Offering an extensive garden, an outdoor lounge area and modern design, the Il Buongustaio is located 10 minutes’ drive from the El Salvador Art Museum and from the Presidente Theatre. There is a gym available for guests. The air-conditioned rooms offer wardrobe, a desk, flat-screen cable TV and city views. The bathrooms are private and come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Continental breakfast including hot meal options is included and free WiFi is provided throughout. The property offers butler service. Il Bongustaio restaurant features Italian cuisine and guests will find more dining options within 200 metres. La Gran Via Mall is 5 minutes’ drive away. This property is 3 km from Bicentenary Park, 5 km from Cuscatlán Park and from the San Salvador Main Square. Il Buongustaio is a 45 minutes drive from International Airport Monsenor Arnulfo Romero.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for San Salvador
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maurice
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The most comfortable bed and sheets I’ve slept in for a long time! Enormous room and bathroom with a huge shower, makes it feel very luxurious. Great breakfast options with lovely garden view. Free parking and friendly staff.
  • Tzitzi72
    Panama Panama
    I have been going to this hotel since their opening, it continues to be the best hotel in San Salvador. It has only 6 rooms, nice backyard terrace, excellent restaurant.
  • Val
    United States United States
    Great selection at breakfast, nice lounge for evening cocktails. Fabulous restaurant. Rooms large and comfortable. Would stay again!
  • Val
    United States United States
    Staff is amazing - front desk, bar, restaurant - all top notch service. The breakfast was amazing, just delicious. We had dinner at the restaurant one night and everyone raved. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends!
  • Jeffrey
    United States United States
    Very helpful staff, top notch facilities, and an excellent restaurant and bar.
  • Rebecca
    Canada Canada
    Rooms are spacious and beautiful, staff are excellent, and the restaurant is outstanding
  • Jemmal
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the staff, the location, the room was a good size, the bed was very comfortable and the garden was beautiful. Really enjoyed the breakfast options too!
  • Tzitzi72
    Panama Panama
    I have been going to this hotel since it opened more than 10 years ago, and it is still, for me, the best place / hotel in San Salvador due to its location, privacy, restaurant and friendliness of the staff.
  • Daniel
    Ukraine Ukraine
    Amazing boutique hotel in a secure area of the city.
  • Fatima
    France France
    By far, the best hotel in San Salvador. And the restaurant Il Bongustaio is also the best restaurant in san salvador. Very customized service, quality of the food, and perfect service.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • IL Bongustaio
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Gluten-free

Facilities of Il Buongustaio
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Public Bath
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Il Buongustaio takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 13:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Il Buongustaio in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Il Buongustaio

  • Il Buongustaio has 1 restaurant:

    • IL Bongustaio

  • Il Buongustaio offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Fitness
    • Happy hour
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Public Bath

  • The prices at Il Buongustaio may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Il Buongustaio can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Il Buongustaio is 3.1 miles from the centre of San Salvador. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Il Buongustaio include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Il Buongustaio is from 15:00, and check-out is until 13:00.