Grande Hotel da Barra is a great choice for your beach stay in Salvador. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar. A fitness centre and a poolside bar are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the location.
Rua Forte Sao Diogo, n2, Porto da Barra, Salvador, BA, 40130-170
What's nearby
Porto da Barra Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Sao Diogo Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bahia Iate Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Farol da Barra Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Barra Shopping Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Salvador (SSA-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Intl.) - 36 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Casa Castanho - 2 min walk
Tudo Azul Restaurante Suíço-Brasileiro - 2 min walk
Delliporto - 6 min walk
Bar Sol Brilhante - 5 min walk
Oasis do Porto - 1 min walk
About this property
Grande Hotel da Barra
Grande Hotel da Barra is a great choice for your beach stay in Salvador. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar. A fitness centre and a poolside bar are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the location.
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site valet parking (BRL 25 per day)
Limited valet parking on-site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
4 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Restaurante Tombadilho – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
Bar da Piscina – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately BRL 60 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of BRL 240 per vehicle (return)
Children & extra beds
Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years of age must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information.
Parking
Valet parking costs BRL 25 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
Grande Hotel da Barra
Grande da Barra
Grande Hotel Da Barra Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
Grande Hotel Salvador
Grande Hotel da Barra Hotel
Grande Hotel da Barra Salvador
Grande Hotel da Barra Hotel Salvador
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Grande Hotel da Barra?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Grande Hotel da Barra?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grande Hotel da Barra?
Yes. Valet parking costs BRL 25 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Grande Hotel da Barra?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is BRL 240 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grande Hotel da Barra?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Grande Hotel da Barra and nearby?
Grande Hotel da Barra has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Grande Hotel da Barra?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Restaurante Tombadilho.
What's the area around Grande Hotel da Barra like?
Grande Hotel da Barra is a short 2-minute walk from Porto da Barra Beach and 14 minutes' walk from Farol da Barra Beach. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Grande Hotel da Barra Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The hotel's beachfront location offers breathtaking ocean views and direct access to stunning Porto da Barra Beach. (25 reviews)
Breakfast was a highlight with a varied and plentiful selection of options. (40 reviews)
The restaurant offered good options for breakfast and had a delightful mix of fresh tropical fruits, traditional Brazilian treats, and international options. (17 reviews)
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast is plentiful with great variety so a definite highlight of staying here. It’s a great start to the day! Overall a safe, clean hotel to have as home base for a vacation with excursions.
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8/10 Very good
5 Dec 2025
Great location, Sea View room has a beautiful view of the beach.
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Mar 2026
The staff was friendly. Breakfast was good. Room clean and comfortable. I stayed on the 6th floor. Sea view was very nice.
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6/10 Good
3 Apr 2026
This property is in a great place but is very dated.
Rooms are basic and need a refresh.
Bathroom is clean but old fashioned and basic.
Staff are very friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Sept 2025
Hotel is just what we needed. Staff are very nice, near a lot of shops. Beach view from our hotel room is a bonus.
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
The staff were exceptional. The area is quaint and walkable. Several good restaurants. 15 minute taxi ride to old historical centre.
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Feb 2024
Good hotel at Barra beach. Recommended!
Good hotel with a great view and access to Barra beach and many restaurants serving local food. Very good breakfast and friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Very clean, most friendly and helpful staff--couldn't be better. Safe location; Police presence day and night--and friendly/helpful. Close to everything: beach, restaurants, shops... If I visit Salvador again, I will choose this hotel as the best location.
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8/10 Very good
22 Feb 2025
It was a nice hotel that was on the beach. The swimming pool and its bar/restaurant was nice. The room was okay but had balcony view of the pool.
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2025
Directly across the street from the most iconic, touristic, and safest beach. Staff are incredibly helpful. Price is right.
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8/10 Very good
10 Dec 2024
This was the best location for my introduction to Salvador de Bahia, Brasil.
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8/10 Very good
30 Jan 2024
I really enjoyed my stay , the property is beautiful. Poolside, drinks and food was outstanding...i was happy there and appreciated EVERYTHING!!
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2025
Best location next to Porto da Barra Beach.
Great Pool area.
Excellent Staff.
We will come back soon.
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2024
Excellent location. Wonderful hotel. Lovely pool area. Iconic Beach just steps away. (Possibly the best beach in the city. Lovely stores and restaurants everywhere.)
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8/10 Very good
7 Jan 2025
The property is Nice but the location is noise. The swimming pool area is cozzi and staff vero frendly.
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2024
Would strongly recommend this place!
I had a great time this hotel. The staff was super friendly and helpful. As an American, most people did not speak English, but I was still able to get everything I needed. Great location (across from the beach) and next to the square. And the free breakfast wasn’t bad either!
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8/10 Very good
12 Jul 2024
The location is perfect. But the beach is extremely crowded. Very dirty sand with trash and lots of people drinking and smoking.
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8/10 Very good
7 Feb 2026
Nice room!
Olivera, the bellman, was very nice and helpful. I think Olivera is his middle name. The staff are all very nice and helpful. All the bellmen, wait staff etc. Felipe and Eduvan at the buffet and bar are very nice and professional. Fabio was very nice, helpful and gave good advice on a special event going on. This was a nice gesture. He was a little stressed when we checked in but we did try to check in early so maybe that played a part in the stress.
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8/10 Very good
8 May 2025
Beach front not safe if you are a female alone
I was travelling alone.I tried to not speak at all because I only speak English..I felt targeted when I asked three men to stop talking to me at the beachfront
The pool at the hotel was lovely though
2 great English speakers..
Fertinand in the restaurant and front desk spoke great English very well and were helpful.Food at the restaurant was very well done.
The price was very reasonable
The locstion was great.
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8/10 Very good
26 Mar 2024
Great customer service at the front desk and at the housekeeping
The hotel is very convenient and right on the Barra beach next to the lighthouse. Busy during the weekend right at the heart of the activities
It is a bit dated and needs some repair and maintenance to make it prettier but everything works
The restaurant food is good. There were things u can order separately from the buffet which is local dishes. Could have been told about it. Found out on the last day
One thing I would warn is the tour agent in the hotel. She will tell you it is an English tour. And yes the tour guide does speak English but do not provide all the details that he provided to the Portuguese speakers. Abit disappointed by that
There is a money exchanger across the road next to the ice cream shop. It is hidden behind a glass wall which is for safety. Better rates there for dollars
Generally love the hotel and the location. And the staff are great and the palce is clean. The pool is also a great touch
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2025
My stay at the Grande Hotel da Barra was absolutely phenomenal! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warm smiles and exceptional hospitality. The location is unbeatable—nestled right by the stunning Porto da Barra Beach, offering breathtaking ocean views that are worth every penny.
I stayed in an ocean-view Luxury room on the top floor, and it was totally worth it! The views were simply breathtaking, and the room itself was spacious, clean, and comfortable. While the hotel could use some modern renovations, the room I had was just fine. The air conditioning worked perfectly, and I encountered no issues at all during my stay.
Breakfast was incredible—a delightful mix of fresh tropical fruits, traditional Brazilian treats, and international options—all served with a picturesque view of the sea. It was the perfect way to start each day.
I loved hanging by the pristine pool area, which was perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Being directly across the street from the beach and within walking distance to so many fantastic restaurants, bars, and local attractions made the location even more ideal.
The staff was incredible—always friendly, attentive, and eager to ensure I had a fantastic stay. Their helpful tips about local attractions and activities added an extra layer of enjoyment to my trip.
I had the time of my life and can’t wait to return! If you're visiting Salvador and want a luxurious yet authentic experience, I wholeheartedly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul 2025
My mom, sister, and I had an amazing eight-day stay at Hotel Grande de Barra. From the moment we arrived, we felt so welcomed and cared for. Every single staff member was helpful, attentive, and genuinely kind, which made our experience even more special especially since we don’t speak the native language. The kitchen staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and well-fed. They were so accommodating and warm that it truly touched us.
Our room was spacious and clean, and anything we needed was handled promptly and with care. The personalized service made it hard to say goodbye, not just to the city, but to the hotel itself. It felt like leaving family.
The hotel is not only beautiful and well-kept, but it’s also in the perfect location just steps away from two stunning beaches, close to great restaurants, and only a short drive to the main attractions in Bahia.
Without a doubt, anytime I return to this area, I will always stay at Hotel Grande de Barra. The people, the views, the location, it’s all unforgettable.
Minha mãe, minha irmã e eu tivemos uma experiência incrível durante os oito dias em que ficamos no Hotel Grande de Barra. Desde o momento em que chegámos, sentimos-nos bem-vindas e cuidadas. Todos os funcionários foram prestáveis, atenciosos e genuinamente simpáticos, o que tornou a nossa estadia ainda mais especial — especialmente por não falarmos a língua nativa. A equipa da cozinha foi incrível: foram tão acolhedores e disponíveis que ficámo
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8/10 Very good
16 Jul 2026
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. Overall, not sure I would stay there again for the price. It didn’t quite feel worth the amount we paid for it.
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Feb 2026
The location was excellent. The staff was very personable and helpfull (out of the way helpfull). Will definitely use this hotel if ever traveling to salvador again