Hotels in Bahia, Brazil

Bahia is a state in northeastern Brazil, famous for its Afro-Brazilian culture, colonial architecture, and vibrant music scene like axé and samba. The climate is hot and humid year-round, with a dry season from September to March that's perfect for exploring Salvador's Pelourinho district-with its 17th-century pastel-colored buildings and live capoeira circles-or hiking to waterfalls like Cachoeira da Fumaça in Chapada Diamantina. During the rainy season from April to July, you'll find cheaper stays and fewer crowds at Porto Seguro beach, while the winter months (June to August) offer cooler temperatures ideal for wandering Salvador's Mercado Modelo and tasting acarajé. If you want distinct vibes, head to Trancoso for its relaxed quadrado (historic square) and coastal cliffs, or dive into Salvador's Pelourinho for drumming workshops at the Olodum cultural center.