Must-see hotels in Argentina

  • América del Sur

    San Telmo

    This stylish boutique-like hostel was built especially to host backpackers and youthful travelers. Beyond the reception is a cool bar area with a large…

  • Faena Hotel + Universe

    Puerto Madero

    Located in a renovated storage mill, this Philippe Starck–designed fantasy hotel is more than a place to stay. Traipse through the plush main hallway,…

  • Portal del Santo

    Cafayate

    Cool white elegance is the stock-in-trade of this hospitable family-run hotel with arched arcades. Lower rooms open onto both the front porch and the…

  • Huaira Huasi

    Quebrada de Humahuaca

    One of a handful of charming nests above town, on the main road toward Salinas Grandes, this lodge stands out for its majestic valley views and handsome…

  • 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…

  • La Casona de Odile

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    Five kilometers north of the center, off Av San Martín, is one of the best hostels in Argentina. Traveler-run and sitting on 2 hectares of park-like…

  • Le Petit Palais

    Palermo

    Small but charming, this French-run B&B, set in a house from 1905, offers simple but pleasant rooms with private bathrooms. A highlight is the pretty…

  • Hotel Água Pampas

    The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast

    The town’s best stay, this place is built from local stone and recycled wood, right down to the hollow-log bathtubs. It also boasts a gray-water system to…

  • Oceano Patagonia

    Coastal Patagonia

    These luxury oceanfront condos bring a dose of Miami to sleepy Pirámides. Eleven condos have private terraces, kitchenettes, TVs and concierges on 24-hour…

  • Sol Azul

    Inland Patagonia

    Resembling an attractive mountain lodge, this welcoming hostel ups the ante with a Turkish sauna and a fully decked-out kitchen with industrial stoves…

  • Antigua Tilcara

    Quebrada de Humahuaca

    A cute red adobe building, adorned with flowers, and set up a dirt road from the town center, where the roads seemingly disappear into the hills. Rooms…

  • Estancia Rincón Chico

    Coastal Patagonia

    With a prime location for wildlife watching, this refined inn hosts university marine biologists, student researchers and tourists. Lodging is in a modern…

  • Adventure Bed & Bike

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    On most days here, you'll find gregarious owner Indiana chatting with (predominantly cyclist) guests over ample breakfasts or in the chillout areas,…

  • Hotel Posadas Urbano

    Misiones

    This smartly renovated hotel has rapidly become top dog with its wide array of facilities and great central location. Bright, very large, carpeted…

  • Jasy Hotel

    Puerto Iguazú

    Original and peaceful, these 10 two-level rooms, with a great design for family sleeping, climb a hill like a forest staircase and are all equipped with a…

  • Espacio Mundano

    Salta

    An artistic oasis in the heart of Salta. The setting is a 200-year-old house, converted into an art studio and B&B that is a riot of color and imagination…

  • Camping Lago Roca

    Inland Patagonia

    This full-service campground with restaurant-bar, located a few kilometers past the education camp, makes an excellent adventure base. The clean concrete…

  • Casa de Piedra

    Puerto Madryn

    This wonderful B&B shines with warm and attentive service. The artisan owners have thoughtfully crafted every detail, from stone patterns in the walkway…

  • El Casco Art Hotel

    Bariloche

    Nestling on a land spur overlooking Lago Nahuel Huapi, this intimate boutique hotel is both for art lovers (the place is decorated with over 500 pieces of…

  • Refugio Agostino Rocca

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    This cozy mountain lodge has room for 80 guests, made welcome in eight co-ed dorms. Hot meals are available at extra cost, though guests are welcome to…

  • Bonita Lake House

    Bariloche

    With its gorgeous lakefront setting, close to Playa Bonita, this friendly hostel is where international travelers mingle with locals looking for some R&R…

  • Senderos Hostería

    El Chaltén

    This contemporary, corrugated-tin home offers wonderful amenities for trekkers seeking creature comforts. The on-site restaurant serves exquisite gourmet…

  • Hotel Puerto Blest

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    This small hotel sits on the bank of Lago Nahuel Huapi, at the end of its westernmost arm. Popular both as a romantic retreat and as overnight…

  • Hotel Territorio

    Puerto Madryn

    Set behind beautiful dunes with ocean views, this 36-room hotel is minimalist chic, with polished concrete, plush modern furniture and an entire whale…

  • Hostería La Masía

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    Taking the whole Edelweiss thing to the next level, La Masía offers plenty of dark-wood paneling, heavy wooden beams, arched doorways and cast-iron light…

  • Posada Los Juncos

    Bariloche

    Sitting on a tranquil piece of land, surrounded by ancient araucaria pines, this homey, luxurious guesthouse gets pretty much everything right. The…

  • Aldebaran Hotel & Spa

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    Picture yourself sitting by a roaring fire in a cozy lounge with rough-hewn stone walls, or stargazing with your sweetie in a hot tub overlooking an…

  • Hi Patagonia Hostel

    Puerto Madryn

    With wonderful service, this central hostel provides a congenial adventure base. Double-glazed windows ensure your rest, while a grassy backyard and…

  • La Escondida

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    A small posada (inn) tucked away down by the lakefront. There are just six rooms, all fitted out in fine detail and with decks overlooking the water…

  • Amerian Hotel Casino Gala

    The Gran Chaco

    The city’s smartest choice, with various grades of room and slick service. Rooms are excellent for these rates: very spacious, and with a dark, elegant,…

  • Periko’s

    Bariloche

    An atmospheric little hostel set up on the hill overlooking Bariloche. Rooms are nicely situated around the kitchen, the social hub of the place, staff…

  • Antarctica Hostel

    Ushuaia

    This friendly backpacker hub delivers with a warm atmosphere and helpful staff. The open floor plan and beer on tap are plainly conducive to making…

  • 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;…

  • Estancia Cristina

    Inland Patagonia

    Locals in the know say the most outstanding trekking in the region is right here. Lodgings are in bright, modern cabins with expansive views. A visit…

  • Legado Mítico

    Salta

    The elegant rooms, some faithful to the style of this noble old Salta house, some with a subtle indigenous theme, are reason enough to book in at this…

  • La Raclette

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    Inside this turreted residence, the narrow, low-ceilinged hallways lead on to spacious, comfortable rooms. What really tip the scales are the downstairs…

  • Bo Hotel & Spa

    Salta & Jujuy Provinces

    This smart place on substantial grassy grounds offers eight spacious rooms decorated in an upbeat style with modern fabrics and colors. Enjoy a range of…

  • Hostal Bajo Cero

    Bariloche & the Lake District

    A little over 1km northwest of the bus terminal is this gorgeous hostel, with large, well-designed rooms and lovely doubles with down comforters. It has a…

  • Casa Antucura

    Mendoza & the Central Andes

    Set in the middle of 94 hectares of vineyard, Casa Antucura is one of the more intimate wine lodges. Of the eight rooms, only two have mountain views –…

  • Estancia Ave María

    The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast

    Just a few kilometers outside of town and practically next door to Cerro El Centinela, Estancia Ave María is a wonderful traditional retreat that…

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