Papaya Lodge

Lodges
8.4 (226 reviews)
Kilometro 42, carretera a litoral. Playa Tunco , La Libertad , sv

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near beach, restaurants and bars
Very friendly and helpful staff (shuttle and lost-item assistance noted)
Nice pool and laid-back atmosphere
Good breakfast (típico) and onsite amenities like AC and cooking facilities
Clean and spacious rooms reported by many guests
Cons:
Some rooms basic or dark; very firm beds for some guests
Occasional noise at night due to nearby bars
Common areas sometimes neglected; occasional bad smells or worn furniture
Staff responsiveness to pre-arrival contact was inconsistent
Limited towels/sheets fit issues and spotty wifi coverage in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Generally reported as clean (rooms and bathrooms often noted as clean), though some reviews mention common areas a bit neglected and occasional odors or worn furniture.
Service
9.2
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and attentive (assisting with lost items, receptive, shuttle service). A few reports of limited responsiveness to pre-arrival emails and minor pushback on towel requests.
Location
9
Consistently praised for an excellent, very central location close to the beach, restaurants and bars; occasional downside is night-time noise from nearby bars.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms described as spacious and basic; some guests found beds very firm, sheets/towels issues, a few rooms dark or with worn furniture—overall functional but modest.
Amenities
8.8
Pool, hammocks, AC, cooking facilities, surfboard rental and airport shuttle noted positively; pool size was criticized by a couple of guests.
Value for Money
7.8
Mixed perceptions: some felt it was worth the stay (10/10, hidden gem), while at least one guest called it too expensive; overall reasonable but not universally seen as great value.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast frequently described as delicious and a highlight (including típico breakfast), though a few guests wanted more local fruit/variety or found breakfast merely 'ok'.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall positive guest sentiment: friendly staff, great location and pool create a pleasant stay despite some basic rooms, occasional noise and minor facility issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 17:33

Property Description

Tropical Oasis with Modern Comforts

Nestled in La Libertad, just a stone's throw away from the beach and El Faro shopping mall, Papaya Lodge offers a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Refreshing Outdoor Pool and Free WiFi

Unwind by the inviting outdoor pool, soak up the sun on the terrace, and stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Convenient Amenities and Proximity to Attractions

With basic yet comfortable rooms featuring air conditioning, and a prime location near San Salvador's main square and El Salvador Airport, Papaya Lodge ensures a hassle-free stay for all guests.

Ready to experience the best of La Libertad? Book your stay at Papaya Lodge now!

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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 226 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.2
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Riccardo • couple • us
1
Too expensive and a small pool rooms are basic
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • sv
10
Me encantó
Pros:

Super bien ubicado

Cons:

Todo estuvo bien

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Sinéad • solo_traveller • ie
7
Basic hostel in a good location
Pros:

Spacious room but basic
Great location
Great AC
Friendly staff even with language barriers
Cooking facilities
Plumbed cold water to fill bottles

Cons:

Staff were hard to contact, they didn't reply to emails before arriving. They weren't very knowledgeable about tours/buses etc.
Shower was often cold.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Vitor • extended_group • br
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Brittany • couple • us
9
Nice hotel in El Tunco
Pros:

The staff is very friendly and the location is very close to restaurants, bars, and the beach. The breakfast is delicious, and the pool is nice and refreshing. They also offer a shuttle service to the airport.

Cons:

The location is near bars, so it can get a little noisy at night.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • couple • es
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • sv
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Chycody • solo_traveller • ca
7
Good location with pool
Pros:

Good location, well kept pool, hammocks

Cons:

No proper bedsheets to fit the double bed

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • us
5
The staff is excellent, but the room and breakfast service were not what I expected.
Pros:

Papaya Lodge was comfortable, and I felt very safe. The Lodge staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean, had proper ventilation, and they offered parking (you may have to leave your key if you park behind another car). There is a pool, and you can rent a surfboard there too. The Lodge is conveniently located within walking distance of the shops, "street vendors," and restaurants. Our favorite place to eat was Dale Dale. They have delicious pupusas, smoothies, frozen drinks, and comida tipical.

Cons:

The fitted sheet kept slipping off one of the beds. We were given one bath towel per person and only 1 face towel. I had to request a second face towel and received a bit of pushback. The breakfast was ok. I travelled to El Salvador for its culture, which includes comida tipica, so I would have loved fresh local fruit like anona, pitaya, papaya, locally available bread rather than banana and strawberries and white bread from the US. I would have been happy with a handmade tortilla and requeson!

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Cisneros • couple • sv
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Marilin • solo_traveller • sv
7
One night budget
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The common areas and room furnitures. Broken or messed up. And the bad smells comming sewers.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • solo_traveller • us
9
Hidden gem!
Pros:

Great location in such a lovely surf town. Pool is wonderful. Laid back and friendly.

Cons:

Very firm bed

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • family_with_children • us
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Ileana • solo_traveller • cr
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Victor • solo_traveller • br
10
Staff muito atencioso e café da manhã incrível!
Pros:

Receptividade, estrutura em geral muito boa e café da manhã

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Juan Camilo • extended_group • co
10
Buen hotel para una estadia comoda
Pros:

Un buen hotel para pasar el finde en el Tunco, el personal es muy amable, los cuartos limpios.

Cons:

Deberían ampliar la cobertura del wifi, pues en mi cuarto no llegaba muy bien la señal, un buen repetidor de señal corrige esto.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Edgardo • solo_traveller • gt
9
Pros:

Excelente ubicación y muy buena atención

Cons:

Las áreas comunes un poco descuidadas

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • gt
10
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

La
Piscina muy pequeña,

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Roope • solo_traveller • fi
10
Pros:

We lived everything! The breakfast tipico was amazing. The staff made us feel welcomed. The room was spacious and clean.

10/10 would visit again.

Cons:

There was nothing not to like.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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ADRIANA YESNICA • solo_traveller • pa
8
Pros:

El desayuno y el personal muy amable! A mi hijo se le quedó una camiseta en el cuarto y el encargado corrio al uber a devolverlo

Cons:

La decoración de la habitación y camas podrian mejorar

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee