We spent the 2nd week of our honeymoon in the little known Trancoso at the Etnia Pousada. The place is simply stunning. Built into a tropical forest and with only 8 villa's, the place is calm and your every whim is catered for. We had the Goa Suite, with touches of India all around. The pool and bar/restaurant is the... more

had a very enjoyable 5 nights at pousada etnia. Lovely place, attentive staff. Transcoso is a great place to visit. more

My mother and I stayed at Etnia for a week having heard about it on i-escape and it really lives up to it's reviews. The hotel is a beautiful retreat away from the hustle of town, set amidst gorgeous gardens (mind the mozzies - they are rampant!). The staff were fantastic - Paulo does indeed make a mean caipirinha and... more

only three days in Etnia for a wedding in July 2008. We stayed in Trancoso room, every 8 room has a different theme. The hotel's owners are very friendly and willing to help the guest in every aspect. The rooms are very well decorated, with large bathrooms and very good amenities. The swimming pool is great. The location is very... more

we spend a wonderful week at the pousada. from the minute we walked in it was just perfect for us. the way everything is set up, the villas, especially the pool area - its just wonderful. the description of the pousada does not come close to the real beauty. perfect to relax, you don´t feel like staying at a hotel,... more

I had the pleasure of staying 5 nights at Etnia Pousada and can't wait to go back there again to enjoy the beauty of Trancoso and the gracious hospitality of Andre, Corrado and their superbly trained staff. Both Andre and Corroda are perfectionists who are highly attuned to every detail of their guests' experience. I felt like if I was... more

After spending 3 days in the hectic city of Salvador, arriving in Trancoso and walking through the doors of the Pousada Etnia was like landing in the middle of a photo shoot on a private estate. From the pool and dining area, the landscape and of course the casitas, each in a different world motif and very private, every detail... more

My husband and I spent a week at Etnia last September. The location is excellent because is close to the Quadrado with a short walk to the beach access and restaurants. In the same time the hotel is secluded in a gorgious forested lot which is nice when you want some rest and tranquility after a day of beach and... more

For all, If you plan to go to Trancoso, you "must" make a stop at Pousada Etnia. You will find a very beautiful place and a very good staff (thanks Andre for your warm wellcome). All is proposed to you to have a great and a peaceful experience. The swimming pool and the garden is very nice (see pictures), the... more