Stella Maris beach, Beach in Stella Maris district, Salvador, Brazil.

Stella Maris Beach lies in the Salvador neighbourhood of the same name, in Bahia. Its water draws surfers for the waves, and at low tide natural pools form between the coral reefs. Beach barracas along the sand organise parties.

The area was farmland until the 1970s when development transformed it into a modern coastal destination. This growth brought it into prominence as a regional attraction.

Beach kiosks (barracas) along the sand organize parties, and the beach is known for waves used for surfing. The name Stella Maris is a title of the Virgin Mary as Star of the Sea, used for the surrounding neighbourhood.

Multiple access points with parking and restroom facilities make it easy to reach different areas. Regular bus service connects the beach to Salvador's city center.

At low tide, natural pools form between the coral reefs, separate from the open surf zone. The beach's name comes from the Stella Maris district, a residential neighbourhood of Salvador.