# Villa del Sol Garden - Full Profile > Villa del Sol Garden is a wellness villa and retreat venue on El Salvador's Costa del Sol, a 30-minute drive from San Salvador International Airport (SAL) and a 5-minute walk from the Pacific beach, near La Herradura (San Luis La Herradura, La Paz department, El Salvador). ## The place Villa del Sol Garden is a private garden estate by the sea. The guest garden holds six suites across two levels (four downstairs, two larger suites upstairs), with a total of 10 beds and 6 bathrooms, sleeping up to 16 guests. The grounds include a private swimming pool, an outdoor kitchen, a yoga and art studio, and a sound sala used for sound healing, women's circles, and tea and cacao ceremonies. There is hot water throughout, and parking for several cars. The style is rustic and refined, wrapped in tropical gardens and palms, with local art on site and musical instruments available. It is a wellness space, not a party house. Heavy drinking and loud parties are not permitted. Guests are asked to keep music low, conserve energy, and respect the natural setting. The property is personally hosted: the owner welcomes guests, offers a Rosella welcome tea, and helps them settle in. ## Who it is for Relaxation seekers, nature and bird lovers, solo women travelers (many have stayed and felt safe and cared for), couples, families, artists, entrepreneurs, wellness practitioners, and retreat organizers. It is especially meaningful for Salvadorans and Salvadoran-Americans returning to reconnect with their roots. It is not a fit for party-goers. ## Ways to stay 1. The Garden Room. A private garden suite for two, with a queen bed, an ensuite bathroom, breakfast included, and access to the pool and gardens. The larger upstairs suites can add a bed for up to four guests. Rates from 100 US dollars per night. 2. The Garden Collection. The entire six-suite garden reserved for one family or group of up to 16 guests, with the pool and kitchen private to them. Rates from 425 US dollars per night for the first floor (four suites), and 550 US dollars per night for both floors (all six suites). A monthly rate is available for long stays. 3. The Garden Retreat. The villa rented as a venue for retreat organizers, who run their own retreat while the owner co-hosts the ground: yoga and art studio, sound sala, chef and meals, transport, airport pickups, and local connections. Custom per-person packages; the villa sleeps up to 16. ## What is included and add-ons Breakfast is included with every stay. Optional paid add-ons, arranged with the host: lunch, massages (set up with a table and canopy in a private space or on the beach), mangrove boat trips (tide dependent), fishing, yoga gear, coffee, tea and cacao, and airport pickup. For sale on site: local cacao, coffee, and artisanal mugs. ## Location and how to get there Villa del Sol Garden is on the Costa del Sol boulevard near La Herradura, in the La Paz department of El Salvador. - Airport: about 30 minutes by car from San Salvador International Airport (SAL). - Beach: a 5-minute walk to the Pacific. - Estero: about 15 minutes on foot to the mangrove estuary, with boat trips, birdlife, and fresh seafood. - Nearby: a local, uncommercialized market and pupuserias; beach and fine-dining restaurants including Astra, Tortuga Village, La Ola Beto, and Tesoro Beach; a pharmacy a few minutes away; and a church within walking distance. A school sits across the street. You will hear the sounds of nature (birds, roosters) and gentle local life. ## Booking and payment Bookings are handled directly with the villa, with a best-price guarantee, to let guests skip the platform fees. The property is also listed on Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, and ReadyToTrip. Direct enquiries by email (villadelsol.elsalvador@gmail.com) or Instagram (@villadelsol.sv). ## House rules (summary) - No heavy drinking or partying; this is a wellness space. - Turn off air conditioning and lights when not in the room to conserve energy. - Clean up after using the kitchen and leave no food out, to avoid insects. - Do not flush toilet paper. - Keep music to a minimum. ## Frequently asked questions Q: How far is Villa del Sol Garden from the airport? A: About 30 minutes by car from San Salvador International Airport (SAL), on the Costa del Sol near La Herradura. Q: How far is the beach? A: The Pacific is roughly a 5-minute walk, and the Estero mangroves are about 15 minutes on foot. Q: Can I book the entire villa for a group? A: Yes. The Garden Collection is all six suites, sleeping up to 16 guests, from 425 US dollars per night. Q: Is it good for retreats? A: Yes. It is built for retreats, with a yoga and art studio, a sound sala, a pool, a chef, and local support. The owner co-hosts so organizers can lead. Q: What is included and what costs extra? A: Breakfast is included. Lunch, massages, boat trips, fishing, and airport pickup are optional add-ons. Q: Are there restaurants nearby? A: A local market and pupuserias are minutes away, plus beach restaurants like Astra, Tortuga Village, La Ola Beto, and Tesoro Beach. Q: Is the pool or kitchen shared? A: The garden pool and kitchen serve house guests. Booking a single suite may mean sharing with other guests; booking the Garden Collection gives your group the whole garden. ## Links - Website (EN): https://villadelsolsv.com/ - Website (ES): https://villadelsolsv.com/es/ - Email: villadelsol.elsalvador@gmail.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/villadelsol.sv - Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1538525863498838806 - Booking.com: https://www.booking.com/hotel/sv/villa-del-sol-garden-at-the-beach.html - Expedia: https://www.expedia.com/La-Herradura-Hotels-Villa-Del-Sol-Garden-At-The-Beach.h128071885.Hotel-Information - ReadyToTrip: https://es.readytotrip.com/hotels/El%20Salvador/La%20Paz%20Department/San%20Luis%20La%20Herradura./villa-del-sol-garden-at-the-beach/