Thatched Bahian pousada
This remote eco-pousada lives outdoors, where thatched pavilions open straight onto palm gardens and miles of deserted Atlantic beach.
What it’s good at
Notable
Thatched bungalows built from salvaged nut wood and bamboo, accented with Moroccan textiles.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
It’s more like an upscale version of the Brazilian pousada, or guesthouse, sustainably built with salvaged demolition wood and recycled materials.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Praia do Cassange stretches directly outside. The fishing village of Barra Grande sits ten miles away along unpaved tracks.
The rooms
Thatched bungalows sit tucked among the palms with canopied beds and Moroccan textiles. Wide verandas come strung with hammocks.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The curved freshwater pool sits among native palm gardens, flanked by bamboo sun loungers on the grass.
At the table
Anna Banana serves fresh tropical fruits and house-baked breads beneath a thatched roof hung with woven fixtures.
How it began
Founder Chloe Gibbs threw a peanut at a world map in 2007. It hit Bahia, where she spent years hand-building the pousada.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.