Play Hostel Arcos

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.5
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.2

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 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Designated smoking area

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Buenos Aires, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

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Paola
Uruguay Uruguay
“Location was great. Room was spacious. Staff is great. The nicest shared spaces are outside, so it must be amazing in the summertime. They have planned activities (movie night, tango). Easy check-in and check-out. Safe. Clean.”
Esha
Canada Canada
“The location was very good. Friendly staff. Decent and clean rooms with basic amenities.”
Zemah
Israel Israel
“The staff was amazing! So so nice and willing to help with patience”
Gustavo
United States United States
“A/C in room is great have large lockers & plenty bathrooms to use ample guest area terrace work space & outside patio...”
Gustavo
United States United States
“Like the travellers I met & social activities...location & friendly staff...rooms upstairs need A/C fan is not enough for 4 people!”
Amit
Israel Israel
“Good stuff. Good location. I liked the activities every night.”
Annabel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing location, friendly and helpful staff, great A/C! Our shower was very weak but otherwise a pleasant experience.”
Fabian
Germany Germany
“The staff and the guests were very nice. Everytime when I came to the courtyard there was someone to talk and the receptionist helped me to install my SIM card and also helped me to find a place in the Play Soho Partner Hostel when I wanted to...”
Nick
Australia Australia
“A great budget hostel in an excellent location. The staff were incredibly friendly, especially Cony who ran the activities at night which were always fun and brought everyone together. Everyone was so friendly which is a testament to the culture...”
Axel
Argentina Argentina
“Location and accommodation for one night is excellent”

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

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.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $20 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.
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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 $20 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.

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