Hostal El Balsamo
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The people who run this place are very friendly and helpful”
“The staff were very friendly, always happy to help and Patricia even fixed my fl…”
“It was quiet and a 10 min walk by beach to El Tunco”
“Very close to the beach and had a kitchen, a comfortable bed en friendly owner (…”
“Nice Kitchen, fridge, comfortable bed, free towel and soap and a fan for each be…”
“The room was large, bed was comfortable and each bed has its own fan which is re…”
“The floor was cleaned regularly”
“Very basic facilities but cheap and fine value for money taking the area into ac…”
Overview
Situated in El Sunzal, within less than 1 km of Playa El Sunzal and 2.3 km of Playa El Tunco, Hostal El Balsamo features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring barbecue facilities, the property is located within 2.4 km of Playa El Majahual. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hostel rooms include bed linen and towels. San Salvador Bicentennial Park is 41 km from Hostal El Balsamo. The nearest airport is El Salvador International, 42 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Siva
solo_traveller
January 2, 2026
“A descent property to stay for a night or two.”
The property is located a bit far but the facility looked descent.
Emily
solo_traveller
October 25, 2024
“10 mins to El Tunco by the beach”
This was the cheapest accomodation available at the time. It was quiet and a 10 min walk by beach to El Tunco. The floor was cleaned regularly.
Szymon
solo_traveller
May 18, 2024
“Really great hospitality. The hosts were very nice and gave me some local products to try”
Marlene
solo_traveller
April 10, 2024
“I would like to stay something positive but for the same price you can get a much better room in el Tunco”
The people who run this place are very friendly and helpful
Marielle
solo_traveller
April 5, 2024
Very close to the beach and had a kitchen, a comfortable bed en friendly owner (only spanish)
Ernest
solo_traveller
March 31, 2024
The staff were very friendly, always happy to help and Patricia even fixed my flip flops!
Jack
solo_traveller
March 26, 2024
“The hospitality is amazing here. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Being so close to the beach was a huge bonus plu”
Close the surf break
Kayla
solo_traveller
March 7, 2024
Great location close to the beach, very chill environment, lovely staff and cats
Linette
couple
March 4, 2024
“Cheap so know what to expect ;) nice family place”
Very basic facilities but cheap and fine value for money taking the area into account (everything near El tunco is overpriced )
De Jong
solo_traveller
February 25, 2024
“I enjoyed it!”
Cute little happy family that runs the hostal, makes you happy to just observe. Also, a bar where you can buy some snacks and beers. Cheap pizza place close by. Groceries shopping is a bit harder, but cheap as well.
Julie
solo_traveller
February 10, 2024
“Very good considering the price you pay”
Nice staff, they also have their own tienda witch is useful. Nice Kitchen, fridge, comfortable bed, free towel and soap and a fan for each bed! Big lockers also. 5 minutes walk to the beach (5 more minutes on the beach and you’re in El Tunco)!
Pavol
solo_traveller
January 8, 2024
The stuff was extremely kind and helpful. Both of these guys were very good persons
Evan
solo_traveller
January 5, 2024
“I enjoyed my stay at El Balsamo”
The location away from town but still close to the beach was amazing. The staff were extremely nice.
Ryo Cienfuegos
extended_group
January 3, 2024
“Especially the woman who ran the place was really nice 😊 She gave me a pupusa for free 😋”
Jayne
solo_traveller
August 20, 2023
Great. I arrived much later than expected because my border crossing was delayed a lot but I was able to get in and register the next day which was fantastic. The owner is super friendly, speaks English and gave me lots of information about my buses to Santa Ana. The room was large, bed was comfortable and each bed has its own fan which is really necessary with the heat. 15 minute walk to El Tunco
Eloise-May
solo_traveller
April 22, 2023
“overpriced but an option if you’re desperate”
nice woman owns the hostel - only 15 mins walk along the beach to El Tunco.
Nora
solo_traveller
April 10, 2023
Nice location, friendly staff and fans for every bed
Anja
solo_traveller
April 8, 2023
Really nice people running the hostel! The outside area with hammocks is very nice! Nice to have a kitchen, fridge and freezer. A fan for every bed in the dorm. Quiet, except from the roadnoise.
Archana
solo_traveller
March 13, 2023
The front desk person was very friendly and nice. The location was about 10 min walk to El Tunco but it was in the back roads and was not comfortable walking alone in the night.
Sara Dienis
solo_traveller
February 24, 2023
The staff, bed and other travellers.
Facilities
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Breakfast options
General
Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Services
Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Airport shuttle, Laundry, 24-hour front desk
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
The spacious double room features a seating area, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
The spacious quadruple room provides air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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