Immense Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires’ eclectic districts can feel like entirely different towns, from the grand boulevards of Recoleta and the colourful street art in Palermo to the lively tango culture of historic San Telmo and La Boca.
We’ve used our firsthand local knowledge to handpick the most comfortable hotels in the best locations to make your city stay unforgettable.
Where to stay in Buenos Aires
When travelling to Antarctica, we recommend basing yourself in the stylish districts of Palermo or Recoleta to make the most of your stopover time. Both neighbourhoods are packed with character and have excellent shopping and dining opportunities. Just 10 minutes by taxi from the city’s domestic Jorge Newbery International Airport, they are also well located.
Recoleta, the city’s most upmarket district, is known for French neoclassical architecture and sweeping tree-lined avenues that contribute towards Buenos Aires’ reputation as the ‘Paris of South America’. In contrast, Palermo exudes a bohemian atmosphere, with eye-catching murals, trend-setting boutiques, and quirky bistros where tables spill out onto the streets.
When in Buenos Aires en route to Antarctica, I loved staying in Palermo. Its Soho style and laidback feel was perfect. I spent my days getting to know its steakhouses and enjoying its fantastic cafes. I’ll definitely return.
Daniel Brooks Antarctica Specialist
Our recommended hotels
The South America experts in our team know Buenos Aires intimately and have handpicked our favourite hotels in the city. Each have a fantastic location, offer excellent value for money and receive wonderful feedback from our past travellers.
Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt
Once a magnificent neoclassical palace, now a five-star hotel, this property has the wow factor. It features its own winery, impressive artwork, manicured gardens, a choice of restaurants and impeccable service. Its rooms are sleek, ample and stylish, with either park or street views.
Located in the heart of Recoleta, next door to the Apostolic Nunciature, the Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt is within walking distance of the district's main attractions. Enjoy some of the city’s historic cafes, best restaurants and tastiest ice-cream parlours nearby.
Palladio Hotel Buenos Aires MGallery
Set on the bustling Callao Avenue and opposite the leafy Plaza Rodríguez Peña Park, Palladio provides a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere with a strong focus on art and design. This accommodation is within walking distance of Recoleta’s most renowned sights and just two minutes on foot from the spectacular El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookshop.
The 11th-floor Terazza Bar is a convivial spot for an evening cocktail, and the hotel restaurant offers a wide selection of international and local cuisine. Rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated. After a day of sightseeing, you can relax beside the outdoor pool or enjoy a treatment at the sleek spa.
Legado Mitico
This boutique hotel is an intimate oasis in the heart of energetic Palermo. A wide selection of international restaurants surround the property, and the popular weekend craft markets at Plaza Serrano are just a five-minute walk away.
Attentively decorated to immerse visitors in the city's culture and history, this hotel effortlessly blends modern comforts with Argentinian heritage. The spacious outside terrace on the ground level and rooftop sun deck are relaxing retreats from the hubbub of the city.
Loi Suites, Recoleta
Tucked away in this sleek district of Buenos Aires, Loi Suites Recoleta is in a prime location, just steps away from the atmospheric Recoleta Cemetery and pleasant tree-lined boulevards of Avenida Alvear.
The hotel's standout feature is its winter garden, where an elegant glass dome encircles a palm-filled restaurant and pool. Guests can also make use of the compact fitness centre, spa and dry sauna before retiring to their spacious hotel room with its stylish, minimal decor.
Our favourite Buenos Aires hotels
Lobby at Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt, Buenos Aires
Dining room at Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt, Buenos Aires
Bedroom at Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt, Buenos Aires
Pool at Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt, Buenos Aires
Outside Palladio, Buenos Aires
Bar at Palladio, Buenos Aires
Breakfast room at Palladio, Buenos Aires
Bedroom at Palladio, Buenos Aires
Hotels in Buenos Aires: FAQs
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What is the standard of hotels in Buenos Aires?
You can expect most hotels to be of the standard you’d expect in a comparable city back home, with one notable exception: the hotel's rating. A 4* hotel in Argentina is likely to be slightly more ‘basic’ than its American / European equivalent. We have tried to select hotels where this mismatch is not significant.
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Will the staff speak English?
Most customer-facing staff will speak conversational English, but don’t expect all staff to be able to communicate in English. In 4* and 5* hotels many staff will have good language skills and many people in Buenos Aires can speak some basic English. Try learning a few basic phrases in Spanish beforehand, to help you interact with your hosts.
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How safe are the hotels in Buenos Aires?
You can expect the hotels to be safe. Having said that, there are pickpockets operating in the city, and sometimes they even try their hand in the public areas of hotels. Always be attentive to your bags and belongings and leave your valuables (passport, cash etc) in the room safe.
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Do I need to pay a tourist tax and/or VAT?
All foreign visitors to Buenos Aires must pay a daily ‘tourist tax’ for their stay in the city, but are VAT-exempt for accommodation. We take these important factors into account in our pricing.
What our customers think of Buenos Aires hotels
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 & Edwina - UK
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