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Franca City Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Palace of the Argentine National Congress

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Shared kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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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
Blender
Stovetop
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Room amenity

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
12 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin 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
Blender
Stovetop
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in El Centro, a neighborhood in Buenos Aires, Franca City Hostel is near a metro station. Palace of the Argentine National Congress and Obelisco are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Plaza San Martin. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at La Bombonera or Estadio Monumental.
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Avenida de Mayo 1410, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, 1085

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Casa Rosada - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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

  • ‪La Panera Rosa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Los 36 Billares - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mostaza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Franco Specialty Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Perla de Congreso - ‬4 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, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and meeting rooms
  • A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
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

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

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 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%).

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

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 at Franca City Hostel?

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

9.0

Wonderful

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