At Hotel San Carlos Plaza you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Los Algodones and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Cerro Tetakawi. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and free self-parking. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 12:30 PM. .With a stay at this 3-property class San Carlos hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Piedras Beach and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California.
What's nearby
Los Algodones - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Cerro Tetakawi - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Piedras Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Marina San Carlos - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
San Francisco Beach - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
Getting around
Guaymas, Sonora (GYM-General Jose Maria Yanez Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Hammer Head's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
La Calaca - 6 min drive
La Combi - 7 min drive
Mesa Cortez - 5 min drive
El Embarcadero - 7 min drive
About this property
Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Beachside hotel with 3 outdoor pools
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby corner/local shop. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel San Carlos Plaza offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools. Event space at this hotel measures 244 square feet (23 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Hotel San Carlos Plaza. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San Carlos hotel.
173 guestrooms or units
2 dining venues
244 sq ft of conference space
23 sq. m of conference space
Conference space
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Corner/local shop
Terrace
Gift shop
On-site shopping
Bellhop
Lift
Smoking in designated areas
Hotel San Carlos Plaza offers 173 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
This San Carlos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
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
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
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
More
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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 buffet breakfast: approximately MXN 290 to 350 for adults and MXN 180 to 250 for children
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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
What is the cancellation policy at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
Hotel San Carlos Plaza offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
As of 10 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Carlos Plaza on 16 Jan 2026 start from NZ$244.28, 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.
Is parking available at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
Yep, Hotel San Carlos Plaza has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
The closest beach to Hotel San Carlos Plaza is Los Algodones (0.7 km).
Is there a spa on site at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.
Does Hotel San Carlos Plaza have a pool?
Hotel San Carlos Plaza has 3 outdoor swimming pools.
What makes Hotel San Carlos Plaza a romantic place to stay?
Romance packages, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel San Carlos Plaza.
Does Hotel San Carlos Plaza serve breakfast?
Yep, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 12:30 PM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
No, Hotel San Carlos Plaza does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
Yep, Hotel San Carlos Plaza has 2 restaurants.
What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at Hotel San Carlos Plaza?
No, pets are not allowed.
Hotel San Carlos Plaza Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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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
18 Sept 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shelby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Alejandro
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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.
Avía rentado un cuarto “Luxuary” con balcón y en cuanto llegue me dieron un cuartó básico cualquiera. Les desmonté el que avía rentado y le echaron la culpa al Expedia que era equivocación de la compañía. Y luego la manejadora me quiera cobrar extra por el cuarto que ya avía pagado y que cambiaron la pajina en frente de mi para que no me hacían el válido el reclamo. Tome captura de pantalla y ayun así no me lo hicieron válido. El aire acondicionado del cuarto no sirva para nada. Fui a recepción si lo podían arreglar y no me ayudaron. Me quedé encerrada en el elevador porque no funcionaba y peor del caso no tenía aire. el hotel estaba sucio y oía feo! El buffet ni se diga caro y malo..Persimo servicio.
PÉSIMO servicio por parte del personal del hotel desde los recepcionistas hasta la gerente, teniendo mi habitación pagada abandone el hotel y me fui a otro, no lo recomiendo en lo absoluto
Water was shut off the whole night due to a plumbing problem. Since 8pm the day we checked and the 8am the day we checkout , there was no water in bathroom , no water for toilet , no water for brushing and all basic things in the morning . We just came back from pool and trying to bath but there was no water and we all had to go to bed without taking bath with the chlorine smell on the body. Kids were completely terrified without water the whole night as there was no drop of water in bathroom. Whenever we ask the reception they were kept on saying 1 hr , 10 mins water will be back but it came only the next day morning 8am. We asked for compensation atleast during the checkout , they said they can’t do that . They promised to give a 50% reduction in next stay but that email has not come until now. It was totally horrible experience and I would NOT recommend to anybody. This hotel is overrated .
Do not belive the 4 star review on this hotel.....I give this honestly a 1 star and the star is only because the AC was working. There's too much to say that was horrible about this hotel but I'll give a few that people might care about. The rooms are so old looking, the bathtub is way higher than the floor you stand on, so be careful with that! And the wifi password changes almost daily and it's very spotty. Not to mention WHEN YOU SHOWER, the water is so weak and so little, that you take a while to really shower and get clean.....horrible choice. Overall, I wouldn't go back....
Maurice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Hector
23 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are starting to show age. A/C unit thermostat not working properly.
In my opinion the room level I rented should have small fridge and maybe a microwave oven.