Piatã Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Farol da Barra Beach showing a lighthouse, a sunset and night scenes

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 featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

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 beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Lacerda Elevator

Activities

First TAMAR project in Brazil

Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

AU$56
per adult
Tour Praia do Forte and Guarajuba, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Visit to the Tamar Project

Regular Tour to Forte Beach - Leaving Salvador by Bahia Top Turismo

AU$40
per adult
Regular Tour to Forte Beach - Leaving Salvador by Bahia Top Turismo
Best Tour in Salvador, Departure 08:00hs, Arrival in Salvador 17:20h, knowing the island of the frades (stay approx. 3:00h) and the island of Itaparica

Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

AU$38
per adult
Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica
Sun, Sea and Magic: Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador

Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador

AU$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador
Beach of Guarajuba North Coast. 2nd stop

Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba

AU$48
per adult
Tour to Praia do Forte and Guarajuba
Crystal clear water

Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

AU$56
per adult
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
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Our pick of the best Piatã Hotel Deals

Hotel Diamante Negro - Salvador

Hotel Diamante Negro - Salvador

2 out of 5
Rua Guaraçaima, 16B, Piatã, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$75 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$75
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Flamengo Beach and Salvador Shopping ...
7/10 Good! (73 reviews)
"Terrible experience, avoid booking this hotel! There was a misbilling issue occurred between hotel and Expedia, the hotel urged me to pay what I paid before so I double charged, I asked them to contact Expedia however they keep calling me by the phone and never gave me peace during my stay, they ..."

Reviewed on 7 June 2025

Hotel Diamante Negro - Salvador
Onix Hotel Praia de Piatã

Onix Hotel Praia de Piatã

3 out of 5
Rua Dias Gomes, 10, Praia de Placaford, Piatã, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$82 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$82
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Flamengo Beach and Salvador Shopping ...
7/10 Good! (101 reviews)
Hotel bom e bem localizado
"A estadia foi boa, hotel bem localizado com bom café da manhã e atendimento dos funcionários. Como o hotel estava lotado, as vagas do estacionamento não foram suficientes."

Reviewed on 14 July 2025

Onix Hotel Praia de Piatã
Hotel Lazer Piatã

Hotel Lazer Piatã

3 out of 5
Av. Octávio Mangabeira, 11709, Salvador, Bahia
The price is AU$63 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$63
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Salvador Shopping Mall and Flamengo Beach ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
Great location on the beach.
"Great location. Clean facility, great service and very secure. Humberto the manager is very hospitable."

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2021

Hotel Lazer Piatã
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (893 reviews)
"Gym is broken. Don’t book for gym. Pool is nice. Rooms are good."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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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 AU$42 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$42
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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! (1,037 reviews)
"An average place to stay for a night or two"

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2024

Rede Andrade Express
Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador

Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador

3.5 out of 5
Rua Doutor Jose Peroba, 244, Salvador, BA
The price is AU$97 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$97
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Salvador. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"They have a great breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

Quality Hotel & Suites São Salvador
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Other neighbourhoods around Piatã

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Itapuã

Unique features of Itapuã include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Itapuã Beach or Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the area.

Itapuã
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Stella Maris

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Stella Maris. You might consider stopping by Stella Maris Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stella Maris
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Boca do Rio

Travellers like the beaches in Boca do Rio, and Boca do Rio Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Boca do Rio
Salvador featuring tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Stella Maris

If you're spending some time in Stella Maris, Stella Maris Beach and Flamengo Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Stella Maris
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Armacao

Armacao is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jardim de Alah Beach and Armação Beach.

Armacao
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Costa Azul

Costa Azul is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Jardim de Alah Beach and Salvador Shopping Mall.

Costa Azul

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