Brought to you by
High above Resende beach in Bahia, where the Atlantic meets the edge of the wild, a sanctuary unfolds. Barracuda Hotel & Villas is not simply a place to stay, it is a place to be. Here, 26 hectares of untouched Atlantic Forest cascade toward the sea, blurring the line between land and water, between architecture and nature, between the self and something greater.
Nestled into the green hillside and just a short walk from Pituba, the beating heart of Itacaré village, where Bahian culture pulses with music, color, and life, this haven was designed for those who seek stillness in the vibrant, for privacy without isolation, for connection that feels effortless.
Hammock hideout
Tarso Figueira
Every detail carries intention. Swedish minimalism flows through the architecture in clean lines and quiet restraint, softened by the tactile beauty of the tropics: sun-warmed wood, raw linen, handwoven textures, the scent of salt and forest. It is a balance of worlds, back elegance of the north meeting the exuberant soul of Bahia.
The suites open generously onto sweeping views of the jungle and sea, inviting the breeze to wander through. Silence is sacred here. Time slows. In the Villas, this feeling deepens, generous, light-filled spaces designed for long conversations, barefoot mornings, and moonlit dinners, all with the comforts of home and the attentiveness of a hotel.
Infinity pool at Barracuda in Brazil
Tarso Figueira
But Barracuda is more than its design. It is a philosophy of living. A celebration of nature, of slowness, of authenticity. Here, the art of living means surrendering to southern Bahia’s rhythms – to swim, taste, breathe, and feel deeply. Barracuda honours the community around it, the vibrant culture that inspires it, and the precious land upon which it rests.
To celebrate by the seaside the joy of living, honoring the preserved nature of southern Bahia and respecting the fascinating local culture. This is the art of hospitality, as practised at Barracuda. Not taught, but lived.
Find your home in Bahia by emailing reservations@thebarracuda.com.br; calling +55(73)31999025; or Whatsapping +55(73)9 99833405
