Hotel Campo Bahia | Where the German team stayed

O Hotel Campo Bahia is known to be where the German team stayed in the 2014 World Cup. Campo Bahiawhich belongs to the Elegant CircuitIt is considered one of the best in Brazil. She was dying to meet this one luxury hotel in the south of Bahia and finally I was able to go.

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Hotel Campo Bahia | Where the German team stayed

The localization

Located in the village of Saint Andrewit is 27kms from safe harbor and it’s typical hotel on the sand. The 15,000 m² area brings together the amenities of a luxury hotel with charm, comfort and simplicity. Furthermore, the beach is very empty, pleasant and with calm waters. Ideal for running and hiking.

O hotel

There are 14 villas with 4 and 6 bedrooms, in a total of 61 suites. Several rooms have incredible views of the sea. All suites offer a bed king size, Trussardi bed and bath linen, air conditioning, and 32″ TV. The ground-floor suites feature open showers and large balconies.

But best of all, the villas literally make us feel at home. The decor is extremely tasteful and fits in very well with the beach atmosphere.

It is worth saying that the villa is ideal for those traveling in a group, whether with family or friends. Anyone who is a couple or with a small family has the chance to share the common areas – living room and balcony – with other guests. Which doesn’t mean it’s any less fun.

The project

The project of Campo Bahia It is by Espírito Santo architect Sandro Pretti. He created a modern decoration, making great use of the large space and the exuberance of the local nature. Furthermore, fourteen artists were invited – seven Brazilians and seven Germans – to exhibit their works of art. The result is an integration of Brazilian and German identities.

As villas they were built around an atrium, open and integrated with other areas such as a lounge, restaurant, kitchen and swimming pool. The idea was to create a village atmosphere, a meeting point in the center, to bring the team together. And now, the guests are the ones who enjoy it.

The swimming pool is one of the hotel’s greatest assets. Large and beautifully designed, it is surrounded by trees and flowers and faces the bar. It’s so pleasant that it’s difficult to want to leave it.

Sustainability

O hotel Campo Bahia is also committed to sustainability. All wood used is certified and comes from the Pará Amazon. The trees removed for the construction of the project were replanted. An artesian well one hundred meters deep was built to irrigate the entire area. The furniture was made with natural raw materials.

There are also meeting rooms. Special attention was paid to the high quality of the architecture and furniture while using local products produced with natural raw materials.

Gym and Spa

O hotel It has a well-equipped gym and also offers yoga and pilates classes. It is worth mentioning that it faces the sea, which makes any student more eager to train. Opposite there is a nice volleyball court.

O Spa L´Occitane – traditional French cosmetics brand – was opened recently and is an ode to well-being. Inspired by Art of living Mediterranean, the spa combines traditional therapies and authentic gestures with the power of natural ingredients and sensorial textures.

Body and facial treatments Spa L´Occitane they provide a true sensorial experience following the brand’s international protocols. They also offer special rooms for massages for couples, ideal for a relaxing and romantic afternoon by the sea.

The village of Santo André

The calm Saint Andrew is a fishing village with less than 800 inhabitants. There are kilometers of beach with huge coconut groves on the seafront that extend from the mouth of the João de Tiba River to the Rio Santo Antonio, further north in the region. On the other side of the João de Tiba river, just a few meters from the hotel, is the municipality of Santa Cruz Cabráliathe main gateway to the village.

On the same street as Campo Bahia There are simple inns and restaurants, but with wonderful food. I ate the best shrimp bobó of my life there, at the Gaivota restaurant.

Another restaurant recommended by the hotel is The Floriditeinside Pousada Corsário, which has a charming pier.

The gastronomy

The restaurant, very spacious and with high ceilings, is run by award-winning chef Caio Silva, who makes sophisticated dishes with contemporary Brazilian cuisine. He uses herbs and vegetables from his own organic garden and fresh fish and seafood caught locally and delivered daily. Everything I tried was very tasty, like the shrimp risotto, the whiting and the ceviche. Breakfast is also served there, à la carte with several delicious options.

Guest programs

Anyone who gets tired of the arduous task of staying on the beach or relaxing on the pool loungers all day can go in search of adventure. O hotel offers visits to the beaches of Guaiú, Belmonte and Canavieiras, including the Jequitinhonha river delta. There are also canoe, kayak and stand up paddle. Those who are brave can go diving in corals and trails through mangroves. And bike rides that please everyone.

I had the chance to take a river trip on the luxury schooner Dreamcatcher. It was simply delicious! A maximum of 70 people can fit on the boat and the program lasts as long as the guest wants. Food and drinks are offered and the staff hotel stays on board to serve passengers. More glamour, impossible!

Quality seals

O Campo Bahia Hotel is a member of Elegant Circuitwhich elects the best hotels in Brazil. He is also part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the Worlda brand that represents a portfolio with some of the best small luxury hotels independent companies in 70 countries.

How to get

The duration of airport transfers safe harbor until the hotel varies depending on the option chosen. Private or outsourced, they are charged per route and must be scheduled according to guests’ arrival and departure times. By car, the trip is via BR 367 to Santa Cruz Cabrália. Right after crossing the ferry, just access BR 101 and in 5 minutes the visitor is already at the hotel. It costs R$ 260.00 (round trip, two people). You can arrive by helicopter (capacity for up to 3 people), the flight lasts 8 minutes and the aircraft lands next to the hotel. A car will be waiting for the guest and will make the short transfer. It costs R$6,000.00 (round trip, three people).

We know that for the German football team the Campo Bahia got lucky. Now, all we can do is enjoy this little paradise in the South of Bahia and be happy! My days were unforgettable!

Address:
Avenida Beira Mar, 1885, Praia de Santo André
Santa Cruz Cabrália, Bahia
Reservations: (73) 3162-4690 / 0800.880.0550 or (email protected)

Text and Photos by Renata Araujo

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