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
Swim in refreshing water, visit an historic lighthouse, try water sports and admire the magnificent sunsets at this popular urban beach.
Porto da Barra Beach
Soak up the year-round sun, marvel at glorious sunsets, people watch and visit ancient landmarks at this busy city beach, which overlooks the Bay of All Saints.
Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.
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.
Arena Fonte Nova
Attend soccer matches, watch sellout performances by world-famous musicians and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour at this 50,000-plus capacity arena.
Things to do
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Top hotels in Costa Azul
Sotero Hotel
Lovely staff , nice room and a good pool
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador
The stay didn't disappoint! Great amenities, helpful staff, nice breakfast. Will surely stay another time!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Smart Costa Azul by VLV Stays
Gostei de tudo, lugar excelente perto de tudo, bom acesso, qualidade excelente, perfeito. Recomendo a todos que queiram viajar com família ou sozinhos.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good.
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
Friendly staff, however the building itself felt dated and not particularly clean (we had a number of bugs in our room).
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions
The room was clean,the staff was friendly
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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.
Boca do Rio
Travellers like the beaches in Boca do Rio, and Boca do Rio Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
