Pousada do Pilar
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Summary of reviewsPousada do Pilar is highly regarded for its prime location in Santo Antônio Além do Carmo, offering guests breathtaking views over the Bay of All Saints from a charming historical neighborhood. Its proximity to the Pelourinho district and key attractions in Salvador adds convenience for tourists, while maintaining a peaceful and secure ambiance. Guests appreciate the nostalgic charm of the building and the opportunity to enjoy breakfast on a terrace with stunning sea views.
The breakfast experience is generally positive, praised for its tasty offerings and beautiful setting, though some guests desire more variety and additional protein options. Clean and spacious rooms offer comfort, enhanced by scenic balconies overlooking the sea or charming city streets. However, occasional maintenance issues and outdated furniture are noted.
Cleanliness reviews are mixed with many guests finding the inn well-maintained and organized, though some encountered dusty furniture, mold odors and inconsistent housekeeping. The staff receives high marks for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing significantly to a welcoming atmosphere.
While guests face challenges with the Wi-Fi, describing it as weak and unreliable, this does not overshadow the overall positive experience. Beds are praised for comfort and cleanliness, though a few visitors mentioned the need for mattress replacements and improved bedding quality.
In summary, Pousada do Pilar stands out for its excellent location, charming architecture, friendly staff and overall good value, making it a recommended choice for those exploring Salvador's historic and scenic attractions.
The breakfast experience is generally positive, praised for its tasty offerings and beautiful setting, though some guests desire more variety and additional protein options. Clean and spacious rooms offer comfort, enhanced by scenic balconies overlooking the sea or charming city streets. However, occasional maintenance issues and outdated furniture are noted.
Cleanliness reviews are mixed with many guests finding the inn well-maintained and organized, though some encountered dusty furniture, mold odors and inconsistent housekeeping. The staff receives high marks for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing significantly to a welcoming atmosphere.
While guests face challenges with the Wi-Fi, describing it as weak and unreliable, this does not overshadow the overall positive experience. Beds are praised for comfort and cleanliness, though a few visitors mentioned the need for mattress replacements and improved bedding quality.
In summary, Pousada do Pilar stands out for its excellent location, charming architecture, friendly staff and overall good value, making it a recommended choice for those exploring Salvador's historic and scenic attractions.
Inn with Free Wi-Fi
This inn offers free Wi-Fi.
Small Inn
This inn offers a traditional and cozy atmosphere. Its central location allows for easy exploration of the city's historical sites.
Guest Reviews
Nestled in the heart of Santo Antônio Além do Carmo, Pousada do Pilar boasts a fantastic location that has won the admiration of its guests. The inn offers a privileged position with stunning views over the Bay of All Saints, enhancing the overall experience with its scenic beauty. The neighborhood is charming and historically significant, allowing guests to easily explore the rich cultural tapestry of Salvador.
Travelers have praised the inn’s proximity to key attractions, especially the historic Pelourinho district, making it an ideal base for those interested in Salvador's vibrant history and architecture. The location is not only convenient but also deemed safe and peaceful, providing a serene retreat amidst the bustling city. Its close proximity to popular bars, restaurants and art spaces adds to the appeal, offering ample opportunities for culinary and cultural adventures.
Pousada do Pilar’s strategic position ensures that guests are within walking distance of most tourist spots, while still being shielded from the city’s noise, providing a tranquil environment for a restful stay. The inn itself is noted for its nostalgic charm, evidenced by its beautiful building and incredible internal architecture.
Staying at Pousada do Pilar means enjoying a delicious breakfast on a terrace overlooking the bay, a highlight well-appreciated by visitors. The spacious and clean rooms, coupled with the excellent value for money, round out the experience, making Pousada do Pilar a highly recommended option for anyone seeking to explore Salvador's historic and scenic offerings.
Pousada do Pilar offers a breakfast experience that receives mixed reviews from guests. The setting with breakfast served on a terrace overlooking the sea or port, consistently impresses visitors with its stunning views, creating a memorable dining atmosphere. The breakfast itself is often described as tasty and enjoyable with several guests highlighting the variety and quality of the offerings, such as cakes, pastries, fresh fruit and juices.
However, some guests note the simplicity and limited variety of the breakfast options, mentioning the absence of items like hot dishes, eggs and cold cuts. There are mentions of the breakfast being too basic for some and lacking important proteins. Despite these criticisms, many guests still find the breakfast to be very good, emphasizing its delicious taste and completeness.
The overall consensus points to a pleasant breakfast experience greatly enhanced by its beautiful location, though it leaves room for improvement in variety and the inclusion of more essential breakfast items.
Pousada do Pilar offers spacious and clean rooms with many guests noting their size and comfort. Most rooms come with beautiful views, particularly of the sea, bay or charming city streets like Rua Direita. These views are enhanced by balconies that provide an extraordinary vista and pleasant experiences. The bathrooms receive commendations for their beauty and the beds are described as comfortable, ensuring a restful stay.
The style of the rooms is charming and pleasant with many reviewers highlighting the well-maintained cleanliness and overall completeness of the facilities. However, there are occasional mentions of outdated furniture, minor maintenance issues like non-functional lights and sometimes a musty smell.
Despite these minor setbacks, the consistently spacious and aesthetically pleasing rooms, paired with a great location near Pelourinho and the Lacerda Elevator, leave a lasting positive impression on most guests.
Pousada do Pilar has received a mix of feedback regarding its beds with many guests finding them to be a highlight of their stay. The beds and mattresses are described as very comfortable with notable mentions of their size and cleanliness. Several visitors have praised the comfort of the beds, making specific remarks about the spacious rooms and overall good condition of the bedding.
On the downside, a few guests have noted that some mattresses are old and in need of replacement. There have been occasional reports of stained bedding and hard pillows. Additional comments include issues with air conditioning and the absence of a reading lamp by the bed.
Overall, while there are a few areas for improvement, many guests have enjoyed a good night's sleep thanks to the hotel's comfortable beds.
Pousada do Pilar offers a mixed experience when it comes to cleanliness, receiving a spectrum of reviews from guests. Positive comments highlight that many rooms are clean and well-maintained with numerous guests appreciating the comfort of clean bedding and towels. The environment was often described as organized with clean areas, which contributed to the overall satisfaction of many staying at the inn.
However, several guests noted areas in need of improvement. Reports of dusty furniture, mold odors and even cockroaches were mentioned, indicating that housekeeping can be inconsistent. Some reviewers experienced poorly maintained facilities, such as bathrooms with wet floors, broken fixtures and showers in need of repair. Complaints about rooms being dirty upon arrival and insufficiently cleaned during stays were also common.
While the location and views were generally praised and the staff described as friendly, the inn could benefit from addressing the detailed aspects of cleanliness and maintenance to enhance the guest experience.
Pousada do Pilar in Salvador garners high praise for its exceptional staff service. Guests often highlight the team as friendly, kind-hearted and consistently attentive. Many note that the staff not only makes them feel welcomed but also goes above and beyond to ensure their complete satisfaction. From the reception to the breakfast team, the hospitality is marked by politeness, helpfulness and genuine care. Despite a few instances where the reception was described as efficient yet cold, the majority of reviews emphasize the warm and accommodating nature of the employees. Recommendations and local tips from the staff are well-appreciated, adding a personal touch to the guest experience. While a couple of reviews mentioned disengaged behavior, the overall sentiment is that Pousada do Pilar offers a welcoming environment fueled by a dedicated and cordial team.
Pousada do Pilar boasts a delightful stay, albeit with some notable hiccups in their Wi-Fi service. Guests frequently mentioned challenges with the internet connection, particularly noting it did not work well in the rooms and sometimes had a very weak signal. The Wi-Fi was described as unstable and unreliable with some guests struggling to connect, especially on the ground floor. Despite these connectivity issues, many reviewers indicated that everything else about their stay was wonderful, hinting at the overall positive experience beyond the Wi-Fi shortcomings.
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Location
Travelers have praised the inn’s proximity to key attractions, especially the historic Pelourinho district, making it an ideal base for those interested in Salvador's vibrant history and architecture. The location is not only convenient but also deemed safe and peaceful, providing a serene retreat amidst the bustling city. Its close proximity to popular bars, restaurants and art spaces adds to the appeal, offering ample opportunities for culinary and cultural adventures.
Pousada do Pilar’s strategic position ensures that guests are within walking distance of most tourist spots, while still being shielded from the city’s noise, providing a tranquil environment for a restful stay. The inn itself is noted for its nostalgic charm, evidenced by its beautiful building and incredible internal architecture.
Staying at Pousada do Pilar means enjoying a delicious breakfast on a terrace overlooking the bay, a highlight well-appreciated by visitors. The spacious and clean rooms, coupled with the excellent value for money, round out the experience, making Pousada do Pilar a highly recommended option for anyone seeking to explore Salvador's historic and scenic offerings.
Breakfast
However, some guests note the simplicity and limited variety of the breakfast options, mentioning the absence of items like hot dishes, eggs and cold cuts. There are mentions of the breakfast being too basic for some and lacking important proteins. Despite these criticisms, many guests still find the breakfast to be very good, emphasizing its delicious taste and completeness.
The overall consensus points to a pleasant breakfast experience greatly enhanced by its beautiful location, though it leaves room for improvement in variety and the inclusion of more essential breakfast items.
Rooms
The style of the rooms is charming and pleasant with many reviewers highlighting the well-maintained cleanliness and overall completeness of the facilities. However, there are occasional mentions of outdated furniture, minor maintenance issues like non-functional lights and sometimes a musty smell.
Despite these minor setbacks, the consistently spacious and aesthetically pleasing rooms, paired with a great location near Pelourinho and the Lacerda Elevator, leave a lasting positive impression on most guests.
Beds
On the downside, a few guests have noted that some mattresses are old and in need of replacement. There have been occasional reports of stained bedding and hard pillows. Additional comments include issues with air conditioning and the absence of a reading lamp by the bed.
Overall, while there are a few areas for improvement, many guests have enjoyed a good night's sleep thanks to the hotel's comfortable beds.
Cleanliness
However, several guests noted areas in need of improvement. Reports of dusty furniture, mold odors and even cockroaches were mentioned, indicating that housekeeping can be inconsistent. Some reviewers experienced poorly maintained facilities, such as bathrooms with wet floors, broken fixtures and showers in need of repair. Complaints about rooms being dirty upon arrival and insufficiently cleaned during stays were also common.
While the location and views were generally praised and the staff described as friendly, the inn could benefit from addressing the detailed aspects of cleanliness and maintenance to enhance the guest experience.
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Wi-Fi
No, Pousada do Pilar doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Pousada do Pilar.
No, Pousada do Pilar doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Pousada do Pilar.
No, Pousada do Pilar doesn't have a gym.
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