Russel makes sure that you are save in Salvador, but he also uses clever tricks to get his guests to connect together, like free caipirinhas at 19:00. The Hostel is super clean nice and quite and the breakfast is marvelous. I made the best friends there, swam naked in the sea at night and took advantage of Russel and his... more

Lovely hostel situated in Barra, which feels a lot safer than Pelourinho and is right by the beaches. Russell has tonnes of information on what to see and do in and around Salvador. Highlights of daily tours and evening events can be found on the board. Caipiriniha's at 7, which is a great way to meet other people and venture... more

Good location, great breakfast, very frindly and helpfull staff. I extended my stay from 3 nights to 6 nights more

I stayed at the Barra Guest House in October for three days with a group of five friends. Russell provided us with a heap of helpful information on what to do, where to go, what not to miss, which parts of the city were safe, which restaurants had the great food etc etc. In addition, the Guest House is welcoming... more

We have stayed at Hostels and guest houses in many parts of the world. When you find a gem, you know it! At the Barra Guest House we felt welcomed, secure and comfortable. Russell went out of his way - like so many other reviewers have said - to give us a great welcome, wise advice and useful information. We... more

I wasnt' a solo traveler any longer once I arrived at this dormitory-style hostel. A very social hostel with a free evening caipirinha and frequent barbecues. Russell, Junior, and the rest of the staff are constantly available for advice on activities, tours, etc. A few good watering holes right around the corner, and just a few blocks from the beach.... more

Stayed here at my first port of call, and have since come back in between other travelling. It's in a good location, near to the beach, and also a few lively bars. The guest house itself isn[t glamourous but it has a real friendly feel. Russell, the owner, is so helpful about anything he can be. Organising taxis, advice on... more

I have been staying at barra guest house for a week and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Staff very friendly and very helpful, with good knowledge of local area. Run by an English Brazilian couple, who speak english and portugese. Rooms very cheap and in great location in between two beaches with resturaunts and bars just up the road. Access to... more

Its our opinion and the opinion of everyone we met at the Guest House and in other areas of Brazil, that this is far and above the best Guest House in Brazil! This is apparent from the minute you arrive! The owner Russel is one of the most helpful and friendly people we've met and all of the staff are... more