Of BA's many designer boutique hotels, Art Hotel is one of the first - and most successful. Rooms are small, but the combination of classical and modern (the building dates from 1927) means comfort meets style head-to-head. Add a rooftop terrace and Jacuzzi and you can't go wrong… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Palace, definitely not. But it's a damn good deal. The location - on a relatively quiet street in upscale Recoleta, only blocks from the neighbourhood's famous cemetery and walking distance from several of the city's best museums - is just about impossible to beat. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This gorgeous old building holds 14 spacious studios and loft apartments, all lovingly renovated into very attractive spaces with modern conveniences. Separate entrances join with common hallways connecting through the complex, and there are lovely garden patios in which to relax… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Enter the slick yet cozy lobby, complete with modern sofas, a wall full of bookcases and even a tiny bar. It's a small guesthouse with an all-round elegant feel, located in the prime social haven of Las Cañitas. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Little has changed since the Castelar opened its doors in 1929: the décor is classical, service is good and rooms are clean. There's a basement spa, and while facilities aren't luxurious, it's still a plus. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Don't let the cavernous lobby put you off. Above, three floors of old-fashioned rooms open onto a narrow, sun-filled patio making for one of BA's best budget hotels in the Microcentro. Add a sunny terrace, and you've got a hands-down winner. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Sleek with Scandinavian designs, Home is a friendly, intimate little paradise. Rooms come beautifully decorated, with simple, modern lines and vintage wallpaper accents. The highlight, however, is out back, where there's an excellent bar and grassy garden with glorious pool. The … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Open since 1941, Hotel Carsson offers a touch of honest-to-goodness, old-fashioned class in the heart of the Microcentro. Considering the location, comfort of the rooms and the yesteryear elegance of the place, it's a pretty good deal. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Hotel Chile is a long-time favourite for peso-pinching travellers, thanks primarily to its excellent central location. The building itself is a fabulous Art Nouveau construction, though the rooms pale in comparison to the beautiful façade. Those with balconies, however, are great… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

If you're with a large group and looking for style, comfort and few frills in Palermo Viejo, this is possibly your best choice. There's a good variety of rooms for all types, and the rooftop terrace is an awesome place to gather. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Bringing a touch of country life to the big city, Facón Grande ('Big Dagger'), offers comfortable rooms above an airy lobby, bedecked with traditional Argentine textiles and rustic furniture. The ascot-wearing staff follow suit, and the location and price are both great. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Now here's a wee charmer in the big Microcentro. The house was built in 1890, served as an immigrant hotel, sat in decline for decades and was finally transformed into a modest but carefully restored 25-room B&B. It has high ceilings, carpeted rooms and loads of ornate trim work. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Clean, comfortable and delightfully friendly, Goya is a straightforward, 40-room hotel in an excellent, central location. The cheaper rooms are a bit worn around the edges, but the staff attention and buffet breakfast more than make up for it. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

If you're one of those travellers who prefer character over comfort, who find creaky floorboards and cracked crown moulding more memorable than the perfect mattress, Lion D'or is your place. It occupies a converted mansion built in 1820, and some of the rooms are simply amazing. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

In this city of a hundred hostels let us not forget our roots - the old-fashioned, no-frills, nothing's-changed-in-30-years-not-even-the-management kind of places, where the ceilings are high, the paint is chipped and character and low prices reign supreme. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

It's hard to get much closer to the action - the action of parks, art and death, that is. This modern and friendly hotel sits directly across from the lovely Plaza Intendente Alvear, which is just outside the Recoleta Cemetery, and is walking distance from several of the city's b… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This is the kind of place you snap a few photos of to send home to mom, just to keep her on her toes. It's an ancient, charming, beat up, eclectic, maze-like, one-of-a-kind hotel in an excellent location. It may not be flashy, but it will keep your imagination fired while you're … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

So what if the walls are lime green and the terrycloth bedspreads smack of grandma's house - Recoleta is BA's swankiest barrio, and this place is a steal. Depending on your point of view, the rooms qualify as either cosy or cramped, and the bathrooms follow suit. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

For a pleasant stay, check out this small B&B located in a 1925 Tudor house. The best thing here is that you're in on a quiet street in a peaceful residential neighborhood, and everything is homey. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

For a homey stay with a tango twist, consider this humble spot. It's best for those bitten by the tango bug and not in need of fancy atmosphere - the Mansion Dandi Royal, around the corner - exists for that. Full Lonely Planet Review ›