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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (32 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
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.394.230 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.394.230
Rp1.533.653 total
1 Feb - 2 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! (204 reviews)
Very reasonably priced. Breakfast was great. A bit of a hostel/lodge wrapped up in one!
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Casa Blanca
5 95-5 San Carlos District San Carlos
The price is Rp1.229.458 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
Rp1.229.458
Rp1.352.404 total
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
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 Golf-view 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.
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.
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
Rp504.570
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
