Best hotels in Salvador
Wish Hotel da Bahia
Avenida Sete de Setembro 1537, Salvador, State of Bahia 40080-001
Enjoy valet parking, a free stay for the kids, and soundproof rooms in this relaxing hotel. You’re just a stone’s throw away from attractions such as Basílica e Santuário Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Praia and Basilica Cathedral.
Monte Pascoal Praia Hotel
Avenida Oceânica, 591 - Barra, Salvador - BA, 40170-010
The beach is your backyard here, with an indoor play area for the kids too. Breakfast is free, so you can indulge in Brazilian delights as a perfect way to start your day. You can even get a quick sweat on in the gym to stay in shape during your travels.
Hotel Deville Prime Salvador
Rua Passargada No Number, Salvador, State of Bahia 41620-430
Kick your feet and enjoy the air-conditioned rooms, to help keep things cool during the summer months. If you’re celebrating your honeymoon here, there’s a bridal suite designed especially for newlyweds.
Best restaurants in Salvador
Camarada Camarão Salvador Shopping
Avenida Centenário 2992 Chame-chame, Salvador, State of Bahia 40140-902
Brazil has a delightful gastronomic scene, and this restaurant is well-known for its seafood offering. The chain has restaurants in multiple locations throughout the country, including two in Salvador. Enjoy the likes of grilled shrimp skewers, acarajezinho, and salmon tartare.
Di Liana
Rua Macapa 314 Ondina, Salvador, State of Bahia 40170-150
There’s a whole host of other cuisines from around the world represented in Salvador too, including this Italian bistro. With generous portions and a vibrant setting, you’re sure to tantalize your tastebuds. There’s also a good amount of vegetarian options for those on a plant-based diet.
La Pulperia - Parrilla Argentina
Rua Novo Horizonte 39 Ladeira do Acupe, Salvador, State of Bahia 40290-735
They may be big rivals in football, but Argentinians and Brazilians do have one thing in common – a love of steak. Enjoy the grilled culinary delights done in the neighbouring country’s way. Outdoor seating lets you eat in the sunshine.
Best things to do in Salvador
Elevador Lacerda
Praça Tomé de Souza, S/N - Centro, Salvador - BA, 40020-000
Seeming like a lift to the heavens, this 73.5-meter-high elevator takes you from the bottom part of the city to the top. Once you get up there, you can enjoy the gorgeous panoramic vistas of the city’s skyline. The city is known as the two-story city, the elevator is a link between the two levels.
Pelourinho
This historic corner neighbourhood is decorated with colourful buildings and major attractions such as the Church of the Rosary of the Black People. The architecture is a reminder of Brazil’s colonial past. It’s often cited as being a ‘city within a city’, there’s cobblestone streets, eateries, cafes and much more here.
Joventino Silva City Park
Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, s/n - Itaigara, Salvador - BA, 41815-420
Enjoy lush green space with the whole family. Stretch your legs and enjoy a nice stroll whilst breathing in the fresh scents of the local flora. Whether picnicking or strolling, the park is a great asset to the city, offering green spaces for its residents and visitors.
There we have it, everything you need if you’re planning a visit to Salvador – hire a car and explore the Brazilian city now in your Hertz EV.