Piedras 545, San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal, C1070AAK
What's nearby
Plaza de Mayo - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Casa Rosada - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Obelisco - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Colón Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Palace of the Argentine National Congress - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Buenos Aires (AEP-Aeroparque Jorge Newbery) - 23 min drive
Ministro Pistarini Intl. Airport (EZE) - 33 min drive
Buenos Aires Belgrano Station - 16 min walk
Buenos Aires Independencia Station - 16 min walk
Buenos Aires Constitution Station - 21 min walk
Belgrano Station - 2 min walk
Moreno Station - 7 min walk
Independencia Station (Bernardo de Irigoyen) - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Pizza Vegana San Telmo - 4 min walk
Santo Remedio - 4 min walk
Ro&Ro - 3 min walk
Panaderia y Confiteria la Mariposa - 2 min walk
O'live - 4 min walk
About this property
Art Factory San Telmo
Art Factory San Telmo features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Florida Street and Plaza de Mayo. Also, Obelisco and Casa Rosada are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Belgrano Station is 2 minutes and Moreno Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
What to do
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Free use of nearby fitness center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Rooftop terrace
Communal living room
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
37 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Weekly housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 20.00 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 0.75 per person, per night
You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (21%).
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Art Factory Buenos Aires
Art Factory Hostel
Art Factory Hostel Buenos Aires
Art Factory Hotel Buenos Aires
Art Factory
Art Factory Hostel
Art Factory San Telmo
Art Factory Telmo Buenos Aires
Art Factory San Telmo Buenos Aires
Art Factory San Telmo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Art Factory San Telmo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Art Factory San Telmo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Art Factory San Telmo ?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Art Factory San Telmo ?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Art Factory San Telmo .
Is airport shuttle service offered by Art Factory San Telmo ?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Art Factory San Telmo ?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Art Factory San Telmo ?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Puerto Madero Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Art Factory San Telmo and nearby?
Art Factory San Telmo has access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Art Factory San Telmo like?
Art Factory San Telmo is in Comuna 1, a short 2-minute walk from Belgrano Station and 18 minutes' walk from Obelisco.
Art Factory San Telmo Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Cristian
Cristian, 3-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 28, 2020
A dump!
The only positive about this hostel is that the staff were pleasant and the email communicaiton was clear. Other than that, this place is a dump in need of major upgrade. The common area couches and seats were dingy, sagging and really tired. The bathroom and toilets left a lot to be desired.
When I booked this "hotel", I was informed that I had one twin bunk bed. It turns out I was sharing one of 8 bunk beds in the room. The room was full of unwashed body odor. The beds were uncomfortable and rickety.
Fortunately, I had booked this place just to store my luggage for the day before I took a flight out that evening. I used the room for a couple of hours rest before my flight.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2020
Recommend excellent cafe as we really loved the experience
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 8, 2019
Short stay in Buenos Aires
A friend and I stayed at the Art Factory in San Telmo for 3 nights as part of a trip around south America and I can thoroughly recommend it. It is a pleasant hostel around 20mins walk from some of the key tourist spots in Buenos Aires through perfectly safe areas. There is an indoor bar area that is open in the evenings and a nice rooftop terrace too. You're not allowed to bring your own drinks in, but the prices in the bar aren't too bad, though we would have liked them to open a bit earlier, I don't think the bar opens until 5.30pm. The reception staff are helpful and can book taxis (agreed rates for things like airport transfers) and suggest places to visit around Buenos Aires. Entry to the building can be a little tricky, someone at reception has to buzz you in and then you'll have to carry luggage up some stairs with a slightly awkward door. Not a huge issue, but a little inconvenient.
My friend and I shared a private twin room with a shared bathroom immediately across the corridor. The bedroom was fine, plenty of space and quiet at night and even when our nearest bathroom was occupied there are several more fairly nearby.
If/when I ever come back to Buenos Aires I would happily stay here again.
James
James, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 1, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Apr 22, 2019
Wouldn’t stay again
Noisy guests, falling apart building, not well insulated
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 28, 2019
Great stay
Great location and great stay.
Verified traveler
12-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 2, 2019
Friendly staff but average facilities
Pros: situated at quite near to everything , near metro and bus stops, well situated for exploration of the city. Staff are nice and helpful. The place is well decorated and with a roof top terrace that is good for enjoying music and drink from the bar. There is a kitchen with cooking utensils , microwave and refrigerator for use . There is a common place with sofas and computer for meeting new people or just searching for information .
Cons: The hotel itself is a rather old building and some of the walls and floors worn out, accumulating dust. I once dropped a wet towel onto the floor of my single room, it stuck with a layer of dirts when I picked it up. Kitchen is tiny and the cooking untensils are just adequate for 2 people cooking at the same time. The hot water in my roomwasn't promising and finally I used the public shower to have hot shower. The breakfast is not included and costs an extra of 150 pesos for very basic breakfast.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 20, 2019
The rooftop bar provided a really nice outdoor area. A bit unclearly for my liking and the dorms were quite dark.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 16, 2019
Hostel had bed bugs but tried their best to solve
We stayed here in Feb 2019 and two rooms we stayed in had bed bugs. The hostel did try to help clear them but couldn’t move us to a room without them. The bathrooms aren’t great either. The area is good and the bar and terrace are very nice.
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 16, 2019
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 19, 2019
Top value
Cheap n cheerfull..! It's a backpackers in a great location of the city.
Staff are very helpful and friendly....but its a backpackers not a posh hotel
But great value to money to me, I even extended my stay....
James
James, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2018
Great Place To Stay in BA
A really great place. Quirky decor, loads of atmosphere, friendly staff and an excellent location. Really good breakfast too.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 7, 2018
A relaxed yet social stay
In comparison to Millhouse a few blocks away the Art house is super chilled with a lower key, yet still social scene on the rooftop terrace and the bar.
Breakfast was the usual hostel fare, but done well. Beds were comfy and rooms clean, but note lockers were only big enough for valuables.
Harry
Harry, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 29, 2018
Staff was awesome ! Warm welcoming !
Dirty showers and no hot water at all (they told me at the arrival, but still). Insonorisation is weak, but like 90% of the hostels.
Other than that, the location is great. Walkable from a lot of sites. I’ll return despite some imperfections !
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 21, 2018
We had no water for 2 days but in general the location is good, staff are helpful and my stay was enjoyed
Geoff
Geoff, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 18, 2018
Give it a try :)
Area is decent enough. Close to subway, laundry and walking distance to most things. Terrace is great and hostel is rather social.
Michael
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2017
Great hostel in perfect location
Brilliant hostel with very homey, friendly feel and great staff who were willing to help with anything. The location is perfect, very close to the metro and with historic San Telmo in easy walking distance on one side and the Plaza de Mayo and city centre on the other. Rooms are fine, the breakfast is simple but very nice, and the common areas are lovely. Would strongly recommend and wish I had been able to stay longer to check out more of the activities offered.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 10, 2017
Good hostel!
I was only on a short stopover but I found the hostel good, functional, and in a great location for getting my domestic flight following morning.. would visit again and may so towards the end of my trip!
Ranvinder
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 23, 2016
super friendly staff
Verified traveler
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2016
Funky hotel in San Telmo
Good location, walking distance to anything you might need, or buses close by (buy your SUBE card before boarding). Friendly, helpful staff. The free walking tour was great.
Sandi
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2016
awesome staff, cool building, horrible beds
Verified traveler
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 5, 2016
Disappointed
With the good reviews online I had better expectations. Property is run down and seems dirty. Needs a pick me up
Amy
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 18, 2014
disgusting
i would never choose this hostel again. it was dirty, smelly and noisy. We had a private room with bathroom and the bed and room smelled. the bathroom was very dirty. we did have hot water which was one good feature. the front desk staff were helpful and polite. the roof top was a nice place to have a drink. we could not wait to leave because our room was the worst.
p
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 5, 2014
Good hostel, but no so good neighborhood
The rooms are relatively clean. Breakfast is good, but could change a little (it's exactly the sme everyday). Rooms next to the bar are too noisy. Neighborhood apparently it's not so safe and far from other importante neighborhoods, as Recoleta and Plaermo.