See all properties

Pousada Mar da Gamboa

Property class: 3
Family-friendly beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Pousada Mar da Gamboa

A pool area with a water slide and umbrellas, overlooking a body of water with boats.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a hammock, overlooking a beach with boats.
A buffet table with various food items including pastries, bread, and a cake.
A beach view with a wooden gate leading to the water, a sandy beach, and several boats in the distance.
A modern hotel room with a bed, air conditioning unit, wall-mounted lights, and artwork.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

View in a map
Rua da Frente 458, Cairu, BA, 45424-000
  • Place, Gamboa Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Beautiful Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Praia de Argila
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Valenca (VAL)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Beach View

A modern hotel room with a bed, air conditioning unit, wall-mounted lights, and artwork.

Basic Double Room, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table, a mirror, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Standard Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Partial Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outside.

Standard Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Partial Sea View

Room

Standard Triple Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Triple Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, Sea View

A hammock under a wooden roof, a small table with chairs, and a door leading to a room.

Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cairu

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Gamboa Beach and Beautiful Beach. Fonte do Ceu waterfall and Praia de Argila are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beautiful Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Praia de Argila - 12 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Second Beach - 16 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Fonte do Ceu waterfall - 20 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Morro de São Paulo Airport (MXQ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papoula - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nu Gastrobar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪O Casarão - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Café do Morro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mama Africa - Iate Club, Bar E Restaurante - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Pousada Mar da Gamboa

Family-friendly beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools
As a guest of Pousada Mar da Gamboa, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary water park, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A complimentary children's club, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Pousada Mar da Gamboa.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cairu hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Pousada Mar da Gamboa offers 18 accommodations. This Cairu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

A person sitting by a pool with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees in the background.
Pousada Ilha do Sol
Cairu
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 258 reviews
$45 nightly
The price is $47
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Pousada Ilha do Sol

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 11 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pousada Mar da Gamboa Hotel
Pousada Mar da Gamboa Cairu
Pousada Mar da Gamboa Hotel Cairu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pousada Mar da Gamboa to the airport?

Pousada Mar da Gamboa is 3.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Morro de São Paulo Airport (MXQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pousada Mar da Gamboa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pousada Mar da Gamboa.

How close is Pousada Mar da Gamboa to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Gamboa Beach and 13-minute walk from Beautiful Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pousada Mar da Gamboa offer free breakfast?

Pousada Mar da Gamboa offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Pousada Mar da Gamboa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Pousada Mar da Gamboa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pousada Mar da Gamboa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Pousada Mar da Gamboa have a pool?

Pousada Mar da Gamboa features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Pousada Mar da Gamboa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pousada Mar da Gamboa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pousada Mar da Gamboa to downtown Cairu?

Pousada Mar da Gamboa is 0.2 mi away from Gamboa.

Pousada Mar da Gamboa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pessimo, infelizmente as fotos e avaliações não condizem nem de longe com o cenário encontrado. Pousada desconfortável, quartos com forte odor de mofo, café da manhã pessimo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Atendimento maravilhoso!

Experiência incrível! Gostamos muito da estrutura da pousada, limpeza, localização e em especial do atendimento dos proprietários e dos funcionários. Fomos muito bem recebidos. Gratidão!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Viagem de férias

A estadia foi maravilhosa. Atendimento 10, café da manhã ótimo, comida maravilhosa, vista incrível, de frente pro mar. Ambiente extremamente agradável.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Viagem de férias

Experiência maravilhosa! Limpeza, custo benefício, atendimento, comida boa, boa localização.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026