San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

Boca Del Rio Valle playa San Carlos, San Carlos, Panama – Great location - show map

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8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
294 reviews

very nice set up at the hotel, rooms are comfortable and clean, nice view and close to the beach, the resort is lacking parking facilities but outside there is space to park if there is space available

Enrique Panama
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San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

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Set in San Carlos, just a few steps from El Palmar Beach, San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge offers beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a garden, a terrace and free WiFi. The property has sea and river views, and is 2.8 km from Rio Mar Beach. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. All units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area. The bed and breakfast features some units that feature a balcony and garden view, and units are fitted with a private bathroom and a desk. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. At the bed and breakfast, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and cocktails and specialises in international cuisine. You can play table tennis at San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge. The nearest airport is Panama Pacifico International, 91 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
3 double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
7.1
Low score for San Carlos
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Enrique
    Panama Panama
    “very nice set up at the hotel, rooms are comfortable and clean, nice view and close to the beach, the resort is lacking parking facilities but outside there is space to park if there is space available”
  • Darren-paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The owners and staff were great and I felt very well looked after”
  • Lee
    United States United States
    “The lady in charge helped with the bags, and sut us up with everything we needed. The bar tender took the reins and helped further. All Good!”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by San Carlos Surf Resort

Company review score: 8.8Based on 293 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

This hotel has been established since April 2019, it continues to grow and get better with each passing year. Our team is committed to helping you have a wonderful experience here in the town of San Carlos. Discover the endless beaches, amazing waves and beautiful mountain views in the distance.

Property information

This property is so special, most of the time there are not many people even on the beach, you can enjoy long beach walks during the low tides, confortable swimming during the high tides and if the waves are pumping you can surf at one the the 5 surf breaks right out front.

Neighbourhood information

We are snuggly located in a the very charming town of San Carlos, the town has grocery stores, a park, hospital and a few restaurants for dinning. There are many hikes and areas to explore near by, a day trip to El Valle is one you do not want to miss. Hiking in Parque Campana, Chica, Los Cajones and Fillipina are also all wonderful day trips that are within a 30 minutes drive from our location. The Marina at Vista Mar just 3 kilometers away offers fine dining and boat tours. This area offers much adventure for those visiting Panama. The Panamanian culture are well known for the parties, if you come on a weekend or holiday loud music can be expected and can continue into many hours of the night. If loud music is an issue for you, please check the Panama calendar and avoid those times.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Beach Bar and Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • River view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
Good free WiFi 38 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 20 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 16. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
US$10 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Discover Cash San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of US$20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

  • San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge is 0.7 miles from the centre of San Carlos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Table tennis
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Horse riding

  • San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Beach Bar and Kitchen

  • Check-in at San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • Room options at San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple

  • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.