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7.4

Good

El Cuco beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of El Cuco beach?

The bar is located right on the El Cuco beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Taqueria Don Sosa is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Playa El Cuco

Las Salinas, El Salvador

#8 out of 53 in Playa El Cuco

7.4

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Playa El Cuco • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Azul Surf Club

7.8 - Very good 50m

Bar Sambo Mambo Beach Hotel

6 - Pleasant 50m

Bar Hotel Cucolindo Surf

7 - Good 80m

Restaurant Taqueria Don Sosa

230m

Restaurant Hotel & Restaurante Gloria's

2 - Very poor 430m

Restaurant Comedor y COcteleria TITA

10 - Exceptional 440m

Restaurant COMEDOR Y COCTELERIA ROSITA

8 - Very good 450m

Restaurant Coctelería ''Tomasa''

8.6 - Excellent 460m

Restaurant Hotel y Restaurant Pez Dorado

7.8 - Very good 480m

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9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

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9.8 - Exceptional 6km

Tourist Attraction MIRADOR

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Tourist Attraction Vista al mar

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa el Abrojal

10 - Exceptional 8km

Tourist Attraction Mirador Punta Mango La Periquera

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About

El Cuco beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 8th place out of 53 beaches in the El Salvador region 131.3 km away from its center, the city of San Salvador. It is one of the beaches of Playa El Cuco settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

El Cuco beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is The Window Beach, which has a rating of 7.4.

El Cuco beach is located in El Salvador within Playa El Cuco, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Located within the settlement

Playa El Cuco • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Azul Surf Club

7.8 - Very good 50m

Bar Sambo Mambo Beach Hotel

6 - Pleasant 50m

Bar Hotel Cucolindo Surf

7 - Good 80m

Restaurant Taqueria Don Sosa

230m

Restaurant Hotel & Restaurante Gloria's

2 - Very poor 430m

Restaurant Comedor y COcteleria TITA

10 - Exceptional 440m

Restaurant COMEDOR Y COCTELERIA ROSITA

8 - Very good 450m

Restaurant Coctelería ''Tomasa''

8.6 - Excellent 460m

Restaurant Hotel y Restaurant Pez Dorado

7.8 - Very good 480m

Tourist Attraction Nebula Surf school

1km

Tourist Attraction Playa El Esterón

9.6 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Playa El Toro, El Salvador

8.2 - Very good 3.3km

Tourist Attraction La Ventana

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Mirador de Punta Mango

9.8 - Exceptional 6km

Tourist Attraction MIRADOR

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Vista al mar

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa el Abrojal

10 - Exceptional 8km

Tourist Attraction Mirador Punta Mango La Periquera

10 - Exceptional 8.1km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

What to do in El Cuco beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that El Cuco beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Icacal beach Icacal beach

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Las Tunas beach Las Tunas beach

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Torola beach Torola beach

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Negras beach Negras beach

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Los Caracoles beach Los Caracoles beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Playa El Cuco • 700m

Main locality of province

San Salvador • 131.3km

Transport

Airport

OZI • 29.9km

Bus Station

Terminal de Oriente • 40km

Train Station

Estacion Ferroviaria • 33.6km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.4 Good

NarimSeti

10 Exceptional

This beach is a top spot for both delicious dining options and excellent surfing opportunities.

April 2023

Mateusz Kowalski

10 Exceptional

This is a great spot to visit if you're in El Salvador. I highly recommend it. Plus, there are some delicious tortas available for purchase just outside the beach.

April 2023

Nathan Rossiter

10 Exceptional

This beach is truly incredible. The water is warm and crystal clear, surrounded only by sand. It's approximately a three-hour drive from the center of El Salvador, give or take. My wife's family also enjoyed their time here.

April 2023

Aria Sanchez

6 Pleasant

The beach is hot and humid with great waves for surfing. The sand is soft and the sunsets are stunning.

April 2023

Lila Rodriguez

10 Exceptional

This El Salvadorian beach is well-known, but the water can be challenging for inexperienced swimmers. Along the beachfront, there are several restaurant huts and boat rides available, but options for water sports are limited. However, you can often spot locals playing a game of beach soccer.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the El Cuco beach?

The coastline of El Cuco beach is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at El Cuco beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, El Cuco beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The El Cuco beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the El Cuco beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

El Cuco beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the El Cuco beach for swimming is positive.

Is the El Cuco beach good for families?

Yes, the El Cuco beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the El Cuco beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of El Cuco beach?

El Cuco beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of El Cuco beach?

The bar is located right on the El Cuco beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Taqueria Don Sosa is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

How far is the El Cuco beach from parking?

The El Cuco beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby El Cuco beach?

There are 1 attractions near El Cuco beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Nebula Surf school located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

El Cuco beach (El Salvador) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.