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Defensa 821

Defensa 821, Buenos Aires 1065, Argentina
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Defensa 821
Ranked #54 of 226 Buenos Aires B&B and Inns
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Berlin, Germany
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2012

Our Hosts, Juan & Marcela were so friendly and we've again (after our visit in the last year) had a warm welcome despite of our late Arrival at 9pm. We've got the Room at the very top of the House, with a nice, separated terrace overlooking Defensa Street. Breakfast consists of Sandwiches de Miga and Medialunas, Coffe and Juice, so... More

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Sydney, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 13, 2012

Home San Telmo resembled more a hostel than a B&B however the location was excellent to discover San Telmo and the hosts were exceptionally helpful with local knowledge,tips and advice to discover BA. We only wished there was a bar fridge in the room to keep our drinks cool and our snacks fresh. It's basic but it's well placed and... More

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Vienna, Austria
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20 reviews 20 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

We stayed there at the beginning and at the end of our trip. The hosts were really helpful and made a lot of valuable recommendations regarding our onward journey. Breakfast is good and served on the rooftop terrace or in your room upon request. On Sundays there's an antiques market right in front of the house (be aware of the... More

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UK
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23 reviews 23 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2012

We've had a very good stay here. This is a B&B so we knew not to expect all the facilities of a hotel. We had a comfortable bed and good shower with plenty of hot water whenever we needed it, everything kept clean and inviting. Everything looks better than the unmarked door and first flight of stairs might make some... More

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Manaus, AM
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

I made a reservation on Venere.com and received confirmation from property. A few hours later I received a message from the property stating that my reservation had been canceled as I had requested. In that message they attached the cancellation policies stating that I would have to pay for first night. The problem is that I never requested to cancel... More

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London
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
109 helpful votes 109 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2012

This place could be so great, just needs to clean up the entrance way (it was quite dirty when we were there) put some plants in the hallways and on the terrace and properly fix the rooms. The owners were on hols when we stayed and their sister was looking after the place. She was really helpful, got more towels... More

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Pinamar, Argentina
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2012

Basically, the two more important things are: Location and Owners. Amazing, only 5 blocks of the Casa de la Rosada (pink house) and 2 blocks of Puerto del Madero. Really we stay in the hearth of Fair Market on defensa street. Nice owners, very helpful. We feel like our house. Use the room on the top of house, next the... More

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Los Angeles, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

Pros: Owners are very nice and try to be helpful. The breakfast was simple (pastries, juice, ham/cheese sandwiches, coffee, tea, fruit) but nice. The locations is FANTASTIC for the San Telmo market. The place sits literally on the market route. You are also relatively close to Puerto Madero (good area for restaurants) and Plaza de Mayo (A historical place). Also,... More

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York, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2012

There is a locked door at the bottom of a dilapidated building. You climb 2 flights of narrow stone steps with all your luggage. Reception is in a bare room; a low table has well-thumbed magazines. The bedroom we were shown had a futon-type bed near the floor and very little other furniture. There was no air-conditioning though the owner... More

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Rome, Italy
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

This is a terrific place to stay. My partner and I stayed here for 5 nights on our first ever visit to BA. Marce and Juan Jose are hugely knowledgeable and great hosts - we were quickly able to make the most of our stay following their advice on where to go and what to see. Recommend this house and... More

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Address: Defensa 821, Buenos Aires 1065, Argentina
Region: Argentina > Capital Federal District > Buenos Aires
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #54 of 226 B&Bs / Inns in Buenos Aires
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Home San Telmo, bed & breakfast and guest house in the real Soho of Buenos Aires. Contemporary amenities combined with the intimacy and tranquility of small property in the hearth of San Telmo is the first and only of its kind in Goa. We have four rooms with elegant private bathroom. All rooms with modern style. Home San Telmo is ideally located within one of the most traditional neighborhoods, which give Buenos Aires its indisputable flair. Here you can enjoy the wonderful colonial architecture, lavish history and unique art, which make San Telmo so culturally rich. Wake your spirit up and embark on a grand journey with the HOME to discovery the tradition of art, music, history and literature intertwined with style and comfort. ... more   less 
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