When wanderlust grips you, pack your rucksacks for an unforgettable adventure in the magical world of El Salvador. Known as the ‘Land of Volcanoes’, it’s the smallest country in Central America yet a hidden paradise for travel lovers. The natural beauty of the land perfectly blends with the exquisite Mayan ruins and Spanish colonial heritage. The sites of Tazumal and Suchitoto mesmerise tourists of all ages. Most importantly, El Salvador treats you with the finest surfing experiences, no matter if you’re a novice or a professional. Riding the waves along the long Pacific coastline on El Tunco, El Zonte or Punta Roca is a dream for surfers. How about staying in places where you can easily venture into surfing and fulfil your wildest adventures? From relatively untouched to the most crowded, keep reading for the top places to surf and stay in El Salvador.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to surfing spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Mi Paraiso Beach House, La Libertad (from USD 217)
This beachfront residence is a hidden gem amidst the picturesque landscape of Shalpa. Overlooking the Shalpa beach and bay, it offers breathtaking views of the ocean, rocky mountains and trees. You can access the beach from the property.
Shalpa beach is sandy with clear blue waters and low shore tides. Though not heavily crowded, it’s safe for everyone to explore surfing on this small bay. However, the beach does not provide any surfing amenities. Two other beaches are also located within a small radius.
Back at your home after a fun day at the beach, you can take a quick dip in the private pool and enjoy a fine barbeque dish on the outdoor dining. Bring your pets too and have a chilled family getaway at this wonderful place.
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air conditioning worked greatac worked great in the roomsthe pool was warm and relaxinggreat house with a lovely pool area and beach accessCleanliness:
very clean as wellthe pool was so clean along with the whole houseamazing beach access and super spacious and clean home not to mention beautifulHost:
rodrigo was a superb hostrodrigo is a wonderful host and he answers fairly quickly to any questionsthe staff was friendly and accommodating as wellthe host was quick with responses and resolving any minor issues we hadrodrigo was so gracious very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was beautiful and perfectly located with the beach walking distance and beautiful viewswalking distance to a beach and the pool is a nice touchthe place was nice and a great locationthe location was amazing with easy beach access very relaxing staybeautiful house location and very kind host
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2. Ocean front studio with a dedicated workspace, La Libertad (from USD 85)
About 1.5 mi (2.41 km) from the bustling town of La Libertad, this cosy renovated studio is conveniently located in front of one of the popular surfing spots-El Cocal Beach. So, getting to the beach and riding on the high waves all day long is a piece of cake!
During the months of March to September, the strong El Cocal waves are very high, so you must be a surfing expert if you plan to venture into a surfing adventure. The high tide period is the best time to surf, as the ocean bottom is rocky and shallow.
You can admire the stunning beach views from your property. The studio has first-class amenities, including free premise parking and a private garden.
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the mattresses are very comfortableHost:
amazing place and amazing hoststhey were very welcoming and friendlyawesome place awesome host thanks montyhost will take care of you would recommendhe checked me in with a smile and was extremely helpful throughout my stayRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent place with great location and excellent priceexcellent location the place is exactly as describedgreat location as advertised nice little neighborhoodlocation is absolutely perfect and the property is amazingocean front location was great
3. Villa Lety, La Libertad Department (from USD 579)
This open-plan villa looks out to the bohemian-style El Zonte Beach in Chiltiupan municipality. The grand terraces offer magnificent views of the ocean and the beach is directly accessible from the property. The villa provides excellent features for a relaxed stay, including a shared pool, well-equipped kitchen and a large garden space.
El Zonte is one of the most unique and attractive surfing areas, with consistent, rippable waves and several point breaks surrounded by cliffs. If you’re a beginner, the best time to surf is the dry season from November to April, while the experts can enjoy a fascinating wave ride during the wet season from May to October.
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the wifi was strong enough to work on all the guests phones plus a couple laptopsCleanliness:
what an experience the house was super cleanthe property is modern and extremely cleanthe rooms are spacious and comfortable bathrooms are updated and cleanHost:
host was easily reachablestaff were friendly and attentivethe service was amazing and the host was always making sure everything was going goodamazing staff and super great private beach you can enjoythe staff at villa lety went above and beyond to make our stay wonderfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is secured and central of everythingsuch a beautiful house perfect location and fantastic staffgreat place to stay i will definitely come backthis place is the best ive ever stayed inwhat an amazing place there aren't enough words to describe how great it is
4. Modern beachfront house with a mountain view, Teotepeque (from USD 308)
This beautiful home welcomes you into one of the less-crowded sandy beaches, Sihuapilapa Beach, in the Teotepeque municipality. The house is ideal for a large group and gives direct access to the beach. Moreover, in between your surfing adventures, you can enjoy the gorgeous mountain and ocean views from here, take a relaxing swim in the private pool and cherish fun outdoor dining with your family.
The pristine beach gives you a sense of tranquillity and privacy and is perfect for family surfing. The waves are high-quality and suitable for every surfer, from beginners to pros. Mizata is a continuous beach with Sihuapilapa and the whole area promises exciting surfing hours.
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the ac in the rooms are great and everything was just perfectthe pool is beautiful we a beach viewthe pool was the perfect size about 4the kiddos loved it and never wanted to leave the poolCleanliness:
nice house excellent beach clean areasthe pool was always super clean the rooms toorooms are very spacious clean and beautifulconfortable and clean bedroomsthe place is really beautiful and cleanHost:
the hosts were very nice and accommodatingshe was very kind charming and made us feel at homethe care taker of the house was very accommodating to our needsmari- who cares for the property was wonderful and very helpfulpatricia was also extremely helpful and quick to respond to any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
simple beautiful decor safe locationdefinitely a place to come backit was a little difficult getting there but the house and location was wonderfulgreat place to relaxbeautiful house close to the beach and a perfect view
5. Sunset Dreams, La Libertad (from USD 207)
This home is indeed a dream abode on a mountain above Redondel Surf City. The private patio offers glorious views of the Pacific and the great mountains around, especially during the sunrises and sunsets. The house has first-class amenities, including outdoor dining with a barbeque grill, a back garden and a separate pool area.
You can drive to the nearby El Majahual Beach, a top surfing attraction, during the holiday season. The waves are friendly on the shores, but if you still have doubts, take a quick training from the local instructors. You can rent surfboards on the beach and go riding on the spectacular waves.
The most popular El Tunco Beach is also just 10 minutes away from Sunset Dreams. From beginners to advanced surfers, the gentle waves and the ideal point breaks welcome everyone on a grand surfing tour.
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nice comfortable and modern home with wonderful view and breeze we enjoyed the stayamazing home with incredible views great location and the pool is amazingit was very spacious and comfortable exactly like shown in picturesCleanliness:
the house was very clean and well stockedvery nice place clean and really spacious for a familyit was very comfortable and cleanthe house is very nice and very cleanHost:
tony was flawless as a hosttony is a good host and replied in timetony is a great host always there if we needed anythingmtony was a great host responded very quickly and was very accommodating to our needs/requeststony is very accommodating & responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely villa with amazing location and great facilitieswe could not have asked for a better locationbeautiful location very private area tony was very helpful and responsive to all of my messagesclose to lots of night life and great views
6. Casa Blanca, La Libertad Department (from USD 177)
This wonderful accommodation has a private beach in front. The house allows for a peaceful getaway with family and pets with beautiful views of the beach. Amidst a serene natural setting, you can easily access the beach or go for fascinating mountain hikes. Surfing is safe for everyone and if you wish, surfing lessons are available just 10 minutes away from the property.
The home also has a private pool, a garden and a hammock where you can spend a few relaxing afternoons.
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great view and comfortable houseit would have been even better if it had wifi and hot waterCleanliness:
the ocean is clean with a beach that is not to rough for childrenvery nice spot to visit very relaxed and enjoyable clean and very welcomingHost:
jacobo the care taker took care of any needsmarisol was an amazing host very responsive to our questions and recommendations highly recommendthe caretaker jacobo was very friendly and a great helpeverything perfect gorgeous beach and very attentive personaljacob the caretaker was a great help and his wife prepared a yummy typical breakfast for usRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantastic with the beach at your doorstepgreat place for a family vacationgreat place to stay for the weekendi would definitely recommend this place and plan to be backthis is a great place to stay
7. Casa Los Arcos, La Libertad Department (from USD 238)
A spacious beachfront home in Teotepeque, it has luxurious features and you can enjoy scenic views of the sea from the large patio. After an exciting beach day, relax in the hammock reading a book or go for a cool evening swim in the pool. You may also opt for hiking trails and capture splendid views.
Only a few minutes by car takes you to K59, a great surfing zone with perfect right-hand breaks, fast waves from South Pacific Ocean and small tube sections. The rocky beach is prone to strong currents and big swells so it’s advisable to surf only if you’re an expert or professional. You can also ride your way to the other side on K61 or explore further surfing on the nearby beaches in El Zonte and El Tunco.
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wifi is slow but good enoughwifi works really good except the the room on the top floorthe pool is extremely refreshing after taking a walk and enjoying the beautiful nature surrounding the areaCleanliness:
beautiful house clean and well equippedpool was clean and perfect to cool downthe pool was very clean the beach is the best no rocks very clean and privaterooms are spaceous and cleanbeach is private clean & secureRead more reviewsLocation:
marta’s place is an absolute paradise definitely recommended for groups looking for privacy and comfortvery relaxing place just steps away from a private beachthe house is beautiful a little walk to the beach but beautiful groundsmarta's place is incredible very beautiful placeplace is better then what it shows in pictures
8. La Perla Escondida, La Libertad (from USD 89)
Away from the city hustle-bustles, this beautiful pet-friendly cottage is located between the cliffs in the quietness of La Perla. The Pacific views from here are magnificent and have your quiet hours in the garden or swinging in the hammock to the calming rhythms of the tides. You can also go for a quick swim in the private pool.
Surf sessions are accessible in the area and each hour, a bus takes you to the beaches of El Zonte and El Tunco. Indulge in the greatest experience of surfing along the perfect point breaks and big swells in the middle of the exquisite landscape. If you’re a novice, the best time to surf is always the dry season on both beaches.
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no wifi otherwise i loved itthere is no a/c but the fans kept us coolnice pool and the view to the beach is just unbelievableCleanliness:
lovely property clean quiet and well looked afterthe house was cleanit was clean and very spacious with many amnestiesthere is also clean bottled water basic kitchen tools and a fridgea nice clean cheap place by the beachHost:
the host was amazingthe host maria was very helpful and attentivethe host family (or the care takers) were nice and very approachablethey were super helpfulthe care-taking family was very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
la perla is a beautiful placevery well maintained pool and grounds perfect location highly recommendedla perla escondida is a beautiful placeexcellent location great if you want to go beyond the beaten pathamazing place to spend great time with your family
9. Shalpa Surf Villa, La Libertad Department (from USD 250)
Overlooking the beach, this house is located inside a gated community. You’ll get scenic views of the ocean, the mountains and coastal greenery. Enjoy the soothing evenings at the private pool and warm up by the indoor fireplace afterwards.
The private beach is only five minutes from this place. Take your surfboards and gear up for a family surfing venture. To get the best of your experience, try surfing during the high tide season and it’s always a bonus if you have advanced surfing skills.
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very accessible and great hosts mayra is a sweet heartRead more reviewsLocation:
the house and location is beautiful everyone there was welcoming and friendly
10. Ivi Marey, La Libertad Department (from USD 294)
On Shalpa Beach, you have this modern and stylish villa with wooden furnishings and unique decors. It is 20 minutes from La Libertad and a part of Surf City. It has direct access to a black sand beach and provides you with all the necessary amenities.
The views of the bay and beach and the mangrove forest on the shores of Shalpa Beach are truly breathtaking from the terrace and even from the infinity pool. Under the shade of the palm trees or in the swinging hammocks, you can take short naps after a tiring day.
The low tides along Shalpa shores and lesser crowd make the spot ideal for private surfing. The crystal blue waves are suitable for all. Just nearby, you have two other popular surfing zones in El Zonte and El Tunco. Rent the surfboards and ride along these gorgeous waves.
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the place is amazing the view the beach and the poolthe view the pool the house itself is so beautifulbrenda’s spot has some great views from the pool area to the master bedroomit was clean ac units were excellent and the pool was amazingthe pool was perfect we had everything we needed from kitchen utensils to barbecue grill outsideCleanliness:
place is clean and modernfirst the house is beautiful spotless and well-appointedsince it is outdoor it is hard to keep everything clean (ants etc)recommended everything clean and the beach is wonderfulthe house was clean just a nice vibe all aroundHost:
staff was excellent and super helpfulthe care takers are very attentive and friendlybrenda is a fantastic hostbrenda was an excellent hostthe housekeepers are really good and very helpful recommendations and guidance from brenda are really goodRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a perfect locationa great place if you want to go away from the citywe are planning to come back soon to this beautiful placelocation was great accommodations were great communications were greatgreat location view pool and private peach beautiful decoration and layout
Surf and enjoy in El Salvador
Surfing is the ultimate spectacle of El Salvador and the numerous point breaks, diverse swells and long tidal zones guarantee you an opportunity like no other! So book the top places to surf and stay in El Salvador with first-class accommodation facilities and the finest surfing zones.
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