Barra

Salvador

A sunset over a rocky beach with a white railing and trees.
A beach with rocks and a cityscape in the background.
A crowded beach with umbrellas, people swimming, and buildings in the background.
A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, a large number of beach umbrellas, and a historic building in the background.
A colorful mural with a blue Salvador sign, a white shopping sign, and a beach in the background.

Stay near popular Barra attractions

A historic fort with a lighthouse, surrounded by a grassy hill and a beach.

Farol da Barra Beach

9.0/10 (511 reviews)
Swim in refreshing water, visit an historic lighthouse, try water sports and admire the magnificent sunsets at this popular urban beach.
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Things to do

Pelourinho

City Tour Salvador Historica

P1,205
per adult
City Tour Salvador Historica
Guarajuba Beach on a sunny day

Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip

P2,892
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

P2,373
per adult
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

P2,048
per adult
Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Model Market

City Tour Salvador Panoramic

P1,205
per adult
City Tour Salvador Panoramic
Morro de São Paulo Beach Tour

Morro de São Paulo Beach Tour

P6,257
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morro de São Paulo Beach Tour
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Top hotels in Barra

Vila Gale Salvador

Vila Gale Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Rua Morro do Escravo Miguel 320, Ondina Salvador BA
The price is P5,934 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P5,934
P6,231 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Vila Gale Salvador
Rede Andrade Barra

Rede Andrade Barra

3 out of 5
Avenida Sete De Setembro 3577 - Porto Da Salvador BA
The price is P1,657 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P1,657
P1,740 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,837 reviews)
"Massive construction site next door, right in front of your window, that starts work at 7 AM and goes until sundown with an additional 2 hours on some days. They say they change the towels every 2 days but in 7 days not once did they change. Your food wait can be over an hour. Breakfast was mid. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Rede Andrade Barra
Pousada Manga Rosa

Pousada Manga Rosa

3 out of 5
Rua Cesar Zama 60 Salvador BA
Book a stay at this beach pousada in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Porto da Barra Beach and Farol da Barra ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (49 reviews)
Good place but poor breakfast
"I love my room. But I didn’t like the breakfast. It is too poor."

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2020

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Pousada Manga Rosa
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel

Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel

4 out of 5
Av. Oceânica, 591 Salvador BA
The price is P11,472 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P11,472
P12,046 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Porto Salvador Hotel

Porto Salvador Hotel

2 out of 5
Rua Barão de Itapoan, 60 Salvador BA
The price is P2,724 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
P2,724
P3,133 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Porto da Barra Beach and Farol da Barra Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (309 reviews)
"Amazing cost-benefit, you're in the heart of Salvador Carnival for the Barra-Ondina circuit. There are also good options to eat, very close to Shopping Barra, supermarkets, and drugstores. The hotel's structure is not the most modern or well maintained, but it is not an issue if you don't care about ..."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Porto Salvador Hotel
Grande Hotel da Barra

Grande Hotel da Barra

3.5 out of 5
Rua Forte Sao Diogo, n2 Salvador BA
The price is P5,061 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
P5,061
P5,314 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Porto da Barra Beach and Farol ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (588 reviews)
"The rooms could certainly be cleaner. The staff at the restaurant and some of the staff at the front desk were nice but we did encounter a few people that did not demonstrate much interest in their guests. The facility is a bit old and needs some updates. The location is great and breakfast was amazing. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026

Grande Hotel da Barra
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Where to stay in Barra

Find the best Barra areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a building, boats, and a rocky shoreline.

Rio Vermelho

Unique features of Rio Vermelho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Paciencia Beach or Rio Vermelho Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal town with a beach, residential area, and a river.

Guarajuba

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Guarajuba. You might want to make time for a stop at Guarajuba Beach or Genipabu Beach.

A coastal road lined with palm trees and a modern building with a blue facade.

Ondina

Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.

A beach with palm trees, a lighthouse, and blue umbrellas.

Itapuã

Unique features of Itapuã include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Itapuã Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal road with a bike lane, beach, and modern buildings.

Pituba

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Pituba. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Vila Jardim dos Namorados.

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