San Salvador

Travel Guide

San Salvador showing city views and a square or plaza
San Salvador showing city views and a square or plaza
Iglesia Don Rua featuring a garden and a statue or sculpture
Palacio Nacional showing interior views and heritage architecture
Estadio Cuscatlan which includes a sporting event

Where to stay in San Salvador

the morning before leaving. january in san salvador

San Salvador Historical Center

If you're spending some time in San Salvador Historical Center, Catedral Metropolitano and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

San Salvador Historical Center
Sunset San Salvador

Zona Rosa

If you're spending some time in Zona Rosa, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center are top sights worth seeing.

Zona Rosa
The Monumento al Divino Salvador del Mundo

Escalón

While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Futura and Monumento al Salvador del Mundo.

Escalón
Cloudy May Afternoon taken from hotel terrace.

San Benito

While visiting San Benito, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center.

San Benito
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San Diego

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in San Diego. You might want to make time for a stop at San Diego Beach or Walter Thilo Deininger National Park.

San Diego
Playa en El Salvador

Playa San Diego

Playa San Diego might not have many top sights, but San Diego Beach and Walter Thilo Deininger National Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Playa San Diego
Hotel La Estancia

Hotel La Estancia

2.5 out of 5
Km40, Autopista Comalapa San Luis Talpa La Paz
The price is SAR 219 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
SAR 219
SAR 259 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Talpa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,160 reviews)
good staff

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Hotel La Estancia
Barceló San Salvador

Barceló San Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Ave Las Magnolias Y Blvd Del Hipodromo San Salvador SS
The price is SAR 492 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
SAR 492
SAR 580 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,503 reviews)
Was very clean and staff the best Morning breakfast staff so attent

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Barceló San Salvador
Mi Tierra Aeropuerto Hotel y Restaurante

Mi Tierra Aeropuerto Hotel y Restaurante

3 out of 5
Calle a Comalapa #3 San Luis Talpa La Paz
The price is SAR 288 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 288
SAR 370 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Talpa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (737 reviews)
Great food

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Mi Tierra Aeropuerto Hotel y Restaurante
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.
Novo Hotel & Suite

Novo Hotel & Suite

3 out of 5
Final 61 Avenida Norte Colonia San Salvador SS
Stay at this aparthotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (717 reviews)
This place was in a good location close to Salvador del Mundo in the Escalon district, which includes all major stores and restaurants. It is 20 minutes away from Puerta del Diablo, another great tourist attraction. Upon arrival, I was asked for a passport to confirm identity. Please ensure to have ...

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Novo Hotel & Suite
VIU Boutique Cabins

VIU Boutique Cabins

3 out of 5
Final Calle La Ronda, Cantón El Carmen San Salvador San Salvador Department
Stay at this cabin in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Plaza Merliot and La Gran Via Shopping Center are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (24 reviews)
We had a nice and relaxing time. The inside was clean, staff were very courteous, what stood out the most was the outside and surandings of the property, beautifull views.

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

VIU Boutique Cabins
Coco Surf Tropical Village

Coco Surf Tropical Village

3 out of 5
Blvr. Conchalio La Libertad La Libertad
Book a stay at this beach villa in La Libertad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
Beautiful Villas and wonderful staff. We enjoyed our stay. We loved being close to the beach with a private pool. We were also able to book massages, which were amazing. Will definitely book again.

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

Coco Surf Tropical Village
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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Reviews of San Salvador

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
173
5 - Excellent 50%
4 - Good
140
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
29
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We find such beauty in El Salvador. There so many beautiful place to see. Our driver was amazing. Took us to places that were out standing. Felt very safe everywhere we went.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Everyone told me it is dangerous but I did not witness anything like this though I stayed in a nice area and didn't go out too much at night.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Heavy traffic most of the time. Mucho trafico casi todo el tiempo.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I really loved it's people so friendly and kind

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Go out and explore!! Beautiful sightseeing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful country