We really had an echanting stay at this small but lovely pousada, extremelly well located next to the beautiful beach of Itapoan and only 1h from Salvador's historical center with direct local (and memorable) buses. The rooms are very clean, comfortable and cosy, the pool, garden and lounge very nice, the owners very warm and helpful, and the caïpirinhas just... more

Of the five pousadas where I stayed in Brazil, Encanto is, unequivocally, the best. From the beauty of the inn itself to the personalized attention from Janet and Octacilio and their fantastic staff, you want for nothing. As we all know, sometimes when you see a property advertised on the internet, the reality when you arrive does not meet those... more

We really enjoyed our short stay at the v relaxed Pousada Encanto de Itapoan - felt like visiting a friend's house located just five minutes walk from the super Farol beach. Very attentive and friendly staff, with owners Janet and Octacilio Rocha providing a warm welcome and most happy to provide all the best tips to the local restaurants, amenties... more

A real great place in Bahia, a god spot close to the Farol of Itapuan.Lovely breakfast, friendly staff, beautifull rooms. After descovering Bahia, you'll enjoy to relax by the pool, drinking a beer while listening to really good music, the passion of the ownersOctacilo, a brasilian gentlemen.Particular attention to details thank you to the passion of Janet. At all times... more

We arrived at this pousada with the intention of staying just 5 days and travelling elsewhere for the rest of our holiday, however loved this place so much we stayed for 3 weeks !! The atmosphere is great - ours hosts (Jan & Octacilio and all the staff actually) ) were extremely helpfull and friendly and we also met loads... more

This was my third stay with Janet and Octilcilio. They are the best hosts, and will go way out of their way to fill you in on what´s happening in the local music scene while you´re there. The beach is not like a resort kind of place. You do have to walk a half of a block to get there.... more

What made this pousada special were our english speaking hosts. Their tips and advice on what to do and see made our holiday! They helped us arrange a schooner trip in the beautiful ' Bay of Saints' in addition to other great sightseeing trips, and helped us navigate through the options of endless parties during Carnival. We and fellow guests... more

We were very well looked after - Friendly and engaging owners - Great place for kids because of the swimming pool - Excellent staff - Great restaurant , Mistura, around the corner - 50 metres to a very nice uncrowded beach - 15 minutes from airport - Very clean - Excellent breakfast - Reasonably priced - What more could one... more

What a gem ! I had a wonderful 4 night stay here in February, The owners - Ocicillio and Janet - could not have been more helpful, and it really was a lovely place to stay for sunshine and tranquility after the Carnival in Rio ! The rooms are lovely, beautifully designed, and complete with hammocks for the afternoon sun.... more