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Vila Gale Salvador

Property class: 4.5

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A view through a window with a clear sky and calm sea.
A poolside view with a clear blue pool, a sandy beach, and rocky coastline.
A lobby with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, large windows, and a person walking.
A dining area with tables set for four, large windows with a view of palm trees and the sea, and a red pendant light above the tables.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the sea through the window.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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Rua Morro do Escravo Miguel 320, Ondina, Salvador, BA, 41700 000
  • Place, Hill of Christ
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Farol da Barra Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Barra Shopping Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salvador (SSA-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Apartment

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk, and a chair. There are large windows with curtains, and a lamp on the bedside table.

Family Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Apartamento Vista Mar

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a view of the ocean.

Apartamento Vista Mar

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Suíte Superior

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Suíte Superior

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Apartamento **

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a window with a city view.

Apartamento **

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for APARTAMENTO VISTA MAR **

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a view of the sea through large windows.

APARTAMENTO VISTA MAR **

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Apartamento

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Apartamento

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 10

Room

  • Sleeps 10

Room

  • Sleeps 10

About the area

Salvador

A luxury stay in Salvador awaits you at Vila Gale Salvador. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find Farol da Barra Beach and Federal University of Bahia. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The restaurant, Versátil, serves Portuguese cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar do Lobby is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the gym, sauna and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Barra hotel include Shopping da Bahia and Mercado Modelo.

What's nearby

  • Ondina Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hill of Christ - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Farol da Barra Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Barra Shopping Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Federal University of Bahia - 6 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Retiro Station - 11 min drive
  • Salvador (SSA-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caranguejo de Ondina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Versátil - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Healthy - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Empório Coisas de Minas - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar A Boneca Cobiçada - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Vila Gale Salvador

Vila Gale Salvador offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 7 meeting rooms. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Vila Gale Salvador. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Salvador hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 224 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Vila Gale Salvador offers 224 accommodations with minibars and a safe. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Salvador hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: BRL 25 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 04.027.102/0001-51

We should mention

  • At check-in, parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with a photo (for example, a passport). For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, the parent 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. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to travelling for more information.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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

Is parking available at Vila Gale Salvador?

Yep, Vila Gale Salvador has a covered self car park for BRL 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Gale Salvador on 2 Nov 2026 start from NZ$189, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Vila Gale Salvador?

Yep, Vila Gale Salvador is a short 14-minute walk from Farol da Barra Beach.

Does Vila Gale Salvador have a pool?

Vila Gale Salvador has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Vila Gale Salvador serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vila Gale Salvador?

No, Vila Gale Salvador does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Vila Gale Salvador?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Portuguese cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Vila Gale Salvador?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Vila Gale Salvador?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Vila Gale Salvador Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, love the view and the sound of the surf. The free breakfast in the morning was very good!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very nice location and amenities. Room smelled humid
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was wonderful! Many varieties of breads, cakes and fruits. Tapioca and couscous made to order!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice room - beautiful views - great staff - good location. good food but restaurant service was a bit poor. gym could use an upgrade - the equipment is old and doesn't work
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent from staff to facilities! Vitoria the reception manager was wonderful!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very bad conditions, dirty and rude staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

2/10 Terrible

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hotel antigo com móveis antigos colchão velho, quarto cheirando a mofo, chuveiro fraco pelo valor deveria ser melhor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Englannin kielen taito puuttui henkilökunnalta kokonaan ja se on ehdoton edellytys osata jokaisella hotelli- ja ravintolalla työskentelevällä.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel bem localizado, próximo ao Farol da Barra, bom para caminhada ao longo da calçada. Equipe de funcionários simpáticos e atenciosos. O café da manhã é regular, precisa aprimorar um pouco mais. O quarto é ótimo, bem limpo e aconchegante com vista para o mar. Recomendo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel muito bom, café da manhã ótimo, só senti falta de aquecimento na piscina, pois nessa época de junho a piscina está muito fria, podiam colocar aquecimento.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quarto com vista paradisíaca. Limpeza boa. Localização boa. Café da manhã regular
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel bom, funcionarios agradaveis e educados.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel ok. Precisa de una modernizada, mas no geral atendeu as nossas expectativas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Funcionários proativos. Tivemos um problema no quarto mas rapidamente foi solucionado.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026