2 Best Hotels in Salvador, Salvador and the Bahia Coast

Name: Zank by Toque Hotel
Address: Rua Almirante Barroso 161, Salvador, Bahia, 41950–350, Brazil
Telephone: 071-3083–4000
Price range: $$$
Location: Rio Vermelho

The Centro Histórico and the nearby neighborhood of Santo Antonio offer a good selection of places to stay, many of which combine a unique atmosphere with immediate access to the colonial charms of the Pelourinho. Heading south into the Vitória neighborhood along Avenida 7 de Setembro are a number of inexpensive establishments convenient to beaches and sights. In the fashionable Barra neighborhood, many hotels are within walking distance of the beach, while Rio Vermelho is the favored choice of most Brazilians and where the city’s best bars, restaurants, and nightclubs can be found, although it is a 20-minute taxi ride from downtown. High seasons are from December to March and the month of July. For Carnival, reservations must be made months in advance, and prices are substantially higher.

Zank by Toque Hotel

$$$ | Rua Almirante Barroso 161, Salvador, 41950–350, Brazil Fodor's Choice

It’s the combination of elegant design, sophisticated service, and location overlooking the curved beach of bohemian neighborhood Rio Vermelho that makes this converted colonial mansion such a winner. A stylishly understated color scheme in the rooms complements high ceilings, while giant white hammocks are strung up amongst the palms in the tropical courtyard. Iconic Brazilian design pieces from the '50s are scattered throughout the living and dining areas, where sophisticated cocktails are served at the bar or taken out onto the terrace. On the rooftop, guests take stock of the ocean view from crimson red loungers set around the compact pool, and the hotel has a sauna, spa, and beauty salon.

Casa do Amarelindo

$$$ | Rua das Portas do Carmo 6, Salvador, 40026–290, Brazil

While the bright Aztec-inspired colors may not be to everyone’s taste, this small, centrally located boutique hotel ticks all the boxes, with king-size beds, in-room Nespresso machines, delicious food, and a rooftop bar that’s one of the city’s best spots to watch the sunset over Bahia dos Santos. Informative staff can help you plan creative day trips around Salvador, and the French owners' well-thought-out menu means you can return after a long day exploring the city to plates of tapas by the pool. Opt for a room with an ocean view and private terrace.

Salvador and the Bahia Coast

Salvador and the Bahia Coast

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