Bahia Hostels

Salvador … Definitely stay in the Pelourinho district. There are a lot of things to do in the area. Beware of beggars and people trying to sale you little ribbons as "gifts" or "presents". They are trying to scam you. Visit the beaches, especially on Sat/Sun.

Itacaré … Amazing town with small special beaches, trails, waterfalls, a river, capoeira, sunset, and nice people.

Porto Seguro … Genial. Un lugar fantastico. Verdaderamente un paraiso. [English Translation: "Brilliant. A fantastic place. Truly a paradise."]

HI - Salvador - do Porto Hostel in Salvador … Clean rooms, good breakfast, wonderful location, nice staff, free internet, good facilities, right in front of a supermarket, and near a cab stop. Bus stop very near too.

Albergue o Pharol in Itacaré … I went to Itacare in August, and I stayed at the Albergue O Pharol. This hostel is very nice. I met a lot of nice people, including Su (the owner) and her dog "Bel." It felt like my home.

Residencial Das Araras in Porto Seguro … This is a nice hostel, it is clean and in a quiet area very close to pristine beaches. The staff was friendly and service was good. The rates per night are inexpensive. I highly recommend this Hostel!!

Iemanja Hostel in Salvador … Iemanja hostel is the best hostel I have visited. The staff are kind and friendly. If you go there you will enjoy it a lot. The place is clean and comfortable.

Albergue Hostel São Jorge in Salvador … this hostel is fantastic. i visited this place in my last holidays with three friends and we are very happy in this hostel, because al the people are so friendly, the roommates coming from all parts the world. all the most interesting parts of salvador are so near to the hostel its great. if you can go the please go!

Pousada Porto D'Ajuda in Porto Seguro … I really enjoyed spending time at the pool!!!

Iemanja Hostel in Salvador … I have been here and it was wonderful.

Iemanja Hostel in Salvador … I was there in 2000 by myself. It was very cool. I hope to stay there again. Hi staff. Is my sketch still up?

Albergue o Pharol in Itacaré … I want to say that Hostel O Pharol is an amazing place. Itacare is so beautiful, with its beaches, the people, capoeira, "forros" [dance halls]— everything. I really enjoy it here. It's one of the more beautiful places that I know.

Residencial Das Araras in Porto Seguro … This is a great hostel. We've stayed here with carnaval. The price was the same as normal, so especially with carnaval this is a good hangout. The owner, Paul Ericksson, is a great lad with tremendous stories. Ask him about his career as a 'flowerman'. A very good breakfast is provided by his beautiful sister-in-law.

HI - Salvador - do Porto Hostel in Salvador … Just out of this hostel, had a great time there. Pros are the hostel is kept very clean, linen was changed every day, free nice breakfast, large and comfortable common areas with a cable TV and videos so it's perfect if you want to socialize. Close to the beach, buses that will take you everywhere. Cons are if you want to be in the middle of Pelo, stay there, cause otherwise you will have to take a bus. The shower is warm, but not really hot. The receptionist that speaks English is there in the evenings, otherwise you will have to get around with Portugese. Internet is 2$R for thirty minutes, but screens could be better. Despite that the area was considered safer than Pelo, there was a guy that repeatedly tried to rob people under the threat of a broken bottle. Some people kicked his ass in return, others got scared and were robbed. Other than that, nice hostel, I personally had a time of my life, really recommend to people that want to socialize.