Places to stay near Playa Rio Mar

Tropical Villa @SurfCity | Private + Secluded!

Your Tropical Rental located in a friendly neighborhood, just a short walk from the beach and saltwater pools of El Palmarcito. Suited best for Nature Lovers, secluded from the noise, yet close to enjoy the best attractions of Surf City. Designed w/simplicity, offering every essential in a semi-open traditional Salvadoran layout, blending indoor comfort with the soothing presence of nature. Ideal for couples, digital nomads & surf trips, work remotely with ease, or simply reconnect and relax.

Oceanfront Cove "Oasis Zonte"

Beach getaway right on the beach, with great surfing, restaurants and great beach bars (and only 45 minutes from San Salvador). It has an amazing view, great location, awesome local and expat community, great spots to hang outside of the house, a big patio/gazebo by the pool, multiple hammocks, soothing wave sound and sea breeze, gorgeous tropical light, and the best surfing in the country. New AC installed in Oct. 2023. New refrigerator 2021+ stove 2025. Pool is beautifully redone, April 2024.

Loft in the heart of El Sunzal

Imagine waking up to a coastal experience right in front of you, a perfect contrast between the sky, the mountains, and the sea. Enjoy a relaxing stay in our cozy loft. This modern and comfortable space is designed to provide you with a pleasant experience just minutes from the beach. The loft comes with an equipped kitchen and a balcony with beautiful views. It’s close to the best restaurants, shopping centers, and just 4 minutes from Surf City. It’s the perfect place for a relaxing vacation!

Magical cabin in Tamanique

Experience this unique cabin and get back in touch with nature. Perched on top of Cerro La Gloria amidst the pine and cypress trees, the cabin is a perfect place to relax. Enjoy the amazing views of the surrounding landscape and Pacific Ocean. Located in Tamanique (home of the waterfalls) Tamanique Cabana is a short drive from San Salvador and El Tunco. Take your mind off the busy side of life and get back to the basics. Please note a 4 x 4 vehicle is required to access the property.

Las Mañanitas, La Libertad, ES

Las Mañanitas is a newly constructed beach villa overlooking the sunrises and the coastal line of the Pacific Ocean. The villa's three bedrooms accommodate up to 8 people. Each bedroom has its own full bathroom and balcony, with an amazing view to the ocean. Living room, dining room and kitchenette all within the same living area, with frontal view to amazing infinity pool. The villa is located inside a gated community with security 24/7. It has direct access to the private beach.

Zonterini - beachfront private house in El Zonte

This is our family beach house, it is beachfront with amazing ocean-views surrounded by palm trees. Its thatched roof out of palm leafs gives it a tropical flair. The main house is round-shaped with foldable sliding doors & windows (feel free to ask our caretaker to close them for you at night/open in the morning). The pool is very big and has a deep and a shallow area suitable for children. The third bedroom is located in a third, new area next to the pool with ocean view.

Sunzalón Surfing Apartment 2

Located 200 meters from El Sunzal beach, this quiet 1 bedroom unit is perfect for your surfing holiday or weekend getaway. Equipped with a private kitchenette, a private bathroom with shower, and A/C. Direct access from CA-2 with secure parking. A five-minute walk to the beach, ten-minute walk to the world-famous Sunzal surf break. Multiple surfing spots within a short drive. THE POOL, GARDENS, AND PARKING AREAS ARE SHARED WITH THE OTHER TWO UNITS.

Eco Treetop monuntain-beach cabin

The cabin offers the perfect ambience for relaxing, contact nature, or just share a friendly local experience. Ideal for adventure travelers, couples. Located at El Palmarcito Beach, good for entry and intermediate level surfing (lessons and board rentals available). No pets. allowed. Also 5 minute drive from El Tunco Beach and El Zonte Beach/Good atmosphere, to relax. Good for couples, adventurers, business travelers. Pets are not allowed.

Oceanfront Villa at Surfcity Shalpa Beach

Ivy Marey is an oceanfront villa located in Surf City, with direct access to the semi-private Shalpa beach, inside a gated community and surrounded by lush tropical forest. Just 20 minutes from La Libertad and close to El Zonte, El Sunzal and El Tunco, it offers the perfect balance of privacy and proximity. Guests highlight the stunning ocean views, the vibrant green surroundings and the wide sandy beach available all year.