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
The price is €30 per night from 29 May to 30 May
€30
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
"Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Bay View Hotel
Calle 1ra San Carlos
The price is €47 per night from 29 May to 30 May
€47
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a business centre. Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa El Palmar are ...
6.6/10 (101 reviews)
"Like others say, this place has so much potential but fails currently! The few good things - the bed was comfortable, the pool is nice, the beach view when the tide is in is great. The hotel is older and needs repair, the grounds need upkeep. Sidewalks, paths and stairs were dirty and had branches, ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is €69 per night from 29 May to 30 May
€69
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa El Palmar are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"Very private, very helpful staff"
Reviewed on 14 May 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.
Ocean views, Solaria, Punta Caleo, San Carlos, Panama - one minute walk to beach
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"great place; however, we selected it because they advertised a tennis court. It is a padel court, NOT a tennis court, so we could not play tennis there. Otherwise it was great!"
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service
San Carlos Panamá Oeste
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Ensenada Beach and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"The rooftop pool and jaccuzi area provides many hours of relaxation with a great view of the Pacific. I asked if there were cushions for the lougers during check-in and they arrived the next day....brand new. The jaccuzi went off a couple of times due to very short electrical interruption. The owner ..."
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Escape to Panama's best Pacific beach
San Carlos panama oeste
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. We could watch the large tidal changes and the changing waves from our balcony. Sunrises on the beach were magical. The pools were clean and the staff friendly and accommodating. The unit itself was very nice and clean and well accomodated. The hosts were extremely helpful ..."
Reviewed on 21 Apr 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.
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.
La Ensenada Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Ensenada Beach during your trip to San Carlos?
Things to do
Valley Tours from Riu Playa Blanca, Buenaventura Golf & Beach
€28
per adult
Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
€54
per adult
Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
€27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Valle De Anton Rainfall Hot Springs and Nature Private Tour
€73
per adult
Jungle ATV Waterfall Adventure from Panama City
€146
per adult
