Not sure. Just used priceline. I had to put a very large authorization on my credit card so make sure you have a big limit card. Make sure you visit and stay on the volcano lake near Santa Ana. Stay at an upscale hotel right on the lower lake (on right) Swim, jetski etc. my son loved it there....

I did rent a car and drove all over. You don’t need a car if you stay in El Zonte. There’s only one main road and there’s busses every 20min or so. Either .50 or $1.50US El Tunco is the next surf town over and its a bit more touristy but its still tiny. https://blossom.primal.net/798d2c3c...

If you’re gonna do surf lessons, I’ll refer to a good instructor based on your skill level. There’s a few we didn’t like. Bamba surf in El Tunco is great. He’s a legend in that town.

I loved it. I spent a couple months there last two summers. My son attends a surf/language school july and august. I can definitely give you highlights based on what you want to do.