The owner Marcos and the team at Estrella do Mar are very customer-focused. I had such a great time and I was very comfortable there. It is also centrally located and it is an ideal place to stay whether you want to relax in the local area or venture outwards to the surrounding towns. An added bonus is that the pousada is literally on the beach front. There is a lovely beach promenade. The beach is literally across the road. The area is safe, has many tourists but obviously one still needs to be observant and to remain vigilant. To be honest, I would only stay there. It's excellent value, breakfast is a feast and the staff are extremely helpful. Last but not least ....is the friendly and adorable puppy named Zulema. I am a cat-lover but even I bonded with Zulema (the other guests appeared to love her too). I plan to visit and stay there again soon. I would encourage you to do the same...but don't tell everyone because Pousada Estella do Mar is such a great gem... could you imagine if the whole world heard about this place... there would be no space for everyone! Fantastic value!! Check it out. You won't be sorry :-)

To be honest ...it was perfect for my needs.

Spacious room and large bathroom with plenty of hot water, good AC, and excellent location in the heart of Barra. Near many restaurants, shopping, bars, and a few blocks from the beach. The continental breakfast is a nice feature with fruit, eggs, breads, jam/butter, juice and coffee. I liked the open air feeling of the breakfast room.

The internet can be a bit unstable. It would be nice to have a desk in the room to be able to do some work on the laptop.

I loved the staff: helpful, friendly, nice. The papaya juice for breakfast was amazing. Poisada estrela do Mar is a fantastic place to explore Barra and its great beaches.

A lovely Pousada in a great location in Salvador close to the beach. The hotel is peaceful with friendly staff and a generous breakfast. We really enjoyed our stay!

Our room was a bit dark because it didn’t have an outward window. Otherwise it was great.

wonderful stay at a wonderful place! It really felt like home. Very friendly staff, nice breakfast, cute and beautiful building… perfectly situated! strongest recommendation!

Very great breakfast, where good fruit was always included.

The location and the staff

Well run, with pleasant staff and good breakfasts.

Noisy plumbing.

cosy place and super friendly and helpful stuff. the possibility to take a shower even after check out is a must!! thanks.

all good

Excellent and safe location in Barra. Cosy and full of charm. Tasty and plantyfull breakfast.