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Visiting San Salvador

Travelers to San Salvador give high marks for the shopping and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its entertainment choices, local tours, and museums. Top sights in the city include National Theater, Estadio Cuscatlan, and Metrocentro.

There are 234 hotels and other accommodations in San Salvador
The closest major airport is in San Salvador (ILS-Ilopango), 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from the city center
The next closest is in San Salvador (SAL-El Salvador Intl.), 19.6 mi (31.6 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in San Salvador

Well-known for its museums, the city's cultural venues include National Theater, Natural History Museum, and Museo de Arte de El Salvador. The city is notable for landmarks like Monumento al Salvador del Mundo, Plaza Libertad, and Catedral Metropolitano. The city's natural beauty is on display at Lake Ilopango, San Diego Beach, and Playa San Blas.

In San Salvador, you'll find 234 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have a variety of choices for your holiday retreat. Here you'll find top ones based on Expedia user reviews:

All Days Inn and out - With a stay at this 3-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and an outdoor pool, along with free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its helpful staff.
Árbol de Fuego Eco-Hotel - Our customers like the breakfast and comfortable, quiet rooms at this B&B. This 3-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking.
Nico Urban Hotel - This 3.5-star hotel features free breakfast, a restaurant, and free WiFi. Expedia customers like its dining options and bar.

Other favorite sights in San Salvador include Estadio Cuscatlan, Metrocentro, and La Gran Via Shopping Center. A popular place to see in the surrounding area is Lake Coatepeque, 26.6 mi/42.9 km from the heart of the city.

Dressing for San Salvador

Between January and March, daytime temperatures average 94°F, while nighttime temperatures stay around 60°F
From April to June, the average is 94°F during the day and 64°F at night
July through September sees average temperatures of 89°F during the day and 65°F at night
In October-December, you can expect 90°F as the daytime average and 60°F as the nighttime average
About 1.57 inches of rain falls on San Salvador each year
March and April are usually the hottest months averaging 93°F, while January and February are usually the coldest with an average temperature of 60°F

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in San Salvador?

Barceló San Salvador is a favorite with Expedia customers. This 4.5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Reviews from our site also recommend Maria Jose Suites and Acantilados as top options for your trip.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Salvador, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on “Search”, then use the filter option “free cancellation” to get the top deals on offer in San Salvador.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San Salvador?

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What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in San Salvador?

Based on reviews, Hotel Villa Florencia Zona Rosa is a popular 3-star hotel for our travelers looking for an economical choice, and features free cooked-to-order breakfast and free WiFi. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Hotel Estero y Mar and Hotel Pacific Sunrise.

Where is the best place to stay in Costa Del Sol?

You’ll find 14 hotels and other accommodations in this neighborhood to choose from for your visit. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Pacific Paradise is the highest ranked property in Costa Del Sol. This 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another favorite option in the neighborhood is Hotel Bahia Del Sol.

What's the best accommodation for a family vacation to San Salvador?

Holiday Inn San Salvador is a top 3.5-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Other good options to stay with the kids include Hotel de la Escalón Morrison and SABAS Beach Resort.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation in San Salvador?

SABAS Beach Resort is a favorite 3-star hotel for couples, and features pillowtop beds and private lanais.

What's the best all-inclusive hotel in San Salvador?

Hotel Bahia Dorada is a hotel featuring 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and a favorite with Expedia travelers.

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in San Salvador?

Vista Sunzal Bungalow is a top lodge for people traveling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet include Hotel Andoria and Hotel Casa Mía.

Where is the best place to stay close to Metrocentro?

Adjacent to Metrocentro, Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4.5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options close by include Hotel Grecia Real and Hotel Shagul.

What about the best place to stay near La Gran Via Shopping Center?

One of the top choices for your stay is Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador, located next to La Gran Via Shopping Center, and this 3.5-star hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Courtyard Marriott San Salvador and Holiday Inn San Salvador are two other good choices in the immediate area.

What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in San Salvador?

Barceló San Salvador is a top 3-star beachfront hotel with 7 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay near the beach include Boca Olas Resort Villas and Casa 1800 Suchitoto. Head to San Diego Beach or Playa San Blas for some quality time by the water.

Recent reviews of San Salvador hotels

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5 / 5

Perfect getaway to relax and enjoy the view right from from room…

A verified traveler from Modesto stayed at Hotel Gardenia Inn

Posted 6 months ago

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5 / 5

The grounds of the property and well maintained. Beautiful and clean.…

A verified traveler from UTAH stayed at Novo Hotel & Suite

Posted 4 months ago

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5 / 5

Good services, very clean, safe. I will definitely recommend this hotel to everybody. …

A verified traveler from San Francisco stayed at Plaza Hotel and Suites

Posted 6 months ago

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5 / 5

Everything is amazing about this place... price, location, crew (super friendly), facilities, etc... the only thing is that the bunk beds on the female dorm are extremely uncomfortable, not the matress, but the bunk itself. All the rest, just perfect!…

A verified traveler stayed at Hostal San Benito - Zona Rosa

Posted 7 months ago