We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Bahia, Brazil. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated March 2024.
Delightful property. Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Set in Itacaré, 500 metres from Resende Beach, Barracuda Hotel & Villas offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a bar and to a tennis court. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Barracuda Hotel & Villas all rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Itacaré, like cycling. Popular points of interest near Barracuda Hotel & Villas include Praia da Tiririca, Concha Beach and Itacare Bus Station. The nearest airport is Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport, 75 km from the hotel.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Bahia.
Resort.Great location. Cosy rooms. Txai is a 5-star resort set amidst the Atlantic Rainforest, a protected environmental area, 15 km from Itacaré. It offers a spa, the Shamash Healing Space, with panoramic ocean views, 5 pools surrounded by coconut trees and a tennis court. Free WiFi is provided in this eco-friendly resort. This property is a member of the Relais&Chateaux group. The spacious suites and private bungalows at the Txai are built on suspended wooden decks and have king-size 4-poster beds. Tastefully decorated, all have air conditioning and some feature private balconies with panoramic ocean views, while others offer Atlantic Forest views. Set in a coconut farm, Txai also offers the unique experience of visiting the beach during the turtle nesting season. Guests at Txai Resort can take a walk through Itacarezinho Beach, hiking up the hill, pass through Havaizinho Beach, and arrive at Engenhoca Beach There are 3 restaurant options at this resort. One restaurant serves a combination of organic Bahian specialities and contemporary cuisine, while the pool bar offers exotic cocktails and fine wines from the property's cellar. A heliport is available, and parking is free at Txai Resort. Costa beach and Tiririca beach are 11 km from Txai Resort. The nearest airport is Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport, 49 km from Txai Resort.Show full description
Charming. Romantic. Cosy rooms. The Aram Yami Hotel Boutique, with only 6 exclusive suites, is set in a Baroque-style building from the 19th century, the Aram Yamí offers exclusively furnished accommodations, 2 pools, and panoramic views over Todos Os Santos Bay. We are located in the charming neighborhood of Santo Antônio Além do Carmo, very close to Pelourinho. A privileged region of the city of Salvador, ideal for walking and getting to know the history and culture of the city up close. The rooms and suites offer comfort and charm in every detail. Amenities include free internet access and natural products from the Amazon forest. During your stay, you can spend relaxing moments on the terrace, where an outdoor pool and great panoramic views await you. The breakfast is served in a stylish dining area, which becomes the perfect spot to enjoy a drink and admire a spectacular sunset.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most WELL DESIGNED luxury hotel in Bahia. It also has very cosy rooms.
Cool. Stylish. Great location.Opened March 2022. Set 1.5 km from Nativos Beach, DA GRAÇA HOTEL offers 5-star accommodation in Trancoso and features a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. DA GRAÇA HOTEL features certain units with pool views, and rooms are equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation every room includes bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near DA GRAÇA HOTEL include Coqueiros Beach, Trancoso Beach and Quadrado Square. The nearest airport is Porto Seguro Airport, 25 km from the hotel.Show full description
Very stylish. Trendy. Rooftop bar. Fera Palace Hotel is located in Salvador, 200 metres from Lacerda Elevator and 300 metres from Mercado Modelo. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Bathrooms are private and include free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at Fera Palace. Pelourinho is 500 metres from Fera Palace Hotel, while San Francisco church is 500 metres away. Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport is 21 km from the property.Show full description
Hip. Elegant. Great value. Just 400 metres from the beautiful Trancoso seafront, the charming Hotel Boutique Bahia Bonita offers sea views, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a sun terrace. The stylish rooms are surrounded by tropical gardens, offering views of the Atlantic Forest, river and sea. They provide air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area and a minibar. The private bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some units include a private swimming pool or a hot tub. Guests benefit from a rich breakfast served daily at the property. Other facilities include a spa lounge, massage services and a bar on site. Other services provided at Hotel Boutique Bahia Bonita include private parking. Guests can explore the area and engage in activities such as surfing, biking and kite-surfing. Quadrado Square, with its charming restaurants, shops and bars, is only 100 metres from Boutique Bahia Bonita. Terravista Golf Club can be reached in 5 minutes by car, while Arraial d’Ajuda village is 30 km away.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest boutique hotel in Bahia. It also has GREAT AFFORDABILITY.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Located in a small fishing village called Santo André, Campo Bahia offers an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre. This self-catering accommodation features free WiFi and a daily breakfast. Campo Bahia offers villas or a double room in a villa. Both provide a TV and air conditioning. The villas include a spacious living room. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Extras include satellite channels. Champions Bar is located at the pool. Spa by L'occitane is located onside and activities in the surrounding area include fishing, diving and snorkelling. At Campo Bahia there is a restaurant, a private beach area and a fitness centre. Other facilities like an entertainment staff, water sports facilities and laundry facilities are offered. The property offers free parking.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Situated in Arraial d'Ajuda, Kûara Hotel features 2 tennis court, fitness center, sauna, Spa L'Occitane and helipad for up to 06 aircraft. A restaurant with cellar and grill is also available. Extras include adult and children's pools with volcanic stones and ocean views, and adult pool with integrated whirlpool and infinity edge. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. They also have a wardrobe and a private bathroom. For guests comfort, a Trussardi layette is available in every room as well as L'Occitane amenities. Kûara Hotel offers a daily buffet or à la carte breakfast and staff speak Portuguese, Spanish and English at the 24-hour front desk. The property also features contemporary carpentry and handcrafted fiber lamps that emphasize light, movement and poetry by the hands of native artisans. The Beach Bar has 200 meters of private sand strip. Kûara Hotel is inserted in Mata Atlântica's reserve, surrounded by cliffs, a mangrove, warm sea, white sand, abundant vegetation and a charming river. The property is 5 minutes from the charming village of Arraial D'Ajuda, with a great diversity of handicraft shops, bars and restaurants. Guests can choose private flights with landing at Terra Vista Airport, or commercial flights with landing at Porto Seguro Airport.Show full description
Resort. Situated on the Atlantic coast, Vila Angatu Eco Resort SPA occupies a secluded location with direct beach access. It features an outdoor pool, tennis courts and free internet access in public areas. All guest rooms feature air conditioning, cable TV, minibar and safety deposit box. Many of the rooms offer panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Restaurant Dendê serves a fusion of regional Bahian delicacies and international cuisine. There is also a pool-side bar where guests can enjoy cocktails and snacks. The resort has a range of recreational facilities, including an outdoor pool, tennis courts, a fitness centre and a games room with pool table. There is also a contemporary spa, offering sauna and massage treatments. Vila Angatu Eco Resort SPA is located 30 km from Porto Seguro Airport. Free on-site parking is available.Show full description
Historic. Charming. Comfortable beds. This 19th century colonial mansion is located in Pelourinho, facing Baía de Todos os Santos Bay. It offers luxurious accommodation with balcony, a rooftop swimming pool, a panoramic terrace and free WiFi internet. Rooms at Hotel Casa Do Amarelindo are spacious and well equipped. All are air conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV, a CD and a DVD player. The balconies offer bay or city views. Casa Do Amarelindo´s bar is located on the patio, covered with tropical plants. Exotic cocktails are freshly prepared and can be ordered with a selection of Brazilian tapas. Regional and international cuisine is served during the evening. A work out can be done in the gym or guests can simply relax at the rooftop terrace, while enjoying the views. Being located in the historic heart of Salvador, many tourist sights are within walking distance. The hotel is situated 450 metres from Mercado Modelo Market, 5 km from Salvador´s harbour and 25 km from the airport.Show full description
Charming. Historic property. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Located in the heart of Salvador’s historical center, the charming Villa Bahia Hotel is set in two traditional colonial houses featuring a terrace with panoramic view to the Pelourinho. The boutique hotel also has a swimming pool, restaurant and exuberant courtyards, as well as luxurious rooms that have restored and fitted with modern amenities. The Vila Bahia also provides babysitting services, tour information, airport shuttle and free wireless internet connection 24 hours a day. The hotel is within walking distance of popular churches, stores, bars, restaurants, art galleries, banks, exchange offices and schools of capoeira, samba and percussion. The Jorge Amado Museum, Elevador Lacerda and Praca da Sé are also a short walk away. The nearest airport is Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport, 20 km from the property.Show full description
This is likely one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Bahia.
Beautiful. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. Located within Chapada Diamantina's mountains and close to Lençóis River, Canto das Aguas Hotel boasts beautiful gardens, a sauna and swimming pool. The eco-friendly hotel is elegantly decorated and offers free Wi-Fi in public areas. The rooms at Cantos das Águas feature modern, rustic décor. They also have a minibar, flat-screen satellite TV and private bathrooms. Guests can relax at one of the lounge areas in the hotel’s gardens. There is also a restaurant on site serving contemporary cuisine, and a bar. Canto das Águas Hotel is 200 metres away from Lençóis’ Historical Centre. Lençóis Bus Terminal is located a 5-minute walk away. You can drive to Chapada Diamantina Airport in about 20 minutes.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. Comfortable beds. Integrated with nature and an exotic garden featuring a swimming pool, UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa is made with traditional techniques and local materials and offers peaceful and fully equipped holiday homes in the centre of Trancoso. Guests can sample local cuisine at an on-site restaurant, or relax at a bar. Praia dos Nativos is a 7-minute walk away. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Decorated in rustic style, with wooden elements, bright and natural colours, all holiday homes feature lots of seating nooks, a living area with a flat-screen cable TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Spa facilities and a gym are available at an additional cost. Guests can use a lounge area at Praia dos Nativos. The historic Quadrado Square is just next to the property, and local craft fairs can be found within walking distance. Hiking or kayaking excursion can be arranged in the vicinity. Terravista Airport is located 7 km from the UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa. Porto Seguro Local Bus Station and Airport are at a distance of 38 km. Shuttle service is possible at a surcharge. Free parking is provided.Show full description
Great interior design.Opened November 2020. Boasting a garden, Pousada Patuá do Morro is situated in Morro de São Paulo in the Tinharé region, 300 metres from Second Beach and 400 metres from First Beach. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from Third Beach. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Pousada Patuá do Morro. You can play billiards at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Pousada Patuá do Morro include Morro de Sao Paulo Fort, Aureliano Lima Square and Morro de Sao Paulo Lighthouse.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Opened May 2023. Set in Trancoso, a few steps from Praia dos Amores, Reserva Jacumã Boutique - Trancoso offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a bar and to a private beach area. The accommodation features evening entertainment and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Reserva Jacumã Boutique - Trancoso all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. At Reserva Jacumã Boutique - Trancoso you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The hotel offers a barbecue. The area is popular for canoeing, and car hire is available at Reserva Jacumã Boutique - Trancoso. Espelho Beach is 500 metres from the accommodation, while Quadrado Square is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Porto Seguro, 52 km from Reserva Jacumã Boutique - Trancoso, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great value. Popular among couples. Vila dos Orixas is located on Praia do Encanto, in Morro de São Paulo. It has a pool surrounded by palm trees, plus WiFi in the entire hotel, including the pool and beach areas. The on-site wellness centre offers a range of treatments, such as massage services. Vila dos Orixas’s Boutique Hotel features spacious, traditional-style bungalows with air conditioning, balconies, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and stylishly designed bathrooms. Some bathrooms come with a spa bath, while others have bathrobes and free toiletries. The hotel’s facilities services also include a restaurant and a free shuttle service to the town’s centre. The hotel has a terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkelling and diving. The hotel also offers bike hire. Second Beach is 3.9 km from Vila Dos Orixas Boutique, while Saudade Island is 3.9 km away. Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport is 83 km from the property.Show full description
The most relaxing and romantic luxury hotel in Bahia. It is very popular among couples travelling to Bahia.
Luxury Hotel.Great views. Rooftop pool. Overlooking the South Atlantic Ocean in Arraial d'Ajuda, Hotel Maitei offers luxurious rooms with a hot tub and a balcony with a hammock. Facilities include two outdoor swimming pools. Rooms in the luxury category boast panoramic views of the sea. All rooms of Maitei Hotel are equipped with free WiFi, cable TV, and a DVD player. One of the outdoor swimming pools provides an amazing 360° view of the surroundings. The hotel also offers a games room, a gym, and a sauna. During the whale watching season, Hotel Maitei offers third-party whale watching tours accompanied by a professional marine biologist. Other third-party services include bicycle and kayak rentals, kite and wake surfing, diving and sailing tours. Maitei Restaurant offers local and international dishes. It is possible to dine outside by the swimming pools.Show full description
This luxury hotel has outstanding views and a unique rooftop pool.
Historic. Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Popular among couples. Ideally located in the centre of Salvador, Hotel Fasano Salvador offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a sauna and a concierge service. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV and free toiletries. Guests at Hotel Fasano Salvador can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near Hotel Fasano Salvador include MAM Beach, Pelourinho and San Francisco church. The nearest airport is Salvador International Airport, 23 km from the hotel.Show full description
Resort. Boasting a heavenly private beach and pier, Arraial D'ajuda Eco Resort is located in Ponta do Apaga Fogo. It is centrally located, a 5-minute drive from Porto Seguro Airport, just in front Mucugê Beach. The 5-star rooms at the Arraial D'ajuda Eco Resort are equipped with free WiFi and cable TV, plus air conditioning and a minibar. Each with an exclusive and charming décor. Selected units come with sea views or a balcony with a relaxing hammock and river views. Arraial D'ajuda organises ecological trips at their tour desk. It also has a diving centre, tennis court and a games room. There is a golf course a 25-minute drive away that guests can enjoy too. Guests can enjoy dishes made with fresh fish at Arraial d’Ajuda Eco Resort’s restaurants, which serve traditional Bahian cuisine and international cuisine. The uniqueness of the resort lays its ideally location, its private beach and pier, as well as its own cinema and water park, the Arraial D'ajuda Eco Park. Guests can enjoy the water park during its working hours and opening days. The ferry to Porto Seguro is located within walking distance. The resort offers a shuttle service to the village and its own ferry boat to cross to Porto Seguro town, both services have a timetable organized by the reception.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Located in Corumbau, a few steps from Corumbau Beach, Hotel Vila Naià - Corumbau provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Brazilian dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. You can play billiards at Hotel Vila Naià - Corumbau, and the area is popular for hiking. The nearest airport is Teixeira De Freitas Airport, 142 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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