Engenho Velho da Federacao

Salvador

Photo by Paul Burley
Photo by Paul Burley

Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach showing a lighthouse, night scenes and general coastal views

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.

Farol da Barra Beach
Praia do Forte 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.

Praia do Forte Beach
Salvador which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Flamengo Beach

Visit this idyllic sun-soaked coastline to swim in pristine waters, spot tropical sea life and explore a nearby ecological reserve.

Flamengo Beach
Porto da Barra Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a sandy 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.

Porto da Barra Beach
Guarajuba Beach

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.

Guarajuba Beach
Lacerda Elevator

Lacerda Elevator

You can find out about the history of Salvador with a visit to Lacerda Elevator. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Lacerda Elevator

Things to do

Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

S$31
per adult
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

S$41
per adult
From Salvador: Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Salvador Cultural Treasure Samba de Roda

Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Samba

S$50
per adult
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Samba
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Drumming

Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Drumming

S$50
per adult
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Drumming
Schooner Island Tour

Schooner Island Tour - Dos Frades & Itaparica

S$72
per adult
Schooner Island Tour - Dos Frades & Itaparica
Praia Do Forte and Guarajuba Beach Tour

Praia Do Forte and Guarajuba Beach Tour

S$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Praia Do Forte and Guarajuba Beach Tour
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Top hotels in Engenho Velho da Federacao

Sotero Hotel

Sotero Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rua Dr. José Peroba 97 - Stiep, Salvador, Bahia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$84 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$84
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 5 Aug, 2025

Sotero Hotel
Rede Andrade Barra

Rede Andrade Barra

3 out of 5
Avenida Sete De Setembro 3577 - Porto Da, Salvador, BA
The price is S$47 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
S$47
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,586 reviews)
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"Great hotel. Right at beach front and restaurants and shops and very safe. The room was clean and house keeping was very accessible and helpful. However you should really, really, really invest on purchasing mattress sheets with the elastic bands the grab the mattress. What is up with using regular ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Rede Andrade Barra
Rede Andrade Riviera Premium

Rede Andrade Riviera Premium

3 out of 5
Av. Amaralina, 885, Amaralina, Salvador, BA
The price is S$32 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
S$32
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,127 reviews)
"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

Rede Andrade Riviera Premium
Rede Concept Hotel Salvador

Rede Concept Hotel Salvador

3.5 out of 5
1207 Rua Doutor Augusto Lopes, Stiep, Salvador, BA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Salvador Shopping Mall and Farol da Barra ...
7.6/10 Good! (818 reviews)
"A equipe do hotel é comprometida com o bem estar dos hóspedes e fazem o possível para a comodidade e bem estar. O café da manhã é excelente para o estilo buffet brasileiro. Por outro lado, as instalações do hotel precisam de urgente atenção. São paredes sujas, com mofo, roupa de cama e toalhas velhas ..."

Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2021

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Rede Concept Hotel Salvador
Rede Andrade Express

Rede Andrade Express

3.5 out of 5
Rua Conde da Castanheira, 269, Amaralina, Salvador, BA
The price is S$32 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
S$32
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"An average place to stay for a night or two"

Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2024

Rede Andrade Express
Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Av. Luís Viana Filho, 13145, Salvador, BA
The price is S$59 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
S$59
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Flamengo Beach and Salvador ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (494 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel in an area that is accessible to the beaches and not to far from the heart of Salvador."

Reviewed on 21 Jul, 2025

Best Western Salvador Hangar Aeroporto
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Other neighbourhoods around Engenho Velho da Federacao

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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.

Rio Vermelho
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Ondina

Ondina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ondina Beach and Salvador Zoo.

Ondina
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Graça

If you're spending some time in Graça, Circuito de Cinema - Sala de Arte and Carlos Costa Pinto Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Graça
Fonte Nova Stadium featuring a park, a lake or waterhole and a statue or sculpture

Nazaré

You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Nazaré. You might want to make time for a stop at Arena Fonte Nova or Dique do Tororo.

Nazaré
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Amaralina

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Amaralina. You might want to make time for a stop at Amaralina Beach or Pituba Beach.

Amaralina
Farol da Barra Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a sunset

Barra

Barra is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Barra Shopping Mall or Farol da Barra Beach.

Barra

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