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1. Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
San Carlos
$54
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Manglar Lodge
A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.
A staircase with white walls and a wooden handrail leading to a balcony with a view of the sky and mountains.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains.
A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a mural on the wall.

2. San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn
San Carlos
$32
$35 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
San Carlos Beach Inn
A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.
A staircase leading to a terrace with a view of the sunset over the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and thatched structures.
An outdoor restaurant with a bar area, white plastic chairs, and tables.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

3. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Costa Esmeralda
$93
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
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4. Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel
San Carlos
$70
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Bay View Hotel
A living room with a black leather sofa, a television mounted on the wall, a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets, and a dining table.
A red single-story house with a tiled roof, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A garden with a large tree, a red building, and various shrubs.
A kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

5. Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
San Carlos
$59
$65 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
A beach with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the ocean.
A multi-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a sink and countertop, and a view of the ocean.

6. Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel
Las Uvas
$70
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.
A well-lit outdoor area with a pathway leading to a building, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A house with a small backyard, a pool, and various tropical plants.
A beach with a clear sky, sunlight reflecting on the water, and mountains in the background.

7. Casa Swell Coronado

Casa Swell Coronado
Las Lajas
$99
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Casa Swell Coronado
A poolside area with a table and chairs, a view of a lush landscape, and a clear sky.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a cash register.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view, and a decorative wall piece.

8. Hotel Eclipse

Hotel Eclipse
San Jose
$71
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Eclipse
A beach with a curved shoreline and waves.
A pathway leading to a gated entrance surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A kitchen with a large island, hanging wicker pendant lights, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

9. El litoral

El litoral
Las Lajas
$117
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
El litoral
A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain backdrop.
A balcony with wicker furniture and a small table, offering a view of a mountainous landscape.
A two-story house with a covered patio, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery through large sliding doors.

10. The Golden Frog Inn

The Golden Frog Inn
El Valle de Anton
$93
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Golden Frog Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.
A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit at the center, overlooking the ocean.
A beachfront hotel with multiple high-rise buildings, a sandy beach, and clear blue waters.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and red pan. There is a dining area with a table set for two, a blue sofa, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

11. Radisson Riviera Panama

Radisson Riviera Panama
Punta Chame
$132
$145 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Radisson Riviera Panama
A beach view with a playground, palm trees, and beach chairs.
A modern living room with a large TV, seating area, and a view of the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table. There is a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach and palm trees.

12. Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts
Punta Chame
$80
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts
A modern two-story building with a swimming pool.
A rooftop parking area with a concrete surface, a metal fence on one side, and a building with large windows and an air conditioning unit on the other.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, a refrigerator, and a sink.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

13. Gorgona Beach Hotel

Gorgona Beach Hotel
Nueva Gorgona
$32
$36 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Gorgona Beach Hotel
A balcony with two white chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A row of blue lounge chairs on a sandy beach with palm trees and a thatched-roof structure in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery through the window.
A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach view.

14. Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort

Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
Punta Chame
$80
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
An aerial view of a residential area with two swimming pools, surrounded by houses with sloped roofs.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a pool area with outdoor furniture.
A modern living room with a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A residential complex with multiple two-story houses, a central swimming pool, and a parking area.

15. Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort

Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
Punta Chame
$96
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
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16. Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites

Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites
Las Lajas
$98
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Twin room in Coronado Luxury Club & Suites
Pool
An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A bar area with multiple screens, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a view of the ocean.

17. Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive
Rio Hato
$177
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive
Two small, single-story buildings with stone foundations and red roofs, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and flowering plants.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted TV, and a sofa.
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a stone pathway, and a mountainous landscape in the background.
A buffet table with various food items and a wooden crate.

18. Hotel Campestre

Hotel Campestre
El Valle de Anton
$107
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Campestre
A cozy indoor garden with stone flooring, wooden furniture, and various potted plants.
A garden pathway leading to a building with a stone facade and a central entrance.
A swimming pool with red chairs and a pergola with a patterned wall.
A stone staircase leading to a building entrance with a traditional archway, surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers.

19. Casa Madre Tierra

Casa Madre Tierra
Los Llanitos
$179
$196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Casa Madre Tierra
A beach with a palm tree and a clear view of the ocean.
A courtyard with a tiled roof, a pathway, and a well-maintained lawn.
A courtyard with a tiled roof, palm trees, and a pathway leading to a building.
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled roof.

20. Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
Rio Hato
$120
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
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Top neighborhoods in San Carlos

Costa Esmeralda

San Carlos's Costa Esmeralda neighborhood offers attractions including La Ensenada Beach.

Top landmarks in San Carlos

Playa El Palmar

8.2/10 (23 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Playa El Palmar is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central San Carlos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to La Ensenada Beach located nearby.
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La Ensenada Beach

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to La Ensenada Beach, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central San Carlos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Playa El Palmar located nearby.
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Learn more about San Carlos

San Carlos is well-known for its attractions such as Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach. Visitors speak highly of this beachside city's restaurants and secluded setting.

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A resort with a swimming pool, beach, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

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An aerial view of a property with a large building, a patio area with tables and chairs, and surrounding greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A two-story building with a covered outdoor seating area, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.
Two people dining at a table with a variety of dishes, a bottle, and a string of lights in the background.

Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
San Carlos

10/10 Exceptional

United States
howard
Manglar Lodge
A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.
A staircase with white walls and a wooden handrail leading to a balcony with a view of the sky and mountains.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains.
A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a mural on the wall.

San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn
San Carlos

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jorge
San Carlos Beach Inn
A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.
A staircase leading to a terrace with a view of the sunset over the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and thatched structures.
An outdoor restaurant with a bar area, white plastic chairs, and tables.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Costa Esmeralda

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jennifer
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.
A well-lit outdoor area with a pathway leading to a building, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A house with a small backyard, a pool, and various tropical plants.
A beach with a clear sky, sunlight reflecting on the water, and mountains in the background.

Casa Swell Coronado

Casa Swell Coronado
Las Lajas

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Mark
Casa Swell Coronado
A beach with a curved shoreline and waves.
A pathway leading to a gated entrance surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A kitchen with a large island, hanging wicker pendant lights, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

El litoral

El litoral
Las Lajas

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Susan
El litoral
A cozy indoor garden with stone flooring, wooden furniture, and various potted plants.
A garden pathway leading to a building with a stone facade and a central entrance.
A swimming pool with red chairs and a pergola with a patterned wall.
A stone staircase leading to a building entrance with a traditional archway, surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers.

Casa Madre Tierra

Casa Madre Tierra
Los Llanitos

10/10 Exceptional

United States
james
Casa Madre Tierra
A beach with a palm tree and a clear view of the ocean.
A courtyard with a tiled roof, a pathway, and a well-maintained lawn.
A courtyard with a tiled roof, palm trees, and a pathway leading to a building.
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled roof.

Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
Rio Hato

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Daniel
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.
A covered patio area with hammocks, outdoor furniture, and potted plants.
Terrace/patio
A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, a wooden cabinet with a television, and a small table with a lamp.

Caracoral Hotel Boutique & Spa

Caracoral Hotel Boutique & Spa
El Valle de Anton

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Joey
Caracoral Hotel Boutique & Spa
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.
A pathway leading to a building with a view of a mountainous landscape.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a double sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A modern black building with a glass balcony, surrounded by a garden with plants and a paved area with chairs.

Nomada Republic Hotel El Valle

Nomada Republic Hotel El Valle
El Valle de Anton

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Matthew
Nomada Republic Hotel El Valle
A large tree with a bench and a railing in a lush garden setting.
A hostel with a stone archway, a sign for a hostel and spa, and a child standing in the doorway.
A living room with a television, a keyboard, a drum set, and a colorful rug.
A room with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a tiled floor. There are paintings on the walls and a door leading to another room.

La Casita de Don Daniel

La Casita de Don Daniel
El Valle de Anton

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anna
La Casita de Don Daniel
A modern building with multiple levels and large glass windows, surrounded by a grassy area and string lights.
A modern, open-plan house with a glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a grassy lawn.
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs, with a view of the beach and ocean in the background.
A beach with boats and a person kite surfing.

Nomada Republic Hotel Punta Chame

Nomada Republic Hotel Punta Chame
Punta Chame

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Nancy
Nomada Republic Hotel Punta Chame
A poolside area with a table and chairs, a view of a lush landscape, and a clear sky.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a cash register.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view, and a decorative wall piece.

Hotel Eclipse

Hotel Eclipse
San Jose

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Karla
Hotel Eclipse
A poolside lounge area with two white cushioned chairs and a lantern, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A restaurant interior with shelves of wine bottles, a central table with a plant, and a visible kitchen area.
A beachside lounge with wicker furniture, a wooden walkway, and palm trees.
A two-story house with a swimming pool in front, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
El Chiru

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
An aerial view of a residential area with two swimming pools, surrounded by houses with sloped roofs.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a pool area with outdoor furniture.
A modern living room with a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A residential complex with multiple two-story houses, a central swimming pool, and a parking area.

Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort

Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
Punta Chame

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jhon
Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
A balcony with two white chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A row of blue lounge chairs on a sandy beach with palm trees and a thatched-roof structure in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery through the window.
A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach view.

Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort

Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
Punta Chame

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Linda
Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.
A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit at the center, overlooking the ocean.
A beachfront hotel with multiple high-rise buildings, a sandy beach, and clear blue waters.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and red pan. There is a dining area with a table set for two, a blue sofa, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

Radisson Riviera Panama

Radisson Riviera Panama
Punta Chame

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Marianela
Radisson Riviera Panama
A beach view with a playground, palm trees, and beach chairs.
A modern living room with a large TV, seating area, and a view of the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table. There is a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach and palm trees.

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts
Punta Chame

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Karryl
Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

Frequently Asked Questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in San Carlos?

Guests like Bay View Hotel, San Carlos Beach Inn and San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge.

Where can I find free parking with my stay in San Carlos?

Park your car for free at these properties: San Carlos Beach Inn and Manglar Lodge.

Can I book a refundable hotel in San Carlos?

If you need the flexibility to change your plans to San Carlos, most hotels provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in San Carlos if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?

If you want a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 16 vacation homes. In addition, there are 21 apartments and 9 condos.

What will the weather in San Carlos be like during my visit?

With an average temperature of 78°F, San Carlos is a great place if you want to enjoy the sunshine year all year long.

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