Bahia
The appeal of this boutique hotel is in its name, which translates as 'the sky of Boipeba.' It's located on a hill just outside of the village which…
Must-see hotels in Bahia
Salvador
This fantastically colorful and homey place is run by professional artists with deep connections to the local music, dance and film community. Musicians…
Salvador
Inside a 19th-century colonial mansion on a historic block, this charming boutique hotel is truly a gem. Ten impeccably outfitted guest rooms have first…
Lençóis
Conveniently located on the edge of the historic center, this guesthouse has simple rooms with homey design flourishes and a tranquil patio area with…
Bahia
Squarely in the center of the village on a cobblestone plaza lined with boutiques and cafes, this peaceful guesthouse has spacious, thoughtfully designed…
Bahia
A few blocks off of Trancoso's main drag and set among lush foliage is Pousada Hibisco, which offers chalets for rent and a fun pool and bar area…
Bahia
In a lush setting, Ilha Verde has uniquely decorated rooms inspired by the owners' world travels. Features include private patios, an inviting swimming…
Bahia
At this heavenly oceanfront getaway, palm trees tower over freestanding cottages and inviting chaise lounges facing the water. Travelers love the peaceful…
Bahia
The inviting outdoor pool, festive thatched-roof pool bar, comfortable guest rooms with private verandas, and proximity to the beach make this guesthouse…
Lençóis
Run by an exceptionally kind owner, this charming guesthouse offers sweet, simple rooms with antique stained-glass windows, many opening to views over the…
Salvador
Located in an old colonial house complete with a swimming pool and a Moroccan-style lounge (rarities at any hostel), but especially in one at such a great…
Morro de São Paulo
This former pousada (guesthouse), now a chill hostel catering to surfers, sits along the path to Porto de Cima Beach. Watching electric-blue hummingbirds…
Bahia
This ecofriendly guesthouse features six freestanding bungalows built with natural, locally sourced materials, plus a lovely swimming pool and art-filled…
Bahia
In a leafy setting near the beach, these six attractive and spacious apartments are complete with well-equipped kitchens and balconies with hammocks. The…
Salvador
Occupying a pair of restored Portuguese-style colonial houses, this sustainably run boutique hotel (practices include recycling and employment of local…
Salvador
How about taking in the sunset from an infinity pool overlooking the bay? The dream is a reality at the exclusive Aram Yami Hotel, a chic urban getaway…
Bahia
If you're traveling in a group this is one of the better deals in town. Each apartment has a kitchen and, with the exception of the most standard studio,…
Lençóis
This lovely yellow mansion, filled with antiques and hand-painted tiles, was designed and built by a local artist. Staying here is like being a guest in a…
Salvador
Sleep inside a living piece of Salvador's history at this newly restored boutique hotel. The facade of the building still retains its 1930s art deco charm…
Bahia
Set in a beautifully landscaped garden near the beach, this guesthouse is a traveler favorite, thanks in part to the friendly service. Even the most…
Bahia
Travelers rave about the personalized attention (in English) and paradise-like setting at B&B Bela Bahia, run by a laid-back Belgian-Brazilian couple. It…
Lençóis
In Igatu, the charming Hospedagem Flor de Açucena has wildly natural rooms built into the rocky hillside, abundant greenery and striking views, with a…
Morro de São Paulo
Reigning over the main plaza, this beautifully renovated colonial mansion – dating from 1906 – has lovely rooms with classic furnishings and large windows…
Lençóis
At the river’s edge, this family-friendly, sustainably designed hotel has a sophisticated but earthy look – think stone, hard wood, and large windows…
Bahia
There's a lot of personal charm on display at this otherwise fairly standard guesthouse. The staff is friendly and eager to help guests make the most of…
Porto Seguro
One of the more stylish options in Porto Seguro, this affordable boutique hotel is housed inside a colonial building dating from 1801 – check out the…
Bahia
Things are simple at Baianeiro Hostel: three dorm-style rooms, two shared bathrooms, a kitchen and ample indoor and outdoor communal space. What makes it…
Bahia
If a lack of privacy doesn't bother you then Aruanda Hostel is a great way to experience the nouveau-beach-bum delights of Caraíva first hand. In the dorm…
Bahia
It’s all luxury at this lavish beachfront resort, where walkways wind through groomed gardens past eight swimming pools to the beach. Rooms all have…
Bahia
At this eco-minded place (they recycle, compost, and employ local workers), choose between simple but stylish cottages with small verandas, or slightly…
Bahia
The 18th-century convent attached to the Igreja da Ordem Terceira do Carmo has been converted into a comfortable guesthouse, with no loss of atmosphere…
Morro de São Paulo
In a marvelous hilltop position, the lushly landscaped Colibri has pretty cabins and suites with verandas and hammocks. Surrounding jungle assures quiet,…
Salvador
The location of this historic boutique hotel is iconic: directly across from the Escadas do Carmo. Try to snag the triple room which has a balcony…
Morro de São Paulo
As the name suggests, modern art is the focus at this cool, sustainably built guesthouse with more personality than any other on Morro's beachfront. The…
Bahia
A unique gem in Arraial d'Ajuda, this guesthouse is entirely decorated with the works of local artists and filled with colorful mosaics, healing crystals,…
Bahia
Staying at this lovely property is like renting your own beach apartment. The place looks like a pousada (guesthouse) – complete with tropical foliage, a…
Bahia
This colorful HI hostel offers well-equipped private rooms as well as dorm-style accommodations in a funky Greco-Bahian–style building with a courtyard…
Salvador
Run by a friendly French-Brazilian couple, Baluarte feels like a B&B, with a welcoming, homelike ambience and just five rooms with hardwood floors and…
Bahia
At this popular guesthouse, just a short walk from the Quadrado, gardens surround a picturesque wooden deck and swimming pool. Guest rooms have private…
Morro de São Paulo
This eye-catching guesthouse, with vibrant hues and clean, modern lines, wins the most style points on busy Segunda Praia. The lavish breakfast spread,…
