Play Hostel Arcos

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.2

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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 accommodation featuring high ceilings, cosy 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

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

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Buenos Aires, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

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  • Inner courtyard view

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US$39 for 3 nights
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
Airconditioning
Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Air purifiers
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 1
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US$13 per night
Price US$39
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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
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US$14 per night
Price US$42
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Private bathroom
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US$15 per night
Price US$45
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
  • 2 single beds
Inner courtyard view
Airconditioning
Patio
Max persons: 1
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US$36 per night
Price US$107
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Guests who stayed here loved

C
Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad and Tobago
“I loved the location the most as well as the friendliness of the staff and presentation .”
Dmlargslo
Argentina Argentina
“Double room w shared bathroom: it was good, online pics are less attractive than reality. It was an OK room, beds are not 10/10 comfy but lets say 7/10. More energy plugs are needed. AC worked well. Shared bathroom was good. Location is superb.”
George
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location and super friendly staff. I had three really good nights of sleep here and it was very budget friendly.”
Adam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I stayed here for 2 weeks - perfect location in Palermo, surrounded by cafes and restaurants, 15 min walk to Plaza Serrano. Staff are awesome, particularly Alejandro and Connie. Dorm rooms are spacious, decent beds”
Zsanett
Hungary Hungary
“Good location, great wifi, equipped kitchen, some of the staff were extremely nice, thank you Andrea for going over and beyond to help me in everything.”
Lucas
Argentina Argentina
“lots of bathrooms. Beautiful terrace. Staff was very gentle, they treated me very well and offered me help. The kitchen is very complete. They have a nice patio also with an hamaca paraguaya. Great location!”
Vladimir
Italy Italy
“Very nice hostel with good position in the heart of Palermo neighborhood. They organised events for the guest. Thanks Guido the guy from the hostel wich take care of that!”
Stan
Romania Romania
“Great stay, for great price. Available kitchen to cook, fridge, multiple bathrooms (apart from the one in the room). Great people. Amazing reception, fabulos location!”
Diane
Australia Australia
“Easy check in, at 3am, helpful staff, made cup of tea at 3 am booked taxi, internet, aircon, luggage minding service.”
Eimear
Ireland Ireland
“Great location, clean and the staff were very helpful.”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$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 and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 60
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-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 accommodation 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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

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

A damage deposit of US$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.