Costa Esmeralda
San Carlos
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Popular places to visit
Playa La Ensenada
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?
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.
Things to do

Tours in the Valley from RIU Playa Blanca and Buenaventura Resort.
€37
per adult

Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
€54
per adult

Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
€25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Private Bike Tour Waterfall, Views & Local Life
€32
per adult

Private Beach Day in Santa Clara Pacific Ocean
€104
per adult
Top hotels in Costa Esmeralda

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos San Carlos panama oeste
Stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located ...
6.4/10 (5 reviews)
It was an amazing stay, we went there for our anniversary and we had such a great time! The room was squeaky clean, the staff was very helpful always able to help with suggestions and making our stay as comfortable as possible, the beach is a few steps away and the beach chairs were so comfy. I will ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive
Finca 43.668 Rio Hato Cocle
Stay at this beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Las instalaciones del hotel muy buenas (aunque pueden mejorar algún detalle como disponer acondicionador y shampoo en lugar de jabón/shampoo/acondicionador, 3 en 1...), impecable la limpieza. La comida bien en general, si bien en especial los restaurantes de especialidad pueden mejorar (nos pareció ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Avenida Principal Farallon Kilometro 115 Rio Hato Cocle
The price is €181 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
€181
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Blanca and Farallón Beach are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Habitación amplia y limpia con excelente balcón. Alimentos abundantes y agradables, bebidas alcohólicas, entretenimiento, show, playa. Excelente. Muy buena alternativa, lo recomiendo
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center
Carretera Interamericana km 108 Rio Hato
The price is €150 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
€150
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rio Hato. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Very clean, nice staff, food was good , drinks were good but limited, should have more than 1 beer and 2 dry wines, at least a semi dry or sweet.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
340 Calle 3ra Buenaventura El Chiru Cocle
The price is €189 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
€189
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in El Chiru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (706 reviews)
The rooms were spacious and clean. The room had unforgettable view. Pacific Ocean beach is 5 minutes walk from the hotel. Balcony was overlooking the beautiful river and palm trees with golf course. Staff were courteous, friendly and attentive. Our family of 4 stayed for 2 nights and had a great ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive
115 Km Via Interamericana Rio Hato Cocle
The price is €157 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€157
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Blanca and Farallón Beach are located ...
6.6/10 (1,004 reviews)
My mom went there for her birthday and she was really happy.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 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.

