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
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! (33 reviews)
The staff were lovely. The hot water was
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Casa Blanca
5 95-5 San Carlos District San Carlos
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
Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is RM290 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
RM290
RM318 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (209 reviews)
Good location for a short stay, close to the Rio Hato airport. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 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.
Surfside Beachfront Suites by Playa Caracol Resorts
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.
7.4/10 Good! (35 reviews)
Address was not correct. The view from the room was beautiful. The beds were very comfortable and the room was clean. The kitchen had the bare minimum. We bought a knife because the only knife provided was very dull. No bake ware that was gas oven safe so we bought tinfoil to bake in. The pans are ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Villas Residences by Playa Caracol Resorts
Carr Bejuco-Punta Chame Punta Chame Provincia de Panamá Oeste
Stay at this beach holiday home in Punta Chame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Playa Malibú is located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
The unit is not clean, not equipped with basic things, and the worst is the shower which almost had no water and the water temperature changed from very hot to very cold. Front desk are terrible, maintenance is poor. The only reason we gave them 2 stars and not one is the beautiful beach and the ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Gorgona Beach Hotel
Calle Quinta Sur en Playa Gorgona Nueva Gorgona Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Nueva Gorgona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa Malibú are located ...
6/10 (7 reviews)
Not my favorite
It took me quite a while to find the hotel. I assumed I was lost and contacted the property asking them to send a location. Turns out I had gone to the right place, but there was no sign, nothing to indicate it was a hotel. There is a large gate, but no instructions anywhere how to get in. I contacted ...
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025
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 La Ensenada
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?
Things to do
Tours in the Valley from RIU Playa Blanca and Buenaventura Resort.
RM178
per adult
Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
RM138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Beach Day in Santa Clara Pacific Ocean
RM494
per adult
Antón Valley Volcano Crater tour from Panama City
RM474
per adult
Valle De Anton Rainfall Hot Springs and Nature Private Tour
RM375
per adult
Panama City: ATV Jungle Adventure Discover Volcano & Waterfall
RM691
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
