In this article, you will find the following – Best hostels in El Sunzal; Best hostels in Juayua; Best hostels in La Libertad; Best hostels in San Salvador; Best hostels in Santa Ana; Best hostels in Santa Tecla.

Unwind along the Pacific Ocean beaches and take the route across the mountainous landscape of El Salvador as we help you with the perfect places to stay. Providing you the BEST HOSTELS IN EL SALVADOR including rates, locations, and reviews that will definitely be helpful on your travel!

The Best Hostels in El Sunzal

El Balsamo

PRICE: Dorms from $7 whilst Privates from $10

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: El Balsamo is a great finding. A clean and safe hostel, five minutes from the beach. Spacious, very clean room and really comfortable beds plus good bathroom. Another plus is its actual location, far from the noisy El Tunco village, and very close to nature. Very chilled quiet location. Gijs and Veronika are excellent friendly hosts who go out of their way to help you. Definitely a great place and one of the best hostels in El Sunzal, El Salvador.

The Best Hostels in Juayua

La Casa Mazeta

PRICE: Dorms from $11 whilst Privates from $14

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Like the town of Juayua itself, this is a beautiful, charming and chilled out gem in El Salvador. Super nice, almost like a hotel. Great kitchen! Lovely common areas, good kitchen facilities, friendly staff and lovely garden. The village is super nice too and the local people are very friendly. Some of the best and cheapest food are here, specially at weekends and a real treat from the main backpacking route of Central America. Lockers are large enough for your big bag. Amazing hostel, great kitchen, nice clean, cheap rooms. Definitely a great place to stay and one of the best hostels in Juayua, El Salvador.

The Best Hostels in La Libertad

Sunzal Point Surf Lodge & Retreat

PRICE: Dorms from $8 whilst Privates from $6

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Good hang out a few steps from one of Central America finest all-level point break. The location is perfect, it’s about 5 – 10 minute walk along the beach to El Tunco and having this distance is great. Baltazar runs the perfect chill out hostel. The staff is very friendly and helpful and will take you anywhere you need to go. Simple but clean amenities, kitchen. The vibe is much more chilled than in El Tunco itself. Definitely a great place to stay and one of the best hostels in La Libertad, El Salvador.

The Best Hostels in San Salvador

Hostal Cumbres del Volcan

PRICE: Dorms from $10 whilst Privates from $10

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Very beautiful and cozy hostel in the centre of San Salvador. It’s fully equiped with musical instruments, movies and great kitchen. It is a great value for money, quiet, has all the amenities, clean, a good location and the staff is extremely helpful with everything needed. The staff (owner) speaks English well so it’s easy for him to help even though he’s fully El Salvadorian. The place is quiet but social. Definitely one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Joan´s Hostel

PRICE: Dorms from $12 whilst Privates from $17.60

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Price is right, location excellent. It’s located in a nice area, with access to the bus route. Quiet location, clean facilities with a very cute and pristine backyard. Joan’s Hostel is an inexpensive basic room to stay, in a safe neighborhood when transitioning from one part of El Salvador to another. The hostel is a beautiful, well-kept house with a nice patio area, living room, and kitchen facilities. The owner, Ana, is fantastically friendly and gives many helpful tips for you to make the most of your time in El Salvador. Great service! Definitely good value for your money!   Truly one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Ali´s Downtown

PRICE: Privates from $10.50

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: A fantastic place in San Salvador, with excellent host – informative and very friendly, central location in the heart of the city, clean and comfortable. Definitely one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Hotel Las Magnolias

PRICE: Privates from $35.40

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: This hotel is tucked away in a quiet secluded spot away from the noise of downtown Zona Rosa. A hidden jewel in the middle of the vibrant Zona Rosa area about a block away from the Hilton Princess Hotel. It is within walking distance to dozens of bars and restaurants; and is only a few blocks away from all the major bus company terminals. Very spacious and comfortable, affordable rooms. The staff is very friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. An outstanding feature of the Las Magnolias is the fantastic courtyard/garden area, graced with tropical plants and a magnificent shade tree. Definitely a great value for your money, one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Tazumal Guesthouse

PRICE: Privates from $16.25

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Absolutely delightful place in a quiet residential area with a nice homely feel. The hotel is in a quiet location and is well worth the price paid. There are a lot of decent restaurants and sights in the area as well.  The hotel has a very homely feel with fresh rooms and comfortable beds. Very friendly and helpful staff.  Little patio for some chilling time as well. Breakfast is really good. Truly one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.  

Ximena’s Guest House

PRICE: Dorms from $8 whilst Privates from $12.50

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Good, safe location if you’re just passing through San Salvador. Absolutely delightful place in a quiet residential area with a nice homely feel. Location close to a lot of businesses and one of the city arteries. Owner is very helpful and provides lots of great information for the city, surroundings and onward travel. The staff is friendly and helps us arrange a city tour. Secure and safe location. Definitely one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Alojamiento El Salvador Guest House

PRICE: Privates from $26.50

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: The guest house is located in a guarded street in a secure area of the city, has nice, clean rooms, good wifi connectivity, and a complete kitchen that can be used by the guests. Family managing the guest house is very nice and helpful. Definitely a great place to stay and one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Hotel San Mateo

PRICE: Privates from $24

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: San Mateo Hotel is a wonderful little hideaway tucked away in an otherwise very noisy and very congested city. This is a gem of a hotel, located in a gated community close to the city centre of San Salvador – so is as safe as you can get. Very clean, and if traveling by local bus is with walking distant of the bus station. Cheap airport transport arranged anytime, free wifi, a super breakfast. Best of all super-friendly owners who really make you feel at home, and went out of their way to help with whatever you need. Simply one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

San José Hostal

PRICE: Privates from $20

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: The hotel is in a tranquil, safe neighborhood, and the concierge staff and the security are excellent. It is near one of the main bus terminals, and the Metro Centro Mall. The desk staff is accommodating, helped us contact our tour operator, and answered all our questions in excellent English. This place is located only minutes away from good restaurants, a university, and the concert venue. Staff is helpful. Definitely one of the best hostels in San Salvador, El Salvador.

The Best Hostels in Santa Ana

Hostel Casa Verde Santa Ana

PRICE: Dorms from $11.36 whilst Privates from $14.20

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Everything you want from a hostel and more. Amazing hostel, with all the facilities you can possibly want, including two incredible fully-equipped kitchens and a super swimming pool. Phenomenal in every way. Great staff, stellar owner. Carlos and his staff is extremely friendly and takes care of everything. Super spacious dorm. Awesome common areas. Casa Verde – the oasis in Santa Ana. Truly one of the best hostels in Santa Ana, El Salvador.

Villa Napoli Bed & Breakfast

PRICE: Privates from $18.33

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Very nice little hotel, beautiful compound, and very nice and helpful owners/staff. The owner Rosita and her son are amazing! They offer tasty breakfasts. The pool and hammocks are great assets. Definitely one of the best hostels in Santa Ana!

Casa Vieja Guest House

PRICE: Privates from $14

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: Casa Viejo is a charming property extremely close to the center of Santa Ana, its markets, and the bus terminal. The villa is beautiful with a courtyard and the rooms are clean and well maintained. Luis is amazing and welcomes you into his home. The atmosphere at the hotel is very friendly and welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble, the rooms are very clean and comfortable. Truly a great place to stay and one of the best hostels in Santa Ana, El Salvador.

The Best Hostels in Santa Tecla

La Casa de Izel b&b

PRICE: Privates from $12

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Why is it one of the best hostels in El Salvador?

FAMOUS FOR: The accommodation is secure with a full kitchen, hot water, clean and comfortable basic rooms and beautiful balconies and rooftops to enjoy with a glass of wine in the evenings. Warm decorated, quiet and small hotel that offers good facilities. The owner, the vibe and the location all come together to create a really homey base for exploring the beautiful, cultural country. It´s the place to be in Santa Tecla, truly one of the best hostels in Santa Tecla, El Salvador.

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