Online Reservations: Victoria Hotel

  Book the Victoria Hotel online!   One of San Telmo‘s most historic hotels and best-kept secrets is also one of the best bargains for budget travelers, with large private rooms starting at under US$10 per night. When it was built at the turn of the 20th century, the Victoria Hotel was one of the [...]

Hostel Nómade —A Relaxed Stay in San Telmo

This small hostel is one of the nicer ones in the picturesque heart of San Telmo. Nómade is located in a traditional house on a quiet street with a nice courtyard,  and a pleasant mix of travelers of the low-key variety. The staff is friendly — if sometimes sluggish — and happy to hand out [...]

Rosario – Cheap, pleasant, and a short trip from Buenos Aires

Rosario, in the province of Sante Fe, may not be a big-name tourist destination in Argentina, but it’s worth having a look at if you’re sick of the Buenos Aires grind, and don’t feel like spending big on a trip away.  Rosario isn’t as gorgeous as Mendoza, nor will it take your breath away like [...]

Football Argentina: Getting a Hold of Tickets

The easiest way of getting a ticket to an Argentine football game is probably to purchase a ticket online, or go through your hotel or hostel. Purchasing tickets this way usually includes a guide and transport to and from the stadium. The only downside with this method is that prices will be marked up from [...]

V&S Hostel

V&S is a hostel that ticks all the boxes. It’s reasonably priced, clean, and offers a wide range of activities to guests. It is also located in the thick of the action downtown — this could be either a plus or a minus, depending on what you’re after. Most hostels are gathered around the Tango [...]