Picolo recommends · Hotel in Itacaré, Bahia, Brazil
Txai Resort Itacaré
Bungalows on a green hillside above a long, empty beach, with coconut palms below and the Atlantic rainforest climbing up behind you.
The palms were planted for coconuts long before anyone thought of guests. Today the old plantation south of Itacaré is a resort, with bungalows spread up the slope and a wide beach below that rarely feels crowded.
Behind the rooms the Atlantic rainforest takes over. The resort organises outings to waterfalls and to beaches you would struggle to reach alone, and when you come back there is a spa waiting.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Txai Resort Itacaré
We picked Txai for the setting. Few resorts in Brazil give you a beach this long with nothing but forest around it, and the bungalows make it feel more like a stay in nature than a beach hotel.
Getting here takes effort: a flight to Ilhéus, then a drive along the coast. The Atlantic is not always gentle on this stretch, so ask the staff where to swim. If you want nightlife or short transfers, choose somewhere else.
What you get
- Long beach in front of the resort
- Former coconut plantation with rainforest behind
- Bungalows on the hillside
- Spa
- Excursions to waterfalls and remote beaches
A day at Txai Resort Itacaré
- Morning
- A walk along the sand while the tide is out.
- Midday
- A trip into the forest to swim beneath a waterfall.
- Afternoon
- A massage in the spa when the heat peaks.
- Evening
- Dinner on the terrace with the sound of the surf below.
Location
Itacaré, Bahia, Brazil
Open in MapsQuestions about Txai Resort Itacaré
How do you get to Txai Resort Itacaré?
Fly to Ilhéus, then continue by car along the coast to the resort south of Itacaré. Arrange a transfer in advance if you would rather not drive.
Is the sea safe for swimming at Txai Resort Itacaré?
The currents can be strong on this coast. Ask the staff each day which part of the beach is best for swimming.
Who is Txai Resort Itacaré best for?
Couples and anyone drawn to wild nature, who like sand and forest side by side, and who are happy to spend most evenings at the resort.
Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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