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Manglar Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with restaurant

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Experience the serene atmosphere of this property, surrounded by lush vegetation and a beautifully manicured courtyard with multiple seating areas.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this serene garden setting offers a peaceful retreat with a two-story building featuring a flat roof and a balcony.
Guests can enjoy swimming and surfing in this public beach.
Ride the waves in a rugged coastal paradise with breathtaking ocean views.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a dark headboard.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Calle 1 norte El palmar, San Carlos, Panama
  • Playa El Palmar
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Teta Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Coronado Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

San Carlos

On the beach.Stay at this San Carlos hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Playa El Palmar and 9 miles (15 km) of Coronado Mall. Teta Beach is within 9 miles (15 km) and Coronado Beach is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa El Palmar - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Teta Beach - 19 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Coronado Beach - 20 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Farallón Beach - 34 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Playa Blanca - 36 min drive - 23.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boga Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Don Lee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Malibu - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Las Bovedas Restaurante - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Manglar Lodge

3-star beachfront hotel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Manglar Lodge also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San Carlos hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Manglar Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This San Carlos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: PAB 8 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PAB 8 to 10.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Manglar Lodge Hotel
Manglar Lodge
Manglar Lodge San Carlos
Manglar San Carlos
Manglar Lodge Panama/San Carlos
Manglar Lodge San Carlos
Manglar Lodge Hotel San Carlos

Frequently asked questions

How close is Manglar Lodge to the airport?

Manglar Lodge is 16.5 mi (28-min drive) away from the Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Manglar Lodge?

As of Jul 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manglar Lodge on Jul 13, 2025 start from $80.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Manglar Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Manglar Lodge.

How close is Manglar Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Manglar Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Manglar Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between PAB 8 and 10.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Manglar Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Manglar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Manglar Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Manglar Lodge have a pool?

Manglar Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Manglar Lodge have a restaurant?

Manglar Lodge is home to Manglar Lodge, which features international cuisine and garden views.

Does Manglar Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Manglar Lodge to downtown San Carlos?

Manglar Lodge is 1.6 mi away from San Carlos.

Manglar Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 202 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great beach location

Stayed for a couple days and check in and out was a breeze. The restaurant is very good inside the hotel. Very close to the beach and river. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Little Paradise

Ivan and his wife were gracious hosts. The property is well maintained and we loved the location. Breakfast is wonderful. The cheeseburger is the best I've ever had. Food is high quality. The beach is beautiful. Quiet, with few people. Make sure to ask Ivan where to go in the area. He will send you to some great places. Nicco's is a must. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place and Wonderful people.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the first time my wife and I had been back since our marriage almost 2 years ago so we were very excited to see our friends (Mafi and Ivan) for the first time as husband and wife at their awesome 4 room boutique hotel. My wife and I have been coming here for almost 7 years and I must say it was one of the best berried treasures we ever found in San Carlos Panama. This place has become home and the Mafi and Ivan is like visiting family. We enjoy sassy Mafi and Mr. Laid Back Ivan. We only got to stay one night January 8th to January 9th but it seemed like we were there a month. My wife and I ended up brining our friend as a last minute guest to just swim the day on the beach and when she decided to stay the night with us, Mafi and Ivan charged a very small fee for her to use our extra bed in our room. Our new friend is now in love with Manglar Lodge just as much as my wife and I are. The food and cocktails like always are delicious and enjoyable. I also got to purchase a lot of new items from their little gift shop like t shirts and cups to take back to America to both my daughter and mom. April 2024 will be my wife and I second wedding anniversary and we have already booked our Manglar Lodge hotel stay for this special day. If you are looking for a unique experience that is literally across the street from the beach this is the place. Sending mush love to Mafi and Ivan and see you in April to celebrate the wedding anniversary with Magi and I Te Amo
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on our last two days of a 16-day trip to Panama. We wanted a quiet place to rest up a little before our return trip home. We did not go wrong by choosing the Manglar Lodge. The staff was very helpful even with the language barrier. The restaurant provided good meals quickly which was a change from some of the other places we visited where it took a while to get food after ordering. My wife enjoyed her conversations with the owners about the area. They have unique souvenirs for purchase which my wife took advantage of.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great little place. We only stayed there one night but when we come back we'll definitely make sure we stay a couple more. The staff was outstanding the rooms were nice and clean and the little restaurant downstairs and bar we're pretty good all in all highly recommend this place off the beaten path of well worth it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positives: Cleanliness of room and facilities, proximity to beach, peaceful porch and patio areas
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great food and drinks and the hosts were incredibly helpful! Ivan even helped us by bringing our ID's and passports when we got stopped at a checkpoint by police and had unfortunately forgotten them! He talked them into only giving us a ticket instead of towing our rental care away! Fun live music on Friday nights! Would stay here again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely lodge in a very safe area. The food was wonderful and it was so pleasant to sit outside, enjoying the evening with the company of so many cats (the symbol of Manglar).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place. Reminds me of the Florida Keys.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful boutique lodge. Clean facilities and welcoming staff. Fantastic setting and food on premise was very good. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oasis by the beach

This is our third stay at Manglar Lodge. The owners have become friends and I’m sure we’ll always stay here. Excellent food and coffee. Good WiFi. Very close to the beach in a very tranquil environment. Gorgeous gardens around the big patio. It’s an oasis.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were fantastic. Pedasi is a wonderful town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Both my fiancé and I love Manglar Lodge. It’s a very cute and intimate boutique hotel that just a 2 to 3 minute walk to the beach. The owners Mafi and Alvon are more like family. We enjoy the delicious food dishes that Mafi always surprise us with. We love that the hotel only has 4 rooms which makes it very intimate. If your looking If your looking for a special play to share with that special person, I would definitely put Manglar Lodge on the list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

George Kamana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly people right the beach

Ivan was very helpful with the surf reports and very friendly. I enjoyed my stay right by the ocean.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trent, Carbondale, IL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sorry it took me a year to write this review from my last Manglar Lodge stay. I will be staying their again on January 5, 2021 and wanted to write this one before my next stay. Similar to the first time I stayed their in 2019 I am still extremely happy with my stay their. I always feel like I’m at home when I visit what I call a, “Diamond In The Rough”. I love this cute little 4 room hotel that is a stone through away from the beach. If there was not the additional property across the street in front of Manglar, this property would literally be on the beach. The best part about Manglar is the two owners Mafie and Ivan. They do everything for you from checking you in, making you a delicious cocktail to preparing your meals. The rooms are clean and cozy with air conditioning and cable tv. The showers are hot. The walk to the beach is literally like 6 minutes and if your an Olympic runner it’s 3 minutes. 😂😂😂 What makes this place so lovely is it’s simplicity. It’s just a taxi 🚖 ride to the little town of San Carlos. I can’t wait until my next stay in a week. In closing you must try Mafis delicious Rum Chatta cocktail 🍹 that’s like egg knog on steroids 😂😂😂 I also appreciate that Mafi the owner kept me updated with all the Covid rules via WhatsApp while I was still in America. You can’t beat this type of customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020