Cosmopolitan, full of life, packed with things to do, things to eat and things to see, Buenos Aires should be on every world traveller’s itinerary. Not only the mixed cultural heritage but the incredibly beautiful buildings that dot the city make it a joy to explore.
But Buenos Aires is absolutely MASSIVE – how do you pick to stay? In bohemian San Telmo, the trendy Palermo Soho, or maybe the historic area of Recoleta? Each one is different, so it’s difficult to choose!
Don’t worry. We’ve done the hard work for you, choosing and sorting through the best hostels in Buenos Aires so all you have to do now is pick from our list.
Designed to help you quickly find an awesome hostel, this bargain guide will help you see which of the best Buenos Aires hostels is right for you!
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Quick Answers – The Coolest Hostels in Buenos Aires
#1 Best Overall Hostel in Buenos Aires – America Del Sur Hostel
#2 Best Hostel for Solo Travellers in Buenos Aires – Rayuela Hostel Boutique
#3 Best Party Hostel in Buenos Aires – Millhouse Hostel Hipo
#4 Best Hostel in San Telmo – Art Factory San Telmo
#5 Best Hostel in Palermo – Republica Palemo
#6 Best Hostel near Jorge Newbery Airport – Lopez Hostel & Suites
#7 Best High-end Hostel in Buenos Aires – Circus Hostel & Hotel
#8 Best Cheap Hostel in Buenos Aires – Portal del Sur
#9 Best Hostel with a Private Room in Buenos Aires – Chill House
#1 – America Del Sur Hostel
Best Overall Hostel in Buenos Aires
America Del Sur Hostel is the best overall hostel in Buenos Aires
America Del Sur Hostel is the best overall hostel in Buenos Aires
America Del Sur Hostel is the best overall hostel in Buenos Aires- Cost – $$
- Location – Chacabuco 718
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like America Del Sur Hostel…
This recommended hostel in Buenos Aires is one of those places that’s more like a hotel than a hostel. But even if it doesn’t have that ‘traditional’ hostel vibe, it’s still the best overall hostel in Buenos Aires because it’s clean, modern, the staff are amazing and the atmosphere is relaxed.
America Del Sur Hostel is perfect for…
Couples! If you’re travelling in a couple and you want to stay in a hotel but you’re on a tight budget, this place is a great option for you. The location of this hostel in San Telmo is great for anybody who likes exploring an alternative side to a city, thanks to the pop-up bars and street murals of this old barrio.
#2 – Rayuela Hostel Boutique
Best Hostel for Solo Travellers in Buenos Aires
Rayuela Hostel Boutique is the best hostel for solo travellers in Buenos Aires
Rayuela Hostel Boutique is the best hostel for solo travellers in Buenos Aires
Rayuela Hostel Boutique is the best hostel for solo travellers in Buenos Aires- Cost – $$
- Location – 887 Belgrano Ave. 1
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Rayuela Hostel Boutique…
The homely atmosphere at this recommended hostel in Buenos Aires really makes it feel as if you’re coming home every time you return to the hostel. This great vibe makes it easily the best hostel for solo travellers in Cartagena. The communal dinners are also something we can really get on board with!
Rayuela Hostel Boutique is perfect for…
If you want to feel welcome by friendly staff, plus make friends with fellow travellers, then staying at this youth hostel in Buenos Aires is a great option for you. There’s a real family atmosphere here, as shown by the ‘family dinners’ – it’s a great place for anyone who loves to be social.
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#3 – Millhouse Hostel Hipo
Best Party Hostel in Buenos Aires
Millhouse Hostel Hipo is the best party hostel in Buenos Aires
Millhouse Hostel Hipo is the best party hostel in Buenos Aires
Millhouse Hostel Hipo is the best party hostel in Buenos Aires- Cost – $$
- Location – Hipolito Yirigoyen 959
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Millhouse Hostel Hipo…
We like that this hostel is so lively and fun. There is a great social atmosphere and a good bar at this place which goes a long way to secure its position as the best party hostel in Buenos Aires. The setting of this place in a 19th-century building is simply stunning, which of course we love.
Millhouse Hostel Hipo is perfect for…
Party people will definitely like this hostel. We think that it would be great for solo travellers too, since the party atmosphere, social events and group excursions make it easy to make friends at this brilliant Buenos Aires backpackers hostel. The spacious private rooms are also great for couples looking for a slice of luxury.
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#4 – Art Factory San Telmo
Best Hostel in San Telmo
- Cost – $$
- Location – Piedras 545, San Telmo
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Art Factory San Telmo…
Staying in the fun and bohemian district of San Telmo is made even better by staying at a cool Buenos Aires hostel to match, and that’s where Art Factory comes in. We like that this is a nice option for a budget hostel in Buenos Aires, being affordable as it is – as well as social and comfy.
Art Factory San Telmo is perfect for…
With a terrace, bar and common room, this is a great place to meet people, which of course makes it great for solo travellers. If you’re looking for the best hostel in San Telmo, then this is a good place for you – it matches the lively atmosphere of the area perfectly!
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#5 – Republica Palemo
Best Hostel in Palemo
- Cost – $$
- Location – Costa Rica 4828
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Republica Palemo..
We really love the location of this place the most. Set in the fancy area of Palermo Soho, it’s easily the best hostel in Palermo not only because it’s right in the heart of the district, but also because the staff are great and the atmosphere is nice and relaxed.
Republica Palemo is perfect for…
Not looking for a party hostel? Want a chilled base to explore the incredible city of Buenos Aires from? Then Republica Palermo would be a great choice. This is definitely one for city explorers, with many bars and cafes in easy walking distance. The quiet atmosphere of this Buenos Aires backpackers hostel would also suit an older traveller.
#6 – Lopez Hostel & Suites
Best Hostel near Jorge Newbery Airport
- Cost – $$
- Location – Avenida Santa Fe 5172
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Lopez Hostel & Suites…
The sleek and minimalist decor of this Buenos Aires backpackers hostel is something that we really love. But besides the incredibly cool style of this place, we also love the convenience of being so close to Jorge Newbery Airport. The building itself also has a lot of historic charm, which we like.
Lopez Hostel & Suites is perfect for…
Being the best hostel near Jorge Newbery Airport, this place is perfect if you have domestic or South American flight departing from here. Other than that, it’s also one of the coolest hostels in Buenos Aires and would suit someone with an eye for design, or for a couple looking to stay in an Instagram-worthy environment.
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#7 – Circus Hostel & Hotel
Best High-end Hostel in Buenos Aires
- Cost – $$
- Location – Chacabuco 1020
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Circus Hostel & Hotel…
We love the bright interior design of this top hostel in Buenos Aires. Everything is white and pale wood, which makes it feel very luxurious – and so do the spacious dining area, comfortable beds and the great showers. All of it adds up to the best high-end hostel in Buenos Aires.
Circus Hostel & Hotel is perfect for…
Style-lovers and couples will love staying at this place. Possibly the coolest hostel in Buenos Aires, it isn’t very high in lively atmosphere, but of course it looks the part and is very stylish, so if that is more important to you than a ‘traditional’ hostel environment then staying here is a great idea.
#8 – Portal del Sur
Best Cheap Hostel in Buenos Aires
- Cost – $$
- Location – Hipolito Yrigoyen 855
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Portal del Sur…
Not only do we like that the building of this hostel has 120 years of history, we also like that it has credentials such as being voted as one of the best hostels in Buenos Aires by the likes of Lonely Planet and Tripadvisor. Most of all though we love the price, which is very easy on the wallet!
Portal del Sur is perfect for…
If you’re looking for the best cheap hostel in Buenos Aires, either because you’re on a tight backpacking budget or you just like to save money, this is a perfect option for you. The atmosphere is friendly, the breakfast makes it good value for money – and the architecture and decor is cool, which is great for style hounds.
#9 – Chill House
Best Hostel with a Private Room in Buenos Aires
- Cost – $$
- Location – Aguero 781
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Chill House…
Chill House is one of the coolest hostels we’ve ever seen, let alone the coolest hostel in Buenos Aires. The decor is completely stylish, part rustic and part minimalist, which we really love. The free breakfast and the amazing location also makes this place great. Its private rooms are immense.
Chill House is perfect for…
Couples. Or digital nomads. Anybody looking for the best hostel with a private room in Buenos Aires will really like Chill House. The rooms are so beautiful you won’t be sure whether to Instagram them or sleep in them. They really are that cool. Want to explore the city? This place is perfectly positioned for that, too.
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#10 – Buenos Aires V&S Hostel Club
- Cost – $$
- Location – 887 Viamonte St
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Buenos Aires V&S Hostel Club …
This youth hostel in Buenos Aires is set in a 19th-century French-style house, which is something that we can really get on board with. With its exposed brick walls, houseplants everywhere, retro wooden furniture, it’s easily one of the coolest hostels in Buenos Aires. We also really like the very convenient location.
Buenos Aires V&S Hostel Club is perfect for…
If you want to stay in a chilled setting that not only looks nice but also means that you will be perfectly positioned to explore what Buenos Aires has to offer, then staying at this recommended hostel in Buenos Aires would be a great idea. There’s a shared kitchen to use here, which is good for keeping costs down.
#11 – Master Hostel
- Cost – $$
- Location – Paraguay 4668
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Art Factory Soho…
We love the bright colours of this Buenos Aires backpackers hostel – the purple, yellow, orange colour pops are so different to many other monochrome, sleek hostels. The location in Palermo Viejo (Old Palermo), meaning the streets are lined with beautiful, historic houses, which is also a great place to explore.
Art Factory Soho is perfect for…
If you’re looking to explore an area of Buenos Aires that isn’t somewhere all the tourists go – those being Palermo Soho or the backpacker area of San Telmo, amongst others – then staying at Master Hostel might be a nice option for you. Fans of value for money will also enjoy the free buffet breakfast.
#12 – Pyxis Hostel
- Cost – $$
- Location – Silvio L. Ruggieri 2785
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Pyxis Hostel…
This friendly little hostel has nice dorm rooms with lots of space to store your belongings and get a restful nights sleep. Public transport links are located just a stone’s throw away and the hostel is close to interesting sights, which makes this place one of the best hostels in Buenos Aires.
Pyxis Hostel is perfect for…
A cool hostel in Buenos Aires for socialising, this is the perfect place to meet other like-minded travellers. There is a great kitchen where you can get chatting to other travellers whilst cooking dinner and a common area where you can choose what music to play while sipping on drinks from the hostel bar!
#13 – Art Factory Soho
- Cost – $$
- Location – Charcas 4500
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Art Factory Soho…
This really is one of the coolest hostels in Buenos Aires. Polished concrete bathrooms and cute artist’s designs decorating the place make the whole hostel look trendy. Big windows let lots of light in and colonial features such as a sweeping staircase make for a special place to stay in the city.
Art Factory Soho is perfect for…
More like a hotel, this hostel is one of the best hostels in Buenos Aires for its mix of old and new. Housed in a big old building, this hostel is perfect for travellers who want privacy, but also want to be in walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars and markets.
#14 – BA Big Adventure
- Cost – $$
- Location – Hipolito Yrigoyen 1156
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like BA Big Adventure…
We like this hostel not just because they serve up a free breakfast, but also because the staff will make sure your stay in the city runs as smoothly as possible. There is a kitchen for guests to use as well as a lounge and the dorms are simple but clean and safe.
BA Big Adventure is perfect for…
Perfect for travellers who want a no-frills hostel, this top Buenos Aires youth hostel is situated in walking distance to lots of the top sites in the city. There is a metro station a short walk away and lots of dining options nearby.
#15 – Benita Hostel
- Cost – $$
- Location – Billinghurst 1411
- Reviews → Check on Hostel World
Why we like Benita Hostel…
Located in an old colonial building, we like this cool Buenos Aires hostel for its stylish and bright decor. White walls and big windows paired with chic parquet floors make the whole place look beautiful. Guests have the use of a well stocked communal kitchen and lounge and some rooms even come with balconies.
Benita Hostel is perfect for…
The perfect backpacker hostel in Buenos Aires for travellers who are looking for somewhere reasonably priced, but also clean and welcoming to stay. The quiet rooms and comfy beds are great for getting a good night’s sleep but there’s also a fun social atmosphere in the common areas.
FAQ’s
How Much are Hostels in Buenos Aires?
Of course, it all depends on location, style, and service, but dorm rooms typically come in fairly affordable at around $10 for a mixed dorm room. Private rooms generally start out between $30 and $40 for the most basic room and go up from there.
What are Hostels in Buenos Aires Like?
Depends on the neighborhood! Many hostels have a historic vibe, especially in the center, and plenty also make use of the European style, contemporary art scene, and cool tango venues Buenos Aires is known for.
How Safe are Hostels in Buenos Aires?
If you do your research, there should be no problems. Some neighborhoods are however more prone to crime, and it's always a good idea to make sure the hostel has lockers and some form of video recording or security service to stay safe.
How to Find Hostels in Buenos Aires?
Hostelworld is always a great resource to search online for hostels. If you're a long-term traveler, ask other adventurers on the road in South America about their experience to get advice about where to stay!
Conclusion to the Best Hostels in Buenos Aires, Argentina
So that’s it! The best hostels in Buenos Aires to suit all of your travel needs.
A lot of them are located inside beautiful old buildings with colonial features mixed with stylish modern design – you might even like them so much that you want to move in!
There are so many to choose from, from arty enclaves, to backpacker budget hostels and cool social hostels to hangout in.
And if you are still having a hard time choosing the best hostel in Buenos Aires for you, then there is always our top overall hostel America Del Sur Hostel! Have fun exploring the city – adios!
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