Pousada Des Arts

“Charming small hotel with great food and views”

A beautiful colourful facade reveals an even more colourful, charming and cosy interior. Built in the style of a Mediterranean patio you'll find the rooms upstairs and the common areas with library, sofa lounges and restaurant on the ground floor. Our room faced the small cobblestone street and had… more

A beautiful colourful facade reveals an even more colourful, charming and cosy interior. Built in the style of a Mediterranean patio you'll find the rooms upstairs and the common areas with library, sofa lounges and restaurant on the ground floor. Our room faced the small cobblestone street and had everything we needed (bathroom, fridge, AC, wifi). It was calm at night. The breakfast was spectacular. A rich buffet with lots of delicious exotic surprises to the European taste. The view onto the bay was fantastic. Located on a narrow cobblestone street on the northern end of the old town, you'll find most sights within walking range. It's a 15 minutes walk to the escalator with small supermarkets and banks on the way. Down there by the harbour you'll find boats and tour operators to the beaches of Morro de Sao Paulo. If you want to leave the old town you should take a cab. We found the surrounding neighbourhoods pretty dangerous. Pousada de Arts recommends a very nice and reliable driver (Miró) We may want to come back:)

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“Amazing stay in Old Salvador”

This pousada is located in a typically Salvador neighbourhood. The building itself is to wow visitors. It feels like you will live in a Bahiana house for a short time. That includes breakfast which will give you a taste of the local morning cuisine. We had a balcony sea view and did enjoy it. The s… more

This pousada is located in a typically Salvador neighbourhood. The building itself is to wow visitors. It feels like you will live in a Bahiana house for a short time. That includes breakfast which will give you a taste of the local morning cuisine. We had a balcony sea view and did enjoy it. The sunsets are beautiful and unforgettable. The staff are second to none. They are so friendly, considerate and helpful. You know you’re in Bahia. My most heartfelt thank you to the kitchen and reception staff who are absolute sweethearts.

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“A small hotel which is quirky but really nice to stay at”

I chose this hotel in Salvador because of its location, its price and the good reviews it had received. First, the hotel is in an excellent location if you want to roam around Pelourinho (as most tourists do). The décor and appearance is very different from any hotel I have ever stayed in. It h… more

I chose this hotel in Salvador because of its location, its price and the good reviews it had received. First, the hotel is in an excellent location if you want to roam around Pelourinho (as most tourists do). The décor and appearance is very different from any hotel I have ever stayed in. It has vivid colours everywhere and even more during carnival time! The room we had was on the top floor…carrying our MANY heavy cases up and down was a task in the heat but not something that bothered me at all. I loved the hotel appearance. For me, quirky is good. It was clean and the air conditioning worked well. There was no tv in the room but again, not something that bothered me; I’d never use it. The internet connection was good and was reliable. There was a mini bar and for the first time ever (I think) I consumed drinks from it because they were so reasonably priced. I NEVER drink minibar drinks because I consider them to be extortionate but these were very well priced. The breakfast was really nice. It’s set out in a room downstairs with a view across the sea. It was delightful. And, the staff cooking and preparing breakfast were happy and helpful. That is true of the staff on reception also who helped us with many things. This hotel is not a flashy, ultra-modern hotel with all the trimmings. If that is the sort of place you like then you will probably not find Pousada des Arts as enjoyable as we did. I honestly don’t have any negative things to say about the hotel and especially not when you take into account the price. If I had to find one criticism it would be this (and I am really trying hard to fine one): believe it or not, wandering around reception and the sort of ‘relaxation area’ were two tortoises. Now, that didn’t bother me and in fact it made me smile. I loved watching them walking around. So, the only criticism I could possibly make is that the hotel should just mention these in its description/notes because someone may have a phobia or dislike tortoises (its possible) and book and receive a surprise. I guess the likelihood of that happening is very very slim since it probably hasn’t happened yet because you would expect such an event to cause the hotel owners to thereafter make mention ahead of time. I really liked this place.

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“Colouful and welcoming!”

We spent 2 days and one night here. The building is over 350 years old and is beautifully decorated and colourful. Our room was #1 on the second floor facing the back of the building. It was large (canopy bed with mosquito netting) with twin beds and a large bathroom. Best of all was the large pr… more

We spent 2 days and one night here. The building is over 350 years old and is beautifully decorated and colourful. Our room was #1 on the second floor facing the back of the building. It was large (canopy bed with mosquito netting) with twin beds and a large bathroom. Best of all was the large private outdoor patio with chairs, mini fridge, hammock and small eating table with 2 chairs - all large enough for a family. The view of the ocean and port were wonderful. It's not called Pousada Des Arts for nothing - it's fully of beautiful, lively art and a pleasure to spend time in.

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