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Brazil's third most populous city, and former capital, is now the capital of Bahia state. Renowned for its African-influenced cuisine, music and architecture, Salvador is known as "the Capital of... more » Brazil's third most populous city, and former capital, is now the capital of Bahia state. Renowned for its African-influenced cuisine, music and architecture, Salvador is known as "the Capital of Joy," because of its exuberant week-long Carnaval celebrations, Brazil's largest. Divided into two distinct sections by an escarpment, the city offers beaches ideal for swimming and diving. Inlets with great surfing waves beckon nearby, and rolling hills and mountains provide a backdrop to the city. « less

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“Great view outdated rooms”

Pestana Bahia Hotel

3 of 5 stars
happytravels132
stockholm
20 Nov 2009

The view of the ocean is tremendous the staff very helpful and friendly. But a 5 star hotel it is not. It might have been a five star in the 1970s but not much has been refurbished since then it...more

“I miss Cocoon Design Hotel!”

Hotel Cocoon

5 of 5 stars
JasonMilano
milano
18 Nov 2009

....Usually when I travel I use to stay in design Hotels.....and the hotel Cocoon looks like something people looks for....it has all to live life abundantly....receiving from the staff all the...more

“Great tidy, clean, little friendly place, fantastic breakfasts”

Pousada Baluarte

5 of 5 stars
StuartinFiji
Suva, Fiji
18 Nov 2009

Checked out a number of pousadas online and Zelina got back to me within minutes and hours! We arrived late at night (about 12.30am) and she arranged an airport pick up (flawless) and we came out of...more

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