Salinas
Salinas is Ecuador’s classic beach city on the Santa Elena Peninsula. It is one of the easiest Coast bases for a simple beach reset, a boardwalk stroll, and a comfortable stay with quick day trips nearby. Think easy logistics, ocean air, and sunsets you can plan around.
What Salinas Is Best For
Salinas is best for an easy, comfortable Coast base. It is ideal when you want a walkable beachfront, simple planning, and quick access to nearby peninsula stops. If you are building a Coast road trip, Salinas works well as a first or last base.
Boardwalk Walks
Easy mornings and evenings by the ocean with low-effort planning.
Beach Reset
A simple place to slow down, swim, and keep your days light.
Peninsula Day Trips
Build short drives to nearby beaches and viewpoints without moving hotels.
Sunset Planning
Great golden hour light, especially when you protect late afternoons.
Simple Planning Flow
Use Salinas as your base and keep the trip simple. Plan one boardwalk block plus one beach block each day, and then add a nearby day trip if you want variety. If you are doing La Ruta del Sol, Salinas is a clean starting point before you continue north.
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