San Carlos

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San Carlos
Photo by Pako Wong
Photo by Pako Wong
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Where to stay in San Carlos

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Marina Real

While Marina Real might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cerro Tetakawi and Piedras Beach.

Marina Real
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Villas California

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villas California and surrounding area, you can visit Los Algodones and Cerro Tetakawi.

Villas California
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Costa Del Mar

While Costa Del Mar isn't home to many top sights, Los Algodones and La Manga are some notable places to visit nearby.

Costa Del Mar
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Villa Hermosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

Villa Hermosa
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El Creston

Though El Creston might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

El Creston
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Sector Bahia

While Sector Bahia might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi.

Sector Bahia
Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Hotel San Carlos Plaza
3 out of 5
Paseo Mar de Bermejo, Los Algodones, San Carlos, SON
The price is ¥17,070 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
¥17,070
¥20,313 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (454 reviews)
"I really like the stay. I loved the food and restaurant. The service of the waiter Cosme is excellent! The only thing I would like to say that I did not like is that the schedule of the pool is from 9am- 9pm which is late in the morning, so the day you are departing you cannot use it. Also they have ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Sea of Cortez Beach Club
Sea of Cortez Beach Club
3 out of 5
Paseo Mar Bermejo Parcela 7, San Carlos, SON
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Location, good service, nice view."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Sea of Cortez Beach Club
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Calle Gabriel Estrada S/n, Sector La Herradura, San Carlos, SON
The price is ¥14,704 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
¥14,704
¥17,498 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The view was fantastic. Plenty of food options in walking distance. Safe."

Reviewed on May 13, 2025

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
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.
Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos
Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos
2.5 out of 5
71 Malibú Nte. Fracc. Villa California, San Carlos, Son.
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (81 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
4 out of 5
Ruta 124 Playa Algodones, San Carlos, SON
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
"We couldn’t get hot water in the shower."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
Evamar San Carlos
Evamar San Carlos
3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Rafael Jesús Caballero,, predio el baviso porción B, San Carlos, Sonora
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
"The staff was great. The rooms are very clean and spacious. We will definitely recommend and come again."

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Evamar San Carlos
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.

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Reviews of San Carlos

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
28
5 - Excellent 57%
4 - Good
16
4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
4
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It’s my Mexico choice. Still Mexico unlike Cabo and Rocky Point

5/5 - Excellent

Phoenix,

I am very familiar with San Carlos have lived in San Carlos now live in Phoenix, I can tell you I will stay at this hotel every time I come down to visit extremely safe the staff is outstanding as clean easy access to transportation the parking is ea

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Comida y hospedaje fantastico

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

There are many beaches San Carlos, including many that are relatively secluded. Do some research or ask the locals about choices that correspond to your preferences. Also,some beaches during part of the year may be subject to stinging jellyfish.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

San Carlos in general is lacking tourism and it shows. Decedent and dirty, that is what is left of a once a beautiful place. Its sad to see since locals and services are great. A LOT needs to be done to cleanup ALL trash and repair tourism areas.

5/5 - Excellent

G

The best sunset ever!!!

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