San Carlos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Carlos
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
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (30 reviews)
Staff and ease of getting a room . Service was prompt and Place was clean
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is Rp1.453.543 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
Rp1.453.543
Rp1.598.897 total
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 4 Oct 2025
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
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.
The Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located nearby.
The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this villa in San Carlos. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Playa La Ensenada and Playa El Palmar are located nearby.
Playa Caracol Residences Vacation Rental
Carr Bejuco-Punta Chame Punta Chame Panamá Oeste
Stay at this apartment in Punta Chame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Playa Malibú is located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (27 reviews)
Great, clean condo overlooking the pool and ocean. We didn't cook our meals, but used the restaurant on site. Staff was friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 7 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.
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.
Playa La Ensenada
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?
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
