I decided to stay there at last moment and did a walk in. Why I do not know, the front desk staff did everything to make it absolutely clear that I was not welcome. I took them more than half an hour to check me in. They must have a very sophisticated IT system: at a certain point, 3 staff... More

This hotel had great views of the ocean but no direct ocean access and was quite a ways from where all the activity in Salvador was happening. I would not choose it again. Front desk service was very slow. The room was nice, very clean and up to date. The pool was nice but hard to see the ocean when... More

I have been guested at the Pestana in early August 2009, just for a week-end (Friday to Sunday), at the Lodge (which is the newest part of the hotel, just on the top of the hill. The Lodge has not "rooms" but real apartments, with an entrance, an American kitchen with a large living room, two bathrooms and a very... More

The older hotel is really embarassing, such a beautiful and well located hotel but no investment has been done. Nowadays the hotel is mostly used for events and congresses, very few rooms have been refurbished and no one can handle carpet in this heat! The Lodge on the other hand is another story. Recently opened it has a beautiful pool,... More

Unfortunately, the hotel is in a terrible state of disrepair. The location is excellent for Salvador and that is the only reason I rate this hotel with One star. In January of 2010 I stayed in this hotel for 15 days and the hotel condition and service has worsened significantly since then. The reader can review my previous comments on... More

The hotel building is old and needs refurbishing. There is restoration work but much of the hotel has not been renewed yet. The pool has such obvious signs of problems. But all these problems are offset by stunning views of the bay. And the staff is very friendly and efficient. More

We stayed at this hotel because of a conference. When first entering the lodge our words were Wow. This low built complex is certainly impressive. The main living area has a kitchen, small bathroom and huge seating area with a large flat screen television. The bedroom is equally large with the biggest bed we have ever slept in, good quality... More

Pestana Bahia hotel stands on a mount not near the center of Bahia. It is clear the hotel has had better times. It needs refurbishing. Rooms are big and the bathroom was ok, but general amenities were poor. It is not in the center of Bahia, and you always need a taxi to move around. The service at the restaurant... More

The hotel is next the downtown and the view of the bay is incredible. The room are very good size, and from the swimming pool, you 've a amazing view of the city. The food is good, but nothing special... All in all, it's a nice place. More