Western El Salvador
Located on the rugged oceanfront of Barra de Santiago, near the Guatemalan border, these six luxury apartment–style rooms with king-sized beds open onto a…
Must-see hotels in El Salvador
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El Salvador
Without a doubt this boutique hotel, set in a restored 200-year-old home, is one of the best places to stay in El Salvador. High-end Salvadoran art,…
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Western El Salvador
Carlos and his team at Casa Verde display the kind of resourceful, conscientious hospitality that makes this country such a joy. From the roof terrace,…
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Western El Salvador
Mazeta is a wonderful small hostel overseen by English owners who have decorated the converted home with panache. The double rooms are decorated with…
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Western El Salvador
To many travelers, Hotel Anáhuac is synonymous with Juayúa. Space is used effectively throughout, from the internal garden to the upstairs double room…
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Cumbres del Volcán Flor Blanca
San Salvador
This well-run hostel occupies an airy 1950s mansion close to Parque Cuscatlán in the Flor Blanca neighborhood. The spacious, modern kitchen, bright…
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Cumbres del Volcán Colonia Escalón
San Salvador
In the leafy Colonia Escalón neighborhood, 'Volcano Summit' offers popular dorm rooms downstairs and four color-themed private rooms on the 2nd floor. The…
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San Salvador
Zona Rosa is rosier for Nico Urban Hotel, El Salvador's most upscale boutique hotel. The six rooms are minimalist in design, yet spacious enough to swing…
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San Salvador
This self-styled 'travelers spot' is a key fixture in the capital's budget accommodation stocks. Perfectly located for the Zona Rosa action and opposite…
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Western El Salvador
The ubiquitous Cafe Ataco brand hails from this charming finca, which has been operating since the 1930s. The original house, La Casona, has been…
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San Salvador
Named for the red-flowered 'Fire Tree' outside, Arbol de Fuego is the pick of the hotels in the quieter Antiguo Cuscatlan area south of the city. The…
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Western El Salvador
Mamá runs Tacuba's best hostel, and luckily it exceeds expectations for such a remote town. All the action takes place in the trellised garden where…
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Western El Salvador
This charming property is perfect for families looking for a little run-around room. Lounging on the manicured lawn by the sparkling swimming pool with…
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Western El Salvador
Hostal Villa Limón is a collection of three forest cottages that can each sleep four people comfortably, possibly more. It is located 14km north of…
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Western El Salvador
Go through the portones (gates) and past a charming cafe and interior garden to reach six neat rooms, tucked away at the back of this youthful, nicely…
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San Salvador
These suites have kitchenettes with large fridges and microwaves plus there's discreet staff, space to dance and a fabulous rooftop pool, making Las…
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Western El Salvador
Not much has changed in recent years at one of Ataco's best little hostels. Rooms are adequate for the price, the rooftop balcony is still a great place…
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El Salvador
A long-standing retreat catering to large groups, this mountain getaway bordered by the Río La Palma is nonetheless a decent choice for individuals due to…
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Western El Salvador
In a region famed for its hot springs, the sprawling set of pools at Santa Teresa surpasses expectations. You can opt for the bathing only (US$10), or…
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Western El Salvador
The smartest choice in town is this well-run hotel in the quaint old quarter. The pristine tile floors keep the place cool, while the spacious rooms are…
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Hotel Villa Florencia Zona Rosa
San Salvador
A number of excellent cultural and dining options within close walking distance make this small hotel a favorite among return travelers to San Salvador…
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El Salvador
If you need a little more comfort when bracing for the great outdoors – and you're not alone – then this mountain resort is a reasonable deal. Pretty…
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San Salvador
This stalwart of Colonia Escalón still turns out well-sized rooms with plush beds to tour groups, business folk and solo travelers. The numerous staff are…
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Western El Salvador
Mamapan is a 19th-century house opposite Plaza Concordia that celebrates authentic Salvadoran life in the food, artwork and quiet respectfulness of the…
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Western El Salvador
To fully explore Parque Nacional Montecristo it's best to spend the night in a tent (if you have your own gear) or in one of two cute wooden eco-cabins,…
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Western El Salvador
The former colonial residence of a wealthy Santaneco, this beautifully restored guesthouse consists of a dozen bright rooms with original features and…
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Western El Salvador
In a pleasant corner building covered in greenery, the Jardín has simple rooms with exposed brick walls; most access a wraparound balcony with mountain…
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El Salvador
It's worth paying extra for a room with a view here – the lake is spectacular – and the private terraces are another plus. Overall the hotel has a feeling…
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San Salvador
This neat guesthouse offers excellent value and prompt, courteous service, though it is short on communal areas. The 14 rooms are spacious and well…
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Hotel Villa Florencia Centro Historico
San Salvador
The majority of budget hotels in San Salvador are bland in their presentation, but the Florencia Centro is refreshingly unorthodox. Antiques abound and…
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Western El Salvador
Rosa is a natural host and the Napoli is a restful, stylish guesthouse on the road out of Santa Ana, where the gardens grow wilder and the houses were…
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San Salvador
The Angel offers a peaceful retreat in the city, with a range of bright, oversized rooms arranged around a pretty garden and terraces. The location is…
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Western El Salvador
Italian Massimo has opened his home (and his action-figurine collection) to budget travelers, and the town is better for it. Natural light fills the well…
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Western El Salvador
'Iguana House' is heaven for beach bums, its golden-sand path leading to nutrient-rich, rocky shallows in front (known as Playa La Amor) and to a string…
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Western El Salvador
Francisco is a cultured gentleman who politely scrutinizes travelers' itineraries from the comfort of his splendid open home. Each double room has a small…
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Western El Salvador
Set inside an old mansion filled with colonial-style furniture, this slightly ostentatious hotel is a fine choice to start or end your journey down the…
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Western El Salvador
Vital Yek is a fun addition to the Santa Ana travel scene. Popular with local musicians and artists, the narrow hangout area is covered in graffiti and…
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El Salvador
The views at this leafy premises are simply incredible. Enter through an unremarkable reception area, where the rooms are also a little gloomy. But press…
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San Salvador
The socially conscious Almohada hostel supports a local kids' charity by selling a cheap place to rest in a welcoming, communal atmosphere. The quiet,…
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El Salvador
A small, peaceful hostel tucked a block behind the church. Rooms on the 2nd floor have private bathrooms (no hot water), while the simple singles…
