We had originally booked the 1890 on Humberto Primo, only to find out that they had recently moved to Salta, not far from its previous location, but across the Avenida 9 de Julio, so we were a little sceptical. This, however, was totally unfounded. The new place is absolutely amazing, and it is furnished and decorated with impeccable taste, and was by far the most pleasant experience of our 3 weeks Argentina and Brazil trip.

The artist owner and her daughters are very charming and extremely helpful.

Coming back to 1890 for afternoon tea after a day spent walking through Buenos Aires was an experience we were looking forward to every day of our stay.

Highly recommended!

In the course of a 2 week holiday in Argentina, we stayed in 4 different Buenos Aires hotels. It was an opportunity to sample different "barrios" and styles of accomodation, from high-end fashion conscious to simple B&B. The 1890 was the clear winner, and the one we will return to. It is amazing value for the price. From the moment you enter, you can feel the influence of the artist's eye. Lucy herself did the paintings, and her daughters as well as one boyfriend run it with warmth and attention. For example, Pedro, who speaks excellent English, prints out detailed walking itineraries with dining suggestions and insider tips. You are likely to be offered tea & cookies whenever you return "home" from an outing. They all help willingly with restaurant reservations, and even helped us book hotels in the north when we left for a 3-day excursion. Rooms are beautifully decorated with unexpected charming touches. Beds (all are king sized, somewhat unusual in this part of the world) & linens are first rate. The common area is an oasis in white...The included breakfast is served at one large table, so depending when other guests awaken you may have it to yourself or share it. Once seated, the cook brings out several courses, including crepes, a fresh fruit plate, juice and the usual lackluster toasted sliced packaged breads enlivened by all manner of spreads. In this homey environment you may go into the tiny kitchen to use the phone, or use Pedro or Gabby's cell-phone. There is a high-speed laptop computer always out in the common space for guests' use.
One final note: The family has put the place up for sale and are set to open a slightly larger, 6-bedroom B&B instead. This one too will be in fascinating, dirty, antique- and tango-filled San Telmo. We can hardly wait to go back and try out the new 1890!

This is a beautiful little place. Arriving here, you think "where is it ?"But behind the anonymous exterieur is a truly wonderful B&B.

The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast and afternoon tea is delicous and the room design is great.

If you like small boutique type stays in a wonderful part of BA (San Telmo). then this is the place.

Our 4 nite stay at 1890 B & B was a fabulous experience!! Behind the doors of 843 Humberto Primo was a spectacular oasis right out of Houe Beautiful!!
The decor was exquisite, our room, the Celeste Suite was palatial and the stay was superb.
We loved Pedro & Gabby, who could not have been more accomodating and friendly, with tour bookings, restaurant suggestions & Milongas schedules.
Pedro went the extra mile when he accompanied me to a store for meds when I was not feeling well.
Great breakfasts and afternoon teas, beatutiful rooms and warm and friendly people!! Perfect location in the heart of San Telmo!!
We loved 1890 B & B!!!