Coutos Travel Guide
Salvador
Popular places to visit
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.
Praia do Forte Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Praia do Forte Beach during your travels in Mata de São João? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
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.
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.
Flamengo Beach
Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.
Things to do
Praia Do Forte & Guarajuba Beach Day Trip
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Tour Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica by Salvador Receptivo
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Top hotels in Coutos
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
Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
If you're looking for a place to stay right after arriving in Salvador, this is a great place! I landed around 2:30am, and I was still able to check in. The room was small but clean. The air conditioning worked, and the place was quiet! However, the bathroom really could use a deep cleaning. The ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Rede Andrade Ondina Hotel
Sotero Hotel
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
Rede Andrade Express
An average place to stay for a night or two
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Coutos
Pelourinho
Unique features of Pelourinho include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Cathedral of Salvador or São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador while you're exploring the area.
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.
São Cristóvão
If you're spending some time in São Cristóvão, Salvador Norte Shopping and Parque das Dunas are top sights worth seeing.
Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Lacerda Elevator and São Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador are top sights worth seeing.
Brotas
Travellers like the parks in Brotas, and Dique do Tororo is a top attraction you might want to visit.
