Best Beaches in El Salvador
The 13 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 6 guides that rank for "best beaches in el salvador"
Named by 6 of 61. El ZonteThe writers picked it as their favorite beach in El Salvador, with a relaxed vibe and a quiet town.Calmer than the more popular El Tunco; good for beginner surf lessons when seas are calm.
Named by 5 of 62. El TuncoBlack sand beach with the rock the town is named after, a beach break for lessons, busy and walkable.Restaurants, bars and places to stay by the beach.
Named by 5 of 63. La LibertadThe area around La Libertad is nicknamed Surf City and has the top surf breaks.The working pier has local fishermen and fresh ceviche.
Named by 4 of 64. El SunzalKnown among international surfers for waves that can run 273 meters.The best spot in the area for longboarding and the most mellow break, even in big swell.
Named by 3 of 65. Costa del SolA sand spit with an estuary on one side and the ocean on the other.Popular with Salvadoran families.
Named by 3 of 66. El CucoHas the lightest sand in the country and a growing cluster of small hotels.A quiet village with a peaceful vibe.
Named by 3 of 67. Las FloresSurf beaches in Usulutan with the best waves and the fewest people.Long right-hand point breaks are centered around La Libertad in the north and Las Flores in the south.
Named by 2 of 68. Playa El EspinoFar out, almost empty, with very good seafood.Very wide light-sand beach with space for young kids to play.
9. Los CobanosA sheltered beach with calmer water than most of the Pacific coast.Considered the top spot in the country for snorkeling and scuba diving.
10. Barra de SantiagoA protected wetland peninsula with a beach on one side and a mangrove estuary on the other.Kayaking through the estuary and seasonal sea turtle nesting.
11. Playa San DiegoLong, flat and sandy, ten minutes east of La Libertad, with fewer rocks.
12. Jiquilisco BayMangrove estuary and barrier islands with calm water and turtles between June and December.
13. Punta RocaA powerful right-hand point break, best for experienced surfers.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name November to April as the best time to visit El Salvador.
Questions people ask
- What is the nicest beach town in El Salvador?
- One site names El Tunco the best beach town in El Salvador, for its steady waves and bars and restaurants.
- What is the nicest part of El Salvador to visit?
- One guide notes beaches, lakes, volcanoes and colorful towns are all within two hours of each other.
