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Pestana Convento do Carmo

Salvador, Brazil

A 5 Stars hotel, Pelourinho

The Convento do Carmo in Pelourinho district has long been witness to a number of historical events since it was built in 1586 under the orders of the First Order of Carmelite Friars. Run by the Pousadas de Portugal group, it has the distinction of being Brazil’s first luxury hotel. Its elegant architecture, artistic decorations combine well with the available modern amenities. The hotel has seventy nine luxurious guest rooms that have all the modern amenities like air conditioning, TV, telephones etc. The hotel also boasts a world-class restaurant, coffee shop, bar, pool , fitness center ,spa , library ,music room, meeting rooms, as well as a museum and church

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Pestana Convento Do Carmo is sure to appeal to the tourists intrigued by the history of the Brazilian city of Salvador. Originally built a monastery in the year 1586 by the order of Carmelite Friars, this hotel has witnessed key historical events through the years and was the first historic cum luxury hotel of Brazil.

The hotel is located in the district of Pelourinho right at the heart of the cultural center of Salvador close to the Bay of all Saints and happens to be the perfect holiday destination especially for couples of all ages who would like to spend some quality time together at a place with a charming history. The hotel’s USP is that it has very beautifully integrated history with all the modern amenities to provide its guests with a memorable experience.

Travelers can choose from a total of 79 Room and luxury suites that give a feel of an old monastery to the visitor. The rooms consist of king size beds along with a set of three seater sofas. All 79 guest rooms are provided with air conditioners, telephones, 24 hour room service, LCD televisions with cable connections, Digital safe, Radio, Minibar and also 24 hour free of cost high speed internet. The rooms are very elegantly furnished with wooden floors and authentic Egyptian linen for the beds and bathrooms.

Conventual which is the evening hotel restaurant offers the delicious Portugese cuisine and to go with it guests are offered a very carefully selected wine selection. Live Brazilian music also forms part of the dinner for the guest’s entertainment. A pool side bar is also fully functional and serves varied alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks – a must while you are relaxing in the beautiful open swimming pool. Annexed right next to the hotel is a beautiful old church which adds to the historic feel of the whole place and is a popular tourist spot. Visitors can also spend time reading books in the hotel library or just relaxing in the hotel lounge Descobrimento. L’occitane offers exclusive massages at the spa along with a chance to give rest to your body in the Saunas and Jacuzzi. A fitness center with all types of machines has also been established at the hotel and can be used by all guests within the club timings.

The hotel also offers special concierge services to plan your day and one could even opt for the special Salvador tour bus. Pestana Convento Do Carmo with its historic feel along with the customer sensitive service proves to be the perfect abode for leisure tourists looking to spend some time in peace away from the hustle and bustle of Salvador.