Must-see hotels in Buenos Aires

  • Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    If it's good enough for presidents, diplomats and Tom Cruise, it's good enough for us. The luxurious Park Hyatt takes up a city block and consists of two…

  • Poetry Building

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    These gorgeous studios and one-bedroom apartments are perfect for families. Each one is different, eclectically decorated with reproduction antique…

  • Chill House

    Buenos Aires

    This relaxed and friendly guesthouse is in a remodeled old house with high ceilings and a rustic artsy style, and has 10 private rooms (number 6, with a…

  • Cruce's Hotel Boutique

    Buenos Aires

    This beautiful guesthouse, located in a building that dates from the 1830s, is a peaceful little place in a slightly off-the-beaten-path neighborhood…

  • Casa Calma

    Buenos Aires

    Hidden behind a living wall of greenery is this eco-conscious hideaway. Guest rooms are pristine and relaxing with Jacuzzi baths and a serene ambiance;…

  • Alvear Palace Hotel

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    The classiest, most traditional hotel in BA oozes old-world sophistication and has the service and facilities you would expect of a five-star hotel, with…

  • Four Seasons

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    No surprise here: the Four Seasons offers all the perks that define a five-star hotel, like free-standing bathtubs facing TVs hidden in the bathroom…

  • Milhouse Hostel

    Buenos Aires

    This popular party hostel offers a plethora of activities and services. Dorms are good and private rooms are pleasant; most surround an open patio. Common…

  • Hostel Estoril

    Buenos Aires

    This well-run indie hostel occupies three floors in a beautiful old building. It’s stylish and clean, with pleasant, good-sized dorms and hotel-quality…

  • Hotel Pulitzer

    Buenos Aires

    In a convenient location, this sleek boutique hotel has a contemporary lobby with minimalist decor. Rooms are spacious and stylish with monochrome…

  • Portal del Sur

    Buenos Aires

    Located in a charming old building, this is one of the city’s better hostels. Beautiful dorms and hotel-quality private rooms surround a central common…

  • Racó de Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires

    This Italian-designed building in a non-touristy neighborhood offers 12 lovely rooms with different styling, from virgin white classic to subdued…

  • Sabatico Travelers Hostel

    Buenos Aires

    This friendly hostel is located in an antique house off the tourist circuit, but it's still within walking distance of San Telmo and Congreso. Pleasant…

  • Hotel Facón Grande

    Buenos Aires

    For those seeking a touch of the country in Buenos Aires, there’s this (slightly) gaucho-themed hotel. The lobby has rustic furniture and cowhide-covered…

  • Ayres de Recoleta

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    The studio apartments here all come with king-size beds or two twins and are spacious and well-equipped, though the deco is a little dull. There are also…

  • Hotel Boutique Bonito

    Buenos Aires

    A lovely boutique hotel with just five artsy rooms mixing the traditional and contemporary. Some have loft beds and small balconies; floors are wooden or…

  • Pop Hotel

    Buenos Aires

    Located near Villa Crespo's outlet stores is this bright and colorful hotel. Halls are carpeted and rooms are modern and comfy, all with fridge and flat…

  • V & S Hostel Club

    Buenos Aires

    This attractive, centrally located hostel is located in a French-style building with large windows and exposed brick walls. The common space is good for…

  • Art Suites

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    The luxurious, modern and spacious apartments at Art Suites all feature natural light, minimalist decor, full kitchens or kitchenettes, sunny balconies…

  • Goya Hotel

    Buenos Aires

    This family-run hotel is a good budget choice with 42 modern, comfortable and carpeted rooms. ‘Classic’ rooms are older and have open showers; ‘superior’…

  • Novotel Hotel

    Buenos Aires

    This large, contemporary French chain hotel is tastefully designed. Rooms are comfortable, but the highlight is out back, where a beautiful deck surrounds…

  • Petit Recoleta Hostel

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    This hostel is comfortable enough and in a good location. It's in an old building that has character but is showing its age in places, though the communal…

  • Hotel Lyon

    Buenos Aires

    If you’re a traveling family or group on a budget, consider this old-school, French-style place. The two- and three- bedroom apartments are basic and no…

  • Hotel Avenida

    Buenos Aires

    Just 34 plain but efficient rooms greet you at this friendly place. There’s a pleasant breakfast area and the location is great, right near Plaza de Mayo…

  • Hotel Lafayette

    Buenos Aires

    Spacious, elegant rooms are on offer at this comfortable, well-run downtown hotel that attracts a largely business clientele. The bathrooms are small but…

  • Gran Hotel Hispano

    Buenos Aires

    The tiny stairway lobby here isn’t an impressive start, but upstairs there’s a sweet atrium area with covered patio. Most rooms are carpeted and rather…

  • Hotel Tres Sargentos

    Buenos Aires

    A good deal for the location, this simple budget hotel has an interesting history – writer Julio Cortázar once stayed here. The carpets are a bit worn,…

  • Gran Hotel Oriental

    Buenos Aires

    Despite its name this hotel is not grand, but it is reasonably priced. Downstairs rooms are a bit dark and have fans only (get one upstairs), and showers…

  • Livin’ Residence

    Buenos Aires

    All of these apartments have a simple, contemporary feel, with tasteful furniture, flat-screen TVs, small kitchens and balconies. There’s a tiny rooftop…

  • Claridge Hotel

    Buenos Aires

    Behind the Claridge's grand entrance is a less high-end hotel than you might expect. Standard rooms are fine but go for a suite (some with balcony and…

  • Hotel Marbella

    Buenos Aires

    The carpeted rooms at this hotel are basic and rather worn, but clean – if you can stand a bit of traffic noise, try to secure one with a balcony. From…

  • Hotel Maipú

    Buenos Aires

    Head on up the marble staircase into a dim, tiled hallway. This listed historic building dates back to the 1800s and it's said that Rosas once attended…

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