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Villa Bahia

Salvador da Bahia - Costa Do Sauipe · Brazil

Largo Do Cruzeiro De São Francisco, 16/18View location

9.6/10Excellent200 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.6/109.6
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.8/109.8
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Villa Bahia

Nestled within two traditional colonial houses, this charming hotel sits in the heart of Salvador's historic center. Steps away from the Jorge Amado Museum, it's also a short 5-minute walk to the celebrated Lacerda Elevator and the Praça da Sé overlooking All Saints Bay.

Pelourinho and the renowned San Francisco Church are just down the street. The surrounding area is teeming with shops, bars, restaurants, art galleries, banks, and schools of capoeira, samba, and percussion. After a day exploring the city, relax with a chilled drink by the hotel's inviting swimming pool.

Or, if you prefer to stay in, the on-site restaurant offers a delightful menu of traditional dishes and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, perfect for spending those balmy summer evenings.

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With a stay at Hotel Villa Bahia, you'll be centrally located in Salvador, within a 15-minute drive of Salvador Shopping Mall and Farol da Barra Beach. This boutique hotel is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Porto da Barra Beach and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Escola Olodum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 17 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Childcare

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Maximum number of pets per room 1 Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets allowed (no fees)

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Escola Olodum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Terreiro de Jesus 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Our lady of the Rosary of Black People 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Cathedral of Salvador 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Se Square 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Largo do Pelourinho 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Nigeria House 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Santa Casa da Misericordia museum 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Ladeira do Carmo 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Praça Municipal 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Ruy Barbosa House 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Castro Alves Square 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Nossa Senhora de Conceicao da Praia Church 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 17
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Hotel safe
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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    TWIN DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Villa Bahia

9.6
Excellent
200 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.8 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Patrick
Beautiful boutique hotel in a converted colonial house. The staff were very friendly and gave great recommendations. The rooms were spacious and property itself was well preserved and perfectly styled. The location was perfect in the heart of the old town, and walkable to most places and an easy uber down to the beach. We’d recommend this hotel as a base to explore Salvador!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Michael
Comfortable bed, great shower
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2025
Daryl
This was a lovely hotel. The staff was extremely friendly, the breakfasts were amazing, and the location was idea for seeing the Christmas festivities. We would definitely come back.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Ligia
Excellent service, beautiful room! I really enjoyed my stay!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Emmanuel
Amazing property around a very safe and beautiful location
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2025
Daiana
Our stay was wonderful! I loved the very single part of the hotel. Beautiful, clean,pleasant we will definitely return!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2025
Sabrina

Beautiful hotel

Beautiful hotel with delicious breakfast, great location and helpful staff. Would absolutely stay again and recommend
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
deborrah
Love the terrace room. The staff is very friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Andres

Amazing stay with small details

Great hotel, great location, great breakfast, great service. For the price, they should have bottled water everyday and a kettle and or coffee maker in the room. The twin beds are small! Almost cruise ship small. Our room could have had a desk. WiFi, at least from our room has horrendous.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Andrea Lacerda
Très bel hôtel est au cœur du Pelourinho. Le personnel est extrêmement attentionné. C’est mon deuxième séjour et je le recommande fortement! Le même plaisir la deuxième fois!
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Ciaran
Lovely hotel in the colonial center, quiet, no traffic, can be lively during holidays.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Federigo
Best stay we’ve had in a while. 10/10
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2024
Verified traveler

Great option for central Salvador

Great historic property updated for a cozy stay. It was beautiful, comfortable and staff was great. The pool, though beautiful, was quite small and seemed unusable -- it looked like a mosquito haven of still water!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2024
Jennifer
Simply amazing!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2024
Ebony
Amazing hotel in the heart of the historic district.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2024
Stuart
We highly recommend this hotel. We received such a warm welcome on arrival; the staff even helped us take our luggage up to our room. The breakfast area downstairs was beautiful and scenic, partially indoors and outside and the lady and guy that served us each day were so very friendly and helpful.
When we saw our room for the first time we were in awe; there was a small entry hall (lounge/ tv room) which led into the large bedroom with plenty of storage, with a large bathroom and shower and there was even access to our own private verandah on the roof with a view of rooftops and churches (the famous church of gold, a stones throw away).
The room was cleaned each day with beautiful precision and care, and even if we're still in the room they would call us to ask if we wanted our room cleaned. Last but by no means least, we must pay tribute to the front of house team, each and every one of them was so warm and polite and helpful, wishing us good morning or good night each time, giving us directions with such patience and always with a smile on their face. In particular we want to give huge praise to the lady in the white dress with curly hair who worked the day shift and Jeff who worked nights. We will definitely be back.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2024
Christopher
Excellent location in the historic center of Salvador. Lots of shops, restaurants and historic sites nearby. Staff very friendly and helpful
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Klaudia
Beautiful apartment in incredible location.
Cuisine presented with elegance and charm. Lovely scenery and accommodations.
Stay was very pleasant.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2024
Krystle

Perfect for Solo Travelers!

My stay at Hotel Villa Bahia was wonderful. It is very convenient within the Historic City Center. Breakfast was wonderful and the staff was very helpful to me as a first time traveler to Salvador.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2024
M R
This is a lovely small hotel in a restored old building. The rooms are beautifully decorated and furnished with a mixture of antiques and are very spacious . The staff are friendly and very helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2024
Debra
Classic old pension with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and lovely furniture. Staff was outstanding! Highly recommend
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2024
Malik
Pelourinho is the central area of Salvador, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The hotel is in the centre of Pelourinho, what can be better. Everything is within 3-10 min walk. Sometimes outside sounds come through but those are church bells or local talented musicians, pleasant to hear that authenticity. The hotel is in a historic building, once in you feel centuries old cultural spirit, truly inspiring. The era of Portuguese geographical discoveries. Beautifully decorated hotel, with meticulous attention to every historic detail. At the same time modern amenities are there as well so the rooms are very comfortable, nice and clean. Small swimming pool is a relief after hot walk. Rooftop area gives good views of central part of the city. Staff members take care of every visitor. Really enjoyed my stay in this historic hotel. Thanks a lot.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2024
Ciaran
Beautiful historical building, carefully restored, to a high standard, very helpful staff
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2023
Verified traveler

Great, charming place

Lovely place, in the heart of Pelourinho. A safe street patrolled by police. Lovely room with lots of character and great service. Breakfast was very nice too, with a different regional dish every day.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2023
Elisson
The hotel is a gem. The location is excellent and the decor and service at the Hotel makes it a special experience. Restoration was done well and staff was friendly. It made our Salvador trip unforgettable.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2023
Brian
This is a unique place to stay that fits in with the old world charm of the surrounding pelhourino area. The building is super old but has been well-kept and has modern amenities like air conditioning and an awesome shower. Comfortable bed. At the same time there are oddities like the old school window shutters and gigantic skeleton key to the room that makes you feel like you are back in time. There is some noise from the surrounding bars but it’s part of the charm of this part of the city and did not go on too late or disturb my sleep at all (you can always close windows and turn on air con). Staff was really lovely, helpful, and spoke good English. You hear some scare stories about pelhourino being unsafe. This is directly in the middle of the safest square in that neighborhood next to the main attraction, the church. If you stick to the main tourist areas/ paths (they are obvious) you’ll feel safe and have lots of options for shopping food and nightlife. Compared to other parts of Salvador I think this area is a must-see. Don’t miss it. And this is maybe the best place to stay in that area which already feels somehow back in time.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2023
Beatriz
Beautiful building conveniently located.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2023
Kenneth
Amazing historical location and home. Wonderful staff!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2023
Alison
Gorgeous hotel centrally located in the Pelourinho.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2023
michael
Fantastic location in centre of historic town, and very safe to walk about in the evening, which is an issue as a few blocks away from the centre it can be sketchy. The hotel itself was a sight of its own, as it is the former home of a sugar trade businessman, and it has beautiful pieces of that era while being beautifully restored. The breakfast in the terrace were delicious. The staff were very helpful, friendly and accommodating. The only place we would stay in Salvador.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2022
Daniel
Great place
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2022
Maly Chong
Beautiful hotel! Very well decorated and located.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2022
Brystal
Wonderful kind service, everyone on the property from Marilene in the dining room to everyone at the front desk made me feel cared for and like I was staying at someone’s beautiful home because they treated me like a friend they cared about. When I was sick the hotel staff checked in on me and made sure I had tea. I am so grateful I was near such wonderful people while I recovered from my travel bug I got along the way. I think the colonialism theme of the hotel is the only downside, gives a dark vibe and feels pretty unoriginal. The hotel could easily be maintained as is but drop the intense colonialism elements and that would be refreshing. Good breakfast and pool looked super cute even though I didn’t swim.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2022
Maritza
Excellent location. It is a well preserved old building. You hear the church bells toll and the beautiful music from the local artists who play on the street. It gets quiet at 9:30 or 10:00.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2022
Cristina

A dream of a place

A dream of a place that helped me fall in love with the city. If you like breakfasts, music and architecture, this is the hotel for you. I cannot wait to go back.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jan 2022
Richard
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Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2022
Thomas
We had a wonderful experience at this hotel.
They preserve the original building, letting you have an idea how people lived at that time.
We would stay there again anytime.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2021
Calum
Wonderful and would recommend to anyone, loved the quaint and classic features, it was a real treat.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2021
Verified traveler
Very unique hotel, nice design and atmosphere, very good staff, recommended
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2021
Brandon

I Love this Hotel

Amazing location, amazing staff and amazing Building.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2021
james

Charming, relaxing and great vibe

Beautiful, charming and historic house converted into a delightful boutique hotel. With a super friendly and charming team to match. Highly recommend. Much better all round than at least one very nearby fancy 5* hotel where we also stayed. And that deserves a mention
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2020
Roberta
Such a charming place in the heart of Salvador. It”s all about detais: from the way they display the soap, to the Their secret must be their staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2019
William

Gorgeous Hotel in the Heart of the Old City

Our suite had a private terrace with a table and chairs as well as a hammock. VERY quiet. The restaurant is excellent and the free breakfast is five stars! Very friendly, helpful staff. We would recommend the hotel to the most discerning clientele. The location is on a pedestrian-only street with gorgeous colonial era buildings. Spectacular!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Extremely helpful and pleasant staff; lovely rooms; terrific restaurant; great location and reasonable prices. What else could one want?
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 May 2019
Sanj
Tea and coffee facilities in the room would be nice as this is standard in most hotels that cost a lot less. The restaurants around the area are average and nothing special but are expensive for what you are getting.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
I stayed in two boutique properties on my recent trip to Salvador. The other (Casa do Amarelindo) was a tad friendlier, more professional, and had a few more creature comforts. BUT for history, tradition, elegance, and style, nothing can touch Hotel Villa Bahia. The rooms don't have numbers; they have names (and years) associated with Portuguese voyages of discovery. I stayed in Gana (i.e. \"Ghana\"). Room was large and comfortable, filled with beautiful antique (or faux antique) furnishings. High ceilings. Appreciated the small bath. The only real flaw was that the shower had substandard water pressure. Breakfast was good. Was happy to have dinner one night in the high-end restaurant. Very good, though portions were small. The building is awesome and fun to explore. The small back pool patio; the quaint roofdeck. Location couldn't be better. On one of the main pedestrian streets, just steps away from the Church of San Francisco -- Salvador's greatest site. It was raining when I visited the Church. I barely got wet, the entrance was so close to the hotel. Overall, not only nice but memorable.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2019
Ryan

Great place Grear location

It was a great location with lots of local amenities Would highly recommend this hotel when staying in Salvador
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2018
Michael
The location in the heart of the historic district combined with the colonial decor made for a memorable experience. We stayed in Goa which was spacious and comfortable and comes highly recommended. Initially we were a little worried that it would be noisy give the location facing the street/square; however, by night it was surprisingly quiet. Probably the best thing about this was the hotel staff. Leo and Santiago went out of their way to assist us in every way possible. Leo even participated in a capoeira class with us which was definitely a highlight of the 4 days we spent in Salvador!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2018
Verified traveler
Hotel Villa Bahia is beautiful! It is an old mansion that's been renovated and turned into a hotel. We stayed in the \"Cochin\" room (all the rooms have names instead of numbers and come with old fashioned keys/locks that are most likely original). The room is basically a duplex suite. On the first floor, you walk into the sitting room with a tv, then there's the bedroom with an open air bathroom. Up the stairs on the second level, there is a private sundeck with a little bit of a view of the city's historical district. The hotel is very clean, staff is multilingual and very friendly and helpful.

One of the biggest bonuses of this hotel is its restaurant on the ground floor. One of the reviews I read mentioned that if you weren't staying here to definitely check out the restaurant. They were not wrong. Besides the delicious and healthy breakfast, the meal we had at dinner was one of our favorites of the entire 10-day/4-city Brazil trip.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2017
Eduardo

Great pelourinho hotel

Great historical building. Remarks would be A/C not cooling as desired and bed is a not at desired level of confort. Restaurant and staff are great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2017
Olivier

Excellent restaurant as well!

Not Just the hotel was , the restaurant as well!
If you don't have time to stay at the hotel, at least try the restaurant. The chef was formed by Ducasse and has a very wide choice of sophisticated and also regional food.
Enjoy!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2017
Verified traveler

Stunning stay in colonial Salvador

Great stay - perfect location right in the heart of Pelourinho
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2017
Verified traveler

Simply amazing, place and setting in the old part,

Great experience, i loved Salvador and Pelourinho. Saint francis church the best i have ever seen. Amazing. Do not miss it.
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2017
Verified traveler

Great location in an amazing building.

Great hotel. The only problem is old and uncomfortable mattress.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2016
Verified traveler

The perfect experience to enjoy Salvador

We had the chance to stay at this wonderful hotel for 4 nights .
Giving them the full mark is just not enough .
The details of the hotel and the rooms are just breathtaking .
staff are super nice and friendly
cleanliness is needless to say - perfect mark
The food in their restaurant , oh man , oh man... the best food you could every have
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2016
Ian
Great stay. Lovely hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2016
Verified traveler

Great Location in a Historical Location

Great location and great service. Food at the restaurant was delicious. Staff was professional and goes above and beyond
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2015
Nosheen

Great hotel & location

We had a great stay at the hotel & the staff were very helpful
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2015
Guillaume

Amazing

Wonderful place to stay in Salvador. The hotel is absolutely beautiful and the staff is very friendly. Would love to stay there again. Highly recommended.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2015
Colin

Nice hotel with exceptionally helpful staff.

Wonderful hotel staff all around highlighted by Carlos, Anna Christina, Jefferson and restaurant personnel. The hotel is centrally located in the Pelourinho district with good public transportation to beach. Would certainly recommend Hotel Villa Bahia to any traveller to Salvador and would not hesitate staying here on my next trip.

Thanks Hoel Villa Bahia!
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2015
Peter

Lovely, highly recommend

The best hotel stay I've ever had. Beautiful building and rooms with comfortable beds. But the highlight was the great service from the front desk. So genuine and helpful. The breakfast is also great, healthy and endless.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2015
Michael

A gem in Salvador

Rarely do I stay at boutique hotels as most of my travel is for business, but the opportunity arose and I stayed a weekend night at the Villa Bahia. Some of the most engaged staff I have met in a long time! Also, charming rooms, good food in the restaurant, and absolutely unparalleled location in the heart of the old town. I was sad to leave, which is rare for me as I am usually hotel-weary by the end of a trip.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2014
XX

amazing stay

we loved this hotel, one of the best we've stayed in. every inch of the hotel is carefully designed, the faucet, the elevator, the fresh flowers. it was so hard to leave!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Aug 2014
Verified traveler

boutique hotel but over priced

the hotel villa bahia is a charming boutique hotel very well situated in the city center but overpriced
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2014
Traveller

Good for holiday

Hotel is in the restored area of the historic centre.
Good location for exploring the old city of Salvador.
Be careful with the hard, antique furniture and bed.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2013
Ze Pequeno

BEST HOTEL I EVER STAYED IN

I was so happy there. The service is amazing and every corner of the hotel is pretty and has such a beautiful and classy colonial feel. Stay there, you won't regret it. Their prices are very reasonable too.
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2013
Verified traveler
great location. great food. lots of stuff doesnt work.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2013
Martin
The stay in the hotel was amazing. The people in the front desk were very friendly and helpful and made our stay in the hotel that much more better. We would recommend this hotel anytime.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2013
G

Very nice hotel and great location.

Very nice hotel, very well decorated and clean. Breakfast and bar very good and the hotel is in a great location. Guide organsied through the hotel was excellent and had a huge historical knowledge which was great.
6/10
Pleasant
07 Aug 2013
Frequent traveler

Good but has shotcomings

The location of this hotel is tops. The staff are friendly and helpful, though not very knowledgable. The overall decor of the hotel is very nice - more so in corridors and public spaces than in the room I had. The room was very small, without a desk (for which there was no room). It had its own small rooftop balcony which was very nice in good weather. There was no view from the room or the balcony (surrounded by high walls). The bathroom was convenient except for the lighting which was terrible: It was very dark and no light to see oneself in the mirror. Sustainability claims are not very belivable as towels were changed daily (although I hung them up on the rack), and the toilet did not have a short-flush button. TV did not function until staff did something about it (happened twice). Breakfast is nice but the service was somewhat forgetful; don't try to get there early (starting at 7:00 AM), as staff are late; I had to wait 15 minutes for coffee, and more for the rest of breakfast. The awimming pool is decorative only - it is tiny. In sum, a good hotel, but it does not meet expectations given the high room rates.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2013
Verified traveler

Perfect location in a beautifully restored mansion

Hotel villa Bahia is located in a beautiful square in Salvador. There are churches at both ends and shops and restaurants in between. The hotel is decorated with incredible antiques and the rooms are large with views of the square.
Family
2/10
Poor
23 Feb 2013
Verified traveler
I have a cousin that lives in Salvador. We met for dinner and I invited him to sit on my patio and have a glass of wine. We visited, shared family stories and had a great visit catching up. We normally do not get to visit much living in different countries. Although late...maybe 1 or 2 AM (it was CARNIVAL and this hotel is in the center of CARNIVAL my cousin left. He grew up local so we toured Salvador and went to dinner again the next night. Same person. same situation. The 2 nights he left at a reasonable time. I had an substancial charge added to my bill for having a guest!!! I am a seasoned traveler and stay in many hotels every year! I have never heard of such a charge!!! My cousin lives out of town. This was an expensive, upscale room with a patio that had a table and 2 chairs to use!
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2012
Leanne

Beautiful Hotel - everything perfect !

I have just stayed at this hotel for the past 5 days and It was a fantastic experience. From the minute i entered the hotel i was amazed at the beautiful artwork, furniture, and the service from the staff was fantanstic !

I stayed in the room 'nagasaqui' (all the rooms have names) and this room had its own balcony overlooking the historic city. At night a little band playing live music could be heard but it was nice to add to the atmosphere. In the room everything was perfect, The theme was amazing, and the bathroom was beautiful. Every detail was thought of to make the stay comfortable. This room was just next to the lift on top floor (3rd floor) so it was easy to get to. The lift doors had amazing artwork on them too.

Breakfast was just superb, every morning i had an omelette cooked or i could choose whatever eggs i liked. Fresh fruit, selection of breads, non stop great coffee! And every morning it changed to include different cakes, ham, cheese, tapioca dessert, corn flakes, different jams too. It was an alacarte breakfast, the best i have ever had !
This hotel is in the best position, its really quiet in the square at front of building at night. And very easy to walk every where from its location.

Add extra comfort to your journey and stay at this hotel if you want to be in the historic centre.
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2012
Marco

Very Pleasant Stay, Recommended.

Beatutiful architecture, excellent location. You will be on a historical square, note the amazing stone cross in the Cruzeiro de Sao Francisco. Yes, there are beggers and a few teenagers sleeping on the sidewalks in the historical Pelourinho but I did not feel a real danger.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2011
Verified traveler

Great hotel very central

Spent 7 nights in the Hotel Villa Bahia which is right at the centre of the old, historic part of Salvador, Brazil. Staff very friendly, English spoken, the hotel occupies two historic buildings, very beautiful, the rooms are very comfortable. Not the cheapest but recommended for comfort, security and convenience for visiting Pelhourina, the 18th century colonial historic part of town.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2011
Jade

Enjoyed our stay very much.

We enjoyed our stay very much. The location was superb--right in the middle of the Pelourinho District and steps away from the St. Francis Church. Food was outstanding and plentiful. We ate only one lunch there but it was delicious and reputed among two French expats we knew to be the best place to dine. This is mostly a tourist and leisure accommodation. It was not too convenient to work in because it was not furnished to make work a priority. Wifi throughout the hotel but had trouble with speed and connection. Would return in a minute and intend to do so.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2011
Verified traveler

Hotel Villa Bahia in Peluriho

This hotel have a perfect location if you dont have to much time and want to experience the Pelurinho maybe the best of Bahia. Excellent service and accomodations. Definitly I would recommend it. Its not cheap but its worth.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2010
Verified traveler

Visit to the Pelourinho

The Hotel was great. Super charming with very good Service. The presonal was mostly multilingual. The Location is perfect. The Peroulinho was a disapointement. The buildings are mostly ruins. The shops are cheap tourist stuff. Stay a max. a day. Enjoy the beaches instead!
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2026
Karine
L’emplacement de l’hôtel et la décoration
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Alexandre
Excellent petit déjeuner préparé minute. Hotel plein de charme, très bien placé, calme après 22h et personnel très serviable. Ils vous aident pour réserver un guide, une excursion ou un transporteur.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Pablo H
piscina linda, decoração incrível, quarto fica muito claro à noite
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2025
Maria

Excelente estadía en la mejor cuadra de Pelourinho

Excelente desayuno, muchas opciones y muy variado.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
yeyya
Excellent accueil à l hotel et present et réactif pour toute demande
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Ann
Great place to stay and very friendly people!
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2025
Ursula
Es war eine der besten Erfahrungen, die ich je gemacht habe auf Reisen. Wenn ihr in Salvador seid, unbedingte! Empfehlung. Es ist einfach nur schön dort und mega erholsam
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2025
joel

Très bel hotel

Très bel hôtel décoré avec goût dans le style colonial
La chambre Goia est absolument magnifique et très grande
Le personnel est vraiment dévoué et très agréable
Bref super endroit
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Millena
Recepção incrível
Funcionários e hotel maravilhoso
Café da manhã excelente
Experiência única!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
Pernille

Best hotel in historic Salvador

Very beautiful hotel in the best location in Salvador historic center. Room was very spacious and beautifully decorated. Great beds and really nice bathroom. Breakfast was amazing and all the staff was so helpful and service minded. 10/10
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
jean-Francois
Formidable séjour dans cet hôtel, idéalement situé dans le cœur historique de Salvador. On se sent immédiatement bien dans cet endroit. L’hôtel a gardé un charme unique et est décoré dans un superbe style ancien.
Le petit déjeuner est excellent et varié avec une spécialité locale chaque jour.
Le personnel est très attentionné. J’ai même eu droit à un gâteau d’anniversaire surprise dans ma chambre.
Je retournerai sans hésitation à Villa Bahia lors de mon prochain séjour à Salvador.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2024
Anick
F
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024
MOACYR DARIO
Um charme
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2023
Michael
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Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2023
Nicole

Amazing hotel in an amazing location

Villa Bahia a truly amazing hotel in theheart of Salvador's historic center. Beautiful hotel, spacious rooms, friendly staff, delicious breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2023
Verified traveler

Viajando aos séculos XII/XVIII

Hotel bem localizado no coração da zona histórica, com decoração à época . Ficámos no quarto Guiné. A cama tem dossel o que nos fez sentir como realeza. Funcionários simpáticos e prestáveis. Pequeno almoço muito saboroso.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2023
Michael
Une situation géographique exceptionnelle dans le quartier le plus intéressant de Salvador, un personnel super aimable et aux petits soins et un petit déjeuner parfait.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2023
Isabelle

Fabuleux

Hôtel de charme, très confortable, très bien placé avec un personnel aux petits soins !
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2022
FLÁVIA

Lindo refúgio no Pelourinho!

Lindo hotel, cheio de detalhes encantadores. Localização perfeita. Café da manhã servido com todo o cuidado. Equipe fantástica!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2022
Sandra

Hotel no Pelourinho

Ótima localização, equipe do hotel muito atenciosa, decoração linda e quarto confortável
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2022
Jesper
Wonderful staff and a very beautiful unique and cozy interior.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2022
María del Rocío Brehm
La decoración muy bien ambientada.
Leisure Partner

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Villa Bahia
Largo Do Cruzeiro De São Francisco, 16/18, Salvador, Brazil

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