The name, Kiaroa Eco-Luxury Resort, says it all. This environmentally friendly beachfront resort, remotely situated on the tip of the Maraú Peninsula in south Bahia, offers a mix of simple pleasures and decadent extravagances. White sandy beaches, aquamarine waters, and towering palms swaying in the breeze create a natural setting so idyllic that you could probably be happy staying in a tent; stepping inside the lavish French Polynesian-inspired complex, as a result, feels like sensory overload.
The resort comprises 14 freestanding bungalows and a central lodge with 14 more rooms, all outfitted in a style that might be called tropical chic: natural colors from crisp white and rosy sand to exotic turquoise, fluttering white canopies, high vaulted ceilings, accents of straw and shell. Private verandas, Egyptian cotton linens by Trussardi, Natura Ekos bath products, and large plasma TVs come standard, but the bungalows feature much more.
Most offer private pools lined in smooth navy blue tile, thatched-roof pavilions, and unobstructed views of the ocean or the surrounding jungle. Which doesn’t mean that those staying in the standard rooms are missing out on much — the huge main swimming pool curves around a grassy island where guests can lie back in a chaise lounge and order caipirinhas from the Ibiscus bar. There’s another bar down on the beach — though comparatively small, Kiaroa is, after all, a proper resort, with tennis courts, a full-service spa, a gourmet seafood restaurant, a boutique, a lounge, and complimentary bikes. And eco-conscious travelers can rest easy, or snorkel peacefully, or dine with a clear conscience, knowing that the resort is truly committed to respecting the gorgeous natural environment. Kiaroa uses solar energy, recycles water, and employs locals from the surrounding Bahian communities.
How To Get There:
Kiaroa Eco-Luxury Resort is approximately a 30 minute flight from Salvador International Airport. For guests who wish to drive, the hotel can also be reached by car and boat, with the last leg of the trip including a boat ride and a transfer by a hotel vehicle. This trip takes approximately 6 hours. The hotel is also a 3 hour drive from Ilhéus.
author watson@mouselink.net, source www.tablethotels.com
