Located within a mile (2 km) of Los Algodones, Hotel San Carlos Plaza is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cerro Tetakawi. This 173-room hotel welcomes guests with 3 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and free self parking.
What's nearby
Los Algodones - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
Cerro Tetakawi - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
Piedras Beach - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
San Carlos Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles
San Francisco Beach - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
Guaymas, Sonora (GYM-General Jose Maria Yanez Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Hammer Head's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Mesa Cortez - 5 min drive
Hair Of The Dog - 8 min drive
La Calaca - 6 min drive
Soggy Peso Bar, San Carlos - 5 min drive
About this property
Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Hotel San Carlos Plaza features 3 outdoor pools, conference space, and spa services. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a reception hall.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards. Change of towels is available on request.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM for a fee: MXN 290 to 350 for adults and MXN 180 to 250 for children
2 restaurants
Private picnics
Things to do
3 outdoor pools
Designer stores
Shopping
Family friendly
3 outdoor pools
Children's games
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
244 square feet of conference space
5 meeting rooms
Outdoors
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Spa
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchairs on site
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Ballroom
Banquet hall
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Chef service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MXN 290 to 350 for adults, and MXN 180 to 250 for children
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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 depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Property is also known as
HOTEL SAN CARLOS PLAZA Hotel
HOTEL SAN CARLOS PLAZA San Carlos
HOTEL SAN CARLOS PLAZA Hotel San Carlos
Frequently asked questions
Are free cancellation options available at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
Hotel San Carlos Plaza provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Carlos Plaza on Apr 19, 2026 start from $163, including 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.
What's there to see close to Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
This hotel is located in San Carlos, close to Los Algodones, Cerro Tetakawi, and San Carlos Golf Course. You'll also find Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California and Piedras Beach within a short drive.
Is there a spa at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, mani/pedis, facials, and body treatments.
Does Hotel San Carlos Plaza feature a casino on the premises?
No, Hotel San Carlos Plaza doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools.
Does Hotel San Carlos Plaza have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Yes, Hotel San Carlos Plaza has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.
Will Hotel San Carlos Plaza allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel San Carlos Plaza.
How far is the airport from Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
The closest major airport to Hotel San Carlos Plaza is Guaymas, Sonora (GYM-General Jose Maria Yanez Intl.), which is 14.9 mi away (29 minutes by car).
Does Hotel San Carlos Plaza have a wedding venue on site?
If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Hotel San Carlos Plaza.
Hotel San Carlos Plaza Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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2 pools out of 5 pools were heated. Towels you have to sign a waiver to get towels in case they are lost you have to pay a fee, towels are located at front desk. They take your drivers license away as a deposit yet you need a drivers license to drive in Mexico also remember your passport it’s not for you to give them to hold. Room was OK considering was a two bed luxury room, showerhead in restroom, Very low pressure. Very low hot/warm water. Make sure you lock your luggage a specific drawer or items inside were shuffled. That was a red flag, this was mentioned to front desk. We were sober as this trip was a sobriety anniversary. We were very alert of our stay people around the hotel seem friendly and kind. No breakfast included with stay.
The ocean view is amazing here, hotel is beautiful
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Juanita
Nov 14, 2025
Juanita
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Guillermina
Nov 7, 2025
Guillermina
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
2/10 Terrible
Nora
Oct 30, 2025
Nora
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Filiberto
Traveled with family
Oct 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff very nice, very helpful, in the room the sink water was running very slow and no water pressure coming from the faucet while taking shower. No view to the ocean from my room because you reserved as a lateral room, not central room.
Everyone working at this property were super helpful and nice i highly recommend this place its a bit outdated but u will have access to the bewch, 3 pools and food all day long. Thank you
El desayuno malo, muy pocas opciones para ser buffet .
En el registro muy tardado como 40 min tuvimos que hacer fila por que tenian a un grupo grande en alguna conferencia y eso hizo muy tardado el proceso, creo que deberian separar las lineas cuando tengan ese tipo de grupos para no afectar a los otros huespedes. Y ni agua ofrecen miestras esperamos
THEY COULD NOT ACCOMODATE ME AS THEIR AC UNITS WERE NOT WORKING. DESPITE PAYING $750 FOR MY RESERVATION, THE HOTEL REFUSED TO PAY ME BACK MY MONEY. I GUESS I'M AT LEAST HELPING THEM PAY TO FIX THEIR AC'S. EVEN EXPEDIA CLAIMS NO FAULT DESPITE KNOWING THIS PROPERTY SHOULD NOT BE HELD OUT FOR RENT.
Jerry
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Shelby
Sep 18, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shelby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Alejandro
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
This place has really gone down to tubes. Sad to see. It's unfortunate, first room the cold water didn't function. The second room it functioned but was warn out and the windows to the ocean were so dirty you could bearly see out.
First room flooded so we got moved to anothwr room which had no fridge nor microwave. Lightning in barhroom/ sink is very minimal and things are old outdated and stained.
There are no icemachines so if you need ice you have to to to thw restaurant and get it from a cooler.
A day before our check out someone walked into our room without knocking or announcing and I was half dressed.
I didn't feel safe anymore so my daughtwr and I decided to leave one day before our original plans.
I paid 800 dollars for 3 nights! Mind blowing.
However, staff was very friendly and helpful especially front desk and housekeeping.