Uxua Casa Hotel & Spa
Trancoso, Brazil
Situated in Trancoso's historic Quadrado, a UNESCO-protected town square in Brazil's Bahia state, UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa offers an authentic experience among centuries-old houses restored by designer Wilbert Das and local artisans. Guests live among native families, engaging with vibrant local culture that reflects the spirit of Trancoso.
With a focus on sustainability and community, UXUA integrates local craftsmanship into every aspect of the guest experience. Art enthusiasts and those interested in genuine cultural immersion will appreciate the atmosphere.
Rooms and suites
Accommodations consist of 16 individually styled one- to three-bedroom casas, half of which date back centuries and face the Quadrado. Each casa features bespoke furniture crafted from reclaimed materials. Options include the treehouse-like Casa da Árvore, elevated among the treetops with an outdoor spa tub, and the historic Zé e Zilda with views over the Quadrado. Many casas offer private gardens, plunge pools and open-air bathrooms, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor spaces.
For families or groups, the expansive three-bedroom Casa do Lago offers a swimming lake with rare fish species. Couples might prefer Terraço do Céu, which boasts a rooftop plunge pool overlooking Trancoso. All casas are equipped with kitchens or kitchenettes.
Amenities and experiences
Farm-to-table tropical cuisine and fresh seafood at the al fresco Quadrado dining area, and Bahian fusion dishes at the UXUA Praia Bar.
Treatments at UXUA Vida Spa using organic products made on-site, like the Relaxing Almescar Oil Massage and Moonbath Pre-Sun Body Scrub.
A pool composed of 40,000 green aventurine quartz stones.
Beachfront lounge with drinks, fusion cuisine and services like massages, yoga and capoeira on the sand.
Lessons on juice mixology, chocolate making and essential oil extraction using ingredients from the hotel's garden.
Capoeira instruction from local masters, and private lessons in forró, samba and other Brazilian dances.
Equipped with resistance machines, free weights, treadmill, recumbent bike and water-rower. Personal trainer available.
Guided treks, horseback riding, mountain biking, kayaking, surfing, kite and windsurfing and sustainable foraging excursions to discover Bahia’s biodiversity.
Many casas feature private pools, plunge pools or spa tubs.
How to get here
Located in Trancoso's historic Quadrado, UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa is an eight-minute walk from the beach via a path through the square and a wooden bridge through mangroves. The hotel's position places guests among the square's shops and restaurants, with nearby attractions like the village of Caraíva approximately an hour away.
