I booked a regular suite but unfortunately they lead onto the carpark and the windows don't close properly. You need to book a sea suite to enjoy the soothing noise of the waves and enjoy great views. The breakfast is nice and the pool is very nice as it enjoys views of the ocean.

This place has a nice view, right on the ocean and a nice pool overlooking it. The room was a great size too. However, I paid for a suite and ended up with a really dated and horrible bathroom which I didn't expect. That did drag down my assessment of the place a lot.

Very well located, literally above the sea waves. Friendly staff. Free continental breakfast. Gorgeous pool with bar service. The spacious rooms are very clean but my minibar was empty and the pillows have seen better days. You still have to pay for internet access in this day and age.

I consider this hotel rather average. It is quite big and at a first glimpse looks quite ok inside. If you look closer, however, you will find mould allover the hotel. This is not uncommon in rather tropical areas and close to the sea but you would not expect this in a hotel of this class. There is also a... More

Vila Gale is not what you can call a beautiful hotel. In fact, the building is rather ugly... But it's well located, very well in fact, and has a charming little swimming pool by the seaside walk. The rooms are ok, nothing much, but perfectly cleaned and comfortable. The internet connection is fast. Way fast! But the best this hotel... More

We stayed at the property overnight for the convenience of not having to drive directly to the coastal resort where we would spend two weeks.  The Hotel in itself is adequate and well appointed. Had stayed at the same property in 2003, when it was under a different brand, since then, having had renovation and taken over by a Portuguese... More

Hotel is located in Ondina neighborhood, which has no tourist attractions or good restaurants (for that, def try Rio Vermelho or Pelourinho). Also there's no usable beach nearby (for that, try Barra neighborhood or stay outskirts Salvador, like Praia do Forte, Flamengo or Imbassaí) From Ondina You'll need taxi for everything, theres nothing within walking distance from here. But if... More

After the hustle and bustle of Rio beachfront hotels, Vila Gale Salvador was a very nice change. I selected this hotel after reading tons of reviews on Trip Adivsor before I went. This hotel is located in a residential neighborhood, in a dead-end street. Nice and quiet. It is small - 8 floors - compared to many. I particularly liked... More

Well located near main attractions, nice and espacious rooms (which I loved!), breakfast with a good choice of fruits, breads, hot meals, and local food (for me was almost lunch all together!). Pool is small for the size of the hotel but was never crowded, so was not a problem. Pool bar has very nice employees, who made really good... More