Costa Azul Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Praia do Forte Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Praia do Forte Beach, a popular beach in Mata de São João. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Farol da Barra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Farol da Barra Beach during your travels in Salvador? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Guarajuba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Guarajuba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Camaçari.

Porto da Barra Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Porto da Barra Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Salvador. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's live music.

Flamengo Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Flamengo Beach during your travels in Salvador? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Salvador Shopping Mall
During your visit to Salvador, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salvador Shopping Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Top hotels in Costa Azul

Sotero Hotel
Air conditioner was horrible, there was an awful sewage smell in one of the rooms. I tried to notify it at the lobby but no one even intended to greet us or ask if we needed anything so we left. Very unhelpful staff. Extreme heat even in the hallways and elevator. Only one disabled parking spot in ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador
We very much enjoyed our stay! There were a few issues but overall, well worth the value. The staff, especially those who spoke English were very kind and helpful. If lounging by the pool is important to you, please know that the chairs by the pool are dated and in uncomfortable condition. Other ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
The bathroom sink was clogged.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
There was little to no cleaning of the room from staff, the power went out with no way for us to get into our room and the night staff member didnt have our keycard eventhough we left it with the day staff. Eventhough he did a good job managing things, he was on his own dealing with the majority. ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Rede Andrade Bahia
We went on the cheap as we were only going to be there for 7 hours. It was what we expected, pictures always look better. They have a nice free breakfast and it was close to bus station we were leaving from the next morning.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions
Facility is big but nicely laid out, clean room and great staff. Swimming pool water temperature got very high, they really should invest in water cooling system because the beach is not that great with rocky bottom.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Costa Azul

Armacao
Armacao is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Armação Beach and Jardim de Alah Beach.

Pituba
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Pituba. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Vila Jardim dos Namorados.

Caminho das Arvores
Caminho das Arvores is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shopping da Bahia and Salvador Shopping Mall.

Amaralina
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Amaralina. You might want to make time for a stop at Pituba Beach or Amaralina Beach.

Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Rio Vermelho
Unique features of Rio Vermelho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Paciencia Beach or Rio Vermelho Beach while you're exploring the area.
