As the capital city of Argentina, Buenos Aires does come with a slightly premium price tag. That said, while there is an impressive choice of grand historic hotels, the vast city caters for all preferences.
Dedicated tourists may want to stay in Monserrat, the city’s political centre where many of its most famous landmarks are located within walking distance of each other, including the Casa Rosada, Palacio Barolo, the Obelisco de Buenos Aires, and more.
Recoleta is the modern commercial centre of Buenos Aires, being home to its central train station and the giant Recoleta Mall. It’s therefore ideal for those who want to stay in the fanciest hotels and have the best shops and restaurants on their doorstep, as well as excellent transport links to every part of the city.
Brimming with alternative and artsy independent shops and eateries, the urban-bohemian Palermo neighbourhood will have hipsters feeling right at home. But if you think this place is cool during the day, wait until it comes alive at night with the best bars and clubs in the city.
Being on the far side of central Buenos Aires, San Telmo is much quieter and more localised than many of the other most popular neighbourhoods. It’s most suited to those looking for a more relaxed and authentic experience and cheaper accommodation. Yet, it has its fair shares of top bars and restaurants.
Families may prefer to stay in Puerto Madero, a sleek and sophisticated dockside neighbourhood across the bridge from the Plaza de Mayo. Although very central, this fashionable area, complete with its own nature reserve is much quieter and more neighbourly than most other inner-city areas.
Subte is the city’s reliable underground train system which allows you to get from one neighbourhood to the next quickly and easily.