Where to stay in Salta, capital of the Argentine province of the same name? What’s the best neighborhood? The simple answer is: in the historic center, preferably close to Praça 9 de Julho. This is where most of the city’s restaurants, shops, bars and historic buildings are located.
If you stay in the center of Salta, a short walk can take you to the region’s main tourist attractions, such as the Cathedral, the High Mountain Archeology Museum, the Convent and the park where the cable car station is located.
There are also several agencies that offer tours around the city, such as the Cafayate and Conchas ravines, Salinas Grandes and Purmammarca.
Where to stay in Salta: hotels in the center
This text is a complete guide on where to stay in Salta, with tips on inns, hostels, luxury hotels and cheap hotels in the city.
Hostels and cheap hotels in Salta
There is no shortage of hostel and cheap hotel options in Salta. This region of Argentina is very inviting for those traveling on a tight budget.
- Holiday home – Great location, close to Praça 9 de Julho. It has dormitories for 4 or 6 people and double rooms with shared bathroom. Daily rates at 18 dollars.
- La Covacha – The location is also the highlight of this hostel, which costs 13 dollars a night.
- Casa de Borgoña – Simple and comfortable guesthouse three blocks from Praça 9 de Julho. Daily rates at 35 dollars.
- Marilian – Modern hostel with parking and incredible location. Daily rates at 18 dollars.
- Vampayá – Inn with daily rates for 37 dollars and rooms for families.
- Posada del Sol – Cheap guesthouse in Salta: three stars and 50 dollars a night.
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Hotels in Salta: three, four and five stars
- Hotel Salta – Right on Praça 9 de Julho, the best place to stay in Salta. It has a spa, swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, minibar and city views. The hotel is located inside a listed building. Daily rates at 110 dollars.
- Casa Real– 700 meters from the center, this hotel has an indoor pool and great rooms. Daily: 160 dollars.
- Design Suites Saltas – Four stars, incredible views from the terrace and 170 dollars a night in one of the best hotels in Salta.
- Solar de la Plaza – Great option for couples, this inn has daily rates for 115 dollars.
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Swimming pool at Hotel Salta
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