San Carlos

Travel Guide

A peaceful harbor in San Carlos along Mexico's Pacific Coast
A peaceful harbor in San Carlos along Mexico's Pacific Coast
Mar de Cortes
Zorro Bay - The beach area appeared in the movie "The Mark Of Zorro".
With a mountains that resemble Sedona, AZ .. If it had more palm trees I'd call it paradise. San Carlos is a popular expat community, and after visiting I understand why.

Where to stay in San Carlos

A Los Algodones Catch 22 Beach Shot, San Carlos, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico

Marina Real

While Marina Real might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Piedras Beach and Mirador Escenico de San Carlos.

Marina Real
SAN CARLOS BEACH, SONORA / MEXICO - DECEMBER 29, 2018.Beautiful sunset view of San Carlos Beach. Shot taken in Villas California, located near Los Algodones beach and the Sea of Cortez Beach Club.

Villas California

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villas California and surrounding area, you can visit Los Algodones and Piedras Beach.

Villas California
Panoramic aerial photo of San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. The place where the desert meets the sea.

Villa Hermosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

Villa Hermosa
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Caracol Turístico

When in Caracol Turístico, you can plan a visit to Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Caracol Turístico
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Sector Bahia

While Sector Bahia might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi.

Sector Bahia
San Carlos beach and rocks in Cortez sea

El Creston

Though El Creston might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos.

El Creston
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gabriel Estrada S/n San Carlos SON
The price is P6,920 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P6,920
P8,235 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Room service with mediocre food the last night of my stay lost power had no lights no air-conditioning with no effort to discount my stay for the inconvenience. The spa was amazing with amazing customer service

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
Hotel San Carlos Plaza

Hotel San Carlos Plaza

3 out of 5
Paseo Mar de Bermejo, Los Algodones San Carlos SON
The price is P7,923 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
P7,923
P9,428 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (703 reviews)
The staff excellent. The rooms need a lot of maintenance and the internet very bad. No WiFi in the hotel.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Hotel Boutique Casa María

Hotel Boutique Casa María

3.5 out of 5
BLVD. GABRIEL ESTRADA 129 San Carlos Sonora
Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Boutique Casa María
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.
Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

2.5 out of 5
71 Malibú Nte. Fracc. Villa California San Carlos Son.
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
Was a disaster! Miss information on booking site. Upon arrival was ask to pay full amount when partial payment was already collected. I was disputing amounts with front desk staff members and was taking a bit of time to settled in. I paid full amount but made them aware that would double check with ...

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos
Evamar San Carlos

Evamar San Carlos

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Rafael Jesús Caballero, San Carlos Sonora
Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
Muy amable el personal!

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Evamar San Carlos
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

4 out of 5
Ruta 124 Playa Algodones San Carlos SON
Book a stay at this spa condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are located ...
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
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.

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