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Buenos Aires TRAVEL GUIDE AND DEALS

Fall into the seductive rhythm of Buenos Aires – often called the Paris of South America – and you’ll discover this flourishing Argentine capital’s distinctive identity. At once overwhelming and intimate, energetic and laid-back, beautiful and homely, Buenos Aires is a city in full, and a fantastic place to play tourist.

Why Go

 A sexy Latin vibe permeates this architecturally handsome Argentinian capital, South America's answer to Paris.

Buenos Aires Travel Deals

Buenos Aires Hotels

Buenos Aires has abundant hotel choices across the city and, no matter what level of accommodation you choose, you're bound to get better value here than you would in comparable hotels in the United States, Canada, or Europe.

= Smart Splurge = Great Value

1555 Malabia House
Housed in an old convent, this 15-room hotel offers a serene stay with style in the heart of Palermo Viejo. boutique hotel | editor pick

Abasta Plaza Hotel
Tango aficionados will be right at home in this themed establishment offering daily lessons. great value | theme

Home Buenos Aires
Tucked within happening Palermo Viejo, this 17-room hotel invites guests to relax in style with modern amenities, a grassy... spas | boutique

Moreno Hotel
Located in Buenos Aires’ San Telmo district (known for its galleries, restaurants, and nightlife), the newly opened... design | boutique | great value

The Claridge Hotel
Sporting a rooftop pool and European sensibilities, this inn is central to downtown attractions. swimming pool

Castelar Hotel
Opened in 1929, this classic hotel on Avenida de Mayo, provides guests with a glimpse at history. While rooms have been... history

The Art Hotel
Living up to its name, this conveniently located 100-year-old townhouse features a ground-floor gallery and work by Argentine... boutique | art

The Cocker
Named for the owners’ English cocker spaniel, Rocco, this five-suite guesthouse is a lovely respite from the bustle of... great value

Tribeca Buenos Aires Apart
Set slightly off the beaten tourist path, this affordable, four-story hotel is still just four blocks from the obelisk in the...

Faena Hotel and Universe
This cool, five-star Philippe Starck-designed creation exudes lavish luxury, starting with its cathedralesque entry hall. smart splurge | expensive | editor pick

Palacio Duhau
This Neoclassical mansion-turned-Hyatt property delivers contemporary elegance in a ritzy setting. expensive

Sofitel Buenos Aires
Perfectly situated on a quiet street in downtown Buenos Aires, this French hotel has impeccable service and splendid Art Deco... luxury | smart splurge | expensive | smart luxury winner

1555 Malabia House
Housed in an old convent, this 15-room hotel offers a serene stay with style in the heart of Palermo Viejo. boutique hotel | editor pick

Abasta Plaza Hotel
Tango aficionados will be right at home in this themed establishment offering daily lessons. great value | theme

Home Buenos Aires
Tucked within happening Palermo Viejo, this 17-room hotel invites guests to relax in style with modern amenities, a grassy... spas | boutique

Moreno Hotel
Located in Buenos Aires’ San Telmo district (known for its galleries, restaurants, and nightlife), the newly opened... design | boutique | great value

The Claridge Hotel
Sporting a rooftop pool and European sensibilities, this inn is central to downtown attractions. swimming pool

Castelar Hotel
Opened in 1929, this classic hotel on Avenida de Mayo, provides guests with a glimpse at history. While rooms have been... history

The Art Hotel
Living up to its name, this conveniently located 100-year-old townhouse features a ground-floor gallery and work by Argentine... boutique | art

The Cocker
Named for the owners’ English cocker spaniel, Rocco, this five-suite guesthouse is a lovely respite from the bustle of... great value

Tribeca Buenos Aires Apart
Set slightly off the beaten tourist path, this affordable, four-story hotel is still just four blocks from the obelisk in the...

Faena Hotel and Universe
This cool, five-star Philippe Starck-designed creation exudes lavish luxury, starting with its cathedralesque entry hall. smart splurge | expensive | editor pick

Palacio Duhau
This Neoclassical mansion-turned-Hyatt property delivers contemporary elegance in a ritzy setting. expensive

Sofitel Buenos Aires
Perfectly situated on a quiet street in downtown Buenos Aires, this French hotel has impeccable service and splendid Art Deco... smart splurge | trendy | expensive | smart luxury winner

Sofitel Buenos Aires
Perfectly situated on a quiet street in downtown Buenos Aires, this French hotel has impeccable service and splendid Art Deco... luxury | smart splurge | expensive | smart luxury winner

Buenos Aires Restaurants

Economic crisis or not, porteños still love to dine out, and the cuisine scene has burgeoned way beyond the classic steakhouse parrilladas (though these are certainly still the most prevalent eateries), to include world cuisines, vegetarian and organic options, and unique culinary twists on local dishes, known as nouvelle Argentine.

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Bar El Federal
Nosh on picadas (meat and cheese appetizer plate) and sidra (a fruity cider similar to white sangria) in this classic cantina... argentine

Desnivel
Fluorescent lighting, plastic tablecloths and hodge-podge decor are all part of the charm at this neighborhood bodegón where... parilla

El Cuartito
For a slice of Porteño tradition, don’t miss El Cuartito’s pizza and empanadas. Order faina (a chickpea-based top crust... pizza

La Giralda
The neon sign on the back wall of this 24-hour traditional bar in the heart of the theatre district reminds you what you’ve... cafe

Café Bonaparte
Like being invited to your friend’s fabulous Parisian apartment for an exquisite meal, this chic, intimate bistro makes you... great value | french

Dada
A mosaic tiled bar and floor lend an inviting touch to this ten-table café/bistro specializing in modern Argentinian...

Juana M
Thanks to the well-prepared meat dishes and homemade pastas, lunch and dinner are busy affairs at this somewhat hidden eatery...

La Cabrera
Come hungry and early to this popular parilla where an eye-popping array of sides accompany the meat. Complimentary sidewalk... great value | argentine

Casa Cruz
Reservations are a must at this trendy hotspot exalted as much for its sumptuous surroundings as its modern Argentine cuisine. smart splurge | argentine | editor pick

La vinería de Gaulterio Bolívar
A nine-course tasting menu, with or without wine pairings, is an indulgent way to savor Chef Alejandro Digilio’s... smart splurge | editor pick

Nectarine
Duck down a quaint passageway called Pasaje del Correo to find this chic, second-floor eatery in the heart of Recoleta, where...

Olsen
The airy, bi-level dining room and garden seating fill up quickly with locals and travelers hip to the Scandavian-inspired... scandinavian

Bar El Federal
Nosh on picadas (meat and cheese appetizer plate) and sidra (a fruity cider similar to white sangria) in this classic cantina... argentine

Desnivel
Fluorescent lighting, plastic tablecloths and hodge-podge decor are all part of the charm at this neighborhood bodegón where... parilla

El Cuartito
For a slice of Porteño tradition, don’t miss El Cuartito’s pizza and empanadas. Order faina (a chickpea-based top crust... pizza

La Giralda
The neon sign on the back wall of this 24-hour traditional bar in the heart of the theatre district reminds you what you’ve... cafe

Café Bonaparte
Like being invited to your friend’s fabulous Parisian apartment for an exquisite meal, this chic, intimate bistro makes you... great value | french

Dada
A mosaic tiled bar and floor lend an inviting touch to this ten-table café/bistro specializing in modern Argentinian...

Juana M
Thanks to the well-prepared meat dishes and homemade pastas, lunch and dinner are busy affairs at this somewhat hidden eatery...

La Cabrera
Come hungry and early to this popular parilla where an eye-popping array of sides accompany the meat. Complimentary sidewalk... great value | argentine

Casa Cruz
Reservations are a must at this trendy hotspot exalted as much for its sumptuous surroundings as its modern Argentine cuisine. smart splurge | argentine | editor pick

La vinería de Gaulterio Bolívar
A nine-course tasting menu, with or without wine pairings, is an indulgent way to savor Chef Alejandro Digilio’s... smart splurge | editor pick

Nectarine
Duck down a quaint passageway called Pasaje del Correo to find this chic, second-floor eatery in the heart of Recoleta, where...

Olsen
The airy, bi-level dining room and garden seating fill up quickly with locals and travelers hip to the Scandavian-inspired... scandinavian

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