Hostel Canto Zen

Hotels
9.7 (25 reviews)
45 Rua Direita de Santo Antônio , Salvador , br

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Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Cashless payment available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional hospitality
Fantastic location
Cons:
Triple room lacks a window

Categories

Cleanliness
9.72
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
Jorge and Juliana are extremely kind and helpful, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
10
The location is incredible with cultural and historical options nearby.
Room Quality
8.72
The triple room does not have a window, which may concern some guests.
Amenities
9.72
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.72
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.72
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
10
The overall experience was very enjoyable due to the hospitality and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 18:38

Property Description

Charming Garden Views:
Enjoy picturesque garden views at Hostel Canto Zen, creating a tranquil and peaceful ambiance for your stay.

Comfortable Accommodations:
Relax in one of our cozy units equipped with essential amenities such as wardrobe, free WiFi, bed linen, and towels for a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location:
Benefit from being just a short distance away from popular attractions like Pelourinho, Arena Fonte Nova, and San Francisco church, making sightseeing a breeze.

Ready to unwind and explore Salvador's charm? Book your stay at Hostel Canto Zen now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 25 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.72
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 9.72
Value for Money: 9.72
Food and Beverage: 9.72
Overall Experience: 10
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Agustina • solo_traveller • br
8
Pros:

Excelente ubicación en santo antonio. El anfitrión, Jorge, muy amable y servicial.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • fr
10
Hôte bienveillant et super logement très propre
Pros:

Super séjour chez Jorge pendant le carnaval et à chaque fois que je reviens à Salvador :-) La maison est propre, bien entretenue et confortable. On se sent comme chez soi ! Jorge est un hôte adorable et bienveillant. J'étais stressé un moment donné par des entretiens de travail à distance et il a pris le temps de me rassurer.

Il pourra également vous donner des conseils pour visiter la ville. De plus, le logement est très bien situé dans le beau Quartier du Pelhourino.

Muito obrigado, Jorge, e até breve :-)

Cons:

Rien j'ai tout apprécié

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jules • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Jorge a été extrêmement accueillant et bienveillant ! L’emplacement est super, dans une rue animée (même le soir)

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Diana María A. • solo_traveller • ch
10
A hostel that feels like home
Pros:

The place was impeccable and Jorge was amazing. It really felt like home.

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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sabrincs • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Localização excelente, onde tudo acontece em Sto Antônio Além do Carmo e, ao mesmo tempo, quando se entra no espaço, há calma e harmonia para descanso.
O Anfitrião Jorge Palmeira é excelente, cuidadoso e tem ótimas dicas da região. Me hospedei no Hostel Canto Zen duas vezes e voltarei sempre que puder. Recomendo muito!

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Philipp • solo_traveller • ch
9
Herzliche Gastgeber - Herziges Hostel, zentral gelegen
Pros:

Ich kam spät an, trotzdem war der Check-in effizient und sehr freundlich! Das Zimmer war schön und ruhig und das Bett bequem. Das Personal ist extrem freundlich und hilfsbereit !!

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Célia • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Luiz Gustavo • couple • de
9
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Frederik • solo_traveller • dk
9
2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
C
Carlos • couple • br
10
Pros:

Jorge nos recebeu super bem, nos sentimos em casa
A localização é ótima, bem no coração de Santo Antônio alem do Carmo

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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sara • couple • au
10
Pros:

La posizione della stanza è molto buona, giusto al centro di Santo Antonio, una via con diversi locali, e molto piacevole e tranquilla per passeggiare, e a solo 10/15 min a piedi dall' entrata del pelourinho. Jorge e Ju sono molto ospitali e ti fanno sentire in famiglia. Praticamente si è dentro casa loro quindi non è il posto ideale per conoscere altri turisti però sicuramente lo è se si cerca un esperienza più locale e autentica.
La stanza è molto semplice e non troppo spaziosa ma ha tutto quello che serve.

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
B
Beto • solo_traveller • br
1
Pros:

Nothing. I've stayed in front of the accomodation to check in and nobody was there. So it has ruined my plans.

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Daiane • solo_traveller • br
10
Obrigada por me fazer sentir em casa 🏠
Pros:

Gostei de tudo, Jorge e a Lu fizeram eu me sentir em casa. Vou voltar a me hospedar.

Cons:

Gostei de tudo.

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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Yamara • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Hospitalidade e localização PERFEITAS! Jorge e Juliana são tão gentis e solícitos que tornaram minha experiência ainda mais prazerosa, me senti em casa. A localização é incrível, eu fiz tudo o que dei tempo a pé rs e tinha opções culturais e históricas do ladinho.

Cons:

Gostei de tudo. Só uma observação, pra mim não foi um problema, ms como o quarto triplo não tem janela, talvez seja uma questão pra alguém, daí os outros quartos seriam uma melhor opção.

2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
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Esperança • family_with_children • es
10
Genial ubicació i propietari
Pros:

La ubicació genial i Jorge i Juliana super encantadors

2025-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo traveller • de
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The owners of the house were so caring, helpful and kind! The placement of the flat was great!

2025-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Angelina • solo traveller • gb
10
Great stay in salvador in the best part of the city
Pros:

Great location, very friendly hostel

2025-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Annabelle • solo traveller • eg
10
Exceptional
2025-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Maria • with friends • us
9
Great place to stay during a great visit in Salvador!! I recommend, thumbs up.
Pros:

Canto Zen is a pleasant “home like” hostel. Both Jorge and Ju are very friendly hosts who answered all our questions and were very accommodating with all our requests. The rooms were simple, comfortable and clean. Even though it was very hot, I didn’t miss an AC. The individual fan was enough for a good night of sleep and rest for a day exploring downtown. The price, and the location were for sure VERY VERY convenient and nice! Also, even though close to “Pelourinho”, CantonZen has car access for Taxi and Uber!! Parking is not easy though.

Cons:

One thing I would love to see improved is a bathroom closer to the bedrooms. Especially during the night, a closer bathroom would be very convenient.

2025-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Rita • solo traveller • br
8
Great, clean, place in Salvador’s historic center
Pros:

Clean and peaceful place at a great location in historic district. Very kind and attentive hosts. Comfortable room.

Cons:

Breakfast included would have been nice, but I do recognize it is not common in Salvador’s hostels. There was a leak from the shower stall in the bathroom that need to be repaired. It didn’t take away from the pleasant stay, though.

2025-02-26 • via Nuitee