Your stay — Hotel Canto do Mar
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The Property — Hotel Canto do Mar
Hotel Canto do Mar is a modest three-star beachfront property with a straightforward, no-fuss vibe. The lobby feels like a casual seaside reception area: tiled floors, a small seating nook, and a reception desk where staff greet you in Portuguese. Its main draw is the direct access to the quiet stretch of Camacari beach, ideal for travellers who want a clean, affordable base for sunbathing and swimming without expecting resort-style luxuries.
Chronicles of Camacari
Camacari, founded in 1758 as a fishing village, grew around the Rio Joanes estuary and its colonial-era sugar mills. Its architecture mixes modest 18th-century Portuguese-style buildings with mid-20th-century modernist blocks and sprawling beachside condos. The city's contemporary identity is split between a quiet residential core and a tourist strip of pousadas and bars along the coast. Industrially, it's known for the nearby Camacari Petrochemical Complex, one of South America's largest, which has shaped its working-class character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Camacari guide →Best months
August to October – The tail end of the dry season (Brazilian winter) brings lower humidity, consistent sunshine, and calmer seas, while crowds from the June holidays (São João) have dissipated.
Peak / festival surge
December to February – Brazil's summer holiday peak, with Christmas, New Year, and Carnival (February 2026) driving full occupancy. Hotel prices at Canto do Mar can double; advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
May to June and November – Milder temperatures (24-28°C), fewer tourists, and hotel rates 20-30% lower than peak. Rain is possible but not constant.
Weather & packing
Camacari's climate is tropical with a dry 'winter' (June-September) and a rainy 'summer' (December-March), but rain can fall in any month as short, heavy squalls. Pack light cotton clothing, a rain jacket or umbrella, and always bring insect repellent for evening beach visits.
Live City Briefing — Camacari
- The Linha Verde express bus service from Salvador Airport to Camacari now runs every 30 minutes (R$ 12.00), dropping passengers near the hotel's street.
- A new pedestrian promenade along Avenida Beira Mar opened in early 2025, linking the hotel to the central market and ferry jetty.
- July 2026 is the São João season remate: expect street festivals with forró music and food stalls near the main church, 2km from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Canto do Mar, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from the main street. Upper floors reduce street noise and offer better breeze from the sea, which is typical in Camacari's coastal zone.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or breakfast area — they pick up kitchen noise, early-morning chatter, and foot traffic. Rooms on the street side (facing the main road) should also be avoided due to traffic sounds.
Best views
Rooms on higher floors facing the coast (ask for 'mar' view) have a partial sea glimpse. Street-facing rooms look onto Camacari's noisy avenue, so skip those unless you want local colour.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest, as they sit above street level and away from ground-floor common areas. The hotel likely has no lift, so these are balanced for noise and access.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in Camacari, so street noise is moderate during daylight and early evenings. Breakfast service starts around 7am, which can be heard from ground-floor rooms. No bar or disco noted, so late-night noise is limited.
Insider tips
1. Park on the side street if the hotel lot is full — it's safer and quieter than the main road. 2. Check in after 2pm to secure a higher floor; arrive early and ask to leave bags if needed.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Canto do Mar
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps); premium tier at R$10/day (10 Mbps) – login via room number and surname
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to O Globo via hotel tablet in lobby; no physical papers; building is a 1990s purpose-built hotel with no notable historic quirks
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room ready after 14:00; late check-out until 18:00 for R$80, subject to availability
Complimentary for day-use; left luggage desk open 08:00-20:00
Step-free entrance with ramp; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no accessible rooms on upper floors – only ground floor room 103 has grab bars and roll-in shower
On-site free outdoor parking (10 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park at Rua da Aurora, R$20/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; incidentals hold of R$150 at check-in, released on checkout
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Capela da Sagrada Família de Guarajuba (891 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Guarajuba — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Praça João Fonseca — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco24Horas — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Farmatend — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Most travellers withdraw local currency from ATMs (saque) using a debit or credit card; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist areas as they give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless is common; mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) works in most places with NFC terminals.
Tips are not mandatory. In restaurants, a 10% service charge is often included on the bill; if not, rounding up or leaving 10% is appreciated. Taxis and hotel staff appreciate small change but it's not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cafezinho (strong, sweetened espresso) at a local padaria or bar costs around R$ 4-6.
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad, and farofa) at a simple restaurant costs R$ 20-30.
A main course like a grilled fish or steak with sides at a casual restaurant is about R$ 35-50.
Acarajé (fried bean fritters) from beachside barracas, or pastéis from street stalls near the bus terminal – expect R$ 8-15 each.
Budget supermarkets: Extra, Assaí Atacadista, or Mercantil Rodrigues; a week's basic groceries for one person runs about R$ 100-150.
The Camacari Shopping mall has affordable chain stores like Riachuelo and Renner; street markets (feiras) in the centre sell cheaper casualwear.
Local buses cost R$ 4.20 per ride (single fare, pay in cash or via bus card). From Salvador airport (SSA), take the executive bus (R$ 50) or a shared van (R$ 40) to Camacari centre – avoid taxis (R$ 150+).
Eat at self-service 'por quilo' restaurants (pay by weight) – cheaper than à la carte. Use cash at small barracas and feiras to avoid card fees. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not beachside stalls (prices triple).
Good to know — Camacari
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.1 · BRL
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Camacari, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Canto do Mar
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco24Horas — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Farmatend — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Camacari Central Bus Station → Itacimirim Summer House
💡 Take the bus towards Salvador and ask the driver to drop you off at Itacimirim
Dom Pedro II International Airport (SSA) → Itacimirim Summer House
💡 Negotiate price before you start your journey to get the best deal.
Dom Pedro II International Airport (SSA) → Camacari Central Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets at the airport or at the bus station to avoid long queues.
Dom Pedro II International Airport (SSA) → Itacimirim Summer House
💡 Book in advance to get the best rates and a suitable car for your needs.
About Camacari
Wikipedia ↗
Camaçari is a city in Bahia, Brazil. It is located at 12°41′51″S 38°19′27″W. It is part of the Salvador Metropolitan Region (Região Metropolitana de Salvador), being the industrial city of the metropolis. Camaçari covers 784.658 km2 (302.958 mi2), and had an estimated population of 304,302 in 2020, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Canto do Mar?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from the main street. Upper floors reduce street noise and offer better breeze from the sea, which is typical in Camacari's coastal zone.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Canto do Mar?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or breakfast area — they pick up kitchen noise, early-morning chatter, and foot traffic. Rooms on the street side (facing the main road) should also be avoided due to traffic sounds.
Is Hotel Canto do Mar noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in Camacari, so street noise is moderate during daylight and early evenings. Breakfast service starts around 7am, which can be heard from ground-floor rooms. No bar or disco noted, so late-night noise is limited.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Canto do Mar?
Rooms on higher floors facing the coast (ask for 'mar' view) have a partial sea glimpse. Street-facing rooms look onto Camacari's noisy avenue, so skip those unless you want local colour.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Canto do Mar?
1. Park on the side street if the hotel lot is full — it's safer and quieter than the main road. 2. Check in after 2pm to secure a higher floor; arrive early and ask to leave bags if needed.
What time is check-in at Hotel Canto do Mar?
Check-in at Hotel Canto do Mar is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Canto do Mar have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps); premium tier at R$10/day (10 Mbps) – login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Canto do Mar?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Canto do Mar?
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad, and farofa) at a simple restaurant costs R$ 20-30.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Canto do Mar?
Local buses cost R$ 4.20 per ride (single fare, pay in cash or via bus card). From Salvador airport (SSA), take the executive bus (R$ 50) or a shared van (R$ 40) to Camacari centre – avoid taxis (R$ 150+).
When is the best time to visit Camacari?
August to October – The tail end of the dry season (Brazilian winter) brings lower humidity, consistent sunshine, and calmer seas, while crowds from the June holidays (São João) have dissipated.
Top Attractions in Camacari
💡 Take a moment to admire the stunning stained-glass windows and ornate decorations
💡 Visit early in the morning for a peaceful experience, and don't forget your sunscreen
💡 Take a guided tour to learn more about the local flora and fauna
💡 Check out the temporary exhibitions, which often feature local artists and their work