Pousada Do Pilar 

The Pilar Pelourinho Pousada hotel in Salvador fits the “heritage” image of Brazil, as it is a building that dates from the end of the 19th century. Despite complete renovation, the original cultural and historic charm has remained an integral part of the hotel. With specific portions of walls left intact, the structure presents a wonderful ambience of the old and the new.

The 3-star Pilar Pelourinho Pousada hotel in Salvador has to be commended for its reasonable pricing and comfortable rooms. It overlooks the famed Bay of Todos Santos, and is next to the 18th-century Convento do Carmo. Travel 20 km in a taxi or hired car from the Salvador International Airport, and you are there.

In total, there are 12 huge rooms that are air-conditioned and well-lighted. An elevator/lift permits free mobility within the premises. Room service is provided by staff that speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese. The décor is traditionally rustic with earthy-toned furnishings, but the amenities are all modern. The en suite bathroom comes with a bath or shower, according to your choice. There is a hair dryer too. Other comforts include a direct dial telephone, mini bar with refrigerator, color television, coffee/tea maker, safe deposit box, alarm clock radio and work desk with table lamp. Whenever you feel the need, you may opt to control the air condition, or just enjoy the fresh air on your private terrace/balcony.

The staff at the Front Desk is on duty 24 hours. There are special facilities for the disabled too, apart from other services like concierge, laundry, ironing, wake-up call, daily housekeeping, foreign currency exchange, and safe deposit boxes at the reception center. There is even a doctor/nurse on call, all ready with a first-aid kit.

The breakfast room with its attached open-air terrace is the best place to relax. View Salvador’s waterfront as you eat. Feast on hot and cold dishes, as well as regional cakes every morning, buffet style. And if you feel like downing a few drinks in the evening, feel free to return here. There is no on-site restaurant for other meals.

The Pilar Pelourinho Pousada hotel provides a separate reading room, as well as wireless Internet services. There are facilities to play board games or similar relaxing games. The in-house massage service is for pampering your tired muscles.

Guidance regarding distant sightseeing is provided by the 24-hour Tour Desk. Of course, the first place on your itinerary should be the famous Historic Center with its colonial monuments. The main square is just ten minutes away from the hotel. There are beautiful churches in the area too. Other forms of entertainment include—shopping malls, beaches and a bustling nightlife.