Title: Friendly House - Latest Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Friendly House Hostel in Santa Tecla, near Plaza Merliot ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/4026ac35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/3867eff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/64aeb265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/7d08b1ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/f022277d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Plaza Merliot, Friendly House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 20 - Sep. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 21 - Sep. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sep. 26 - Sep. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=106550716&PinnedHotelID=106550716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/7c2b09b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Laptop workspace - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Double Room with Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/76804d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room with Private Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/ccdb8e1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/d6aa0b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Laptop workspace - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Double Room with Two Double Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/e5302dc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room with Two Double Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Laptop workspace - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Comfort Single Room | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106560000/106550800/106550716/946020b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Oven Laptop workspace - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Tecla-Hotels-Friendly-House.h106550716.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Tecla-Hotels-Friendly-House.h106550716.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C13.67861%2C-89.29006&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cU7ry8UHuQtNtByLGTnJ2MX-Xgs=) 4a avenida norte, Santa Tecla, La Libertad Department #### What's nearby - Plaza Merliot - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - La Gran Via Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 5.3 km - Multiplaza - 5 min drive - 5.9 km - U.S. Embassy in San Salvador - 6 min drive - 4.1 km - Monumento al Salvador del Mundo - 9 min drive - 9.4 km #### Getting around - San Salvador (ILS-Ilopango) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Maurita, Mariscos Y Cocteles - ‬6 min walk - Piccola Café - ‪Palacio Tecleño de la Cultura y las Artes - ‬6 min walk - ‪Peche Cosme - ‬7 min walk - ‪Pizzería Italia - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Friendly House Hostel near Plaza Merliot Located close to La Gran Via Shopping Center, Friendly House has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Express check-out and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Friendly House boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers and shampoo - Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Street parking available ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave ### Conveniences - Virtual front desk ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - A late check-out fee will be charged The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 only accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Friendly House Santa Tecla Friendly House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Friendly House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santa Tecla ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Friendly House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Friendly House? > As of Sept 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Friendly House on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $41.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Tecla-Hotels-Friendly-House.h106550716.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Friendly House? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Friendly House? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Friendly House? > Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee. ### Where is Friendly House located? > Located in the heart of Santa Tecla, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paseo El Carmen and Plaza Merliot. Museo Tecleño and Merliot Sports Complex are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Friendly House Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 7.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miza Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place ##### Miza Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jose May 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Well is close to almost everything, to me was very convenient other than is very quiet neighborhood. ##### Jose Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maritza May 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property location is great close to public transportation. The area surrender the property is safe walkable, medical facilities near by, markets at close proximity. The room was clean comfortable bed. Happy with the experience. I will book this property again. ##### Maritza Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra Dec 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything is close, I felt safe ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mauricio May 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean but small. But in all fairness for the price very reasonable. ##### Mauricio Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gloria Feb 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Most I liked was they have washer and dryer. Very convenient. Happy for the time. ##### Gloria Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### SUNIL Mar 22, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Ok ##### SUNIL Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jose Oct 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Was a good experience, since was the first time staying in a place like this. Quiet and convenient and price was way better than a hotel.since prices for a hotel in El Salvador are way high than a hotel in USA. Was no human contact , everything by text, but alway reply very quickly. Thank you ##### Jose Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elmer Jul 26, 2025 ##### elmer Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oscar May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Muy práctica , tiene todo lo necesario, muy accesible. ##### Oscar Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### emilio May 8, 2025 ##### emilio Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pedro Apr 14, 2025 ##### Pedro Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yanira Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Es un lugar muy limpio, ambiente tranquilo, el anfitrión muy dispuesto a ayudarte en lo que el pueda. Lo recomiendo 100 por ciento. ##### Yanira Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Ricardo Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jose Mar 22, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness no lo recomiendo ##### Jose Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kolene Feb 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Kolene Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Yesica Nov 12, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Yesica Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Bryant Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Todo bien solamente la ducha casi no sale agua para bañarse ##### Bryant Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Downtown Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Calgary-Calgary-Hotels.0-n6057872-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Budget Inn Port Hope](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Budget-Inn-Port-Hope.h11581786.Hotel-Information) > > [Atami Escape Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Salvador-Hotels-Atami-Escape-Resort.h9085059.Hotel-Information) > > [Rockwood Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Branson-Hotels-Rockwood-Resort.h19304644.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabin Rentals Port Alberni](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Alberni-Cabins.d4027-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels near Casino Rama](https://www.expedia.ca/Casino-Rama-Hotels.0-l6172269-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ungasan-Hotels-Renaissance-Bali-Uluwatu-Resort-Spa.h23295378.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Wedding Venues in Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Jamaica-Wedding-Hotels.0-0-d88-tWeddingHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Regina](https://www.expedia.ca/Regina-Hotels.d4053.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Kamloops](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamloops-Hotels.d3979.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Seattle](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels.d178307.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Church-Wellesley Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Church-Wellesley-Village-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6151288-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/amd/yul/ahmedabad-to-montreal) > > [flights from buffalo niagara intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/buf/flights-from-buffalo-niagara-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yul/toronto-to-montreal) > > [Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/san/yeg/san-diego-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Stanfield Intl. to YTO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yto/halifax-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Athens (ATH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ath/toronto-to-athens) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Hyderabad (HYD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/hyd/calgary-to-hyderabad) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/las/toronto-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Yukon (YDA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yda/ottawa-to-dawson-city) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Cleveland (CLE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/cle/winnipeg-to-cleveland) > > [Flights from Saint John (YSJ) to Newark (EWR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ysj/ewr/saint-john-to-newark-liberty-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/yyz/victoria-to-toronto) ### Activities > [Things to do in Golden](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Golden.d6058316.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Nassau Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Nassau.d601784.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Cultus Lake Adventure Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Cultus-Lake-Adventure-Park-Cultus-Lake.d553248621562266411.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Heritage Quay](https://www.expedia.ca/Heritage-Quay-St-Johns.d553248621532873822.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Caesars Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Caesars-Casino-City-Centre.d553248621532864684.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Prescott](https://www.expedia.ca/Prescott.dx6054768)