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The Cocoa Coast offers a series of upscale resorts that are remotely located, set right on the beach, and offer a wide range of amenities and activities. For charming, more affordable pousadas, the best options lie closer to surf towns, such as Itacaré, and dotted along the marvelous peninsula of Maraú.
On an island with a giant coconut grove, this grande dame of Brazilian beach resorts remains a favorite choice for families with kids, golf lovers, and water-sport fanatics. The best accommodations are the beachfront bungalows—each has a balcony and a hammock. The many activities include fishing, tennis, paddleboarding, jet-skiing, and other water sports. The hotel, 70 km (43 miles) south of Ilhéus, has its own airstrip for guests who arrive by private plane.
This sprawling, luxury ecoresort sits among 100 hectares (250 acres) of coconut groves on one of the region's most beautiful beaches and has delightful facilities, including a hilltop spa with views over the ocean and virgin Mata Atlântica rain forest. Each of the 38 stand-alone bungalows faces directly on to the beach, where from December to March guests can take part in the baby-turtle conservation project organized by the hotel. There are three swimming pools, a beach bar, and a gourmet restaurant specializing in fresh Bahian seafood.
