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
Rp504.570
per adult
Electric Bikes Rental in El Valle de Anton
Rp504.570
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tours in the Valley from RIU Playa Blanca, Buenaventura and Bijao
Rp756.855
per adult
Guided E-bike Tour: Discovering El Valle de Anton
Rp1.093.235
per adult
3 Hour Private Tour to Cerro Cariguana
Rp1.093.235
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3 Hour Private Waterfall Hike in El Palmar
Rp1.093.235
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 Rp3.586.362 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp3.586.362
Rp3.944.998 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! (1,011 reviews)
The staff was so courteous. I had a great experience.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive
Finca 43.668 Rio Hato Cocle
The price is Rp4.079.712 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp4.079.712
Rp4.487.683 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 Rp2.739.597 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
Rp2.739.597
Rp3.013.557 total
16 Jan - 17 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 Rp3.093.547 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp3.093.547
Rp3.402.902 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 Rp4.421.774 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp4.421.774
Rp4.863.951 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! (694 reviews)
Staff is super friendly. Great food and overall good installations although the pool area near the beach can use some maintenance/update.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
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.
