Pousada Santa Clara

Pousada Santa Clara, Boipeba, Bahia - Explore & Book

"Probably the last time you'll wear shoes on Boipeba is when you step off the small boat that makes the 5-minute trip from the mainland. Jump directly onto the beach and make the short walk up the shaded path to Pousada Santa Clara. From here on in, it's barefoot, carefree relaxation all the way. You'll be greeted warmly by the owners and shown along a wooden pathway to your charming, simply furnished room, hidden among lush foliage and banana trees. There's an open-air library with a collection of books and magazines, and a bar-restaurant serving breakfast and dinner where people gather to chat and drink in the evening. Around the back, up some stairs in a tree-top massage room, you can take chill-out to another level. There's no pool, but you won't need one - the "Bounty Bar" beaches are superb and the sea gratifyingly warm, all just 50m away. Highs The owners, Kirsti and Leonardo, extend a warm, personal welcome Simple, laid back charm with a fun ambiance - we loved the rustic accommodation (don’t expect mod cons) Boipeba island is one of Brazil's best-kept secrets - you'll find miles of unspoiled beaches and friendly locals Great restaurant - easily the best on the island A great place for kids but not a ‘family hotel’, so couples wanting to get away from it all will not feel unwelcome or disturbed We love the tree-top massage room Lows It's not easy to get to, but the distance from the mainland has helped Boibepa remain pristine, and the owners can send private vehicles to pick you up from Salvador or Ilhéus Not directly on the beach but it's only a minute's walk away On Boipeba 8pm is the new midnight: if you want buzzing nightlife, stick to Ibiza Rooms don't have many mod cons, and the chalets don't have air-con (but they do have fans)" - Ben Feetham