Description
Pousada do Pilar's fresh, clean look is accompanied by tasteful decor that incorporates modern comforts and European design while maintaining a traditional feel. The lobby is a high-ceilinged colonial living room and there's always a thermos of coffee so you can grab a cafezinho anytime. Since six of the eight owners are Italian (the other two are Brazilian) and the architect German, it makes sense to see the steel central staircase and mod lighting, not to mention an elevator (very unusual in these parts!!) and to hear plenty of French and Italian over breakfast. Overall, the attentive service and attention to detail makes this is a welcoming, comfortable hotel.

Insider Tips
Reception can arrange for a trusted taxi driver for airport transfer (R$60) and other trips.

Benefits
- Very friendly, helpful staff some of whom speak English.
- Modern, silent air conditioners with remote control.

Drawbacks
- No internet access on the premises but there is an internet cafe right across the street.
- Street side rooms can get a bit noisy.
- The breakfast isn't as complete as you'll find at some pousadas in the area.

Rooms
All rooms are spacious, and the suites are downright enormous. Wood floors, bright sun streaming in the French doors and windows, comfortable beds, sofa-bed and simple, yet fine wooden furniture (including table and chairs) make each room a place you'll be glad to go 'home' to. The bathrooms are mid-sized but are very clean and modern and come stocked with amenities (hair dryer is available). All rooms have a phone, closet, TV and a safe.

Food
Breakfast is served on a beautiful rooftop with a panoramic view of the Bahia de Todos Santos (the bay) and Cidade Baixa.

Children
Children are welcome and children under five stay free.

Rates: US$80-96 for a double, US$55-70 for a single and US$105-120 for a triple. The suite will cost US$90 for a single, US$125 for a double and US$150 for a triple. Rooms on the street side are less and ocean views and suites are more.American Express and Visa are accepted. Pousada do Pilar is offering a 10% discount to On The Road Travelers for stays during June and July.

	Information:
	Location Rua Direita do Santo Antonio, 24 Pelourinho