We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Salvador, 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 Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated February 2024.
Delightful property. Highly elegant. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. 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
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT AND STYLISH small luxury hotel in Salvador.
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Comfortable beds. The Villa da Praia Hotel offers bright accommodations and a large swimming pool on the seafront of Itapuã, a beautiful beach which is ideal for practicing windsurf and kitesurf. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. All rooms feature air conditioning and a balcony. Some also offer a balcony with hammock and a sea view. Other amenities include a flat-screen TV and a safety box. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. The swimming pool is surrounded by gardens. The Hotel´s restaurant welcomes you in a rustic, yet welcoming ambiance where you can enjoy regional and international dishes. Villa da Praia Hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk and gift shop. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The Convention Center is a 15-minute drive away and the historical center 35 minutes by car. Salvador Shopping Mall is 12 km from Villa da Praia Hotel, while Iguatemi Shopping Mall is 13 km from the property. Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport is 4 km away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most RELAXING small luxury hotel in Salvador.
Charming. Historic. Great location. Featuring sea views, CASA Di VINA Boutique Hotel offers suites with balconies and free WiFi right opposite Itapuã Beach. Casa de Vinicius de Moraes is a part of the hotel that features swimming pools, a playground and a beautiful garden. A breakfast buffet is served daily. Rooms at CASA Di VINA have air conditioning, hairdryer, minibar, safe and an LCD Cable TV. Most of the units also feature balconies with hammocks and sea view. The restaurant at CASA Di VINA Boutique Hotel offers a special seafood menu, meat, fresh pasta and casual dishes, and serves wines, beers and refreshing drinks. CASA Di VINA Boutique Hotel is set in the historical building where the poet Vinicius de Moraes lived, and also offers free parking and a handy 24-hour reception desk. The property is only 50 metres from Vinicius de Moraes Square and Parque das Dunas is 6 km away. CASA Di VINA Boutique Hotel is 9 km away from Luis Eduardo de Magalhães Airport.Show full description
Opened December 2021. Set in Salvador, 200 metres from Pituba Beach, Pituba Praiamar Hotel offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.6 km from Amaralina. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, all guest rooms at Pituba Praiamar Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also feature a balcony. The units feature a safety deposit box. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Jardim de Alah Beach is 2 km from Pituba Praiamar Hotel, while Bus Central Station is 6.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Salvador International Airport, 19 km from the hotel.Show full description
Great value. Great breakfast. Fiesta Bahia Hotel offers various leisure facilities including swimming pools, gym, games room and playground. It is located in front of Itaigara´s Shopping Mall and 1200 metres from the beach. The rooms and suites are equipped with air conditioning, 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels, electronic safe and other amenities. They come with a private bathroom with a hairdryer. High-speed WiFi is free. Fiesta Bahia Hotel provides a a bar on site, a baby care room and a poolside bar, as well as a restaurant, where international and regional dishes are prepared. Touristic sites such as Pelourinho and Mercado Modelo Market are approximately 12 km from Fiesta Bahia. Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport is 25 km from the hotel.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
This is likely one of the most charming, well designed and romantic boutique hotels in Salvador! It also has very cosy rooms and outstanding views. WOW!
Cosy rooms. Great interior design.Opened February 2022. Canto Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Salvador. Featuring massage services, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service and a concierge service for guests. The units at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. At Canto Hotel every room includes bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Rio Vermelho, Praia da Paciencia and Praia da Sereia. The nearest airport is Salvador International Airport, 22 km from Canto Hotel.Show full description
Historic property. Charming. Rooftop bar. 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
I rate this as one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Salvador. It also has a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool!
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Cosy rooms. Hotel Deville Prime Salvador sits in a scenic landscaped park filled with lakes and rare birds. It features a business centre, as well as 2 bars, 2 restaurants and a tennis court. Rooms feature air conditioning, SMART TV cable TV and balconies. All rooms and the entire property is 100% non-smoking. Free WiFi is available. Guests at Hotel Deville Prime Salvador can take a dip in outdoor pool or book a massage or beauty treatment. They can also use the modern gym or play volleyball and 24-hour room service. For guests' entertainment, this hotel also offers a children's playground, billiards, foosball and a air hockey table. Children can enjoy an array of activities under the supervision of the entertainment staff. Sabores de Itapuã Restaurant offers creative contemporary dishes, and Saveiros serves tropical Bahian specialities. Hotel Deville Prime Salvador is 5 km from Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport, and Flamengo Beach. It is 600 metres from Vinicius de Moraes Plaza, which offers trendy boutiques.Show full description
Elegant. Historic. Great location. The Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel Salvador is located on the seafront of the famous Farol da Barra Beach, which you can admire from the balcony of your room and from the swimming pool. All rooms are equipped with a 50" 4K TV with cable channels, air conditioning and a minibar. They also boast a balcony and offer a safe and work desk. Guest can also take advantaged of the beach service, which includes sun loungers and sunshades. Next to the pool, the Terra Vista Restaurant offers a breakfast buffet with more than 80 different items, including traditional Bahian specialties, such as tapioca, cuz cuz and beiju. At lunch and dinner times, you can choose from a varied menu with regional and international specialties while admiring beautiful sea views. The hotel is only a few blocks from the popular Barra Lighthouse and Barra Shopping Mall. It is also a privileged spot to watch the lively Carnival parade and to reach shops, bars and restaurants on foot. Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel Salvador also offers privileged views during the city's New Year's and Carnaval celebrations.Show full description
Stylish. Great value. Comfortable beds. Boasting a privileged location right in downtown Salvador, Wish Hotel da Bahia features comfortable and pet-friendly accommodation. Guests can relax in the swimming pool and work out in the well-equipped gym. WiFi is free. Tastefully decorated in beige nuances, air-conditioned rooms at Wish Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, telephone and minibar. They also have a work desk with a chair and wooden floors. The hotel offers a spa, a lounge and an art gallery with 350 works of art by renowned artists. The daily breakfast buffet offers a variety of fresh fruits, breads and cold meats. Guests can also enjoy regional and delicious specialties, as well as a selection of drinks at the two hotel´s restaurants. Wish Hotel da Bahia is set in a historic building across Campo Grande Square. It offers complete meeting facilities and a classy 24-hour reception, room service and a gift shop. Tourist attractions Farol da Barra lighthouse and Pelourinho neighbourhood are 3 km away. Nosso Senhor do Bonfim church is 9 km from the property. Lacerda Elevator is 1.8 km from Wish Hotel da Bahia, while Barra beach is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport, 22 km from Wish Hotel.Show full description
Lovely property. Romantic. Great views. Popular among couples. Boasting a small swimming pool with sea views, this boutique hotel offers carefully designed ambiances and personal attention in the heart of Salvador. The hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms at this minimalist hotel are fitted with exclusive décor, that varies from classic retro to modern. Every charming room is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Zank by Toque Hotel serves a daily breakfast. At the on-site Do Toque Restaurant, guests can taste different dishes in a romantic ambience. Other facilities at the property include a 24-hour front desk and a sauna. Arena Fonte Nova is 3.6 km from Zank by Toque Hotel, while Barra's Lighthouse is 4.1 km away. Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport is 20 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Salvador among couples!
Good breakfast. Hotel Verdemar is located in Salvador, right by Pituba Beach and offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. Parking is also free of charge. Rooms at Verdemar are decorated with colourful bedding and framed artwork, providing TV, telephone and minibar. Room service is available for additional convenience. Guests enjoy a varied buffet breakfast with tropical fruit, juices, regional specialities and cakes. Hotel amenities include a cyber cafe and a 24-hour front desk. Verdemar hotel is situated within 3 km from Shopping Iguatemi and Bahia Convention Centre. Itapuã Beach and the Pelourinho historical district are 10 km away.Show full description
Resort. Featuring free WiFi and a complimentary breakfast, Catussaba Suites offers self-catering accommodations in Salvador. Apartments here feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A minibar, a dining table and a balcony are available; some apartments enjoy a magnificent ocean view. At Catussaba Suites guests will be able to enjoy a tennis court, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Other facilities include dry cleaning, ironing service and laundry facilities. Free parking is available for guests. Catussaba Suites is located right on the beach and offers easy access to the main roads of Salvador, Metropolitan Region and the Green Line. Some nearby attractions include famous Flamengo Beach which is 3.9 km away. Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport is located 6 km from the property. Iguatemi Shopping Mall and the Bus Central Station are 14 km away.Show full description
Newly opened, September 2023. Located in Salvador, less than 1 km from Catussaba Beach, Pousada Maristella provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1 km from Pedra do Sal Beach. Guest rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Stella Maris Beach is 1.1 km from the hotel, while Bus Central Station is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Salvador International Airport, 4 km from Pousada Maristella.Show full description
Popular among couples. This 4-star oceanfront hotel sits on Ondina Beach, just 2 km from Bahia Yacht Club. It offers a health club with gym and stylish pool and cocktail bar. The rooms at Vila Galé Salvador are air-conditioned and furnished with tiled floors. Some offer stunning sea views. Guests at Vila Galé can admire the sunset whilst enjoying various dishes and drinks at the pool bar. They can also benefit from a daily breakfast buffet. The restaurant at Salvador´s Vila Galé serves regional cod and meat specialities, and features an extensive selection of Casa de Santa Vitória Alentejo wines. Vila Galé Salvador is 23 km from Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport, and just 50 metres from the bus stop. It is also 1 km from both Barra Shopping Mall and the zoo. Parking and WiFi are available for a fee.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great location. This hotel is ideally located on Porto da Barra Beach seafront, in Salvador, featuring a pool. Nearby, guests enjoy a colourful nightlife, shops and sunsets. Spacious rooms and breakfast are offered. Grande Hotel da Barra boasts large rooms with room service. All are air-conditioned and feature a minibar, cable TV and a bathroom with shower. Some rooms offer a view of the ocean. The property also has kid's club where children can play in an pleasant environment. Grande Hotel da Barra serves a rich buffet breakfast with a varied selection of breads, cold cuts and cakes. International and regional cuisines are available at the restaurant. The bar serves refreshing drinks by the outdoor pool. The historical building of this hotel is air-conditioned and features a fitness centre and free WiFi. Therapeutic massages and beauty shop treatments can be scheduled at the 24-hour front desk. The tour desk can arrange tours, car rental and airport shuttle services. This 4-star hotel is located within a 15-minute drive from Pelourinho’s historical centre and Modelo Market. Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport is 28 km away, and Shopping Barra can be reached within a short 5-minute walk.Show full description
Offering outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Novotel Salvador Hangar Aeroporto is conveniently located 2.5 km from Dep. Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and cable channels. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Room service is also available. At Novotel Salvador Hangar Aeroporto you will find a fitness centre, as well as a conference room. A 24-hour front desk is provided for assistance. The hotel is 2.5 km from Shopping Salvador Norte, and famous Itapuã beach is 5 km away. Private parking can be arranged for a surcharge.Show full description
Just 2 km from Jardim de Alah Beach, Sotero features a rooftop pool with sea views, a gym, sauna. Buffet breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free. Featuring an LCD cable TV, desk and a bathroom with a hairdryer, all accommodations are air-conditioned. With a contemporary décor, some include a minibar, while others offer a fully-equipped kitchenette. Sotero Hotel by Castelo Itaipava is in the financial area of Salvador, 1 km from Salvador Shopping mall and the city’s bus station. Salvador Convention Centre is 2 km away. Fonte Nova Stadium is 10 km from this hotel, and Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães international airport is 15 km away. Private parking is available at an additional charge.Show full description
Beautiful. Great location. Great views. The 4-star Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho Hotel offers a welcoming environment on the seafront of Rio Vermelho Beach, 15 kilometers from the old center of Salvador. As a guest at the Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho, you can spend restful nights and enjoy great sea views in brightly furnished rooms. On the ground floor, a pool area with plenty of loungers and a poolside bar provide the ideal relaxation ambiance for your holidays. The hotel also offers a restaurant, another bar, business center, gym and parking lots. The nearest airport is Luis Eduardo Magalhães Airport, 20 km from the property.Show full description
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