Costa Esmeralda Travel Guide
San Carlos
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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.
Things to do
Jungle ATV Waterfall and Zipline Adventure from Panama City
£140
per adult
Panama City: ATV Jungle Adventure Discover Volcano & Waterfall
£129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Bike Tour Waterfall, Views & Local Life
£35
per adult
Top hotels in Costa Esmeralda
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos, San Carlos, panama oeste
Stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Teta Beach are located ...
6/10 (3 reviews)
"This place was great! And the Staff was excellent. A perfect little hideaway on the beach"
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2024
Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center
Carretera Interamericana km 108, Rio Hato
The price is £115 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£115
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Rio Hato. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (868 reviews)
"Amazing beach and good meals"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025
Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive
Finca 43.668, Rio Hato, Cocle
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It was perfect for a family trip"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025
Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Avenida Principal Farallon. Kilometro 11, Carretera Interamericana - Penonome, Rio Hato, Cocle
The price is £117 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£117
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Blanca and Farallón Beach ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Food was very good!, we love the beach and big slides. Service in restaurants could be better. Cleanless was ok but not perfect."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive
115 Km Via Interamericana, Rio Hato, Cocle
The price is £112 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
£112
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Helpful professional staff"
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025
The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
340 Calle 3ra Buenaventura, Buenaventura Beach Community, El Chiru, Cocle
The price is £148 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£148
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in El Chiru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (640 reviews)
"It’s a beautiful resort with a great golf course very exclusive place"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
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