Albergue Pedra da Sereia

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About Albergue Pedra da Sereia

Pedra da Sereia Hostel opened in Jan. 2009 and is located in the the bohemian neighborhood of Rio Vermelho where well known artists like Jorge Amado, Dorival Caymi, Carybe and others resided in the past.
This cozy beach house is at the foot of Morro da Sereia and has a spectacular ocean view.
Pedra da Sereia is a small hostel it only houses 12 people and in its simplicity it is super-comfortable and very tastefully decorated. You have an incredible view of the sea from almost every room in the house: on the spacious terrace enjoying a delicious breakfast and at happy hour watching an unforgettable sunset, even in your bed you can enjoy the vast ocean view. Pedra da Sereia Hostel is close to small food markets, clothing shops, banks, money exchange, the post office and only a 10 minute walk from Rio Vermelho Square a lively meeting place where you can try local culinary delights like acaraje, beiju de tapioca and caldo de sururu while sipping a cold beer or a glass of wine. Rio Vermelho is famous for its nightlife where you can find many excellent restaurants, music bars and nightclubs. But be careful to not stay out all night so you can get up early to enjoy the beautiful beaches the neighborhood offers.
On Feb. 2nd Rio Vermelho is also home to the festival of Iemanja - the century-old Bahian tradition of paying tribute to Iemanja, the Yoruban goddess of the sea - a colorful offering of gifts via sea procession. Pedra da Sereia Hostel is right on the outskirts of the neighborhood Ondina which is famous for its carnival circuit Barra/Ondina, in ten minutes you’re right in the middle of the world”s biggest street party but have the advantage of being far enough away to sleep in silence.
If you to want to get away from the bohemian life of Rio Vermelho you’re also close to major bus lines, you’re 20 minutes from Porto da Barra beach, 25 minutes from downtown and Pelourinho and 30 mnutes to the airport.
Michael, the owner, was born in the USA but his mother was Brazilian. This fact brought him to the Northeast of Brazil in search of his roots where he ended up living for the past 24 years. Needless to say he is more than willing to help his guests get situated and enjoy the many different aspects of Salvador. Being an English teacher in Bahia he has many contacts for classes in: Portuguese for foreigners, capoeira of Angola, surfIng and diving all this within 200 meters of the hostel.
Come and enjoy the beautiful, exotic city of Salvador da Bahia and the comfort of Pedra da Sereia Hostel.