Great place to stay !!! Excellent location and vibrant !!! Their staff is very helpful, friendly, and jovial. The owners are in there on a daily basis, and ready to help you, and arrange a tour(s) to the capital, ocean or country side.

Susan and her staff were attentive, helpful and friendly. It's less a private residence, as one might expect from Airbnb, than it is a hostal/Bed and Breakfast. The price is right and the location extremely convenient. I enjoyed the traditional breakfast (I only wished it had tortillas!), in particular the self-feeding support of fresh coffee and the friendly, competent smile of the service.

The place is good, really well located, Susana and all the people who works there were really kind and helpful. I recommend this place If you what something affordable and want to be near malls, restaurants and places to go. Nice staying.

Susana and her family are extremely nice and polite, i have stayed in San Salvador for few days to explore the city during my tour in central america, and they were so far the best experience i had renting a room, they made me feel like it was my home, they showed me the city around, helped me to move around town, even took me out for dinner because i was alone. They offer a lot of tours with a really nice price. David is always in the place as well, and he is such a nice guy, he has an incredible knowledge about El Salvador and helped me in everything i needed ( he is usually the one responsible for the amazing tour/ private tours around the country). In my opinion, the best place to stay in El Salvador if you are looking for a truly Salvadoran experience with confort and security.

very friendly, welcoming atmosphere, clean and very well located

I traveled solo to San Salvador and Susanna's place was perfect! It's clean, looks just Iike the pictures, and in a great location with restaurants and museums within walking distance. The air conditioning and wifi both work well! There are guards outside of the gate and someone is always at the front desk to assist you! As a solo female traveler, I felt safe! All of Susanna's staff were kind and accommodating! Susanna made sure to set up my airport transfers and they arrived early! She also serves breakfast and has tours available upon request! I highly recommend staying here!!

Excellent service, great location and recommendations to meet the capital and surrounding areas

Awesome!

Had a short but sweet stay at Renes place. Everyone was very helpful and accomodating - recommended!

Had a great short stay with Rene's family at there house in San Salvador. Very gracious hosts. I was given an orange juice when I arrived and welcomed in by Rene's mother and father. Then next day Rene's mother gave me a big cup of oatmeal. She also even gave me some cold medicine to take with me as I was coughing and sniffling a lot (was a little sick when I was there). Very nice experience over all! Would definitely stay there again.

Excellent attentive friendly and helpful experience. Anyone who comes will feel at home. Good sized room with a big comfy bed.

I was not long out there, but my time was great, very clean room, the comfortable price, the attention of his parents and his great brother, people very friendly, apart from the sale of some very rich juices. I would recommend the thousand.

Great place, the family were super sweet and greeted me with fresh orange juice—which was perfect after a long trip from Antigua haha. They were very friendly. The place was clean and close to public transport to take you to the centre, and there was also a great pupusería around the corner although if you're not that hungry the family make great licuados as well. Would stay at again, muchas gracias! :)

We loved staying with Rene's family. It was one of the very best Airbnb experiences we've ever had. We arrived a bit late and they were kind and helpful. They run a smoothie/drink shop and prepare some of the most delicious milkshakes I've ever tasted. They gave us fresh squeezed orange juice after waking up and were the most helpful hosts we've encountered. Wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommended.

The location is near everything and Rene's parents were extremely welcoming to us. They made their home readily available to us and treated us with a great level of hospitality. The area is safe and his father also provided us with transportation to and from the airport, for a small fee.

We had to book last minute, cause we couldnt get a bus to tunco. Rene went out of his way to help us. Met his mom and she was very nice. Giving us fresh oj in the morning

The view from the room is amazing. The neighborhood is gated and safe. The hosts are so helpful and patient and flexible. I would absolutely stay again.

Merci and Diego were super helpful and sociable. When our plane arrived late, missing dinner, they gracefully took us to their favourite pupuseria for a late snack. Room comfy and private. Merci also helped us to book a taxi to Suchitoto and kindly suffered through our poor but enthusiastic Spanish. Love these guys!

I'm sure Mercelo would of been a great host. He was very accomdating on trying to find me a taxi at a late hour in the night. I didn't end up making it to his place due to inconveniences on my part but I have no doubt it would have been a great time.

Marcelo and Merci were so thoughtful and helpful. I was coming in by bus from Honduras - due to some troubles at the border, I didn't arrive to San Salvador until 1:30 am, and they still came and picked me up at that hour! Marcelo called me several times to make sure I was okay. Merci also cooked dinner for me the next night and helped me organize a taxi to the airport (Note: my bus station pickup, airport taxi, and dinner were all at an extra cost, not included in the cost of stay. It was reasonably priced so I'm not complaining, but I hadnt known that based on previous posts, so I wanted to make it clear for future visitors.) Overall I felt like they went above and beyond as hosts and really helped me feel at home in San Salvador. Definitely would recommend a stay with them.

Marcelo answered all my questions and some more. While in San Salvador, I needed some information about the bus service, he more than helped me. He even answered my sister, in the USA, who was worried. It just happened that there was an earthquake the day of my arrival. As for Dr. Merci, she was at the airport waiting for me upon my arrival in San Salvador and, she will drive me back to the airport. She is extremely friendly and helpful. I felt so welcome in her home. Finally, on the overall, my stay was wonderful and the view from the room is awesome. I definitely would stay again at Dr. Merci's home.

Marcelo and the dentist Merci made me feel welcomed. I actually felt I was with family. Marcelo offered to pick me up from bus station which was a great help. I was hungry and so Marcelo took me to local restaurant so I could eat before I went to rest. The room was very clean, cozy and private. There is a balcony with a gorgeous view that I made sure to enjoy. The restroom was big and shower water temperature adjusted from warm to hot. Merci and the family are there to help you. If you want to hang out with them they are there to help if you need privacy and got your own thing going on they'll let you be. I took advantage of their help and I truly enjoyed their company. I felt safe and knew my items were secured so I highly recommend "The Dentist House".

Marcelo and Merci are incredible, the attention at home is very good, and I feel like in my house, they are sociable people, they help you with everything you need, it's the third time I stay at Merci's house and I always go out with a Amazing experience, everything is clean, organized, the location has a very cool climate and you have many things on hand. Really great place to hosepdarse!

Marcelo allowed us to feel at home, because it is a very dynamic person, very aware of the art of hosting. We asked what time was the best time for our arrival, and phoned me just get my reservation. The house is right in the perfect location for us in a very picturesque and beautiful view of the city residential area. It is also important to mention that the house is in a gated community with a gate to prevent intruders. Everything was in perfect order and clean and even offered us pure drinking water during the night and made us feel happy and welcome. Thanks Marcelo!

Guillermo is a very careful person. He picked me up at the airport with his car. He was very kind and punctual, plus he speaks French and English. It really reassured. His house is clean and well located for visiting the city of San Salvador. He gave me lots of information about the city and the country in general. He even offered "pupusas", a typical dish of El Salvador which I loved. The area is quiet and has access to everything (pharmacy, supermarket, etc.). I felt at home. Thank you very Guille and next!

Guillermo provided a safe and friendly place for us to stay while visiting San Salvador. He welcomed us with a beer and friendly chatter in the evening. His place is homey, with simple furnishings. He provided makings for breakfast and tasty coffee to get us started in the morning. We hope to stay with Guillermo next time we are in San Salvador.

It was a so good experience to be guests at Guillermo for many reasons. First of all, it was our first experience in Latin American countries and we don't have any Spanish. We were worried if only one day vacation on weekend would worth to be in El Salvador. However, the reviews on AirBnB about Guillermo listing encouraged us to reserve at his place and come to San Salvador. When we came to the airport with expectatşon to find some where to exchange the currency from Canadian Dollar to United State Dollar, we were shocked that was no place at all to do that; we could just withdraw from the bank machine $75 USD maximum. Guillermo adopted the situation and made very good deals about the picking up/dropping us from/to the airport and the currency exchange through resolution centre on AirBnB. My husband and I honestly appreciate his help and guide about San Salvador. It was amazing than what we expected. We highly recommend his place in San Salvador and his host.

Apartment in a great location, quiet, safe neighborhood, puplicias, bakery, supermarket and fruit trader within walking distance. Guillermo was very friendly and helpful, helped us by the way to have our car repaired and was also a great conversation partner, he speaks fluent English. A week in San Salvador, it was great! Gladly again!

I was given Guillermo's details by a friend who stayed before and I can not recommend him highly enough. He is an excellent host, super helpful and really did his best to make my stay comfortable. I felt extremely relaxed; with my own space if I needed it but hanging out together too. The neighbourhood is pleasant too and feels safe walking around. Overall this was a 5* experience and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend either Guillermo or El Salvador to anyone thinking of visiting.

When i wrote to Guillermo and asked if i can stay in his place, he first answered immediately and then also went to pick me up. From the first moment i got a long very well with Guillermo, he is such a friendly and nice guy who's got a very cozy apartment in a nice area. I specially liked his garden which is small but adorable. The house is clean and hot water is a big plus(not very normal in El Salvador). Also neighborhood is very nice and safe(important when you come to San Salvador) and full of nice restaurants and bars. My favourite place was bar Vinyl, Berlin-styled place with latin vibes, absolutely incredible.

Guillermo is a very fine individual. He made my stay very comfortable and guided me on the places to visit within San Salvador, local restaurants and provided useful travel tips to the places around San Salvador. Guillermo is a well traveled person and does speak many languages. He is a great cook and was very kind enough to invite me for breakfast every morning. I had a good companion in him for the Santa Ana volcano hike. We conversed on a wide range of topics during the ascent and probably, that made the ardent task of hiking a pleasant one. The place is very neat, secure, and conveniently located to supermarkets, malls and more importantly, very easy to get to/from the bus terminal (Terminal de occidente) where you can take a bus to almost any place in El Salvador. Guillermo even went the extra mile to even drop me to the bus terminal on couple of occasions. In summary, I cannot think of a better place to stay than "Chez toi" in San Salvador and wholeheartedly, recommend people to elect this place without any second thoughts! Cheers, Pradeep Prasad

I recommend this place. It is a very safe location in San Salvador in a gated community. The host was very hospitable and offered me breakfast when I arrived the first day. Great communication throughout my stay. Gave good recommendations for places to visit in El Salvador. Overall, a great stay.

Loida and her family made us feel at home. We were able to share beautiful moments with the whole family and were always there to lend a hand in what we needed. They even took us to the beach of Cobanos so we can make Snorkel! Thank you all for making us spend such a nice stay, miss. Highly recommended!

Honestly I will try a hostel next time because I'm used to traveling more independently and I felt I was somewhat at the mercy of an overeager driver whose car needed a new radiator the say I wanted to go to the city center, but as it was my first day in a city with a crime reputation like this I thought at first I'd want my hand held. Instead i wished I could get a second opinion and talk to other travelers about what's safe to do and what's not, get a more adventurous perspective. Also I couldn't get a straight answer about rates before I got in the driver's car the first time and felt a bit like I was signing a blank check. But in the end the price was fair, and Loida generously drove me some places when he wasn't available. What I can't deny is the incredible generosity and hospitality of Loida and her family. If you can do a better job than I did of learning how to navigate the city by bus or if you don't mind hiring a driver for hours at a time I would highly recommend staying here.

Excellent 100% recommended

I've stayed  at about 30 airbnbs in the past 18 months.This was perhaps the friendliest kindest family I've stayed with. Loida her husband and 9 year old son greeted me on New Years Day like I was familia they made me feel so welcome .Their gated neighborhood  is high end for Central (URL HIDDEN) upstairs bedroom has a window facing east and I witnessed one of the most spectacular sunrises in my life,its on Instagram under oregonspud.Happy 2017 Amigos. Oh..their little dog is adorable too.

It is a welcoming and safe, very central, very attentive hostess would definitely recommend, my experience was extraordinary.

Excelente anfitriona, todo muy genial, cómodo, accesible, y buena atención. 100% recomendado.

Edwin has been super friendly and advised us very well!

Edwin is the nicest person you could meet, having made a last minute reservation from the bus station, Edwin offered to pick us up! He also gave us a lift to the bus station when'll we left! He was very knowledgable and quick to assist. Basically he has a heart of gold. The room itself is simple & clean, the bed comfortable, there is no hot water however for the price it represents good value. As we were only there overnight we didn't get to check out the area, we got a taxi to the main shopping mall which was about 15-20 minuets by taxi US$10.

Edwin and his mum are fantastic hosts and made me feel very welcome. The house was really clean, was great value and is in a great location, easily walkable from the centre. Edwin speaks English fluently and can tell you anything you need to know, even taking me out for pupusas in the evening! He offers a transfer service and I can't tell you how nice it was to be picked up from the bus station! I highly recommend Edwin as a guide and as a host. Thanks!

An absolutely lovely stay. Edwin is super nice and incredibly helpful. His knowledge of the area allowed us to even better our visit to the country. The place was exactly what you would expect and I felt right at home.

Edwin was kind enough to pick us up at the airport. He explained very well how to take the bus to tour and gives lots of tips on things to see. He helped us find accommodation for our next step. He was so friendly.

Having previously stayed in more afluent parts of town, my boyfriend and I looked for a place more central this time to get to know more of the capital and its people. It's not San Salvador's prettiest area but we also needed a place close to the Eastern Bus Terminal. That being said, we felt save anywhere in the capital and generally believe the "unsafe" stereotype is underserved for the the city and the rest of the country (we did walk around side streets at night, so what? and once people realise this, El Salvador will no longer remain the best kept secret of Central America) The house itself is a typical Salvadorean household and this is what's its unique selling point. This is not a characterless, spotless luxuery hotel but a friendly budget accomodation, with a warm and welcoming family sharing their home with you. What Edwin's house lacked in luxery or first world standards, he made up with his service. Wherever he could, he went beyond what we would have expected of him: Free pick-up from the station, free breakfast, insights into Salvadorean culture, history, adivce, detailled walking directions, free city tour and a genuine passion to have people like his country. As he makes his living as a tour guide, he has a lot of information to give away you'd otherwise pay for.

First and foremost, Edwin is a fantastic host! He is bilingual (Spanish and English languages) which may help ease your travel experience in El Salvador. He also owns his own tour company and is very knowledgeable about various routes, towns, and activities in his country. After securing my reservation, I contacted him about an airport pickup since I was arriving in the evening and traveling alone. His response was quick. (Any time I had a problem or question during my trip, he either answered his phone right away or my email in a timely manner.) His mother, great-aunt, and dog Duké live on the property. They are very pleasant and hospitable. I immediately felt like part of their family. The house is very secure. You cannot walk in unless someone opens the iron gate or buzzes you in. When I first walked in the house, I immediately felt at home because it reminded me of my grandparents' house in the Philippines. You have free access to the kitchen and the gorgeous patio. The patio feels like a greenhouse. I was given a room with 2 twin beds. It was hot and humid in August, but the floor fan is quite strong and I didn't need it later in the night (of course this is subject to personal comfort). One of the mattresses is not great (there are some springs missing causing minimal support), but the other is perfectly fine. (A couple stayed in a different room with twin beds and did not have a problem with the beds.) Towels and soap are provided. The bathroom is shared and is cleaned daily. The water pressure of the shower may not be the strongest, but is sufficient to cool you off after a hot day (again subject to personal comfort). Please remember that you are staying in someone's house. Therefore, the comforts you may be accustomed to in a hotel may not be provided in a personal home. This is part of the charm and a preview to local Salvadorian living. I adored Edwin and his family! Because of their hospitality, I would highly recommend a stay here. I honestly feel that a lifelong friendship has been created (something I cannot say of my other Airbnb hosts). Edwin's knowledge, help, and kindness provided a great start to my trip in El Salvador.

Edwin worked very hard to make sure we were welcome and comfortable. He gave us a quick tour of the downtown area that helped us feel safe and familiar with the area. It was also very nice to know a little of the history of San Salvador. He was kind enough to give us a couple rides, and gave lot of great advice on the area.

Buen lugar, tranquilo, seguro! Que vergón!

Excellent cozy place I recommend it

Frank was an amazing host! The apartment was exactly like the pictures, and came with everything we needed for our stay. Frank also acted as a tour guide for us for a very reasonable fee. He took us to see several places like the beach, a volcano, some monuments in the capital, and some quaint towns to the north. He took us to some amazing restaurants, and we were able to try lots of the local cuisine. If we ever go back, we'll definitely rent from Frank again!

The place is big and with a lot of light!!!

Excellent and super clean apartment, excellent location.

The host is super helpful and have great communication, great assistance with transportation from and to the airport

It is a safe and beautiful place... I enjoy the location is close to everything and is super clean.

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Excellent fit, Frank was very communicative and helpful. I recommend it!!

Fue una experiencia genial, la familia, como buenos salvadoreños me hicieron sentir más que en casa. Recomiendo este hospedaje e invito a otros viajeros a tomarlo sin duda. Saludos...

Helped me get around town :)

Rom is basic but in a friendly estate and a taste of life in San Salvador. I stayed two weeks and really enjoyed it

Rafael was probably the most gracious host I've ever had. He and his wife are extremely friendly and helpful. They made me feel at home and provided exceptional service. Though the bedroom is small, the bed was the most comfortable that I've slept in in weeks so that was a refreshing change. Also in a location close to the university which was nice and he was kind enough to drive me to work... Amazing! God bless you all

It was very nice and comfortable stay. Taxi arrangements to the airport was also good to me underwriting willingly. Thank you very much!

Natalia has a beautiful home in a very safe area. I walked and took the bus every day and felt completely safe and at home. El Salvador is a beautiful country with beautiful people, Natalia most definitely included! She was very hospitable and friendly the whole time, and she knows a lot about the city. 7 Stars Natalia! :-)

Everything you need you will find here. Entering there first day with hungry. Just to find out where to get dinner, for example purpusas :-) you will get help next. In your room there you will find a comfortable bed, enough space to leave your package. In the bathroom you can refresh of the heat of the down. With fresh towels and bedsheets. In the living you can rest also in the sofa. All rooms are lovely decorated and painted. So easy to fall asleep soon. Specially after a long journey. In the house you will get in contact with others and also can stay quiet to relax. Very special is the direct view of the Vulcan San Salvador. I liked a lot to see the clouds as they rised up to the top of the volcano. Milu and Nala - two dogs of the house - will be your partner there :-) during that they love to get strokes. The enviroment of the house and street is really quiet and safe. Even you will have a chocolate tree in front of the house! There is a place next where you can get fresh fruits, pupusas, cakes and also all things of life for to recharge the kitchen. Also you can prepare your personal breakfast, lunch or dinner. Depends of your talent. Directly you even will enter to the buses in all directions. Just 10 minutes walking and you are there. Just need to get know how it works. Try it (B30 or B44 until Centrocomercial, from there with 101D until Santa Tecla). Next to a park in the way to an Italian restaurant. Just to have all time small money with you. Minimum starts with 25 cents! As you know Uber even you can start your daily travel there easy. Every day that i returned i felt like at home. Natalia and her assistent of the house are very friendly and helpful persons. Just to be away few days and you will see what you miss. So thankful for all! Sure i will return.

I don't know where to begin, so I shall speak freely: Best place ever! I definitely want to return to San Salvador, and knowing that such a welcoming, affordable and secure place is available is reassuring. I can assure you that you will not find a better deal in terms of pricing, and although there are some shared common areas - you still maintain your privacy. Natalia is extremely helpful and can answer any questions you have about the city, and the location is also central to a lot of shops and resources, while also having access to nature routes, etc. Enjoy your stay !

Natalia is the best host, very caring and patient, she always asked about my day and answered all my questions, I couldn't have asked for anyone else, will miss her, her family and her lovely dogs xo

I stayed at Natalia's home for several weeks while in San Salvador for work. I had an incredible stay and would highly recommend staying here. About the place: The photos are accurate. The home is comfortable, well-kept, and had everything I needed. There is a bathroom/shower in the hallway just outside the two bedrooms that is effectively just for guests. It's a very charming home overall. The house is well-located and the neighborhood is very safe. I walked and took the bus at all hours without any problems and felt completely safe. There are several restaurants, bars, and a major supermarket within a few minutes walk. There also a major bus stop a few blocks away with buses to pretty much every part of town. About the host(s): Natalia is super responsive, easy-going, and accommodating. She was very easy to communicate with beforehand, answered all my questions, and gladly arranged for my arrival (in the middle of the night). There is a lot of family & friends living nearby that are gracious and welcoming and they make for an incredibly vibrant home. I met a lot of people through Natalia and was invited to the homes of family/friends, outings in the city, day trips to the beach, etc. Natalia is great about making guests feel welcome while providing them their own space, so you can integrate when and as much as you like. Staying in this home and having the opportunity to spend time with this family was without doubt the highlight of my time in El Salvador.

Natalia was a wonderful host and has a beautiful home! She made us feel welcome, gave us great advice for travel within El Salvador, and even showed us around!

This is a very nice lady. The place is very simple and reflects the price. I wish her all the best. Don't expect the ritz but you are not paying for it either. I can't say enough nice things about the lady, she is so helpful and friendly. We had a room to ourselves and a bathroom too and access to a living room area. Definately no frills.