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Play Hostel Arcos

2.0 star property
Hostel near Palermo Soho in Buenos Aires

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Charcas 4752, Esquina Godoy Cruz, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal, 1424
  • Place, Palermo Soho
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Distrito Arcos
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, USA Applicant Service Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buenos Aires (EZE-Ministro Pistarini Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 129 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Economy Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Junior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, 4 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, 4 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, 6 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom with A/C | In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, 6 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom with A/C

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory 12 bed private bath standard | In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory 12 bed private bath standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Buenos Aires

Palermo stay.A stay at this Palermo hostel places you steps from Distrito Arcos and within a 5-minute walk of Palermo Soho. Calle Thames and USA Applicant Service Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Palermo Soho - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Distrito Arcos - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • USA Applicant Service Center - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • La Rural - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • La Rural Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Palermo Station - 4 min walk
  • Buenos Aires Palermo Station - 5 min walk
  • Ministro Pistarini Intl. Airport (EZE) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Piccolina Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Katsu Asian Street Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Pina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Play Hostel Arcos

Hostel near Palermo Soho in Buenos Aires
As a guest of Play Hostel Arcos, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Play Hostel Arcos.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Buenos Aires hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Play Hostel Arcos offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes. This Buenos Aires hostel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 5:30 AM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: ARS 2137.12 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Argentina Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ARS 700 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hostel Palermo
Hostel Suites
Play Hostel Arcos Buenos Aires
Hostel Suites Palermo Buenos Aires
Suites Palermo
Hi Hostels Suites Palermo Hotel Buenos Aires
Play Hostel Arcos Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Play Hostel Arcos Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Buenos Aires

Frequently asked questions

How close is Play Hostel Arcos to the airport?

Play Hostel Arcos is 5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Buenos Aires (AEP-Aeroparque Jorge Newbery) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Play Hostel Arcos?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Play Hostel Arcos on Jun 10, 2026 start from $24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Play Hostel Arcos have an airport shuttle?

Play Hostel Arcos offers an airport shuttle from 6 AM to 5:30 AM, at scheduled times, for a charge of ARS 700. per vehicle, one way.

Does Play Hostel Arcos offer free breakfast?

Play Hostel Arcos does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Play Hostel Arcos?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Puerto Madero Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Play Hostel Arcos?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Play Hostel Arcos?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Play Hostel Arcos have a pool?

Play Hostel Arcos does not have a pool.

Does Play Hostel Arcos have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Play Hostel Arcos to downtown Buenos Aires?

Play Hostel Arcos is 3 mi away from Buenos Aires.

Play Hostel Arcos Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 127 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Koua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind reception, and really safe place to stay feels welcoming and the influx of people makes it safe. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lurdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful old hotel

It was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was courteous and friendly, but the rooms are overdue for an upgrade, especially the sagging and uncomfortable mattresses. The bathroom shower had black mold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to eat your head for a while

Nice people, location and hostel, overall. Things could be updated/cleaned but, great value for the price and I was content in Palermo Soho, there
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and very helpful staff and a bedroom that met all my needs. It’s also in a perfect location for tourists and close to a subway and bus lines
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, facilities pretty good for the price. Area is top location in Buenos Aires. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how nice and safe the neighborhood was plus close to the airport. I wasn’t able to join, but I also really liked that there were activities like yoga and Spanish lessons offered. I wish there was a stronger wifi signal to reach my room and that there was a fan or window to ventilate the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. That’s the biggest thing for me is that the staff is very kind and helpful and responsive. This is very much a “hostel experience” where there’s a lot of people coming and going and a hot shower may or may not be possible and the showers have a tendency to puddle. But the facilities are kept clean and the biggest thing in my opinion is how good the staff is.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would never come back

Not good. I noticed that they had photos of the bathroom for every room... but mine (I think) it didn't. When I arrived... I understood why. The shower is above the toilet bowl (latrine). Yes. So OF COURSE the whole bathroom gets wet and there's no room for anything. Also, knowing that, they could easily put some organization in the bathroom so your stuff wouldn't get wet as well, but no... the only place to put anything is on the sink. So to me, that's not what I expect. There's A LOT of places that are better for the same price that are just 5 minutes further from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

José Henrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
O atendimento foi excelente. O banheiro precisa de uma reforma. No mais tudo saiu bem.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

saki

Liked: Staff & service
スタッフの対応は丁寧でした
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Liked: Staff & service
O Hostel é muito divertido, cheio de atividades todos os dias. Uma pena que ficamos pouco tempo para aproveitar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria de fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A equipe tem uma atendimento perfeito.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me quedé una noche y está súper bien ubicado.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Natanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Atendeu a expectativa

Quarto amplo, atendentes solicitas, prox aos jardins e cafés
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muito bom!

Localização privilegiada, perto do Jardim Botânico, praça Serrano, metrô de Palermo, Restaurantes (Don Julio e outros consagrados), bem como da Rua principal (Santa Fé), onde é possível obter transporte para vários pontos da Cidade. O atendimento foi ótimo, todos muito atenciosos, ajudaram e muito com as indicações, sugestões e avisos. O Hostel faz parte de uma rede com outros estabelecimentos e a integração entre eles é muito bem manejada pela Renata e equipe, tornando a estadia perfeita para quem quer se divertir, treinar o espanhol (e possivelmente inglês e outros idiomas), conhecer pessoas de todos os cantos do mundo, praticar atividades em grupo e aproveitar o ambiente coletivo que só um Hostel proporciona. Gostei muito, recomendo e me hospedaria novamente, somente tentaria um quarto com um box maior, pois achei o meu muito pequeno.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Básico

Entregou o que prometeu, com exceção ao atendimento rude do atendimento do recepcionista da madrugada de 28 para 29/03, que, além de não me cumprimentar de volta ao ser cumprimentado, ainda falou que eu deveria esperar e/ou guardar minhas coisas no outro hostel que eu me hospedaria no dia seguinte, ao ser questionado se havia depósito para que eu guardasse minha bagagem após o check-out, já que eu teria de mudar de hostel por falta de disponibilidade nesse.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans Willi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gut, sauber, günstig, sicher.

Alles bestens. Nette Leute, günstges Zimmer, super Lage. Sicher.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bárbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O quarto é bom, confortável e espaçoso, o atendimento foi bom, o hostel tem um bom espaço, fiquei apenas uma noite. O banheiro é um pouco pequeno e vaza água para fora do box o que acaba fazendo inundar o banheiro, saindo água para o quarto.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A localização e o ambiente do local são PERFEITOS
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wendell R T

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Bom para poucos dias

Localização muito boa, quartos ok para o valor. O banheiro comunitário é muito pequeno e um pouco sujo e com cheiro muito forte de material de limpeza.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

ORLANDO RAFAEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No aceptan niños y no decía cuando pague la reserv

Viaje con mi hija para unos exámenes médicos y cuando llegó no me dejaban hospedar porq no aceptan niños y cuando reserve y pague no me dijeron nada y en ninguna parte dice que no lo aceptan niños y llegué en la noche muy mala experiencia de verdad
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023