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! (33 reviews)
The hotel is well located and Edgar was friendly on our late check in.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Manglar Lodge
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is Rp1.391.832 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
Rp1.391.832
Rp1.531.015 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (207 reviews)
Good location for a short stay, close to the Rio Hato airport. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Casa Blanca
5 95-5 San Carlos District San Carlos
Stay at this spa guesthouse in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada ...
4/10 (1 review)
Not what I expected
The entrance is directly to the street and no safe parking
Reviewed on 5 Mar 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 Acomodelo Condo by Acomodo
San Carlos Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. 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.
7.4/10 Good! (33 reviews)
La vía del acceso al hotel está en muy mal estado hay 13 km que uno tiene que recorrer a menos de 10 km/h y en un rústico porque sino puedes dañar el auto o desinflar una llanta.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Gorgona Beach Hotel
Calle Quinta Sur en Playa Gorgona Nueva Gorgona Panamá Oeste Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Nueva Gorgona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa Malibú are located ...
6/10 (7 reviews)
Not my favorite
It took me quite a while to find the hotel. I assumed I was lost and contacted the property asking them to send a location. Turns out I had gone to the right place, but there was no sign, nothing to indicate it was a hotel. There is a large gate, but no instructions anywhere how to get in. I contacted ...
Reviewed on 21 Jun 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
Rp504.600
per adult
Tours in the Valley from RIU Playa Blanca and Buenaventura Resort.
Rp756.900
per adult
Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
Rp504.600
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
Rp1.093.300
per adult
3 Hour Private Tour to Cerro Cariguana
Rp1.093.300
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3 Hour Private Waterfall Hike in El Palmar
Rp1.093.300
per adult
