Location. The San Carlos Plaza Hotel Resort & Convention Center is located on Los Algodones Beach, within five kilometers of Tetakawi Hills and downtown San Carlos, Mexico. Central Guaymas offers entertainment and dining options 16 kilometers from the hotel.

Hotel Features. El Kiosko serves Mexican and international dishes on site. Joey Bistro boasts southern Italian fare spiced with Mediterranean flavors, and Bar Passione hosts live music on select evenings. La Palapa serves poolside appetizers and drinks. A business center offers fax and photocopy services, and function rooms accommodate small and large groups. The Mar de Cortez Convention Center, located on the resort's premises, can be divided into five rooms. The resort's Water Sports Center offers diving equipment and professional instruction. Nearby ocean activities include deep sea fishing, kayaking and snorkeling. The hotel beach is private. This resort rents racquets and balls for use on the on site tennis court. An outdoor pool and a children's pool provide cool recreation. Other activities include volleyball, sailing and a playground for youngsters. Supervised children's activities feature beach games and crafts.

Guestrooms. The San Carlos Plaza Hotel Resort & Convention Center offers 173 guestrooms that face the Sea of Cortez. Guestrooms washed in warm hues echo the surrounding landscape. D?cor includes light toned furniture and subtly patterned fabrics. Room amenities include cable television. Bathrooms contain makeup mirrors, bathrobes and shower/tub combinations.

Expert Tip. This resort offers complimentary shuttle service to the nearby 18 hole San Carlos Golf & Country Club.