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Where to stay in San Carlos?

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in San Carlos on Hotels.com. These San Carlos hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 14 October 2026.
An aerial view of a property with a large building, a patio area with tables and chairs, and surrounding greenery.
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.
A person standing in the ocean with arms raised, wearing a black top and denim shorts.

1. Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
San Carlos
€59
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 two-story building with a thatched-roof structure, a balcony, and a parked car.

2. San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn
San Carlos
€31
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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 beach scene with a fire pit, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

3. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Costa Esmeralda
€89
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
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Bar (on property)
Pool

4. Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel
San Carlos
€69
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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 kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.
A hammock on a balcony with a view of greenery and a clear sky.
A red single-story house with a tiled roof, surrounded by greenery and trees.

5. Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
San Carlos
€58
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
A poolside area with a table and chairs, a view of a lush landscape, and a clear sky.
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, multiple ceiling fans, and a bar counter with a TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view, and a decorative wall piece.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a cash register.

6. Hotel Eclipse

Hotel Eclipse
San Jose
€70
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Eclipse
A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.
A house with a small backyard, a pool, and various tropical plants.
A well-lit outdoor area with a pathway leading to a building, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A clear swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by umbrellas.

7. Casa Swell Coronado

Casa Swell Coronado
Las Lajas
€97
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Casa Swell Coronado
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 spacious room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a glass coffee table.

8. Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel
Las Uvas
€69
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel
A beach with a curved shoreline and waves.
A kitchen with a large island, hanging wicker pendant lights, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.
A pathway leading to a gated entrance surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

9. El litoral

El litoral
Las Lajas
€114
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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 cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery through large sliding doors.
A lobby with a high ceiling, brick walls, and a central bench.

10. The Golden Frog Inn

The Golden Frog Inn
El Valle de Anton
€95
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Golden Frog Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.
A beach with rows of sun loungers and wooden cabanas with white curtains.
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.
A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit at the center, overlooking the ocean.

11. Radisson Riviera Panama

Radisson Riviera Panama
Punta Chame
€130
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Radisson Riviera Panama
A modern two-story building with a swimming pool.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, a refrigerator, and a sink.
A modern kitchen with a sink, a potted plant, and a wooden cutting board.
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.

12. Gorgona Beach Hotel

Gorgona Beach Hotel
Nueva Gorgona
€32
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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 a large pool, multiple balconies, and a view of the ocean.

13. Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort

Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
Punta Chame
€98
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
A beach view with a playground, palm trees, and beach chairs.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.
A modern living room with a large TV, seating area, and a view of the ocean.

14. Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts
Punta Chame
€98
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts
Pool
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with a view of the ocean, thatched roof, wicker furniture, and potted plants.
A bar area with multiple screens, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

15. Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive
Rio Hato
€174
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive
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 residential complex with multiple two-story houses, a central swimming pool, and a parking area.
A balcony with a wicker sofa and a small table, overlooking a pool and palm trees.

16. Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort

Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
Punta Chame
€63
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
A beach with a palm tree and a clear view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled roof.
A courtyard with a tiled roof, a pathway, and a well-maintained lawn.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, hammocks, and wooden furniture.

17. Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
Rio Hato
€107
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.
A modern black building with a glass balcony, surrounded by a garden with plants and a paved area with chairs.
A dining area with a large table and wicker chairs, large windows with a mountain view, and stone pillars.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a double sink, and a window with a view of greenery.

18. Nomada Republic Hotel El Valle

Nomada Republic Hotel El Valle
El Valle de Anton
€85
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Nomada Republic Hotel El Valle
A cozy indoor garden with stone flooring, wooden furniture, and various potted plants.
A swimming pool with red chairs and a pergola with a patterned wall.
A garden pathway leading to a building with a stone facade and a central entrance.
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
€175
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Casa Madre Tierra
A stone-walled, arched tunnel with a reflective water surface and a central column.
A spa area with a central pool, stone walls, and arched ceilings.
A breakfast buffet with various food items and a view of a garden through a glass enclosure.
A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by large windows offering views of the outdoors.

20. Hotel La Compania Del Valle

Hotel La Compania Del Valle
El Valle de Anton
€196
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel La Compania Del Valle
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Top neighbourhoods in San Carlos

Costa Esmeralda

San Carlos's Costa Esmeralda neighbourhood 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a refundable accommodation option in San Carlos?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to San Carlos, most hotels offer refundable* rates that you can book. 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 holiday rental instead of a hotel?

If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 16 holiday 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 26°C, San Carlos is a great place if you want to enjoy the sunshine all year long.

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