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Vila Gale Salvador

4.5 star property
Oceanfront relaxation awaits at this beachside retreat where travelers enjoy poolside lounging, Portuguese dining, and rejuvenating massage treatments

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Vila Gale Salvador on Farol da Barra Beach offers a coastal getaway with a breakfast buffet and a pool with sun loungers. The property includes an on-site shopping mall, and the Versátil restaurant and attentive staff consistently impress visitors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Family Apartment

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Suíte Superior

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Barra, a neighbourhood in Salvador, Vila Gale Salvador is in the entertainment district and by the ocean. Lacerda Elevator and Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Farol da Barra Beach and Porto da Barra Beach. Federal University of Bahia and Mercado Modelo are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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What's nearby

  • Ondina Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Barra Shopping Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hill of Christ - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Farol da Barra Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Porto da Barra Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Campo da Pólvora Station - 13 min drive
  • Salvador (SSA-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Versátil - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar A Boneca Cobiçada - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mcdonald’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Alfredo’Ro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantina Volpi - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Vila Gale Salvador

Luxury hotel near Farol da Barra Beach
Located close to Federal University of Bahia and Porto da Barra Beach, Vila Gale Salvador provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. The on-site Portuguese cuisine restaurant, Versátil, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a shopping centre on-site and a garden.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Swimming pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an outdoor pool and a banquet hall
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and a gift shop
  • 7 meeting rooms, luggage storage and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 224 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (BRL 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar do Lobby
  • Bar Piscina
  • Versátil

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping centre
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: BRL 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information.
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Vila Gale Hotel Salvador
Vila Gale Salvador
Vila Gale Salvador Bahia, Brazil
Vila Gale Salvador Hotel
Vila Gale
Vila Gale Salvador Hotel
Vila Gale Salvador Salvador
Vila Gale Salvador Hotel Salvador

Frequently asked questions

Does Vila Gale Salvador have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Gale Salvador?

As of 15 Jan, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Gale Salvador on 4 Feb, 2026 start from S$139.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Vila Gale Salvador pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Vila Gale Salvador?

Self-parking is available for BRL 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Vila Gale Salvador?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vila Gale Salvador?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Vila Gale Salvador located?

Located in Barra, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Farol da Barra Beach, Federal University of Bahia and Porto da Barra Beach. Mercado Modelo and Lacerda Elevator are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Vila Gale Salvador Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful place, clean friendly!!! Outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inayat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Great views of the ocean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

wander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the place very clean and great staff
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations a short walk to all the attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fritz e

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with access to a nice beach, beautiful pool and expansive views from the suites
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

The hotel is great the staff is friendly and very polite, The rooms are great and spacious. I had a wonderful time at this hotel I would recommend to anybody to stay at this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views and quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly the food was excellent, the room was very clean i have no complaints
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked how close this was the Barra Mall and Beach. The breakfast was included which made it even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for the ocean view. The property is older, but the location, beach, pool, and the restaurant were wonderful and the staff very helpful and courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Amenities
Excellent views! Peaceful pool!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than expected

Very clean and spacious hotel.. amazing breakfast and services.. good location.. staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent but the room and bathroom need more maintenance
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dated.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast and the hospitable staff. The location was perfect to access Carnival. Lots of security and felt safe. If you're a light sleeper, you'll hear Carnival music in your room until 6am daily. Lol.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service is terrible. Paid for dinner at the hotel and could not get service. 5 tables in the entire restaurant, 3-4 servers working , a bus boy and a bartender. Had to walk around and find a server to get drinks. This is a really low end buffet and even with it being a buffet the people were more worried about being on their phones and talking among themselves. Tried to change currency at the dsk and they charged a really high fee. It was about 12%. Room was clean but not very nice. We stayed at 3 Vila Gale hotels on this trip and they all charged differently, one added a 10% addition “service fee” at checkout. They said it was to recoup the 10% Expedia charged them for making the booking. Avoid Vile Gale properties!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not feel unsafe but warned to be careful. No beach access
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Reginald

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is old and sorely in the need of renovation! The toilet back up and was full of fecal matter and we had to move to another room. The other room looks like it had not been renovated for 40 years. They had rugs on the floor that were dirty and smelled like feet. Nobody! Not a single staff member could speak anything other than Portuguese! The only good thing was the breakfast, but it was overcrowded!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very respectful, helpful, knowledgeable, kind, and patient. There was a language barrier, so I could not use the phone in my room. The front desk staff used a translation service on their cell phones to assist me. They even assisted me with one issue that had nothing to do with the hotel. They were available to me every day for assistance. I felt I was calling on them too often, but they insisted on helping me. All the other staff was also excellent...room cleaners, restaurant, front door, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

victor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is old. The staff did not speak any english so we had to translate everything. The room had no view and that was one of the reasons we chose the hotel. The food was not great. They did not accommodate a request to change rooms. The room had a smell to it that we had to endure during the stay. I do not recommend this hotel if you want to have a great experience in Salvador.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024