Principado Downtown

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy a generous breakfast buffet before exploring historic Plaza San Martin, all just steps from this sophisticated Buenos Aires retreat

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Principado Downtown in central Buenos Aires offers a hearty breakfast buffet, grocery store, and sunny terrace. Visit nearby Plaza San Martin and Centro Cultural Kirchner, or relax in the garden or library. WiFi and multilingual staff make it an ideal base for any traveler.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is NT$3,221
NT$3,315 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19

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Junior Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Junior Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Principado Downtown is in Microcentro, a neighborhood in Buenos Aires with great shopping. Plaza de Mayo and Obelisco are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Galerias Pacifico and Paseo La Plaza. Colón Theatre and Centro Cultural Kirchner are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Buenos Aires travel guide
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Paraguay 481, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal, C1057AAC

What's nearby

  • Florida Street which includes interior views
    Florida Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • BuenosAires_GaleriasPacifico_6159400_6
    Galerias Pacifico
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza San Martin featuring a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza
    Plaza San Martin
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Buenos Aires showing a sunset and a city
    Obelisco
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Casa Rosada showing a statue or sculpture and a monument
    Casa Rosada
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Catalinas Station
    4 min walk
  • Buenos Aires Retiro Station
    10 min walk
  • Ministro Pistarini Intl. Airport (EZE)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Florida Garden
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • El Establo
    1 min walk
  • Extrawurst - Gastschänke
    2 min walk
  • The Pub
    1 min walk

About this property

Principado Downtown

Upscale hotel near Galerias Pacifico
Located close to Plaza San Martin and Centro Cultural Kirchner, Principado Downtown provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
  • A reception hall, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a computer station
  • A porter/bellhop, a ballroom, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 99 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 35 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 969 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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.
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (up to 3 years old)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per day (108 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Principado Downtown Hotel Buenos Aires
Hotel Principado Buenos Aires
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Principado Hotel Buenos Aires
Principado Downtown Buenos Aires
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Principado Downtown Hotel Buenos Aires

Frequently asked questions

Is Principado Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Principado Downtown?

As of 2026/1/25, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Principado Downtown on 2026/2/18 start from NT$3,221, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Principado Downtown?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Principado Downtown?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Principado Downtown provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Principado Downtown located?

Located in Microcentro, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Galerias Pacifico and Plaza San Martin. Centro Cultural Kirchner and Colón Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Catalinas Station is only a 4-minute walk and San Martin Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Principado Downtown Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adebola

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff, Good breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Analia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, great staff, clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and it was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very late check in due to flight delay and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean, the breakfast is really good. The staff are very professional and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Great staff. Great breakfasts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chaitanya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

CHING HUA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of the hotel 2 blocks away and you have a street full of shops and food court
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional breakfast. Great staff. Fantastic location. Great value for families.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Himanshu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean throughout. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a good place with an amazing staff. Rooms need an update but are comfortable though. Near good places to visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

maarten

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, clean and classy, receptionist very helpful, they even gave us a good walking plan, we love the restaurant next to it “El Establo” authentic and historic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

hansel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, well located
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff are great! Clean rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Below average breakfast; room was clean; service at front desk was good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adalgisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything. The hotel is beautiful and very clean. The staff is incredibly nice and professional. The breakfast is extraordinary
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beiyan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean with necessary supplies and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It is well maintained, staff are friendly and helpful and a very pleasant place to stay. It is located in a great area. Close to shopping and walkable to many sights. Would stay here again and recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Internet was fast. Breakfast was delicious. It was a second time for us staying in this hotel. If it is possible, ask for the room on upper floor. The bathroom needs to be renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly front desk , excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value and great location.

Close to steak restaurant and Hop-on-hop-off bus stop. Decent breakfast with good choice of pastries.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nidia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The location is very central to walk around. The only thing I would say to have access to coffee and tea for the guests would be a +
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navaratnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025