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Set in a gorgeous gothic house with stained glass windows, this hostel has a convenient location in the heart of Buenos Aires´s charming Palermo Soho district. Free Wi-Fi is available. Play Hostel Arcos offers heated accommodations featuring high ceilings, cozy décor and individual lockers. Private and shared bathrooms are available. Play Hostel Arcos offers a communal kitchen, and drinks can be ordered at the bar. Services include bicycle rental and a tour desk for booking local excursions and purchasing tickets to tango shows. For guests staying in, there is a DVD room. The hostel is located within a 10-minute walk from the Zoo and the Botanical Garden. Plaza Serrano is 5 minutes away by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Buenos Aires, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.0
Low score for Buenos Aires
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nicholas
    Canada Canada
    Lots room in the common area the cooking facilities were spacious & it’s in Arcos area of Palermo walking distance to parks & restaurants, public transportation the hippodrome de Palermo
  • Cristinaisenrath
    Argentina Argentina
    Perfect location, subway, busses and train near Bathroom ok for 4 respectfull people first night: 3 came back late after a festival - a little bit noisy, but I don´t mind
  • Ryan
    United States of America United States of America
    I stayed in a private room, it had an excellent AC unit and was overall very comfortable. You can meet tons of friendly travelers just hanging out in the courtyard and having a coffee or a smoke. The location (Palermo Soho) is probably the most...

Area info

Amenities of Play Hostel Arcos

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Designated smoking area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

Play Hostel Arcos takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 10 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 60 years old

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash Play Hostel Arcos accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note the based on local tax laws, all Argentinian citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (VAT) of 21%. Only foreigners who pay with a foreign credit card, debit card or via bank transfer are exempt from this 21% additional fee (VAT) in accommodations and breakfast when presenting a foreign passport or a foreign ID along with a supporting document handed by the national migrations authority, if applicable.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Play Hostel Arcos of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of $10 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Play Hostel Arcos

  • The prices at Play Hostel Arcos may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Play Hostel Arcos is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Play Hostel Arcos is 3 miles from the center of Buenos Aires. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Play Hostel Arcos offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Bar crawls
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour