San Carlos Travel Guide

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Paisaje panoramico de Atardecer en Laguna San Carlos Panamá
Paisaje panoramico de Atardecer en Laguna San Carlos Panamá
Paisaje panoramico de laguna de San Carlos y montañas Panamá
Volando sobre montañas Panama
Super cool platforms made of up cycled timbers and materials. The platforms are perched on the top of a hill that overlooks tree tops towards the ocean. We are a seven minute-twelve minute walk to 3 excellent surf breaks. The platforms sleep 9 and include a full kitchen, two full bathrooms, and three "sleeping pods". Rates are as low as $58 a night during the week. Contact at chimene.longwater@gmail.com of Whatsapp at 305-906-1247

Where to stay in San Carlos

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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.

Costa Esmeralda
San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn

3 out of 5
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

San Carlos Beach Inn
Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge

3 out of 5
Calle 1 norte El palmar San Carlos Panama
The price is ₹7,602 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹7,602
₹8,362 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

Manglar Lodge
Casa Blanca

Casa Blanca

4 out of 5
5 95-5 San Carlos District San Carlos
The price is ₹6,704 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
₹6,704
₹7,374 total
27 Jan - 28 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

Casa Blanca
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

The Golf-view Condo by Acomodo

2 out of 5
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 Golf-view Condo by Acomodo
The Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo

The Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo

2 out of 5
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 Palms Penthouse by Acomodo Punta Caelo
The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo

The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo

2 out of 5
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.
The Golf Oasis Villa by Acomodo
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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