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1. San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn
3.0 star property
San Carlos
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (38 reviews)
"The hotel is well located and Edgar was friendly on our late check in."
United States
Jorge
The price is ￥4,856
￥5,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
San Carlos Beach Inn
Aerial view

2. Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
3.0 star property
San Carlos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (217 reviews)
"Staff was good no beach view"
United States
James
The price is ￥11,484
￥12,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Manglar Lodge
Exterior

3. Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel
3.0 star property
San Carlos
6.6 out of 10, (104 reviews)
"Nice and quiet place..!"
United States
Jorge
The price is ￥11,012
￥12,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Bay View Hotel
Exterior

4. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
3.0 star property
Costa Esmeralda
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Just pending a TV, but all was OK"
United States
Roberto
The price is ￥11,616
￥15,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Exterior

5. Casa Blanca

Casa Blanca
4.0 star property
San Carlos
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The entrance is directly to the street and no safe parking "
United States
Raymundo
The price is ￥14,018
￥15,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Casa Blanca
Sports facility

6. Acuarela Hostal - Hostel

Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
2.0 star property
Rio Hato
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay. The staff is exceptionally kind, and creates a wonderful environment."
Canada
Tori-Ann
The price is ￥2,863
￥6,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
Front of property

7. Gorgona Beach Hotel

Gorgona Beach Hotel
2.0 star property
Nueva Gorgona
5.6 out of 10, (9 reviews)
"Location is not OK on Waze, first write to then to give you exactly location, name is wrong, is not Hotel is Gorgona Beach House. Pool was dirty, not plenty parking lots, there is a stair very badly designed, do not hold the stairs sideways, there is no kitchenette as it says, there is no table, neither chairs, and you need to call or chat everytime to open the gate that is closed for safety resons."
United States
Berta
The price is ￥4,869
￥5,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Gorgona Beach Hotel
Exterior

8. Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Las Uvas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Amazing beachfront!"
Canada
Max
The price is ￥10,660
￥11,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel
View from property

9. Hotel Eclipse

Hotel Eclipse
3.0 star property
San Jose
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Phenomenal view!"
United States
Karla
The price is ￥10,178
￥11,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Hotel Eclipse
Beach nearby, black sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers

10. Hotel Casa Mezcal

Hotel Casa Mezcal
2.0 star property
Nueva Gorgona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"The real Panamá experience "
United States
Albert
The price is ￥7,544
￥8,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hotel Casa Mezcal
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Top San Carlos Hotel Reviews

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Super super old hotel! If you been to AllInclusive in Mexico that would be ammenities from 1990s… but service amazing, food was pretty good! Very Old rooms but AC blasting good Zero complains for such an outdated property!!!"
SERGE 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Muy buenas instalaciones"
Aymar 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive

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When is the best time for a budget trip to San Carlos?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to San Carlos, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in San Carlos are October, November, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Carlos?
San Carlos is known for its dining options and surfing, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Playa Blanca, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Hunt for bargains with some shopping at Coronado Mall and Sunday Market, or check out the area's cultural spots like Anton Valley Historical and Cultural Museum.
How can I get to San Carlos and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in San Carlos can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 14.3 mi (23 km) from the center in Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), which is 42.9 mi (69 km) away. San Carlos might not have many public transit options to choose from so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.