Find hotels in San Martín from £15

The best area to stay in San Martín is Tarapoto, specifically around the Plaza de Armas and the surrounding streets.Tarapoto is the main urban centre in the San Martín region and offers the most developed infrastructure for travellers. The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, a large, well-maintained square surrounded by the municipal building, the main church, and various shops and eateries. The streets immediately radiating from the Plaza, such as Jirón Alfonso Ugarte and Jirón Gregorio Delgado, are where you'll find a good selection of hotels, restaurants, and tour operators. This area is very walkable and provides easy access to local amenities.Couples looking for convenience and a relaxed base for exploring the region will find Tarapoto ideal. Many hotels in the central area offer comfortable accommodations, often with swimming pools and on-site dining. From here, you can easily arrange day trips to local attractions like the Ahuashiyacu Waterfall, Laguna Azul, or the cacao and coffee plantations, with transport often departing directly from hotels or nearby tour offices.Solo travellers will also appreciate the central location of Tarapoto. It's easy to meet other travellers through organised tours, and the central area provides plenty of options for dining and entertainment in the evenings.

The best time to go to San Martín is during the dry season, which runs from May to October.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and more sunshine, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural beauty, such as the numerous waterfalls and the Amazon rainforest. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, superb for outdoor activities.This period is particularly good for families looking to enjoy adventures like visiting the Ahuashiyacu Waterfall or exploring the Lago Azul (Blue Lake). The clearer skies make for better photography and more comfortable excursions into the jungle.Couples often appreciate the dry season for romantic getaways, allowing for uninterrupted exploration of coffee plantations or serene boat trips on the rivers.