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Stella Maris beach

| Stella Maris, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil
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Ranked #18 of 127 attractions in Salvador
Type: Beaches
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Buenos Aires
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

Nice beach, quiet. Keep in mind there are too many rocks on the beach, where swimming may be dangerous. You need to walk a little to find the right place for swimming

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2012

It is a litle far, but it is very nice. You can stay in any of the bars that offer beach umbrella and chairs for a price.

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New York
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

This is a beach outside the city, not far from the airport. Nice view of the waves coming in... a good walk on the beach... but the beach itself is not well cared for, not clean... lot of debris... plus the sea is very rough... it is not a calm, inviting sea... better stick to one of the hotels' swimming... More

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Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

We were a little dissapointed with Stella Maris beach. It took us a good 30/45 min to get there by cab. It wasn't as sheltered as hoped and crowded on either side although you able to find some quiet spots. Not much shade and (compared to Australian beaches) relatively dirty and littered. Water was nice temperature and opportunity to have... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

The beach is very nice and quiet (except for sunday) with several bars where you can sit and relax enjoyning the sun and the breeze from the ocean.

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013
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Campinas, SP
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013
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Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013
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