As with many big cities, each area of Buenos Aires has its own character so choosing where you stay can make a real difference to your enjoyment of the city. There are bohemian quarters, the hustle and bustle of the city centre and more upmarket neighbourhoods with bars and cafes. Where you choose to stay will be a very personal choice depending on how you enjoy cities, the style of hotel you feel most comfortable in and the length of time you have to enjoy this vibrant, diverse city.
Palermo is very pleasant and oozing with character, with great food and a relaxed, charming feel. It has some historic buildings dating from the 1920s and is a more relaxed and safer neighbourhood than the MicroCentro or San Telmo. It is residential yet with an abundance of bars and restaurants. What it lacks are the main historic sights and museums, but these are easily and quickly accessed by the metro.
Legado Mitico
This luxury hotel offers a unique experience. With just nine rooms, it offers a very intimate, peaceful experience. The hotel rooms all have different names (rather than numbers) and themes. One of the rooms is called 'La Primer Dama' ('The First Lady'), a room themed around Evita Peron. The touches are subtle and include photos of her life, a cabinet above the bath of replica possessions and a bodice with pearls above the fireplace. There is a spacious outside terrace on the ground level and a sun deck on the roof. The hotel is located close to bars, restaurants and the subway.
Nuss
Located in a converted convent, this 22 room hotel is chic and trendy. It has a rooftop plunge pool and sun deck and is just around the corner from the main bars and restaurants of Palermo Soho. We don't advise staying on a Friday or Saturday night unless you plan to be out with the night owls. It was lovingly restored in 2009 and does an excellent job of combining the classic Spanish style with the modern touches and styles of Buenos Aires.
Casa Sur Palermo
A well-located, artistically-styled hotel with cheery staff and generously sized rooms. Escape the high-rises in charming Palermo and enjoy some of the city's best restaurants on your doorstep, or borrow a (free) bike and explore further afield. Casa Sur, with its rooftop bar, pool and modern restaurant, is swish but welcoming.
Palo Santo
This hotel has a modern design with charm and a lovely atmosphere. It was set up by Buenos Aires native Pablo Porolli - who had a dream to build a green hotel in the middle of the city.
It's the first sustainable urban hotel in Argentina. Built according to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards, Palo Santo is a responsible hotel with green architecture based on the presence of vertical gardens and a comprehensive environmental program that includes the different branches of sustainable building.
Mine
Located in central Palermo Soho, with just 20 rooms, Mine has a cosy, homely feel but still manages to capture the fun bohemian buzz of Palermo. It has a garden with a pool and also a bar/restaurant that offers a happy hour. The hotel is filled with natural light and is very colourful; the rooms are quite small for a 3-4* hotel but the location and atmosphere outweighs this.
Hotel Clásico
Set across the street from the main hub of restaurants of Palermo Hollywood, this is a quirkily designed boutique hotel without the price tag of other upmarket accommodation. It has small, functional but characterful rooms, enthusiastic owners and a great breakfast. A great option for guests looking for a little bit of Buenos Aires character without too much luxury and a great location for evening entertainment.
Dazzler Palermo
Large, functional and well located, this hotel offers a great low cost offer in Palermo whilst still offering clean, spacious and private rooms. There is an outdoor pool and a large, bright dining area where breakfast is served. As with any large hotel, it offers the usual services which aren't always available in the smaller boutique hotels. This hotel is great for those on a limited budget still looking to get under the skin of trendy Palermo.
Safe, sophisticated and historic with wide avenues, tall buildings and long-established cafes, Recoleta certainly gives any visitor a sense of the grand and affluent past of Buenos Aires. What it lacks in modern trendy eateries, it certainly makes up for in gold doorways, shops filled with polo paraphernalia and the easy walking access to the famous 9th July Avenue and the Recoleta Cemetery. If you only have one or two nights in the city and want to be within a stones throw of the main historic sights, then consider Recoleta.
Duhau Palace - Park Hyatt
Park Hyatt is a luxury hotel located in the traditional Recoleta neighbourhood. The two-building complex combines the elegance of an aristocratic palace with sophisticated contemporary design.
Enjoy the experience of a residential stay in spacious rooms and suites; explore Argentine haute cuisine from talented chefs; see a curated private art collection; Relax in (possibly) the best spa in Buenos Aires and delight in memorable experiences in its inspiring gardens.
Sofitel
A wonderful 5* option in the heart of the city combining the best of Argentine and European culture in its cuisine and decor. Start the day with elegant blends of tea and coffee in the french artisan pastry, and choose from a range of fine Argentine wines in the brick bar by evening. Relaxation opportunities are particularly plentiful with a gym, indoor swimming pool, sauna and massage room. This is a great choice for those looking for luxury and comfort either for their one night stop over or during a multiple day stay in the city.
Emperador Hotel
Indulge in luxury at a hotel where custom-made beds and Italian marble bathrooms await. Located in the elegant Recoleta district, this haven offers a spa, gym, and an indoor pool, all just steps from vibrant dining and cultural attractions.
Unwind in refined comfort at the Emperador Hotel for an unforgettable Buenos Aires experience.
Loi Suites
Tucked away in this upscale district of Buenos Aires, Loi Suites Recoleta offers a luxurious stay for travellers seeking comfort and a prime location. This 4-star hotel boasts spacious and elegantly decorated rooms, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city.
Beyond the plush accommodations, guests can take advantage of the hotel's sparkling indoor pool, a welcome amenity for those seeking relaxation. The hotel's enviable location places you just steps away from the iconic Recoleta Cemetery and a vibrant collection of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
Recoleta Grand
With modern spacious rooms and large reception areas, this hotel, with just 88 rooms, is a great upmarket option in Recoleta. What it lacks in the boutique feel of quirky Palermo hotels it makes up for in its very central location in this sophisticated neighbourhood, just a few minutes walk to the famous Recoleta Cemetery and 9th July Avenue. A great option if you're short of time in this big metropolis and if your stay in Buenos Aires falls at the start of your trip. A real highlight are the wine flavoured complementary toiletries!
Casa Sur Recoleta
The sister property of the Casa Sur in Palermo, this is our top boutique hotel in Recoleta, situated right in the centre of the district. It is artistic, characterful, and close to the buzzing restaurants and parks of Recoleta.
Home Hotel
Your stylish Buenos Aires escape waits. Relax by the outdoor pool, unwind in the garden, or visit the spa. Choose from cool, comfortable rooms - some with spa baths and city views.
Start your day with a delicious breakfast with fresh juices, croissants, and homemade treats. The hotel restaurant offers international cuisine and local flavours, plus their famous daily brunch. The trendy Serrano Square craft fair is a 10-block walk, and there's a polo court 12 blocks away.
Intersur
Large, functional and well-located, the Intersur is a good lower cost option in Recoleta, which offers clean, spacious and private rooms. If you are looking for a central base and a quiet place to stay this hotel is a great option - it has everything that you'd expect of a hotel of this standard.
San Telmo was once a poor neighbourhood (and parts of it still are), but vast amounts of money have been invested opening up boutique hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes and clothes shops. It also has the lovely Plaza Dorrego which is buzzing with life until at least 1am.
It gives you the historic ‘barrio’ feel but is also just a stones throw from the city centre (literally 5 blocks). Although culturally more interesting with its historic cafes, facades and cobbles street, it might feel a little dirty and daunting if you’ve just stepped off the plane.
It is definitely not as polished or affluent as other neighbourhoods like Palermo or Recoleta; if you are visiting Buenos Aires at the start and end of your trip, consider Palermo or Recoleta at the start and then perhaps venture into San Telmo for the end.
San Telmo Luxury Suites
The only real high end choice in San Telmo. The hotel houses some stunning antiques and well thought out lounges and patios. The rooms are all on split levels offering a suites feel. The hotel has historic bars and cafes just around the corner so combines luxury and excellent service with the bohemian quirkiness of San Telmo.
Hotel Babel Boutique
Hotel Babel is located in a 200 year old building in the San Telmo district just a stone’s throw from Plaza Dorega. It's combination of old and new features creates a very funky but comfortable setting. The reception is hung with paintings from their artist in residence. A role given to emerging artists who each take a month long turn. The nine rooms are on the ground and first floor, set around a courtyard. Each room has an ensuite bathroom with hot powerful shower and plenty of mirrors. Suite rooms have king-size bed whilst standard rooms have queen-size.
Los Patios de San Telmo
With it's labyrinth of outdoor patios and balconies, this hotel is a historic gem and a fascinating look into what life must have been like in the late 1800's. There is a great cafe next door where breakfast is served. It is well located near to the main square of San Telmo and allows for a taste of boutique without the expense.
This is the business district of the city where you also find the ‘Plaza de Mayo’, Government Palace and the Obelisco. The streets are small, cramped and rather unfriendly to pedestrians but if you have just one night (midweek), then staying right in the heart of the city has its attractions.
Continental 725
If your stop over is brief in the city then this hotel is a good choice. Located right in the centre with stunning views from its roof top bar, it's a two minute walk from the main historic sights and right in the thick of the hustle and bustle that drives this city. There aren't that many places to eat close by, so we'd recommend enjoy a tango show to complete your brief stop in the city.
Yes, it is. There is a really good and easy-to-navigate metro system, a new bus system (slightly harder to work out) and lots of cheap taxis. Buenos Aires is also a great city to get out and walk; the grid system makes it easy to work out how far you are walking – one block is 100 metres, so it's hard to get lost.
Palermo and San Telmo both have a great network of restaurants and bars. Palermo tops the list thanks to its historic restaurants, hip bars, microbreweries, and cakes to die for!
Three nights is a really good length of time and gives you two full days in the city, enough time to do a whistle-stop 1/2 day city tour, explore some museums, and then head to some of the less visited areas.
We stayed at Casa Sur hotel and really liked it. Good location, helpful staff and good breakfast choice. We used their free bikes and navigated the cycle ways around the city.
Travelled: February 2017
Mike and Edwina - UK
Review:
If you have a few nights in Buenos Aires at the start and end of your trip, consider staying in two different neighbourhoods to really get a sense of the diversity and individuality of the different parts of the city.
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