San Salvador Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in San Salvador

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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
Museo de Arte de El Salvador featuring signage

Zona Rosa

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

Zona Rosa
Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes central business district, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Escalón

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

Escalón
Museo de Arte de El Salvador featuring signage

San Benito

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

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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 El Amatal Beach.

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Playa San Diego

While there might not be top attractions in Playa San Diego, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Diego Beach and Sunset Park.

Playa San Diego
Barceló San Salvador

Barceló San Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Ave Las Magnolias Y Blvd Del Hipodromo San Salvador SS
The price is 2.909.087 ₫ per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
2.909.087 ₫
3.432.722 ₫ total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,437 reviews)
From the bell man, reception, service around the hotel, all staff and areas well great and maintained. This level of experience should be the standard for all hotels! We loved Barcelo San Salvador!!

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Barceló San Salvador
Hotel La Estancia

Hotel La Estancia

2.5 out of 5
Km40, Autopista Comalapa San Luis Talpa La Paz
The price is 1.321.150 ₫ per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
1.321.150 ₫
1.558.962 ₫ total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Talpa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,029 reviews)
The rooms are clean and staff is amazing

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Hotel La Estancia
Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG

Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG

5 out of 5
Blvd. de Los Heroes San Salvador SS
The price is 3.353.628 ₫ per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
3.353.628 ₫
3.957.281 ₫ total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
The wait staff at the restaurant got to know me and today, came to the table with a small piece of carrot cake and safe trip with flowers written on the plate. And, they didn’t charge me for the child’s breakfast. This was such a step above!

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG
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 Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (659 reviews)
Perfect , wonderful

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Novo Hotel & Suite
Cardedeu Suites

Cardedeu Suites

3 out of 5
Av. La Capilla San Salvador San Salvador
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Monumento al Salvador ...
7.8/10 Good! (95 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Cardedeu Suites
Coco Surf Tropical Village

Coco Surf Tropical Village

3 out of 5
Blvr. Conchalio La Libertad La Libertad
Stay at this beach villa in La Libertad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
Property staff friendly I loved the beach access and amenity

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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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Not much to see in San Salvador but, contrary to popular perception, it is safe.

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