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 and neighborhoods 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 AED 116 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
AED 116
AED 127 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (39 reviews)
"The room was clean and beds were comfortable. It was a 15 minute walk to the beach and next to local corner stores and restaurants. The owner was nice and showed us around when we came in. It was also around a 20 minute walk from the bus stop so there's no need for a car to move around. Theres a ..."

Reviewed on 8 August 2026

San Carlos Beach Inn
Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle 1ra San Carlos
The price is AED 257 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
AED 257
AED 283 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada ...
Bay View Hotel
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

3 out of 5
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos San Carlos panama oeste
The price is AED 271 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
AED 271
AED 360 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are ...
7.8/10 Good! (8 reviews)
"What a wonderful place to find out what life on the Pacific coast of Panama is like and what it can be for you. Brooke and her staff are everything you would want in them. Friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating and supportive. Breakfast is included and is the only meal served daily. Definitely try ..."

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco 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.
Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service

Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service

San Carlos Panamá Oeste
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Ensenada Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Exceeded expectations"

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Beach House with Ocean View - Rooftop Jacuzzi & Pool - Concierge Service
Villa Vita Oceanfront Mansion

Villa Vita Oceanfront Mansion

San Carlos
Stay at this villa in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions La Ensenada Beach and Playa El Palmar are located ...
Villa Vita Oceanfront Mansion
Beautiful apt on the beach, with wonderful cross breezes to keep you cool

Beautiful apt on the beach, with wonderful cross breezes to keep you cool

EL palmar SAN CARLOS
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Beautiful views!
"What a great experience for our first time in Panama!!! Check in was a breeze. We appreciated that we felt safe, especially with our 18 year old granddaughter with us. The unit was well stocked and clean; beds comfortable and AC worked well. We had nice ocean breezes. We could just get up in the ..."

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Beautiful apt on the beach, with wonderful cross breezes to keep you cool
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.

Stay near popular San Carlos attractions