Playa San Diego Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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

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
Sunzal Beach

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
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
Palacio Nacional showing tropical scenes and a castle

National Palace of El Salvador

Admire the grandeur and opulence of a downtown architectural landmark, a large palace that once served as the seat of El Salvador’s government.

National Palace of El Salvador
El Palmarcito Beach

El Palmarcito Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at El Palmarcito Beach during your trip to Tamanique? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

El Palmarcito Beach
Catedral Metropolitano featuring a church or cathedral

Catedral Metropolitano

Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral.

Catedral Metropolitano

Activities

Relaxing Pools

Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe

NZ$239
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe
Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City

Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City

NZ$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City
Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City

Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City

NZ$128
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City
El Salvador: Ruta de las Flores and Rainbow Slide Day Trip

Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour

NZ$166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour
From Airport to CARDEDEU and Finca CAMPO BELLO SANTA ANA

From Airport to CARDEDEU and Finca CAMPO BELLO SANTA ANA

NZ$266
per adult
From Airport to CARDEDEU and Finca CAMPO BELLO SANTA ANA
Don't think too much. Just jump!...

Wet & Wild: Tamanique Waterfalls + Craft Beer sampling & Lunch

NZ$241
per adult
Wet & Wild: Tamanique Waterfalls + Craft Beer sampling & Lunch
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Our pick of the best Playa San Diego Hotel Deals

Barceló San Salvador

Barceló San Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Ave Las Magnolias Y Blvd Del Hipodromo, San Salvador, SS
The price is NZ$192 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$192
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,283 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Barceló San Salvador
Mini apartamento para 4 personas

Mini apartamento para 4 personas

3.5 out of 5
117 Av. San Jose, San Salvador, San Salvador
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"It is in a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood with a park directly across the street. It's very close to MetroCentro making shopping and eating very convenient. This is the second time we've stayed here. The owner even allowed us to check in early. There's plenty of storage, a desk, a couch that ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Mini apartamento para 4 personas
Hotel La Estancia

Hotel La Estancia

2.5 out of 5
Km40, Autopista Comalapa, San Luis Talpa, La Paz
The price is NZ$82 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$82
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Talpa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Me gusto la atencion muy amable de todo el personal, desde el motorista que nos llego a traer al aeropuerto, la repcionista con la reservacion, el mesero con el desayuno tipico y todo el resto de personal muy atentos y amigables. Les recomiendo este hotel la Estancua, muy cerca del aeropuerto."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Hotel La Estancia
Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador

Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador

3.5 out of 5
Contiguo a Centro Comercial La Gran Via, Antiguo Cuscatlán, LI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$189 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$189
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Antiguo Cuscatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"More different breakfast food to change daily,"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador
Cardedeu Centro Histórico

Cardedeu Centro Histórico

4 out of 5
2a Avenida Sur, San Salvador
The price is NZ$278 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$278
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (172 reviews)
"Loved everything about it. Only negative thing is the parking inconvenience. They need carts to assist better with luggage."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Cardedeu Centro Histórico
Hyatt Centric San Salvador

Hyatt Centric San Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Districto Comercial Cascadas, Calle El Pedregal y Avenida Sergio Paiz, Antiguo Cuscatlán, La Libertad
The price is NZ$269 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$269
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Antiguo Cuscatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (771 reviews)
"The courtesy. Education of the staff."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Centric San Salvador
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Other neighbourhoods around Playa San Diego

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San Diego

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in San Diego. You might want to make time for a stop at San Diego Beach or El Amatal Beach.

San Diego
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Xanadu

While there might not be top attractions in Xanadu, you can explore the larger area and discover places like El Palmarcito Beach and Sunzal Beach.

Xanadu
Museo de Arte de El Salvador showing signage

Zona Rosa

While visiting Zona Rosa, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and President Theater.

Zona Rosa
Museo de Arte de El Salvador showing signage

San Benito

If you're spending some time in San Benito, Bambu City Center and Museo de Arte de El Salvador are top sights worth seeing.

San Benito
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Colonia Flor Blanca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Colonia Flor Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit Estadio Magico Gonzales and Metrocentro.

Colonia Flor Blanca
Monumento al Salvador del Mundo featuring a statue or sculpture, central business district and a monument

Escalón

While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Monumento al Salvador del Mundo and Plaza Futura.

Escalón

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