Budget Hostels from S$110

By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for exploring during your stay. You can check out the entertainment venues and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the highest reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start looking: Volcano Hostal y Restaurante - Located within a 20-minute walk of Metrocentro. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels, showers and desks. Hotel Boutique Domenica Isabella’s - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. You’ll find towels, showers and desks in all rooms. Sunset Surf Villa - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels and linens. Hostal San Benito - Zona Rosa - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Vaquerosurflodge - Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in San Salvador, one of Expedia’s 7 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in San Salvador are September, June, October and August, with each month seeing an average of 246 mm of rainfall.

In general, San Salvador is known for its local tours, museums and cafes. Get out into nature with places such as Cuscatlan Park, El Boqueron National Park and Volcano El Boqueron. Cultural attractions include Palacio Nacional, Centro Monsenor Romero and Museo de Arte de El Salvador. Locals like to shop at Metrocentro and Multiplaza.

Keep this information about transit options in San Salvador in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is San Salvador (ILS-Ilopango), located 5.2 mi (8.3 km) away. Another option is Cuscatlan International Airport (SAL), situated 19.6 mi (31.6 km) away.