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El Zonte Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

beach located in El Zonte, El Salvador

About El Zonte

The town's economy is largely based on surfing. Surfers come from North America, Europe, and Brazil to ride the waves and to take surfing lessons, which are available for as little as US$10. The town is smaller than neighboring beach towns likeLa LibertadorEl Tunco, but it has everything a surfer needs along with lower prices and no crowds. El Zonte is known for its black sand beaches and spectacular evening sunsets (the town's idea of nightlife).

Where to Eat in El Zonte

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Canegua Cafe
  • 🍴Covana
  • 🍴Nan Tal
  • 🍴Olor de Mar Pacifico

Where to Stay in El Zonte

  • 🏨Esencia Nativa
  • 🏨Garten Hotel
  • 🏨Hotel Michanti
  • 🏨Olas Permanentes

El Zonte Travel Guide Sections

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