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Our top choices for Playa El Palmar hotels

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a covered seating area.

1. Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
3.0 star property
0.2 km from Playa El Palmar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Very private, very helpful staff"
United States
Hilary
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Manglar Lodge
A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.

2. San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Playa El Palmar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (41 reviews)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Lastenia
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
San Carlos Beach Inn
A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.

3. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
2.0 star property
Costa Esmeralda, 0.5 km from Playa El Palmar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"This place was great! And the Staff was excellent. A perfect little hideaway on the beach"
United States
derick
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Pool

4. Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Playa El Palmar
6.6 out of 10, (106 reviews)
"Nice and quiet place..!"
United States
Jorge
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bay View Hotel
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled roof.

5. Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
3.0 star property
19.7 km from Playa El Palmar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"excellent breakfast every day and varied menu. nice room, had a a fridge and coffee maker, sitting area and very clean pool. walkable to beach and few restaurants - beach was very nice. "
Canada
David
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
A poolside area with a table and chairs, a view of a lush landscape, and a clear sky.

6. Hotel Eclipse

Hotel Eclipse
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Playa El Palmar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Yummy food, great hosts and very flexible!"
United States
sabrina
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel Eclipse
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered patio area, and a white building with multiple doors.

7. Hotel Coronado Inn

Hotel Coronado Inn
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Playa El Palmar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (87 reviews)
"There was no AC in the room. There was a unit but it was not running. I explained this to the staff and they did nothing. The same with the guests next door blaring jazz music all night long. The staff did not even come to the room to address the issue. I was to have had a six night stay but checked out the very next morning. I will not be returning."
United States
DAVID
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Coronado Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and thatched-roof structures, surrounded by palm trees.

8. Punta Chame Club and Resort

Punta Chame Club and Resort
4.0 star property
19.2 km from Playa El Palmar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"I had such a tranquil experience at this resort. Jovany is amazing and so helpful! It was my first time in Panama and this place welcomed me and it felt like home. I am definitely coming back. My secret sanctuary ❤️❤️"
United States
Taylor
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Punta Chame Club and Resort
A covered pathway leading to a lush garden area with a red brick floor and yellow walls with decorative tiles.

9. Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado

Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Playa El Palmar
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (52 reviews)
"Nice value for price for a two night stay"
United States
JUAN
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado
A modern two-story building with a swimming pool.

10. Gorgona Beach Hotel

Gorgona Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
12.9 km from Playa El Palmar
6.4 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"The room was clean and the bed was comfortable but the property in general needs a serious upgrade but overall for the price was good"
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is €25
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Gorgona Beach Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
2.5 star property
13.1 km from Playa El Palmar
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
A pathway leading to thatched-roof cottages surrounded by lush greenery.

12. las cabañas

las cabañas
3.0 star property
12 km from Playa El Palmar
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
las cabañas
Terrace/patio

13. Cozy Corner With Pool Minutes Away From the Beach

Cozy Corner With Pool Minutes Away From the Beach
2.0 star property
14.7 km from Playa El Palmar
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Cozy Corner With Pool Minutes Away From the Beach
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Compare popular hotels close to Playa El Palmar

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a covered seating area.
Manglar Lodge
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
218 reviews
View
A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.
San Carlos Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
41 reviews
View
A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
10 reviews
View
Pool
Bay View Hotel
3.0 star property
6.6
106 reviews
View
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled roof.
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
69 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Playa El Palmar

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a covered seating area.

Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
3.0 star property
San Carlos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218)
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Manglar Lodge

Other attractions near Playa El Palmar

La Ensenada Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Ensenada Beach during your trip to San Carlos?
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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, Bay View Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Manglar Lodge 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.