Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions, Salvador
About the Hotel
Gran Hotel Stella Maris Urban Resort & Conventions is a distinctive urban resort positioned on the stunning Stella Maris Beach in Salvador, Brazil. It features the luxury of a 4-star hotel with spacious accommodations and extensive facilities. The hotel is designed to cater to both leisure and business travelers, providing an inviting space ideal for family vacations.
Location
Situated 10 km from Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, the hotel offers easy access to the city center, where numerous attractions, dining, and shopping options can be found. The beachfront location serves as a peaceful oasis, away from the hustle of central Salvador. Nearby attractions include Joventino Silva City Park and other local points of interest.
Rooms
Each of the 334 air-conditioned rooms offers a flat-screen TV, minibar, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms feature private balconies with sea views and comfortable furnishings. Options include accommodations for families, with configurations like quadruple and triple rooms available. The decor is welcoming, making for a comfortable stay for guests.
Eat & Drink
The onsite restaurant Palmares serves a rich breakfast and features an Italian eatery with a la carte options. In addition to the primary restaurant, there is a lobby bar available for guests looking to unwind. Dining options are diverse, ensuring that families and individual guests can find something to suit their tastes.
Leisure & Business
The hotel is equipped with a semi-Olympic swimming pool, health club, and a games room to cater to families and leisure travelers. It also includes an extensive convention center with 20 conference rooms, making it suitable for business events. A Kid's Club provides special attention to younger guests, ensuring a family-friendly environment.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Table tennis
- Mini golf
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Aqua park
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Staying at this hotel had its ups and downs. The location, right in front of the beach, was the highlight, but other aspects fell short. The rooms were functional but lacked modern comforts, and the service, although friendly, was slow at times. The dining options were acceptable but couldn't compete with pricier alternatives. Overall, a mixed experience.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location was convenient for our early departure, being very close to the airport, but other aspects fell short. The rooms were a bit outdated and felt like a budget all-inclusive setup you find in the Dominican Republic for a fraction of the price we paid. The service was friendly and accommodating, though not exceptional. The dining options, while diverse, didn't quite live up to our expectations. Overall, a stay with some ups and downs.
The hotel offers good comfort at bedtime but is on par with budget options, with some shortcomings in the overall experience.
My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. While the location was great and close to the beach, the rooms were old and uncomfortable. The service was friendly but a bit slow, and the dining options were a mix of good and bad. The facilities were decent, but there were some cleanliness issues in the corridors.