Your Beach Escape in El Palmar, San Carlos, Panama

Located in El Palmar Beach, San Carlos, on Panama’s Pacific coast, Manglar Lodge is a small beach hotel and restaurant just 91 km from Panama City — approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes away, depending on traffic.


Only a short 2-minute walk from the beach, Manglar Lodge offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning, cable TV, and WiFi in a relaxed tropical setting surrounded by gardens and local wildlife.


El Palmar Beach is one of Panama’s best-known surf destinations, with consistent waves for both beginners and experienced surfers. Beyond surfing, guests can enjoy long beach walks, swimming, sunsets, or simply relaxing by the ocean.


After a day at the beach, enjoy good food, craft beer, and a laid-back atmosphere at our on-site restaurant — a favorite spot for both travelers and locals.


Whether you are looking for a surf trip, a quiet weekend escape, or a relaxing beach stay near Panama City, Manglar Lodge offers an authentic El Palmar experience.


RESERVATIONS

Comfortable Rooms, Great Food & Relaxed Beach Vibes

At Manglar Lodge, comfort meets the relaxed atmosphere of El Palmar Beach. Our small beach hotel offers four comfortable rooms designed for guests looking to enjoy the surf, the beach, and a peaceful stay on Panama’s Pacific coast.


Each room includes air conditioning, WiFi, cable TV, a coffee maker, a small refrigerator, private bathroom, and everything needed for a comfortable beach stay. Whether you are visiting for a surf trip, a weekend escape, or simply to disconnect, our relaxed setting makes it easy to slow down and enjoy the surroundings.


Outside the rooms, guests can unwind in our tropical gardens and terrace lounge surrounded by birds, butterflies, iguanas, and local wildlife that make El Palmar unique.


Good food is also part of the experience. Our on-site restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere with great meals, craft beer, and a casual beach vibe enjoyed by both guests and locals.


Just a short walk from El Palmar Beach, Manglar Lodge is the perfect place to surf, relax, eat well, and experience one of Panama’s favorite beach destinations near Panama City.

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Ready for a Relaxing Stay in El Palmar?

Enjoy comfortable rooms, a relaxed beach atmosphere, great food, and easy access to El Palmar Beach. Contact us for more information or book your stay directly online.

Surf, Good Food & Relaxed Beach Vibes in El Palmar.