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La Fresque Hotel Boutique

Buenos Aires · Argentina

Avenida de Mayo 984View location

8.4/10Excellent718 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort7.8/107.8
Condition8.0/108.0
Location9.6/109.6
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities8.2/108.2
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About La Fresque Hotel Boutique

This hotel is situated at the junction between Avenida de Mayo and Avenida Bernardo de Irigoyen. The hotel enjoys a unique view over the Avenida 9 de Julio. This wonderful hotel affords guests a great setting from which to explore the many attractions that the area has to offer.

Plaza de Mayo, Calle Florida and the Obelisk of Buenos Aires are situated nearby. The hotel is within 600 metres of the Congressional Plaza and San Telmo. This wonderful hotel is immersed in the rich culture and history of the city.

The hotel welcomes guests into the peaceful surroundings of the lobby. The gracefully-designed guest rooms offer a relaxing setting in which to unwind. Guests are invited to avail of the many facilities and services that the hotel affords.

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A stay at La Fresque Hotel places you in the heart of Buenos Aires, within a 15-minute walk of Obelisco and Florida Street. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Plaza de Mayo and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Casa Rosada.

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Cash deposit required Minimum guest age is 18 Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Caters to adults only Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

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

    • A tax is imposed by the city: ARS 2248.09 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
    • 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 foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian 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
    • Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a 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 accepts credit cards and cash
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Covered self parking fee: ARS 36000 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

9 de Julio Avenue 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Mayo Avenue 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cafe Tortoni 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Florida Street 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Barolo Palace 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Cabildo 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Lavalle Street 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Obelisco 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Gran Rex Theatre 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Plaza de Mayo 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Casa Rosada 1 km / 0.6 mi
Palace of the Argentine National Congress 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Colón Theatre 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Paseo La Plaza 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 1903
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2011
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Double rooms: 34
  • hotel
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
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  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift access
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDSUITE • WITH DOUBLE BEDSUI.DB

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    SUITE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: SUI.DB

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • TRIPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDTRIPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDTPL.QN

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    TRIPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: TPL.QN

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 15 m²DBL.ST
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    15 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Cable TV
    • Wi-fi
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B

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    TRIPLE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: TPL.2B

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  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about La Fresque Hotel Boutique

8.4
Excellent
718 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
7.8 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Location
9.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Jose
This is a no frills hotel with lots of old world charm at an amazing location, which was perfect for my first time in Buenos Aires. What I loved the most was that the subway was right there in front of me as soon as I stepped out of the hotel. The area is totally walkable with tons of restaurants, shopping, and grocery store nearby. What I liked the least was the fact that the hotel had no iron or ironing board. I had to buy one. Overall my experience at Hotel Fresque was exceptional for my first time in Argentina.
Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2026
Rachel
The hotel was clean. The loft area might not be ideal for anyone with mobility issues. I thought I reserved a room with sitting area thinking there would be a love seat or something but just had a small wooden chair. I asked staff and they said all the rooms were like that. I’m not sure what I paid extra for. The hotel felt safe as well.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2026
Raymundo
This property is a classic antique beautiful, quiet, nice hotel that allows you to immerse in 132 years old of pure beauty. Clean rooms daily, walkable to stores, main avenues, soccer stadiums, etc. highly recommended!.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Janet
The place was very nice with original and classic decoration. Tidy and comfortable.
One detail, one bed was small and my son had no space to turn around. Other than that, the neighborhood is historical and safe and the personnel was respectful and cooperative.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Nilsa
Great location. Close to restaurants and walking distance to the meter.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2026
Taylor
Hotel is very cool with a museum in the basement and fun lofts in the rooms! Everything about the hotel was great except the hot water. There was none in the evening when I tried to shower but it was back in the morning
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2026
Irina
Nice old hotel.Bathroom layout was weird.
But overall good service and clean.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
ade
Amazing hotel on a great location and setting. Negative reviews are really not justifiable here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
Elke
Cool place! Subway stop is right outside the hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
Elke
Great location! Also, the hotel is really cool looking. I loved the loft.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
heather
Great Location. the subway works well and is right on the door plus buses too. walking is easy as it is in the Centre of town.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
24 Mar 2026
Martha
Fascinating place and great location. It had all I needed and I loved the old school elevator and tge museum. I’d stay there again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2026
Rebecca Lynn
Great central location, spacious room, friendly staff. Good communication through WhatsApp while there. Door locked at all times for good security. Lots of places to eat/shop in walking distance. Would definitely stay here again!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2026
Catia
Staff just dont care
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
Jacqueline
Very cool place to stay. Historic building with a little museum in the basement. Loved the architecture. The place was clean, is more of a bare bones type of place but I really enjoyed the vibe, the location, and the security of the building! Had a wonderful time here.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Feb 2026
James
I have mixed feelings about this property. The room was very clean, and the sheets were changed daily, so I had no concerns in that regard. The location was good, in a very safe neighborhood. If I were to go to Buenos Aires again, I would probably look for a hotel a little closer to Recoleta or Palmero, as those were my favorite neighborhoods.
Cleanliness and location would both merit five stars, in my estimation.
However, check-in was confusing. I had checked into my room online before arriving. When I got there, however, that didn't seem to matter. The staff really wanted me to check in with WhatsApp, which I don't use and didn't have on my phone. The staff spoke no English, and my Spanish isn't as good as it could be, adding to the difficulties. They eventually gave up and let me get into my room anyway.
When I got to my room, the air conditioner was off. I contacted the staff, and was told that I needed to turn it on with WhatsApp. They eventually turned it on for me. Once on, it continually dripped onto the nightstand. It wasn't too bad, so I just put a hand towel on the nightstand to muffle the dripping sound.
The air conditioner quit working at one point, and was off for almost a whole day. I don't really know why it quit working, but I was certainly glad when it started again.
In conclusion, if you've got WhatsApp, you should have a much better time working with the staff.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Feb 2026
William
Great location. Clean
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2026
markus
Hotel has caracter! A museum underground a very nice one.- rooms was clean and staff was great.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2026
John
The location is excellent. Many restaurants and sights are in walking distance. There is a metro stop at the front door.

The downside is the 2 storey room. The bed is in a loft area, and we did not care for that.

I liked this hotel a lot. I do suggest being careful to choose a room that does not have the loft.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
George
The location was great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Terry
Very clean, unique old hotel
Would be nice if the front desk new to speak more English
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2026
Kok
Location. Clean room.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Tatiana
Lovely place to stay.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
10 Dec 2025
marcel
Air conditioning could not control had to call for it to be turned on and off and could not change temperature was still quite warm in room even on not a hot day

Cleaning did not clean only made bed lots of dust and hairs everywhere we put towels in bath tub on day 3 so we could cleft a change of towels was tops would be changed every 2 days also during are stay bathtub was not cleaned

We did not even get new toilet paper during are stay and ran out

Over all was quit disappointing over all

Had mobility issues and could not get a room with out stairs also

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
elisa
Recomendado, está súper cerca del obelisco, muy limpio.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2025
Ewan
The room was perfect, very clean and a good temperature, with Aircon available if we had needed. Very good value for money and excellent central location, without the road noise. The shower was hot and the bed very comfortable. No issues and we have already booked to stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2025
Walter
Great location and staff were great! Walking distance to restaurants, bars and even currency exchange offices.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Nelson
Yes
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
28 Nov 2025
Chenyang
Clean, basic but sufficient!
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2025
Ryan
Antique look and feel of the Hotel
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2025
Louanne
This heritage property was in good repair but very basic. With a little extra attention it could be a very nice accommodation. It is in a very central location, with only a bit of city noise. Based on our research, we anticipated the staff being more fluent in English but this was not the case. The staff were very pleasant but not as helpful as other reviewers experienced. We were unable to get an extra pillow and not permitted to bring food to our room. We wanted to stay somewhere with a bit of character and Le Fresque certainly fit the bill.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
mi kyong
Highly recommend
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2025
Cheng Yeen
The hotel was quite cute, in a very old style, but was not run down. The lifts had doors you need to manually close, which was pretty cool, although if someone forgets to close the doors when they leave, the lift will not operate until someone closes them, which could mean climbing 4 flights of stairs to your room.
The location is superb, next to a 24-hour Carrefour and the subway station, so it was quite convenient when travelling by subway. There is also a vehicle stop area right outside the hotel, which makes it super convenient to wait for Ubers.
The room was decently clean, and it had aircon, which was a god-sent in the BsAs heat. There is not much by way of amenities, but it was comfortable enough.
The staff were really unfriendly though, and didn't smile much and were not very helpful. The front door is always kept locked and you need to catch the attention of the receptionist to open the door, but they're not always at the front desk, so you may have to wait and knock on the door for a while before the receptionist appears. That wasn't great when we were rushing back to grab our bags to go to the airport..
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Alvin
Excellent choice as a base for exploring Buenos Aires. Close to everything ... hop on hop off bus stops, tango dinner show, San Telmo market, Buquebus if planning to visit Uruguay. The room we stayed in was next to the main road, we can hear sirens, etc., but didn't bother us at all. We still got a restful sleep. Might not be suitable for everyone. However, our stay was trouble-free and staff were all helpful and kind. Happy to stay here again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Ricardo
Great staff
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Yanick
You can’t go wrong with this hotel. It’s an old building but clean and safe. Close to everything and excellent price.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Debby
Great location and very clean, comfortable rooms. The only opportunity was the sound carried from room to room.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
Greyson Carter
Stayed here for 9 nights on a solo trip, was very clean and a very nice loft set up. Staff were friendly and very helpful with making recommendations of things to visit in the city, no fridge or safe in the room had to keep valuables on me while exploring the city. Aside from that the location is great. 5 miniute walk from plaza de mayo, 10 miniute walk from the city centre. There’s also a 24 hour grocery store 3 miniute walk away.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
25 Jul 2025
Alejandro
No me dieron una boleta formal para empezar, y cuando ya me iba me cobraron una tarifa adicional porque no se acordaban qué había pagado con dolares y pesos, tuve que insistirle a la recepcionista que se comunique con quien me atendió cuando llegué al hotel, pésimo servicio, no L o recomiendo para nada, termine pagando 20 dolares más
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Fun hotel in central area

Central location easy walk to the Tango shows and plenty of shops nearby.
We were able to leave our luggage after check out.
Quirky room layout with upstairs bed
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
Carolina
This is my second time staying at La Fresque.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2025
Kevin
This hotel was charming with its accordion elevator, hardwood floors, antique furniture, and classic room. Great WiFi in central location of BA.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2025
Scheherazade
Great location, cool old hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Amanda
I loved the property, and staff. Very nice, 10/10. Loved my stay, can’t wait to go back.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Oscar Manuel
Good location. Nice facilities. It would be great i they offer breakfast or laundry services.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
Hugo
This is a good place to stay. Clean and nice, 24 hrs front desk.

Pros: location, big rooms and luggage storage.

Cons: Old building, no food allowed in the room.

Walking distance of the microcentro, nice restaurants and the subway.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
Hugo
This is a good place to stay. Clean and nice, 24 hrs front desk.

Pros: location, big rooms and luggage storage.

Cons: Old building, no food allowed in the room.

Walking distance of the microcentro, nice restaurants and the subway.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Apr 2025
Michael
Hotel is more museum than hotel. Very bad condition of bathroom. Smelly room by mold. If you want to turn on AC you must call reception. Everything is very old in the hotel. Broken furniture. Not recommended hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2025
Inmarie
Excellent location...loved the vintage concept.
8/10
Excellent
24 Mar 2025
JEREMY
Close to the center of town
Leisure
4/10
Poor
17 Mar 2025
Marie-Paule

Peu accueillant

Personnel peu accueillant, odeur d’égout dans la salle de bain, peu d’éclairage dans un si bel édifice. La majorité des employés à l’accueil ne parle pas l’anglais et ne font que vous tendre leur téléphone pour communiquer.
Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2025
Sayuri
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Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
22 Feb 2025
Ramona
This property is frighteningly dangerous. Stay there at your own risk. It is very old. All the windows except 1 in my room was bricked off. Most rooms have 2 levels with stairs waxed slicker that a luge. The bathroom is downstairs. I knew the stairs were going to be a problem because I slipped and caught my balance several times until the last day where one foot flew out forward and the other went behind me and i fell down the entire staircase. Obviously, that injury put a serious damper on the rest of my trip. I had to buy a cane and foor brace. The front desk girl was very nice but clueless as to how to help. Definitely not a place for older people. More of a hostel than a hotel. The bathroom is beyond tiny. They have no iron in the entire hotel. Also, they advertise laundry which was the main reason i chose it but there is no laundry and nothing close by that you can do yourself. False advertising.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
19 Feb 2025
Gary
Interesting building. Minimal room and comfort.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2025
Ruben
Fantastic boutique Hotel in Monserrat with nice rooms, friendly staff and a centric location. It even has its own museum downstairs!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2025
Freddy
It was a very interesting place, with it's own museum in the basement, full with very old objects
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2025
Neftali
Nice hotel
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2024
Stephen

When in town

Was only in town for a day. Was nice spot
Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Dec 2024
roland
This is a bargain smack in the centre of the city and 20 feet from the subway
Delightfully old-fashioned hotel with an old birdcage elevator
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2024
Steven
Interesting quirky old building. Old cage elevator was fun. Bathroom was modern, but shower was in main room. Bed was up a narrow steep set of stairs in a loft. I liked it and would stay there again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Nov 2024
Mario E
This property is very charming. It doesn’t offer all that much but the charm makes it memorable. This part of town is great for tourists, nightlife, food. It’s actually very safe to walk at night you see kids and families walking past midnight. Police are around as well. I don’t like having to be buzzed in and out every time but I understand since it is on the corner of a busy street. But sometimes you might have to wait a minute or two to get let in. One time saw a family locked out late at night and the receptionist was asleep. I haven’t seen him since though. Probably a good thing because we were worried we may be locked out one of these days if he falls asleep again every time we went out late. Fortunately it didn’t happen to us. That being said I’d stay here again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2024
Trevor
Stayed 2 nights. Initially in single room facing the road. The air-conditioner never worked, so asked to be moved, 2nd night in one of the 2-storey rooms, much nicer, and with a/c. Lift is a classic!
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
18 Nov 2024
Verified traveler

HORRIBLE. Only stay here if you speak Spanish


This hotel is run by college kids and it shows. After cleaning every easily accessible countertop surface and throwing away the layers of dust, I decided I did not want housekeeping in the room as I could do a better job. There is no notice to put on your door. I told the front desk THREE times, no housekeeping. Twice while sleeping housekeeping came into my room!
I get a call while sleeping to tell me I am past my check out date and need to pay. I went to the front desk and they speak to me in Spanish and i say: No hablo Espanol. The girl looks at me and says in Spanish: this is Argentina, speak Spanish here!
What?!!!!!!!!
I showed them my correct check out date and my bill was paid.
The hotel has long electronic codes to get into your room, but there is no light to see it. Towel slips off the white hooks to hold your towels.
You can’t eat in the room. You can’t control the air conditioning. Because we have smartphones now the staff basically was unhelpful and not one staff member speaks English and there is no laundry as per hotels.com site. hotels.com is partly to blame by not letting international people know that they only want Spanish Speaking people at the hotel. When I brought all of this up to the manager (a young kid), he just made excuses for the staff and said the woman who told me it was time to check out was suspended, WHICH WAS NOTHING BUT A LIE. THIS HOTEL IS HORRIBLE. but i will say they were kind enough to let me check in one hour early. NEVER AGAIN
Self
4/10
Poor
13 Nov 2024
Miguel
When I arrived, I paid extra to check into my room before 2 p.m. However, the bathroom was dirty, so I had to request that it be cleaned. After that, I consistently felt that the room was not clean. To operate the air conditioning, you have to call the reception; there is no way to control the temperature yourself.
Additionally, several electrical outlets were loose. I would not return to this hotel, which, by the way, it should be considered instead a hostel.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
John
Highly Recommend!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Sep 2024
Emely
Overall this was a good experience. The only thing is that we didn’t get new towels the whole 5 days we were there. We had to re-use them.
The maid just arranged the bed sheets each day but she didn’t sweep nor mopped the floor because we found the same pieces of garbage around the room every day. We didn’t pick it up just to see if she did and she never did. Sadly, we suffer of hair loss and the hair was never picked up in the room nor the bathroom. We had to do it ourselves
The staff was great specially in the front desk, the only thing to improve is the room cleanliness
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
04 Sep 2024
Eddie
Great ambiance and rustic
4/10
Poor
19 Aug 2024
Jose

Think twice before booking here!

I rate this hotel some stars because it was very convenient right on one of the main streets, we were able to walk to a lot of places we visited. Don't get me wrong the hotel is gorgeous looking! Elevator service was pretty good for a very old building. We arrived a few hours early, so we just left our bags checked in for the meantime. When we returned, we got situated to our room. EVERYTHING was wrong even before we stepped into our room. The light above our door was pitch black due to the light bulb burned out. The door wouldn't open for us with the code they gave us. We obviously complained and told us they would change the batteries. My cousin that traveled with us went to the bathroom and there was no toilet paper. We had a very rough beginning!! The problem with the door was ongoing for over two days. The girl was upset and yelling at me because I was upset and complaining. The only good thing she did was transfer us to a room that the door function right. You would think we could have got an upgrade for all the inconvenience but no we got squeezed into a smaller space than the one we had at first. Since it's a very old build there is no windows!!! We had to keep calling reception every time we needed the ac on and mind you it was several times because it automatically shut off and they don't leave you the ac control. If they couldn't program it from downstairs, they would have to come up into your room. The WIFI in any floor did not work and that is they had so many.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2024
Ulises
It was fine place is really nice but uncomfortable because bathroom and bed are not very close
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2024
Graeme

This is the one!

After a 9 week holiday in South America and Europe I rate La Fresque as my favourite accommodation stay. I love \"oldy worldy\" and this hotel has been beautifully and sympathetically restored. The lift alone is an experience but without a doubt this whole hotel has character with a capital \"C\".
The suites have so much room and the bedroom is located on a mezzanine level above accessed via a spiral staircase. The vaulted and arched ceiling was very special and appears to be a feature of older buildings in this city.
The city is very walkable and La Fresque is in a prime location for sightseeing, restaurants and cafes. We found a delightful wine bar about 200 metres from the hotel on the other side of the street. Turn right and head in that direction. You won't be disappointed.
The bed was quite comfortable and there was little street noise considering the proximity to the main street.
The downstairs museum is well worth a visit and appears to be at capacity. There is old stuff crammed everywhere.
So that's it. If you like quirky, unusual and prime position in Buenos Aires at a very reasonable price then look no further.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2024
Sergio
Pintoresco, hermosa habitación
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2024
Diane
The location of this hotel is ideal! We loved being within walking distance of so many area attractions, restaurants and shopping. The building is interesting and artistic, very trendy. There are no exterior windows, which is a bit unnerving, but manageable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Feb 2024
John
Central location. Subway entrance in front.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
19 Feb 2024
LORAE

Pictures are deceiving.

Rooms were very basic. The bathroom had very little space on the sink to put things. No shelf and no door in the shower. Water went all over the floor and became slippery. Only one chair on the first level, which you couldn’t even sit in because it had a hole in it. Bed was tolerable and sloped a bit on one side. Most of the lights didn’t work in the room. Room was noisy. The person upstairs sounded like they were moving furniture in clogs.
Location was great. Sube right outside the door. Walk ability to many places.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Feb 2024
Kurt
Clean two storey rooms excellently located downtown.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Apr 2023
Lan
The front desk staff is very friendly and welcoming. Location is also very good 👍
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2023
Douglas
Many, many options for restaurants and shops within a short walk. There is a subway entrance literally 20 steps from the front door. The Obelisk is nearby, too. Great location. The real star is the front desk staff. They were so very help with luggage storage. Great stay.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2023
David
Right downtown, not far from the big Av 9 de Julio obelisk. Mini-markets, restaurants, cafes, cambios a conveniently short walk away. If you like 1890’s architecture, clean and extremely well maintained, basic but classy you’ll love this place. Very Buenos Aires!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2023
Riad
Good stay, great location. The place Just needs a little upgrade, that's all.
Self
8/10
Excellent
30 Jan 2023
Hugo
Over all great experience… the staff really nice… thank you
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2023
Jose
Good: Service, location (near main sites, great public transportation), unique architecture, cleanliness, good value for money, toiletries.

Bad: If you have mobility problems then the room design (with stairs) may not be for you, cannot self-control room temp.

Overall - Recommended as long as you are aware of it's weak points.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2022
Alejandro
The old elevayir texture walls an very profetional stuf
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2022
Verified traveler

Great stay

Had a great time here. Good English spoken by hotel staff and very friendly. Close to obilisco and subway station directly out front. I would definitely stay again.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
17 Sep 2022
Ravinder
Lovely hotel and fantastic staff
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2022
Matheus

Almost perfect

It was a great stay, awesome location, just a few steps from the subte (the subway) and many landscapes a quick ride or bus away. Raúl at the front desk was amazing and super helpful.
The only bummer was that there was no breakfast as stated on the listing.
Self
4/10
Poor
07 Dec 2021
SERGIO
The room was really dirty, dust everywhere, the cover on the bed was really dirty.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2020
SCOTT L

You get what you pay for.

Location was great - central to everything. The hotel is beautifully restored. Just be prepared if you pick the lowest priced room: our bedroom was up a flight of narrow stairs with the bathroom downstairs and no seating on first floor. Not ideal if you’re planning on killing a few bottles of very affordable Malbec every night. The staff were very helpful and courteous!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jan 2020
Vanessa

Buen hotel a buen precio

La relación precio-servicio es buena. De todos modos, los colchones deberían ser más gruesos para descansar mejor.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
18 Nov 2019
Verified traveler

Avoid this hotel

Excrement on the outside of the toilet. We were moved rooms 3 times in 24 hours. Appalling reception staff and the manager was not there at any point for us to speak to. Stained bedding also.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Like the place for breakfast big and luminate and full of ancient things..
Prefer the room the second stay , was bigger and bed was upstairs. Same price but maybe less people.. was weekdays and absolutely no noises. Dark so we slept well.
They kept luggage while we went to Iguazu falls but doesn’t feel it was so secure... not closed area and locked.. but no issues when we came back!
Well situated... near lot of places walking. Loved it
Leisure
2/10
Poor
09 Nov 2019
Verified traveler

Hell Week

This was hell week. It could be a great hotel but is is no sound proof. It is sol loud at night with traffic whether the windows are closed or not. AC not working, bed was rock hard, bathroom door had a hole in it and now it comes. You can hear every step the guest above you is making. We had a guest above us whom was very active between 10 om and 5 am. We literally had no sleep during this week. Great location but a nightmare stay. Staff did nothing to calm the guest above us down. Can not recommend at all.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
It's in a perfect location being right between the Plaza de Mayo and the Capitol and has a aubway stop right outside. The room was great and had a balcony and was two levels (which i enjoyed but might not be great for elderly or disabled). The inside was historic with a historical working elevator. The only downfalls at all were the wifi was spotty at times and the staff didnt speak much English.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2019
MichelleTorello
Very nice, cozy hotel. Staff very friendly. Very clean and neat. The style was also unique. Would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
This hotel is a typical Argentina building in the heart of the city. Walking distance to just about anything and 10 feet from the Metro and bus system. Will stay there again.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Apr 2019
Verified traveler

Great location and nice hotel.

It was a great stay. The location is incredible, minutes away from main attractions.
The hotel’s old French decor style is amazing, the rooms are well equipped with the basics and are clean.

I would have given this hotel a better rating, but the internet offered was weak, to the point of being non existent on our last day. Other than that, everything else was perfect.

Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Extraordinary property with unusual and charming style, decor, and architecture. Rustic and carefully curated 20th Century reception/cafe/lounge. Beautiful woodwork, exposed brick, very clever and practical use of space in public areas and in the room. Very special and unique in a great location.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2019
Edward

Really nice boutique hotel with friendly staff.

A great place to stay in Buenos Aries. Friendly staff, comfortable rooms and a good location to explore Buenos Aries from.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Feb 2019
MichelleMendez
Photo are deceitful , TV didn’t work, we ended up renting another hotel last 2 days of stay in Argentina & la Fresque refused to refund the night I didn’t use.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
It was a really beautiful hotel. The location was excellent. The staff were really friendly and so helpful. My holiday in Buenos Aires was really excellent thanks to all the wonderful staff.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
The location was very good but the hotel is too old.
Breakfast is also not good

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La Fresque Hotel Boutique
Avenida de Mayo 984, Buenos Aires, Argentina

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