Costa Esmeralda Travel Guide
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

Zipline Simple A Trial Of Our Zipline 30 Minutes
Rp502.500
per adult

Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
Rp502.500
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Tours in the Valley from RIU Playa Blanca, Buenaventura and Bijao
Rp753.750
per adult

Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
Rp1.088.750
per adult

3 Hour Private Tour to Cerro Cariguana
Rp1.088.750
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

3 Hour Private Waterfall Hike in El Palmar
Rp1.088.750
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 ...
5.6/10 (4 reviews)
Be warned: The pictures you're seeing of this property on Expedia tell only a fraction of the story. Upon arrival, our Uber driver had a hard time finding the entrance. Why? Because the weathered sign doesn't make it clear as to where or if there's a lobby.
Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Avenida Principal Farallon Kilometro 115 Rio Hato Cocle
The price is Rp3.574.037 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp3.574.037
Rp3.931.441 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (1,010 reviews)
Room was good. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive
Finca 43.668 Rio Hato Cocle
The price is Rp4.065.692 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp4.065.692
Rp4.472.261 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
The staff was super nice and helpful. I had so much fun !
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center
Carretera Interamericana km 108 Rio Hato
The price is Rp3.453.071 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
Rp3.453.071
Rp3.798.378 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
La pasamos muy bien
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive
115 Km Via Interamericana Rio Hato Cocle
The price is Rp3.082.915 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp3.082.915
Rp3.391.206 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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 (1,006 reviews)
Piscinas, resbaladeros
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
340 Calle 3ra Buenaventura El Chiru Cocle
The price is Rp4.406.578 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp4.406.578
Rp4.847.236 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (690 reviews)
Beautiful hotel in a stunning location. The staff was incredible, and the food was amazing. The room was spacious and well equipped, but it just needs some TLC. Bathrooms are outdated, as is the pool. However, overall, it was a great experience.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
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.
