Horto Florestal Travel Guide
Salvador
Visit Horto Florestal
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
Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Tour Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica by Salvador Receptivo
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Top hotels in Horto Florestal
Sotero Hotel
Rede Andrade Barra
It was very close to the beach and restaurant. The breakfast was good and the hot water from the shower was excellent. My only concern was the TV and Internet wasn't working well.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
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
Rede Andrade Express
An average place to stay for a night or two
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024
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
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
Other neighbourhoods around Horto Florestal
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.
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.
Ondina
Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.
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.
Salvador Centro
If you're spending some time in Salvador Centro, Castro Alves Square and Lacerda Elevator are top sights worth seeing.
