America del Sur HostelvsThe Glu Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Glu Hotel ranks marginally better than America del Sur Hostel. The Glu Hotel comes in at 79 with approval from 5 sources like Time Out, Frommer's and BlackBook.
America del Sur Hostel
Chacabuco 718, San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
From $12/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Time Out
"This tall, imposing building seemed to appear from one moment to the next, in this slowly awakening bit of San Telmo in tourism terms." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This gorgeous boutique-like hostel is the fanciest of its kind in Buenos Aires, and built especially to be a hostel." Full review
Frommer's
"This one stands out because it feels more like a mid-range hotel, especially if you have a double room that comes with a private bathroom and TV...there are plenty of places to hang out" Full review
The Glu Hotel
Godoy Cruz 1733, Buenos Aires 1414, Argentina
From $116/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"What makes the hotel special, in addition to service, is how quiet it is compared to other boutique hotels in Palermo Soho, which strive to be social centers." Full review
Fodor's
"Run with love by the Glusman Family, this boutique hotel has 11 spacious rooms, all stylishly equipped with wood furnishings, bright wooden floors, and a small bar." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Glu Hotel, a small, boutique property in the posh Palermo neighborhood, feels like an urban oasis in bustling Buenos Aires." Full review
Time Out
"Immaculate rosewood furnishings, buff leather sofas, velvet chairs and spotless linen bedclothes are all pleasing to the eye and to the touch." Full review
BlackBook
"Modern boutique hotel for travelers seeking upscale digs with less pretense."
The Telegraph
8.0
"A family-run, 11-room boutique hotel located in the hippest neighbourhood in the city, but you might not get out and explore much – the bedrooms are large and linger-worthy, and it’s obligatory to have breakfast in bed." Full review