Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Business center
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room size and maintenance concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.59
Multiple issues with cleanliness reported, including stains and used products.
Service
9.06
Staff were consistently described as friendly, attentive, and helpful.
Location
8.6
Conveniently located near food outlets and central areas.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms are described as comfortable but can be small and outdated.
Amenities
8.28
Amenities generally met expectations, with areas for improvement.
Value for Money
8.04
Perceived as slightly overpriced given the cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Breakfast was frequently praised for its quality and variety.
Overall Experience
8.36
Despite some cleanliness concerns, the overall sentiment remains positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 20:28

Property Description

Hotel San Jose Hostal in San Salvador offers comfortable accommodation with a garden, free private parking, and a business center. Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Well-Equipped Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with a variety of amenities such as a coffee machine, fridge, and flat-screen TV, ensure a relaxing stay.

Delicious Breakfast Options: Start your day with a continental, American, or vegetarian breakfast served every morning at the property.

Convenient Location: Just 42 km from El Salvador International Airport, Hotel San Jose Hostal is the perfect choice for your stay in San Salvador.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 194 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Hernández • solo_traveller • sv
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
H
Hernández • solo_traveller • sv
10
Pros:

El desayuno y la limpieza

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
G
Guillermo • couple • us
9
Good place to short stay
Pros:

Great staff good location

Cons:

No problem

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
M
Manuel • couple • cr
9
Cumple con lo descrito. Muy bien si lo que buscas es solo dormir después de andar conociendo este hermoso país
Pros:

La ubicación, el personal super amable y siempre dispuesto a ayudarte

Cons:

El baño súper pequeño, en nuestra habitación era un cuadrado de 60cm x 60 cm aproximadamente. Pero nada con lo que no se pudiera lidiar 😅

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Roca • solo_traveller • gt
4
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Dariusz • solo_traveller • pl
2
The guesthouse does not provide what is offered.
Pros:

The ‘standard room’ package should include, for example:
- a balcony
- a coffee machine
- a safe
- a fridge
- a microwave
- hairdryer
Unfortunately, none of these items were present! I reported this to the owner, who replied that these amenities are only available in “superior” rooms. Unfortunately, the owner is not telling the truth; as proof of this, I am attaching my booking confirmation.
I have complained to booking.com because I don’t like it when someone tries to scam me!

Cons:

Don’t lie – just apologise

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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vinamarino2006 • solo_traveller • cl
10
Excelente hotel, hostal en San Salvador
Pros:

Personal, instalaciones, desayuno, relacion precio calidad, buena informacion turistica.

Cons:

Nada

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
A
Arturo • solo_traveller • sv
5
Pros:

Amabilidad

Cons:

Instalaciones, el servicio de desayuno empieza muy tarde.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
D
Dariusz • solo_traveller • pl
3
The description does not match the actual condition.
Pros:

A modest guesthouse located in an uninteresting neighborhood; the nearest “attraction” is a McDonald's just a few minutes' walk away. You'll need to take an Uber to the city center; the ride takes 15–20 minutes and costs $3–4.
A rather run-down place, not very clean, with a poorly furnished room.
The room did not have the amenities that were listed in the booking offer! The main issue is:
1. there's no refrigerator, which is a major drawback given the temperatures in El Salvador.
2. no tea or coffee making set
3. no microwave
4. no safe (supposedly there is one at the front desk but not in the room as advertised)
All of these items are explicitly listed in the room description - so I paid for them, but they weren't there.
Decent breakfasts (7:30–9:30)
One of the positives is the manager - a very friendly and helpful person who speaks English well. The rest of the staff speaks only Spanish, which sometimes led to language misunderstandings. Good AC and Wi-Fi.

Cons:

The room description and photos do not match reality. I believe that either you should deliver what was promised in the offer, or simply not offer it at all so as not to mislead guests.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Ivan Leonardo • solo_traveller • co
10
Muy atentos y amables, recomendado para un viaje básico y cómodo.
Pros:

La atención del personal y amabilidad

Cons:

Todo ok

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Dunja • solo_traveller • ch
5
Pros:

Freundliches Personal, sehr einfaches Zimmer, für eine Nacht ok

Cons:

Mein Zimmer war sehr klein, wenn nicht sogar einengend, das Hotel lag mit Auto knapp 15min vom Zentrum entfernt, für mich passte das Preis- und Leistungsverhältnis nicht überein.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • mx
9
Pros:

Estaba muy limpio

Cons:

Todo estaba bien

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • mx
9
Pros:

Estaba muy limpio

Cons:

Todo estuvo bien

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Pinzón • solo_traveller • co
10
Pros:

La atención del personal, buen trato, limpieza

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
P
Payes • solo_traveller • gt
6
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
R
Ramirez • solo_traveller • sv
10
Pros:

Its a great place to stay

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
H
Humberto • family_with_children • sv
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
J
jaime adolfo • solo_traveller • sv
10
Pros:

Exelente para mí gusto está muy bueno
Las personas son super amables

Instalaciones limpias y no importa la hora siempre hay alguien disponible para atenderte

Cons:

Solo deben modificar los números de contacto en este sitio para uno comunicarse más fácil

Me fue difícil contactar para hablar con alguien

El resto son personas muy amables

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
T
Thierry • couple • fr
9
Très bon emplacement pour visiter El Salvador.
Pros:

L’emplacement par rapport au Centro Historico. Accueil et disponibilité du personnel. Place de parking devant.

Cons:

Rien. Peut être pas d’eau chaude. Mais vu la température on s’en passe.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Lorena • couple • pa
7
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee