Fodor's Expert Review Pousada Xamã

A calm oasis tucked away near Praia do Amor, this well-run pousada offers friendly service, charming rooms, and a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by tropical trees. Rooms come with hammocks and air-conditioning, although if you are looking for privacy, request one of the newer rooms on the second floor, which have private balconies. The breakfast buffet is one of the best in town, with endless homemade cakes, yogurts, and granola—the perfect fuel for spending a day surfing or soaking up the sun. Keep an eye out for the little monkeys that hang in the fruit trees, waiting to share your banana.