Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

San Salvador travel guide

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You're Going to Love San Salvador

With 525,990 inhabitants, San Salvador is the most populous city in El Salvador. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything San Salvador has to offer.

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Where to Eat in San Salvador

If you’re looking for affordable options, El Xolo (Av. De La Revolucion) and Monarca (Boulevard el Hipodromo #729) are great picks.

When to visit San Salvador

San Salvador in May
Estimated hotel price
$266
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Salvador in May
Estimated hotel price
$266
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to San Salvador in March, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 330 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in San Salvador, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to San Salvador

Plane

San Salvador is served by 2 airports: San Salvador Ilopango (ILS) and San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL). The closest to the city centre of San Salvador is San Salvador Ilopango, which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Further away is San Salvador El Salvador Intl, 20 miles from the centre of San Salvador.

Plane

San Salvador is served by 2 airports: San Salvador Ilopango (ILS) and San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL). The closest to the city centre of San Salvador is San Salvador Ilopango, which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Further away is San Salvador El Salvador Intl, 20 miles from the centre of San Salvador.

Airports near San Salvador

ILSSan Salvador Ilopango
SALSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Airlines serving San Salvador

KLM
Good (1,488 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,855 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,298 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,384 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,894 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,503 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,167 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,002 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,907 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,549 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,574 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,589 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (533 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,553 reviews)
Viva
Good (816 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Salvador

From 5-star hotels such as the Villa Stahl to great affordable options like the Best Western Plus Hotel Terraza, San Salvador offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $228 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Villa Florencia Centro Histórico and Hotel Tazumal House.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Salvador

Most booked hotels in San Salvador

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Barceló San Salvador
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$227+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Salvador
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$223+
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Intercontinental Hotels San Salvador-Metrocentro Mall By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$296+
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Sheraton Presidente San Salvador Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$279+
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Hiring a car in San Salvador

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in San Salvador (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.74 and $30.32. The most frequently booked car type in San Salvador is Premium (Mitsubishi Challenger/Nativa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in San Salvador (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.74 and $30.32. The most frequently booked car type in San Salvador is Premium (Mitsubishi Challenger/Nativa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in San Salvador

Alamo

Alamo

Budget

Budget
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