Costa Esmeralda Travel Guide
San Carlos
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Popular places to visit
Playa La Ensenada
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa La Ensenada during your trip to San Carlos?
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

Valle De Anton Rainfall Hot Springs and Nature Private Tour
£71
per adult
Top hotels in Costa Esmeralda

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Boca del rio calle playa, San Carlos San Carlos panama oeste
The price is £74 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
£74
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Playa El Palmar and Playa La Ensenada are located ...
6.4/10 (5 reviews)
It was an amazing stay, we went there for our anniversary and we had such a great time! The room was squeaky clean, the staff was very helpful always able to help with suggestions and making our stay as comfortable as possible, the beach is a few steps away and the beach chairs were so comfy. I will ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center
Carretera Interamericana km 108 Rio Hato
The price is £148 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
£148
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
The activities were not long for the children.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive
Finca 43.668 Rio Hato Cocle
Stay at this beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great resort with fantastic activities! The beach was beautiful with plenty of loungers around both the beach area and pools. Nice rooms and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Avenida Principal Farallon Kilometro 115 Rio Hato Cocle
The price is £187 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
£187
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Blanca and Farallón Beach are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The rooms were spacious with a nice patio facing the ocean. All the staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive
115 Km Via Interamericana Rio Hato Cocle
The price is £144 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
£144
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rio Hato. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Blanca and La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
Guys, please don't stay there, it was the worst hotel I've stayed at in my life. It took me 4 hours to get there from the airport, when my friend and I arrived at the hotel, the room was dirty, stain on the sheets, and the bathroom was a mess. Although the staff was very sweet, and they changed my ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Radisson Riviera Panama
Corregimiento de Chame Punta Chame Panamá Oeste
The price is £111 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£111
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Punta Chame. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Playa Malibú is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
Nos encantó!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
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.
