

12.9 km from Playa El Palmar

Stephen

RM132

RM145 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beach with trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A stone pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure with a door, surrounded by greenery and flowering plants.

A pathway leading to thatched-roof cottages surrounded by lush greenery.

A swimming pool with a brick building in the background, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

13. las cabañas

12 km from Playa El Palmar

RM228

RM250 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

An outdoor brick barbecue grill with a metal grate, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a tiled patio area.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone border.

A room with a wooden table, a black sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, gas stove, and a dining table with chairs.

14. Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

13.1 km from Playa El Palmar

RM240

RM264 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a large window, and a wooden table with a bowl.

A modern interior with a staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of greenery and hills.

A modern interior with a dining area, a staircase, and a living space.

A modern room with a large window, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and a unique wall-mounted sculpture.

15. Kooteja Valle de Antón Glanta

18.3 km from Playa El Palmar

RM577

RM757 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa El Palmar

Property	Property class	Guest rating
San Carlos Beach Inn	8.2 Very good 40 reviews	View
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge	7.6 Good 9 reviews	View
Bay View Hotel	6.6 106 reviews	View
Casa Swell Coronado	10.0 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B	9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews	View

Top Playa El Palmar Hotel Reviews

Radisson Riviera Panama

8/10 Good

"Falta un tobogán para los niños y un area de música para bailar , por lo demás bien"

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Todo estuvo exelente"

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark Resort

10/10 Excellent

"!"

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

10/10 Excellent

"La carretera está en muy buen estado, la están pavimentando y eso es excelente. Sería bueno que el Apto tuviera más utensilios de cocina."

Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great beach location, awesome views"

San Carlos Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and beds were comfortable. It was a 15 minute walk to the beach and next to local corner stores and restaurants. The owner was nice and showed us around when we came in. It was also around a 20 minute walk from the bus stop so there's no need for a car to move around. Theres a rooftop bbq area with hammocks and table top games that anyone staying can use. There's friendly cats on the property so that's a plus too. The shower was a hassle to use, the shower head sprayed everywhere other than me and to use the hot water I had to keep my finger on a hose coming out of the heater. In the middle of the night another person staying came over banging at the door and swearing over tv noise not letting her sleep, even though the volume was at 10%, so noise travels easily between rooms."

Hotel Eclipse

8/10 Good

"Yummy food, great hosts and very flexible!"

Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente. Todo super bien. Recomendado. Comida instalaciones."

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"What a wonderful place to find out what life on the Pacific coast of Panama is like and what it can be for you. Brooke and her staff are everything you would want in them. Friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating and supportive. Breakfast is included and is the only meal served daily. Definitely try El Parque restaurant in San Carlos. Delicious and inexpensive. Being a small lodge on the ocean makes it special. FYI: No TV, no fridge, no microwave in my room but an awesome ocean view, a comfortable bed and a large walk-in shower. Totally recommend this resort unless you are seeking the amenities of a corporate resort."

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La Ensenada Beach

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Teta Beach

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

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Coronado Mall

7.8/10 (53 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Coronado Mall during your trip to Los Nísperos. Amble around the area's beaches or seek out its golf courses.

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Coronado Beach

8.0/10 (140 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Coronado Beach during your travels in Playa Coronado? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Playa Malibú

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Malibú during your travels in Nueva Gorgona? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Santa Clara Beach

7.8/10 (171 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Santa Clara Beach during your travels in Rio Hato? Amble around this romantic area's seaside or experience its entertainment venues.

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Lagoon of San Carlos

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoon of San Carlos during your travels in La Laguna.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa El Palmar?

Playa El Palmar is located in San Carlos. Travellers like the surrounding area for its beaches, restaurants and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 23 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Playa El Palmar?

Adjacent to Playa El Palmar, Manglar Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options close by include Bay View Hotel and San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge.

How many hotels are there near Playa El Palmar?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa El Palmar.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa El Palmar, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Playa El Palmar.

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Our top choices for Playa El Palmar hotels

1. San Carlos Beach Inn

2. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

3. Bay View Hotel

4. Casa Swell Coronado

5. Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

6. Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

7. Punta Chame Club and Resort

8. Hotel Eclipse

9. Hotel Coronado Inn

10. Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado

11. Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites

12. Gorgona Beach Hotel

13. las cabañas

14. Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

15. Kooteja Valle de Antón Glanta

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Top Playa El Palmar Hotel Reviews

Radisson Riviera Panama

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark Resort

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

San Carlos Beach Inn

Hotel Eclipse

Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

Other attractions near Playa El Palmar

La Ensenada Beach

Teta Beach

Coronado Mall

Coronado Beach

Playa Malibú

Santa Clara Beach

Lagoon of San Carlos

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