Defensa 1120, San Telmo, 1065 Buenos Aires, Argentina
#21 of 102 B&Bs and Inns in Buenos Aires
Guests' ChoiceBased on 42 B&B reviews
9.0Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.0
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Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Máté
HungaryThere is no such thing.
The atmosphere here is simply outstanding, filled with friendly and like-minded individuals. There's an inviting sense of relaxation that makes you feel right at home. It’s the perfect place to unwind and connect!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Eric
United StatesGreat atmosphere in a superb location ran by some incredibly beautiful and generous men. I wish I could stay longer. I will be back. The standard of what a B&B experience should be.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 10 January 2025
B
United StatesGreat location, all gay, great people
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 2 January 2025
Kenneth
United StatesNothing.
The hosts are the best and my fellow guests, who came from all corners of the world were great to hang with. I don't speak Spanish but I never felt left out. It's a blast from the past and in the best way.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 19 December 2024
Scott
United StatesIt’s a bit old but that’s part of the charm in a way
Friendly people, good location and good value
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Olof
United StatesSantos and Javier are excellent hosts. Santos met me at the airport and drove me to the hostel. The hostel is in an excellent location in San Telmo, with Starbucks on the corner and a public Square with many restaurants ringing the Square where you could sit for a quick bite or drink or watch a Tango show. The San Telmo market was a block away. It was easy to get around on Public Transportation. I mostly used the buses and Google Transit Maps. Breakfast was served at 9 am and included fresh coffee, fruits, pastries, and toast.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 3 December 2024
René
GermanyReally lovely hostel with a nice vibe! People and staff are very friendly, room and terrace is great and it's a nice atmosphere to stay, highly recommend.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 November 2024
Thiago
BrazilThe are excellent. I think they could improve a bit the bathroom.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Marvinalvarez
United StatesLocation and friendly people taking care of the place , Santo and Javier are very good people
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Philip
United KingdomThe uniqueness and the love and openness of being one’s true self.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Thijs
NetherlandsThe common bathroom really needs renovation. Next time I'll take a room with my own bathroom. I will be back!
The friendly gay vibe was amazing, perfect hosts, great Tango night, comfortable transfer.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Mich
JapanThe stairs up a couple of floors are hard to get to. I couldn't easily learn how to unlock the entrance (a normal form in Argentina) and I every time annoyed Santo, to whom I'd like to say "Sorry"
If you don't speak Spanish, it's hard to make the most of the opportunities. But the location in San Telmo is great, especially enjoyable on Sundays, and Ave.Paseo Colon, two blocks east, is convenient as it is a main bus route. Breakfast is a bit late, starting at 9am, but it is a valuable opportunity for communication for private room guests. Above all, Hosts Javier and Santo are nice guys.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Sergio
BrazilI wish there were some fruits in the breakfast. But you can buy some in the groceries nearby and leave in the fridge for the guests
I liked the location and friendliness of the hosts. My room was cleaned everyday and there was plenty of light.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Mica
ArmeniaI didn't use the gym equipment as much as I expected, as it was a little old and squeaky; I was worried that I'd break the machine if I put on more weight. It would be great if they could add a few free weights!
I had such a great time that I actually stayed one more day than I had planned. Santo and Javier were great hosts who made me feel welcome, and I loved how they organized a New Year's celebration for all the guests. The rooftop views were beautiful, and so were the guests sunbathing on the rooftop patio.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Vasily
ItalyStaff
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Ken
United Kingdomgreat hosts super clean
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Lodewijk
Netherlands-
Such nice hosts (you won’t get better in BA), comfortable room, nice atmosphere, perfect location, lots of fun and great breakfast!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Max
NetherlandsVery clean hostel and very friendly and helpful staff!! Already booked my next stay for when I'm back in BA :)
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Alexander
AustraliaThe fantastic hosts 😊
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 April 2023
Antoine
SwitzerlandFantastic location in the heart of San Telmo. Javier and Santo are super friendly and always available for recommandations. Rooms are nice and clean. I attended a Tango course on premises, it was great.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2022
Raymond
United StatesWonderful bed and breakfast in the heart of San Telmo in beautiful Buenos Aires, Argentina! Javier and Santo are great at taking care of you and helpful with providing tips in touring the city. I stayed in the double half of my trip and in the single with the bathroom for the later half of my trip and both were just fine. The terrace is nice for sunbathing and relaxing. Definitely join in on the queer tango class on Fridays; you’ll meet great people and have a lot of fun. Highly recommend for any gay traveler passing through Buenos Aires on vacation!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 8 December 2022
Alex
United KingdomI found the open showers a little intimidating but that’s just me. otherwise no hassles!
very friendly and helpful hosts. Amazing rooftop and in a nice location!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 7 December 2022
Bessa
BrazilAdorei a proposta do hostel
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 31 October 2022
Paul
United Kingdomone negative the number of steps to get to the hotel there is no lift
the owners are really friendly and we’re extremely helpful
Stayed in October 2022
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