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Pestana Convento do Carmo


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#7 of 76 hotels in Salvador
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4.5 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
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“Nice Relaxing Hotel” Feb 11, 2010 - keredewor
“Overpriced - but still kind of impressive” Jan 19, 2010 - coops9999
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Pestana Convento do Carmo
Rua do Carmo, 1 Pelourinho
Salvador 40301-330
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Pestana Convento do Carmo
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Rua do Carmo, 1 | Pelourinho, Salvador 40301-330, Brazil
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“Nice Relaxing Hotel”
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4 of 5 stars
keredewor   15 contributions
knaresborough
Feb 11, 2010 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel
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person found this review helpful

A nice hotel very well situated (In daytime) belonging to the Pestana Group who convert historical buildings in major cities into hotels and retain the historical side of the building, in this case an ancient convent that is also a museum, culturally it is a lovely hotel. It is short on amenities though, a very small plunge pool, only one... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel during your trip to Salvador, and for sharing your views about our product with other travelers. We do appreciate hearing from our customers, as their comments are vital for us to continue improving our service. We take this opportunity to emphasize, that the quality of services given to...

“Overpriced - but still kind of impressive”
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3 of 5 stars
coops9999   5 contributions
London
Jan 19, 2010 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed here one night when a missed connection at Sao Paulo (the immigration line was a shambles and had about 400 people in it). I pleaded for an upgrade and luckily got one. Very nice beds, split level apartment. Very good conversion. Very close to poverty and the resulting threat of crime. Very slow bar service (4 people in... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel and for sharing with other travelers your opinion about our facilities and services. Certainly your comments are very important, so that we can always improve the quality of our services. We hope you give us another chance to serve you, if you happen to visit Salvador in the...

“Great idea. Poor execution. Not worth the money”
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3 of 5 stars
leloir   99 contributions
new york
Jan 15, 2010 | Trip type: Family

Convento do Carmo is,as other reviewers state, a renovated former monastery in the heart of a fascinating colonial city. Unfortunately, rooms are small and not well lit. Service is nonexistant. The facility is not being well maintained. Rooms are more expensive than just about anywhere else in Brazil and are simply not worth the money. The hotel is managed by... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, At first, we thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel during your visit to Bahia. We regret, however, that some of our products did not reach your expectation. As you well know, the place is a converted convent from the 16th century, and is considered a historical patrimony of Bahia, therefore, it had to remain...

“lovely location but shame about the service”
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3 of 5 stars
suzylondon13UK   6 contributions
London
Jan 11, 2010 | Trip type: Family

This hotel has a stunning location and as a former convent it has a beautiful ambiance. But o dear the service leaves much to be desired. Nothing like as good as it should be for such a luxury place. We told the desk we would like to dine in the hotel - they said that was fine as residents no... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, Thank your for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel during your visit to Bahia. We regret, however, that some of our products did not reach your expectation; the issues you mentioned have been brought to the attention of the competent departments. We are really sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you and your friends. We...

“A truly special hotel”
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5 of 5 stars
MarkP_9   11 contributions
Washington, DC
Jan 9, 2010 | Trip type: Couples

I proposed to my fiancee here and it was the perfect place. The ambiance is fantastic. How could it not be, with over 400 years of history in this converted former convent? They have done a perfect job with it, mixing modern touches in with the original wood beams, tiling and murals. The staff were also wonderfully helpful, and very... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel and for sharing your views about our product and services with other travelers. We are delighted to know through your short but kind review that in general you enjoyed your quick stay with us. Certainly your comments are very important and will be forwarded to the main direction...

“Beautiful hotel but expensive, and not in a safe area...”
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4 of 5 stars
Alex_Hunt   16 contributions
London, United Kingdom
Dec 23, 2009 | Trip type: Business
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First impressions of this hotel were great, particularly after staying in the Pestana Bahia which is a poor choice. The Convento is considerably more expensive than virtually any other hotel in Salvador and is part of the 'Leading Hotels of the World' group. The place is a converted convent from the 16th century and has beautiful courtyards which look stunning... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel during your visit to Salvador. We appreciate reading your comments, and could read between the lines that in general you enjoyed your short stay. As you well know, the place is a converted convent from the 16th century, and is considered a historical patrimony of Bahia, therefore, it...

“If not staying here then visit !”
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5 of 5 stars
TravellingRainbow   7 contributions
Queensland
Dec 10, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

A wonderful hotel that offers a level of tranquility that was unsurpassed on my 4 weeks travelling in south america. The hotel structure and quality offers an unbeatable ambiance - go stay and if you cant afford this then go for dinner or lunch or just a drink. more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer. Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel during your trip to Salvador. We do appreciate your short but nice review about our product. Your comment is vital for us to continue improving our services. We hope you give us another chance to serve you. Very Truly Yours, The Management

“Doesnt get better in Salvador”
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5 of 5 stars
Fortalezakaj   16 contributions
Copenhagen
Dec 1, 2009 | Trip type: Business

Elegant hotel situated in the old city Pelourinho in Salvador. This old convent has maintained the old style and combined it with luxury details. If you want to stay in a small luxury hotel with charm and good location this is your hotel. Please note that Pelourinho old city is cobbled stoned roads and for those who does not walk... more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel and for writing a short but favorable review about our product. We do appreciate hearing from our customers, as their comments are vital for us to continue improving our service. We hope you give us another chance to serve you. Very Truly Yours, The Management

“Elegant”
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5 of 5 stars
JaneS54   1 contribution
Montgomery Village, Maryland
Oct 19, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Former convent in the historical part of the city. Excellent, beautiful, attentive service and lovely surroundings. more

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pestana, MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel and for writing a short but favorable review about our product. We do appreciate hearing from our customers, as their comments are vital for us to continue improving our service. We hope you give us another chance to serve you. Very Truly Yours, The Management

“Best hotel in Salvador”
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5 of 5 stars
pomolenk   1 contribution
Rio de Janeiro
Jul 23, 2009 | Trip type: Family

The hotel is just into the "Pelourinho", the historic old city, near of little shops, old churches and traditions. It’s a quiet and secure place for families. I strongly recommend this hotel for learn the culture of the city. more

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pestana, Management Assistant

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing the Pestana Convento do Carmo Hotel during your trip to Salvador, and for sharing your views about our product with other travelers. We do appreciate hearing from our customers, as their comments are vital for us to continue improving our service. We take this opportunity to emphasize, that the quality of services given to...

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