Hotel Costa Rica

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Costa Rica 4139, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal, 1176
  • Palermo Soho
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Recoleta Cemetery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Obelisco
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Buenos Aires (EZE-Ministro Pistarini Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Room (Baño fuera de la habitacion)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Buenos Aires

Located in Palermo within a 5-minute walk of Palermo Soho, Hotel Costa Rica is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights like Japanese Garden. This 20-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Palermo Soho - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Recoleta Cemetery - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Palace of the Argentine National Congress - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Colón Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Obelisco - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Buenos Aires Corrientes Station - 4 min drive
  • R. Scalabrini Ortiz Station - 14 min walk
  • Ministro Pistarini Intl. Airport (EZE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saigon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Los Remanseros - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amores Tintos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nieva en Cameros - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Soler Vino y Pizza - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Costa Rica

Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At Hotel Costa Rica, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a library. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include safes and wardrobes or closets.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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 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%).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hotel Costa Rica caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Buenos Aires
Hotel Costa Rica Buenos Aires
Hotel Costa Rica Hotel
Hotel Costa Rica Buenos Aires
Hotel Costa Rica Hotel Buenos Aires

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Costa Rica?

Hotel Costa Rica offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Costa Rica?

This hotel is situated in Palermo within a short 4-minute walk of Palermo Soho and also 12 minutes on foot from Serrano Square. You'll also find Obelisco and Colón Theatre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Costa Rica?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel Costa Rica feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Costa Rica doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Costa Rica?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Costa Rica?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Costa Rica?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Costa Rica have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Costa Rica serves free continental breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Will Hotel Costa Rica allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Costa Rica.

Does Hotel Costa Rica have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Costa Rica?

The closest major airport to Hotel Costa Rica is Buenos Aires (AEP-Aeroparque Jorge Newbery), which is 4 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ministro Pistarini Intl. Airport (EZE), which is located 18.7 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Costa Rica?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a terrace or a patio where guests can enjoy courtyard views.

Hotel Costa Rica Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 470 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeannine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Costa Rica gets an 11 on a scale of 10!! We absolutely recommend to ANYONE. Hotel staff went above and beyond to help us with everything from directions to straightening out a booking situation gone terribly wrong. Antonio, Mariana and Franco were our guardian angels!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew, Chicago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Basic property but in a great location. Room was small but was as described. Included breakfast was a disappointment being mostly pastries and bread. Check-out was 10am, which is absurdly early. Bed was comfortable and staff was friendly enough. If you are just looking for a place to store your stuff and sleep for a short stay, this place is fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lemiel

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is definitely not an 8.3 rating as they displayed it on a sign in the dining area. The rooms are too small and cramped. The shower was awful as there was no place to put one’s toiletries or simply the soap. Also, when it rained, the water came down on the floors everywhere. The breakfasts were below adequate. Most of the staff was very nice and helpful with the exception of Carlos, who was the rudest Argentine we have ever met. He refused to give me change for a $10000 pesos or even contemplate us paying one of the two front desk workers to take our laundry to the laundromat for pay or for me to approach the cleaning lady to ask her to do it for us for pay. Consequently, we had to cancel one of our tours in order to get back earlier in order to drop the laundry off. The other workers, like Franco, were awesome. Finally, having no tv in the rooms is inconceivable as every other hotel we have stayed in Argentina for a similar price has always had it. Also, the walls and floors appeared unkempt, paint chipped, cement floors broken, that is, the “shabby chic” ness was totally not the case.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A decent place for a couple nights

A perfectly nice place to stay; but nothing special. The place seemed weirdly empty which felt strange. But the room was as shown though a bit less spacious and the staff were kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

Good start for BA

Geeat stay in Palermo. The staff were friendly and the rooms were tidy. The hotel is quite and designed well. The breakfast is not rich but OK, there is a cool close rooftop to chill at, and they are nearby the center area of Palermo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

emery

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Practical 2 night stay. Conveniently located.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachita

Traveled with family and small children
Location was great . Staff is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valeria E.

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

A little calm oasis in the middle of the city

The hotel was very nice, excellent service in a very well remodeled beginning of the XX century house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and kind. The room was a bit noisy when people chat between them in the corridor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

joan

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

Hidden gem in Palermo soho

At first glance it doesn’t look exciting but it’s amazing small hotel in a great walking district of Buenos atirs. You feel transported to a different era. Lots of lounges and comfy seats. Very pleasant staff … helpful. Bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien situé(quartier Soho). Belle terasse sur le toit. Personnel sympatique et de bons conseils.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GAYL, Edina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in an older building, and they have done an excellent job making this feel like a unique, artistic hotel. Bed was also comfortable, bathroom was clean, and staff were always present and friendly. Great upstairs terrrace and lots of areas to sit, work or just chill out. Very walkable area right out the door with good restaurants just a few blocks away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good hotel, simple setting but with charm

The key question whether you like this hotel or not is whether you see the glass as half full or halv empty. It is a simple hotel, rooms are even more simpler, but everything was functioning well in the room and it was clean, but with ample “patina”. Breakfast is quite light. Regarding noise it is full transparency to the corridor so bring earplugs. Location is good and the staff is very friendly. Given the price I paid I was overall satisfied.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kjersten

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has lots of character being a renovated antique home with very pleasant decor and rooftop sitting area. The staff super nice and friendly. The rooms very comfortable and an excellent safe neighborhood, walking distance to many dining and drinking options. The price was super good for what you get! I would stay there again. Loved the place all and all
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was superfriendly and the common areas were nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GAYL, Edina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Some narrow stairs required to get to my room - not a problem for me, but could be for some.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a last minute booking after a flight was cancelled but the room has the shower openly a part of the bedroom, the toilet was in a cupboard under the staircase, it was dark, window to hallway and overall very tight. It was fine for one night only.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Hidden Gem

We often stay in Palermo when we are in Buenos Aires and this is the first time we have stayed at hotel Costa Rica. It was just lovely. The design was amazing and the hotel has a great vibe with a lovely rooftop terrace. Owner was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nanette, Germantown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After reading a recent horrible review I thought that I had made a mistake booking a room at this hotel. I want to tell those who read reviews that the gentleman’s complaint was very unfair. The hotel is a gem if you like old time tradition. The pictures are true to reality, what you see is what you get. In my opinion it was beautiful. The coffee at the bar was delicious and I wish I had the time for an aperitif or glass of wine at the bar. Since this is a very unique and old building it is true that you may hear some noises from other guests but honestly it was no different than hearing the doors close in American hotels. If the pictures are appealing to you, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Keep in mind this was and old house so hotel is kinda old. It was raining while I was there and the room I was had some leaks and immediately they upgraded my room. You have to understand the history of the building before comparing others but the staff response was always top class. Hotel is in Palermo area so you can walk everywhere with no issues. Small grocery stores are nearby so you can get your drinks to prep to go out and grab an Uber if you want. Dear fellow Americans: they offer American style breakfast but portions are normal 😄
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024