San Carlos

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in San Carlos

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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.

Costa Esmeralda
San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn

3 out of 5
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (30 reviews)
Staff and ease of getting a room . Service was prompt and Place was clean

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

San Carlos Beach Inn
Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle 1ra San Carlos
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada ...
6.4/10 (98 reviews)
Great location right on the beach. Spectacular panorama at a very reasonable price. Nice swimming pool and deck area. Easy access to the beach. Room was modest but clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and it seemed “family-run.” The on site restaurant had a good free breakfast and other meals ...

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Bay View Hotel
Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge

3 out of 5
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is ¥13,531 per night from Dec 26 to Dec 27
¥13,531
¥14,884 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (204 reviews)
Very reasonably priced. Breakfast was great. A bit of a hostel/lodge wrapped up in one!

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Manglar Lodge
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.
Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service

Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service

San Carlos Panamá Oeste
Stay at this vacation home in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
This house was amazing. From the rooftop pool to the huge patio deck, it provided everything a person could wish for in a vacation rental. The owner was extremely responsive before and during our rental period. The grounds were lovely and well kept up. The short walk to the beach was easy.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service
Backpackers Room at San Carlos Beach Inn

Backpackers Room at San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Panamá
Stay at this vacation home in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and patios. Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar are located ...
Backpackers Room at San Carlos Beach Inn
Hotel en San Carlos.san carlos beach inn ,5 minutes from the beach.(apartamento)

Hotel en San Carlos.san carlos beach inn ,5 minutes from the beach.(apartamento)

San Carlos Panamá
Stay at this vacation home in San Carlos. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located ...
Hotel en San Carlos.san carlos beach inn ,5 minutes from the beach.(apartamento)
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

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