Crossing the threshold of Albergue das Laranjeiras was a relief after running the gauntlet of touts and beggars in the Pelourinho.

As part of the Hostel International network the hostel was really well run and secure. The rooms (we stayed in two different double rooms) were really spacious with hammocks and air conditioning. Only downside was lack of net or other protection from biting insects.

Lots of information was available about things to do in Salvador and tours. The hostel is right in the centre of the beautiful Pelourinho which we would have enjoyed a lot if it were not for the constant and relentless harassment that we experienced the second (that is not an exaggeration) that we stepped out the door until the second we went back at night.

Breakfast was not great but did the job. more