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Brazil's third most populous city, and former capital, is now the capital of Bahia state. Renowned for its African-influenced cuisine, music and architecture, Salvador is known as "the Capital of... more » Brazil's third most populous city, and former capital, is now the capital of Bahia state. Renowned for its African-influenced cuisine, music and architecture, Salvador is known as "the Capital of Joy," because of its exuberant week-long Carnaval celebrations, Brazil's largest. Divided into two distinct sections by an escarpment, the city offers beaches ideal for swimming and diving. Inlets with great surfing waves beckon nearby, and rolling hills and mountains provide a backdrop to the city. « less
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“Excellent value, comfortable rooms and everything you need.”

Grande Hotel da Barra

4 of 5 stars
Sandst0rm
Doha, Qatar
Jul 17, 2009

We shifted to this hotel after being unimpressed with our previous pousada, and were so delighted that it was only slightly more expensive but had a pool, gym (gym is not great but the treadmill works...more

“Terrible. Noa-Noa No way.”

Pousada Noa Noa

1 of 5 stars
Sandst0rm
Doha, Qatar
Jul 17, 2009

This pousada is in a brilliant location right near the Barra lighthouse but that is the only good thing about it. The rooms are tiny, covered in ants, and the breakfast included stale corn flakes and...more

“Beautiful hotel in a wonderful location”

Pestana Convento do Carmo

4 of 5 stars
citizenoftheworld2
California
Jul 17, 2009

My husband and I just returned from Salvador-Bahia and a 2 night stay at Convento do Carmo. The location is perfect, the rooms comfortable and service is very good. Our only unfortunate experience was...more

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