About

Capricho Beach House is a small hotel situated at the beach front of the peninsula Barra de Santiago. This cozy and relaxed place is made in ecological style with palm thatched roofs, rustic motifs, wooden beams and the four rooms share a cool corridor overlooking the beach. The spectacular natural surroundings frame this property with the long stretched sandy beach in front and the still waters of the estuary (lagoon) at the back side. The area is dotted with coconut palms and is frequented by different birds such as humming birds visiting the flowers in the garden. The rooms all have A/C and private bath. There is a lounge area for sun bathing, small palm thatched ranchos at the beach front, a living room and restaurant area. There is a large pool with childrens pool area. Our hotel offer a restaurant service from 6am to 9pm but if you want to visit other places, the village (3kms away) and the Bocana (1 kms away) are other options for meals.

This is the perfect place for nature lovers as the location is conducive to enjoy the amazing wildlife in this protected natural area. Tours into the mangroves to observe birds, reptiles, crocodiles, mammals and the local fishing communitys way of life tops the list along with surf activities, observing the great ocean turtles and other ecological conservation programs. Services available are : board rental, surf classes, boat trips into the estuary or mangroves, fishing trips, night walks to observe turtle lay eggs on the beach and turtle baby release tours. Transport services to International Airport, San Salvador, Ruta de Las Flores, El Imposible and Los Cobanos are available. . Barra de Santiago village is just 3 kms away and is the home of fishermen and their families and a couple of small stores and diners. Common denominator of the area is that its very healthy environment where you can feel safe walking around also after dark. To visit the beautiful bocana (tip of the peninsula) it is just a 15 min. walk from Capricho. From here you can observe on clear days the impressive volcanic mountain chain all the way from Cerrro Verde volcanic complex to the Volcanoes of Pacaya, Agua and Fuego of Guatemala. Beyond the mangroves you also spot the green slopes of the El Imposible National Park.

Please note:
Cancellation Policy:48hours.
Check in time: 14:00
Check out time: 12:00
Credit Cards Accepted. 5% surcharge
Breakfast Not Included.
Taxes Not Included.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until

  • Child Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport Transfers
  • Restaurant
  • Air Conditioning
  • Breakfast Not Included
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Reviews

9.4Superb(4)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    8.0
  • Atmosphere
    8.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in May 2026
9.4
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Natalie
Female, 25-30, USA
Capricho Beach House is such a lovely little gem located right directly in front of the beach. I traveled in May solo and had the whole room/place to myself. The rooms are clean and the AC system works wonders for the heat/humidity outside. I dined outside and didn’t use the pool, but loved the beach. If you are driving up not in a 4WD, then park along the road or your car will get stuck in the sand like mine! The staff and locals were amazing and kindly helped push my car out though.
Stayed in Feb 2019
9.1
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Elizabeth
All Female Group, 41+, Canada
Loved the beach. Not sure if there would have been anything much expensive but can beat the location and we were the only ones there. Worth the effort to get to Barre de Santiago. We actually slept outdoors the 2nd night because it was cooler--me on the chaise lounge and my friend in the hammock. Very accommodating staff. Try the fish restaurant on the beach towards town for dinner.
Stayed in Dec 2015
4.9
D
data
Female, 41+, El Salvador
Security: Came in after 9 pm only 1 time I found someone in the location Location: The hostel had no access by car, we drove in first day and got stranded on the sand, until people helped out. Staff: I had to ask for towels, since there were none in the room, for a beach property??? No drinking water, no bottle water, tap water extremely salty. No soap in shower and only 1 toilet paper in the bathroom. Value for money: stayed at a similar price hotel in San Salvador with excellent service
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Location

La Barra de Santiago, Barra de Santiago, El Salvador
1.9km from city centre