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Franca City Hostel

2.0 star property
Buenos Aires' vibrant energy surrounds travelers at this central hostel, where bike rides through the city and quiet moments in the library balance perfectly.

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Franca City Hostel in the heart of Buenos Aires offers urban excitement and comfortable accommodations. Explore the city on rented bikes or relax with a book from the library. The 24-hour front desk and knowledgeable concierge ensure guests navigate their stay with ease.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
12 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mixer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mixer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida de Mayo 1410, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, 1085

What's nearby

  • 9 de Julio Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palace of the Argentine National Congress - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Obelisco - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Colón Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Plaza de Mayo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Saenz Pena Station - 1 min walk
  • Buenos Aires September 11 Station - 2 min drive
  • Buenos Aires (AEP-Aeroparque Jorge Newbery) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los 36 Billares - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Panera Rosa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vittorio - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Salón 1923 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Continental - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Franca City Hostel

Hostel near Palace of the Argentine National Congress
Located close to Obelisco and Colón Theatre, Franca City Hostel provides an arcade/game room, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Bike rentals, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Franca City Hostel boast perks such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Bed sheets fee: USD 1 per person, per night
  • 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 valid passport or ID showing they are not a resident of Argentina and who pay with a non-Argentine card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 only accepts cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a security system
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Franca City Hostel Buenos Aires
Franca City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Franca City Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Buenos Aires

Frequently asked questions

Is Franca City Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Franca City Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Franca City Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Franca City Hostel located?

Located in El Centro, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Palace of the Argentine National Congress and Colón Theatre. Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral and Obelisco are also within 1 mi (2 km). Saenz Pena Station is only a 2-minute walk and Lima Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Franca City Hostel Reviews

6.0

6.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Gerardo

Liked: Staff & service
Había una bañera que no funcionaba ya que tenía una manija quebrada y tenías que esperar para bañarte, no hay mucha privacidad para bañarse no tienes un lugar más grande para dejar la ropa mientras te bañas
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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