We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Bahia, Brazil. We have also included accommodation in villas, historic buildings, guest houses, boutique hotels, lodges, inns, chalets, mansions and romantic hotels. 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 Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Guest House.Highly elegant. Lovely interior design. Freaturing an outdoor pool and free WiFi, Hotel Boutique Perainda offers accommodation in Trancoso. Free private parking is also available at this guest house. There is a shared lounge at the property. Free use of bicycles is available at this guest house and the area is popular for horse riding and diving. Quadrado Square is 300 metres from Hotel Boutique Perainda, while Culture House of Trancoso is 500 metres away.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT guest house in Bahia.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great bar. 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. The rooms and suites offer comfort and charm in every detail. A privileged region of the city of Salvador, ideal for walking and getting to know the history and culture of the city up close. 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
I would describe this as the most LIVELY boutique hotel in Bahia.
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Great location. Alfazema Cultural is located on Arembepe centre, only 15 metres from Arembepe Beach, and offers a breakfast buffet and 24-hour reception. Projeto Tamar Turtle Preservation Project is 1 km away. The guest house has a deck with hammocks and panoramic sea views. There is also communal lounge areas and a daily breakfast buffet, with fruits, breads, and a selection of hot and cold drinks. The rooms feature simple décor and come with a fan, linens and a private bathroom with a hot shower. Free Wi-Fi is provided. The property is 45 km from Salvador and 30 km from Luis Eduardo Magalhães International Airport.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CREATIVE AND COSY bed and breakfasts in Bahia.
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great location. 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 hotel is within walking distance of popular churches, stores, bars, restaurants, art galleries, banks, exchange offices and schools of capoeira, samba and percussion. The Vila Bahia also provides babysitting services, tour information, airport shuttle and free wireless internet connection 24 hours a day. 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
Guest House.Unique. Hospedaria Tayrona is located in Lençóis, within the National Park of Chapada Diamantina. Local Bus Station is only 80 metres from the guest house, while Lençóis Airport is 20 km. Free WiFi is available throughout. Rooms feature a private bathroom with a hot shower. Bed linens, towels and a clothes rack are available. Some rooms offer air conditioning and some offer a fan. A garden, a shared lounge, and a luggage storage are available at Tayrona Hospedaria. Guests can find shops and restaurants close to this guest house. The breakfast is prepared and served individually, offering regional cuisine's menu and appropriate for hiking and other adventure sports.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great location. 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. Being located in the historic heart of Salvador, many tourist sights are within walking distance. 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. 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
This boutique hotel has a great location in Salvador and a popular rooftop bar.
Inn / Guest House.Great value. Located only 400 metres from the historic centre of Trancoso and 800 metres from several beaches, Pousada Quarto Crescente features a terrace, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and free private parking. All rooms at the property are equipped with air conditioning, a TV, a minibar and a private bathroom. Other facilities at Pousada Quarto Crescente include room service,babysitting service and laundry facilities. Some rooms feature a LCD TV with cable channels and a jacuzzi. A buffet breakfast is served daily, with homemade cakes and fresh fruits from the tropical garden. Guests benefit from a 24-hour front desk,a bar on site, a solarium, a games room and a children's playground. Car, bike and kayak rentals are provided. Airport shuttle can be arranged. The nearest airport is Porto Seguro International Airport, 77 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. 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. Quadrado Square, with its charming restaurants, shops and bars, is only 100 metres from Boutique Bahia Bonita. 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. Terravista Golf Club can be reached in 5 minutes by car, while Arraial d’Ajuda village is 30 km away.Show full description
This is likely the coolest boutique hotel in Bahia. It also has great affordability!
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Offering an outdoor pool, Bangalô dos Sonhos is located in Morro de São Paulo and offers stunning panoramic views of the surroundings. The guest house is 800 metres from the city centre. Each room here will provide guests with a balcony, a patio and a terrace. There is a full kitchen with a refrigerator and kitchenware. Free WiFi access is available. At Bangalô dos Sonhos guests will find a garden and will be able to enjoy sea view and mountain view from the room. The guest house is 700 metres from Pier, 800 metres from Aureliano Lima Square and 1 km from Morro de Sao Paulo Lighthouse. Luis Eduardo Magalhães International Airport is 82 km away.Show full description
Guest House.Trendy. Great views. Popular among couples. Boasting scenic views of Tasimirim Beach, O Céu de Boipeba offers an elegant, beach-style décor with a terrace and hammocks. Guests enjoy refreshing drinks at the bar and free WiFi in all areas. This property is 800 metres from the Vila centre. With wooden floors, this room features a fan and private bathroom. The bed includes a mosquito net. O Céu de Boipeba is 30 km from Valença bus station, 7 km from Ilha de Boipeba centre, and 3 km from Morere’s natural pools. Salvador’s Luis Eduardo Magalhães international airport is 120 km away, and Morro de São Paulo city is 15 km from the property.Show full description
This is a popular guest house among couples travelling to Bahia.
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great bar. 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
Guest House.Charming. Nice interior design. Set in Caraíva, 200 metres from Caraiva Beach, Villa Fulô offers accommodation with free WiFi, sea views, a garden, and access to a hot tub and a solarium. The accommodation has a spa bath. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the year-round outdoor pool, or enjoy views of the garden and inner courtyard. All units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fridge, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a wardrobe. Units are equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen fitted with an oven. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and bar. Barbecue facilities are at guests' disposal. The nearest airport is Teixeira De Freitas, 160 km from the guest house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most charming guest houses in Bahia.
On the white sands of Nativos Beach, this villas complex is surrounded by tropical gardens. It is 1,5 km from Trancosos´s beautiful Quadrado Square. Combining sophistication and casual style, the charming, air-conditioned accommodations at Villas de Trancoso feature a patio with hammock and garden views. Facilities include a swimming pool. All provide beds with mosquito nets and a seating area. Amenities include an LED satellite TV, Bluetooth speakers and minibar. Guests can use Villas de Trancoso´s fitness centre on the beach. The hotel also arranges local horseback trips. A rich buffet breakfast with regional delicacies and fresh fruits can be enjoyed in a rustic-style area. For lunch and dinner, Brazilian and international dishes are available. Porto Seguro Airport is 45 km away. Wi-Fi and parking are free.Show full description
Lodge.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. In the heart of Chapada Diamantina National Park, the spacious chalets at Terras do Poente offer gorgeous mountain views. Cachoeira do Riachinho si located 800 metres away. A fireplace is included in the chalets’ seating area. They are decorated in rustic style and have each a modern bathroom with a shower. Ample windows display rich forest views. Cachoeira da Fumaça Waterfall is 1,5 km from Pousada Terras do Poente. Vale do Capão village centre is 3 km away. Palmeiras Bus Station is 18 km from this guest house. Guests can enjoy guided tours to the nearby waterfalls and to the belvedere at Morro da Rapadura Hill.Show full description
The most RELAXING lodge in Bahia. It also has outstanding views and beautiful surroundings!
Lodge.Very stylish. Superb interior design. Located 600 metres from Bocca da Barra Beach, Colibri Beach Villas offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The lodge provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A microwave, a minibar and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. A private beach area is available on site. Tassimirim Beach is 1.4 km from Colibri Beach Villas, while Cueira Beach is 1.9 km away.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most stylish lodges in Bahia.
Guest House.Delightful property. Great bar. Located 30 metres from Moreré beach, Mangueira Boutique Hotel offers charming accommodation with free WiFi. A restaurant and a bar are featured on site. Breakfast is included and delivered daily in each room. Providing a tranquil environment, the units in Mangueira Boutique Hotel feature dining areas, private bathrooms with hot water, and balconies with hammocks. Mangueira Boutique Hotel offers 24-hour front desk assistance and room service. Shuttle services can be arranged for an extra fee. A Mangueira is 700 metres from Bainema Beach and 5 km from Boipeba city centre. Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport is 150 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most BEAUTIFUL guest house in Bahia.
Inn / Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Popular among women. With 6 pools, 2 surrounded by a tropical garden, of which one heated all year long, and 4 private heated pools, a spa and sauna immersed in nature, Soleluna features air-conditioned accommodations with verandas and panoramic views immersed in tropical vegetation. It offers daily breakfast and a free WiFi. Trancoso Beach is a 10-minute walk away. Soleluna offers free shuttles to Beach and at night to the Quadrado, the center of Trancoso. Featuring a minibar, cable TV and a private balcony with garden views, these cosy accommodations boast tastefully rustic decor. All offer a private bathroom with a shower, while some have a kitchenette with a stove. Soleluna Casa Pousada is located in Trancoso Centre. It is just 500 metres from the vibrant Quadrado historico district, where several bars and restaurants can be found. The property also offers spa services.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. 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
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. 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. 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. The on-site wellness centre offers a range of treatments, such as massage services. 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
Bed and Breakfast.Historic. Great location. Pousada Esmeralda is located 700 metres from Pelourinho Historical District and 2.5 km from central Salvador. It features bright, spacious accommodation, as well as WiFi throughout and a breakfast buffet. Decorated with local art and bright colours, rooms at Esmeralda come with air conditioning. Some rooms have a sofa or chairs. There is also a private bathroom with a solar-powered shower. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast each morning in the breakfast room. It includes a variety of fresh fruits, breads and cold meats, as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. There is also a communal kitchen with utensils. Praia da Barra Beach is 8 km away from Pousada Esmeralda. Elevador Lacerda Lift and Mercado Modelo are within 10 minutes’ drive. Luis R. Magalhães Airport is 25 km away.Show full description
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