About

Papaya Lodge is the largest and most popular property in the city for backpackers. There is quite a large social atmosphere here, so if you are looking to make some friends and meet people. In the common areas have a television room, with multiple cable channels, an abundance of DVD’s and some books with couches for sitting and relaxing. Upstairs there are hammocks perfect to read a book and take a nap outside. The property offers and free WiFi throughout, free private parking and an outdoor pool and terrace.

Papaya Lodge is right in the heart of all of the action in El Tunco and located right on the intersection of the two main roads that pass through the town. You will find that you are a three-minute walk away from the beach and just over the road from any food, ATM, convenience store, or bar that you could want. It has a superb location. For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the property.

The property offers a wide range of private accommodations. The bathrooms have shower.

Papaya Lodge policies and conditions:

Check-in time starts at 2 pm.
Check-out time is 12 pm.
Please inform Papaya Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time.

Payment types accepted at this property: cash, credit card and debit card.
This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival.

Cancellation policy: 48 hours before arrival.

Taxes included - occupancy tax 13 % per room per night.

Breakfast included.

General:

24-hour front desk.

No curfew.

No pets are allowed at this property.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Airport Transfers
  • Fax Service
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • ATM
  • Shuttle Bus
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Reviews

8.7Fabulous(502)
  • Value for Money
    8.4
  • Security
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    8.0
  • Cleanliness
    8.1
  • Staff
    8.9
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    8.1
Stayed in Nov 2025
8.3
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Matthew
Male, 31-40, Canada
Central location, but right across from a bar that plays loud music throughout the day until late at night, so not the place to get any sleep if you're catching an early shuttle out of town or early morning surf lesson. Atmosphere not the most social, despite as advertised (as was the same opinion of others there I spoke to). Could have just been the crowd during the one day I stayed there
Stayed in Nov 2025
9.4
M
Mike
Male, 25-30, Greece
Very nice location , nice pollo and super good breakfast. Has good hammocks area and your can do surf lessons with nice instructors. I belive it can be a bit cheaper but the area is expensive in general. Cools rooms and we found clean toilets and showers.
Stayed in Nov 2025
9.4
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Laura
Female, 18-24, England
Amazing location, rooms had great AC and clean bathrooms, no bar or activities however the location is basically on the beach so much to do around in the area
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Location

Playa El Tunco Km 42 Carretera El Litoral, Tamanique, La Libertad, El Salvador
6.4km from city centre