Best Hotels in Buenos Aires 2025
Find the perfect accommodation for your Buenos Aires trip - from luxury to budget.
Buenos Aires Province is Argentina's most populous and economically significant province, stretching from the Rio de la Plata estuary to the Atlantic Ocean and the Pampas grasslands. Home to the provincial capital La Plata, the glamorous beach resort of Mar del Plata, the rolling Tandil hills, and the Sierra de la Ventana mountains, the province offers an extraordinary diversity of landscapes and experiences.
Accommodation Overview
Hotels by Budget
Find accommodation that fits your travel budget.
Budget-Friendly (Under $50/night)
Hostel El Encuentro La Plata
A lively, well-run hostel in La Plata popular with students and backpackers exploring the provincial capital. The hostel has a sociable common area, a shared kitchen, and organized walking tours of La Plata's major sights.
Hostel Maree Mar del Plata
A popular backpacker hostel three blocks from the beach in Mar del Plata, with a great common area, shared kitchen, and regular social events. The hostel is an excellent hub for meeting fellow travelers and getting tips on the best surf spots and nightlife.
Camping y Cabanas El Durazno
A friendly family-run camping site and cabana complex near Villa Gesell's beaches, offering both tent and caravan sites as well as simple but comfortable wooden cabanas. The site has clean facilities, a playground, and is a short walk from the beach.
Hotel San Carlos Chascomus
A simple, clean hotel in the lakeside town of Chascomus, offering affordable accommodation steps from the shores of the famous lagoon. The hotel is popular with anglers and birdwatchers visiting the area.
Hostel Sierra de la Ventana
A welcoming budget hostel in the village of Sierra de la Ventana, perfectly located for trekkers heading into the Parque Provincial Tornquist. The hostel rents hiking equipment, provides trail maps, and organizes guided group hikes.
Hotel Tandil Centro
A no-frills but clean and central budget hotel in Tandil, offering basic comfortable rooms at very affordable prices. The location near the main plaza makes it easy to walk to restaurants, shops, and the cheese market.
Mid-Range ($50-150/night)
Comfortable Hotels
Mid-range hotels offer good value with private rooms, reliable amenities, and often include breakfast. Popular with business travelers and tourists alike.
Luxury ($150+/night)
NH Gran Hotel Provincial
An iconic Art Deco landmark on the Mar del Plata seafront, this historic hotel has welcomed Argentine presidents and celebrities since 1950. The hotel features a stunning oceanfront casino, multiple restaurants, a spa, and rooms with sweeping Atlantic views.
Hotel Costa Galana
A premier five-star beach hotel in Mar del Plata offering elegant rooms with panoramic ocean views, a rooftop pool, and a world-class thalassotherapy spa. The hotel's location on Playa Grande puts guests steps from Mar del Plata's finest beach.
Sheraton Mar del Plata Hotel
A modern international luxury hotel set in Mar del Plata's lively Playa Grande area, offering spacious rooms, an indoor pool, and conference facilities. The hotel's rooftop bar offers exceptional views over the Atlantic Ocean.
Hosteria ACA de Pinamar
A beautiful beachfront hosteria set among the famous Pinamar pine forests, offering elegant rooms, a garden pool, and direct beach access. The property exudes the distinctive Pinamar charm with its wood-and-stone architecture surrounded by fragrant pines.
Cariló Village Hotel
A stunning boutique property in Argentina's most exclusive beach resort, built in the traditional Cariló style of natural wood and glass blending into the pine forest. Each suite has a private terrace or garden, and the hotel offers a gourmet restaurant and intimate spa.
Estancia El Ombu de Areco
A magnificent 19th-century gaucho estancia offering an authentic Argentine ranch experience with luxurious accommodation, horseback riding, polo, and legendary asado feasts. The estancia's parklike grounds include a lake, swimming pool, and centuries-old ombu trees.
Gran Hotel Dora
A classic historic hotel in the heart of Mar del Plata, the Dora has been welcoming guests since 1935 and maintains its old-world elegance. The hotel is a short walk from Playa Bristol and offers spacious rooms, a restaurant, and a warm, traditional Argentine hospitality.
Complete Accommodation Guide
Booking strategies, neighborhood recommendations, and insider tips.
Best Neighborhoods to Stay
Choose your base based on your interests and travel style.
Playa Grande - Mar del Plata
Mar del Plata's most upscale beachside neighborhood, home to the best hotels, restaurants, and the famous Casino Provincial complex.
Centro La Plata
The heart of the provincial capital with museums, the Cathedral, restaurants, and good transport connections.
Pinamar Centro
The main resort area of Pinamar with elegant boutiques, beach clubs, and restaurants amid the pine forests.
Our Top Picks
Handpicked recommendations for every type of traveler.
NH Gran Hotel Provincial
An iconic Art Deco landmark on the Mar del Plata seafront, this historic hotel has welcomed Argentine presidents and celebrities since 1950. The hotel features a stunning oceanfront casino, multiple restaurants, a spa, and rooms with sweeping Atlantic views.
Hotel Costa Galana
A premier five-star beach hotel in Mar del Plata offering elegant rooms with panoramic ocean views, a rooftop pool, and a world-class thalassotherapy spa. The hotel's location on Playa Grande puts guests steps from Mar del Plata's finest beach.
Sheraton Mar del Plata Hotel
A modern international luxury hotel set in Mar del Plata's lively Playa Grande area, offering spacious rooms, an indoor pool, and conference facilities. The hotel's rooftop bar offers exceptional views over the Atlantic Ocean.
Hosteria ACA de Pinamar
A beautiful beachfront hosteria set among the famous Pinamar pine forests, offering elegant rooms, a garden pool, and direct beach access. The property exudes the distinctive Pinamar charm with its wood-and-stone architecture surrounded by fragrant pines.
Cariló Village Hotel
A stunning boutique property in Argentina's most exclusive beach resort, built in the traditional Cariló style of natural wood and glass blending into the pine forest. Each suite has a private terrace or garden, and the hotel offers a gourmet restaurant and intimate spa.
Estancia El Ombu de Areco
A magnificent 19th-century gaucho estancia offering an authentic Argentine ranch experience with luxurious accommodation, horseback riding, polo, and legendary asado feasts. The estancia's parklike grounds include a lake, swimming pool, and centuries-old ombu trees.
Booking Tips
Get the best deals and avoid common mistakes.
Book beach accommodation 3-6 months ahead for January (peak season)
Prices double or triple in January vs March-November
Estancias require advance booking and usually include full board
Look for apartamentos de temporada (holiday apartments) for longer stays — much better value
Cariló and Mar de las Pampas fill up very quickly — book early
Off-season (April-October) hotel prices drop dramatically
Alternative Accommodations
Beyond traditional hotels, consider these options.
Guesthouses
Family-run guesthouses offer authentic local experiences and often include home-cooked meals. Great for cultural immersion.
Serviced Apartments
Ideal for longer stays or families. Kitchen facilities help save money and provide flexibility.
Hostels
Budget-friendly option for solo travelers. Dorms and private rooms available with social common areas.
Find Your Perfect Stay in Buenos Aires
Get our complete accommodation guide with seasonal pricing, booking strategies, and neighborhood recommendations.
Download Complete Guide