El Tunco

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One final sunset on our final evening in El Salvador. After spending over three weeks circling the western half of the country, we find ourselves back in the tiny beach town of El Tunco. El Salvador still has some distance to go before it completely sheds it's unfortunate image, but as long as people continue to avoid this beautiful country, it will take even longer. #DontSkipElSalvador #ElSalvador #ElTunco
One final sunset on our final evening in El Salvador. After spending over three weeks circling the western half of the country, we find ourselves back in the tiny beach town of El Tunco. El Salvador still has some distance to go before it completely sheds it's unfortunate image, but as long as people continue to avoid this beautiful country, it will take even longer. #DontSkipElSalvador #ElSalvador #ElTunco
Gorgeous sunset over El Tunco, El Salvador.
Another incredible sunset over El Tunco, El Salvador.
What started out as a few drip castles, ended up being a monumental work of sand architecture. We were even photographed by the tourists and met a bunch of nice people while working on it.

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Boca Olas Resort Villas

Boca Olas Resort Villas

3.5 out of 5
Km. 42 1/2 Carretera al Litoral Tamanique
The price is S$308 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
S$308
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tamanique. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (599 reviews)
Incredible service, amazing staff, and great food and drinks. La Boca Olas is the top place to stay in el Tunco beach, and probably anywhere in La Libertad. Everything is kept clean and tidy in the rooms and on the grounds. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful answering questions about the ...

Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026

Boca Olas Resort Villas
Hotel Roca Sunzal

Hotel Roca Sunzal

3 out of 5
Calle Litoral, Km 42 Tamanique
Stay at this beach hotel in Tamanique. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
The room and everything else was very clean. The staff was vert helpful, very nice and speaks English. Food at the restaurant was good. Breakfast was ok. Overall i would go back again.

Reviewed on 14 Feb, 2026

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Mirasurf Hotel & Waves

Mirasurf Hotel & Waves

3.5 out of 5
Playa El Tunco, Calle Principal Tamanique La Libertad
The price is S$297 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
S$297
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Tamanique. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sunzal Beach and El Majahual Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Rooms super clean and spacious! Food wa amazing! Service was 10 out of 10! Will def be back.

Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026

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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! (719 reviews)
Cómodo, céntrico, excelente atención y muy amables, desde la recepción, restaurante y camareras.

Reviewed on 12 Feb, 2026

Novo Hotel & Suite
VIU Boutique Cabins

VIU Boutique Cabins

3 out of 5
Final Calle La Ronda, Cantón El Carmen San Salvador San Salvador Department
Stay at this cabin in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Plaza Merliot and La Gran Via Shopping Center are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (26 reviews)
Room was spotless, clean a million dollar view! Definitely coming back to bring the friends.

Reviewed on 12 Feb, 2026

VIU Boutique Cabins
El Xalli Hotel

El Xalli Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Chiltiupán, Cantón Julupito Julupe Chiltiupan La Libertad
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Chiltiupan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sunzal Beach and El Majahual Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
The room was perfect and the view was impeccable. I loved the separate rooms and that it came with a kitchen with full amenities. The A/C in the room was very cold I loved every moment I spent here for my birthday!

Reviewed on 4 Feb, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo showing a monument, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo

Admire one of the most famous landmarks in El Salvador, a towering memorial dedicated to the country’s patron, Jesus Christ.

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo
Estadio Cuscatlan

Cuscatlán Stadium

El Salvador’s national stadium is one of the country’s most famous sporting arenas and a performance venue for major international music artists.

Cuscatlán Stadium
Caption---- sunset in El Salvador near El Sunzal Point Break

Sunzal Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sunzal Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tamanique. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Sunzal Beach
An aerial view of houses and coastline along the Majahual beach in La Libertad, El Salvador

El Majahual Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, El Majahual Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to La Libertad. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

El Majahual Beach
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Playa San Blas

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa San Blas during your travels in La Libertad? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Playa San Blas
Restaurante dos alas on a Rainy saturday.

U.S. Embassy in San Salvador

U.S. Embassy in San Salvador is just one of the places to see in Antiguo Cuscatlán, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

U.S. Embassy in San Salvador

Things to do

Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach

Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach

S$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach
Sagrado Corazon

Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting

S$76
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador

Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador

S$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience

Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience

S$95
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience
Beach Tour at Surf City : Malecon + El Tunco + Day Pass Atami

Half Day-Tour to Surf City: Malecon + Boardwalk + El Tunco Beach

S$95
per adult
Half Day-Tour to Surf City: Malecon + Boardwalk + El Tunco Beach
El Salvador: Ilamatepec Volcano

El Salvador: Santa Ana Volcano Hike and Coatepeque Lake Stop

S$127
per adult
El Salvador: Santa Ana Volcano Hike and Coatepeque Lake Stop
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Silhouettes of people bathing in the beaches of La Libertad in El Salvador.

La Libertad