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Barú

2.0 star property
Beach hostel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Double Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi
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Double Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Barú welcomes guests with its oceanfront setting and complimentary breakfast. The on-site restaurant, Gitano, offers local cuisine with beachfront dining and stunning ocean views. Visitors can relax on sun loungers or enjoy the outdoor pool, soaking in the coastal atmosphere.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Double Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carretera Puerto, La Libertad, La Libertad

What's nearby

  • Sunset Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Punta Roca Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Playa San Blas - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • El Majahual Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Sunzal Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • El Salvador Intl. Airport (SAL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Típicos Margoth - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cristy. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maurita: Mariscos y Cocteles - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Acajutla, El Malecón. - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Barú

Hostel near El Majahual Beach
Free breakfast (local cuisine), shopping on site, and an outdoor entertainment area are just a few of the amenities provided at Barú. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. The on-site restaurant, Gitano, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free beach club on site, a gift shop, and beach umbrellas
  • Outdoor furniture and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms at Barú include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Frette Italian sheets
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 30-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gitano

Things to do

  • Free beach club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Barú La Libertad
Barú Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Barú Hostel/Backpacker accommodation La Libertad

Frequently asked questions

Does Barú have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Barú pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barú?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barú?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Barú?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Barú located?

Nestled on the beach, this La Libertad hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of HappyDog Refuge and Punta Roca Beach. Playa La Paz and Playa San Blas are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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