San Carlos

Travel Guide

A calm lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A lake surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A mountainous landscape with a lake, a village, and a prominent cliff.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak and a lake.

Where to stay in San Carlos

Find the best San Carlos areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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

San Carlos Beach Inn

3 out of 5
calle mendoza San Carlos Provincia de Panamá
The price is S$44 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
S$44
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa El Palmar ...
8.4/10 Very good! (38 reviews)
"Clean rooms"

Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2026

San Carlos Beach Inn
Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle 1ra San Carlos
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$85 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
S$85
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a business centre. Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa El Palmar are ...
Bay View Hotel
Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge

3 out of 5
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is S$105 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
S$105
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Coronado Beach and Playa El Palmar are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (217 reviews)
"Small and clean. No pool. Beach is rocky and not good for swimming."

Reviewed on 29 Jun, 2026

Manglar Lodge
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.
Surfside Beachfront Suites by Playa Caracol Resorts

Surfside Beachfront Suites by Playa Caracol Resorts

3.5 out of 5
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.
7.8/10 Good! (42 reviews)
"Good place. Worth the price"

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2026

Surfside Beachfront Suites by Playa Caracol Resorts
Villas Residences by Playa Caracol Resorts

Villas Residences by Playa Caracol Resorts

3.5 out of 5
Carr Bejuco-Punta Chame Punta Chame Provincia de Panamá Oeste
Stay at this beach holiday home in Punta Chame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Playa Malibú is located nearby.
8.4/10 Very good! (8 reviews)
"Everything was perfect except the cable box wasn’t working on the TV"

Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2026

Villas Residences by Playa Caracol Resorts
Apartamento en Playa Blanca Town Center

Apartamento en Playa Blanca Town Center

3 out of 5
Playa Blanca Beach Resort Rio Hato Cocle
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Rio Hato. Enjoy free parking, 4 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Playa Blanca and La Casa de Lourdes ...
7.8/10 Good! (56 reviews)
"Apartment in good conditions and very clear. The amenities of the residence were excellent."

Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2026

Apartamento en Playa Blanca Town Center
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.

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