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About this property
Beachfront Location: Layback Surf Hotel in El Tunco offers direct beachfront access with stunning ocean views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the year-round outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and tiled floors. Each room includes a private entrance and an inner courtyard view, ensuring a comfortable and private stay. Exceptional Facilities: The inn provides free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, and outdoor seating areas. Additional services include private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle, and free on-site parking. Nearby Attractions: Playa El Tunco is just a few steps away, while San Salvador Bicentennial Park lies 39 km from the property. El Salvador International Airport is 41 km distant.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michele
United Kingdom
“Very clean, comfortable, spacious room and kind host.” - Piers
Jersey
“Good choice and I liked the flexibility of when we had breakfast.” - Jacky
United Kingdom
“Raul was the perfect host. Marilyn made a lovely breakfast. Laundry facility was super handy. The pool was greatly received, couldn’t survive the heat without it. The position of Layback was perfect for beach and restaurants.” - Rasmus
Sweden
“Super ! Comfortable, very friendly people working there. Raoul is a great host, super relaxed, he made everything super easy and was always happy to help. The girls working there are awesome, kind and very helpful!” - Jose
Spain
“The staff is very friendly, they helped us with the instructions on how to get to the place and once arrived they we're really kind and friendly at all the time. The facilities are located next door to the party area and the surfing beach,...” - Scott
Canada
“- Great location a stone's throw from the beach. - Right in the heart of El Tunco, but down a street which makes it quiet. - Raul the owner is chill. Really nice dude who will make you feel at home.” - Kathy
New Zealand
“Great location The breakfasts were amazing Host is super helpful Staff are very kind and go out of their way to help.” - Gino
Chile
“Lo mejor es la atención, son personas amables y me hicieron sentir en casa.” - Mark
Bolivia
“The hotel was nice. It is more like a house/hostel with a few guest rooms than a hotel. The host was on site and very friendly, available, and resourceful. The ladies who worked during the day were super helpful with making breakfast, coffee,...” - Diego
El Salvador
“La ubicacion es muy buena, el staff muy atento, las instalaciones adecuadas, la limpieza de la habitación excelente y medidas de seguridad del hotel excelentes.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

