Retiro
Buenos Aires
Popular places to visit
Plaza San Martin
Relax in a park with a preserved lawn, trees, statues, a war memorial and a tower in the center of the city.
Buquebus Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Buenos Aires with a trip to Buquebus Ferry Terminal. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Buenos Aires with a trip to Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
La Recova de Posadas
You can search for that perfect souvenir at La Recova de Posadas during your trip to Buenos Aires. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Palacio Paz
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires with a stop at Palacio Paz. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Museo de Armas
You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Armas, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Buenos Aires. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires: A Must-See Tango Experience at Madero Tango
Top hotels in Retiro
El Conquistador Hotel
Yes, the room spot was and yes, the staff is very polite and helpful
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Room was clean and comfortable (king with kitchens); breakfast was great; staff were helpful and very friendly; location was perfect for walking to shopping, tourist sites, dining and public/tourist transportation. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
The staff, the atmosphere the whole thing.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
Great service and very welcoming.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Hotel Pulitzer
Room was good. Outdoor noise was not good all weekend.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Principado Downtown
Room was neat and clean though a little dated. Hotel staff were very polite and helpful. Good breakfast and location was great plenty choices for restaurants, would stay again.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
Microcentro
Microcentro is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Florida Street and Gran Rex Theatre. See more of Buenos Aires by jumping on the metro at Florida Station or Lavalle Station.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Luna Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
El Centro
El Centro is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Obelisco and Gran Rex Theatre. See more of Buenos Aires by jumping on the metro at Carlos Pellegrini Station or July 9 Station.
San Nicolás
If you're spending time in San Nicolás, check out sights like Obelisco or Gran Rex Theatre and hop on the metro to see more the city at July 9 Station or Diagonal Norte Station.
Recoleta
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Recoleta. Spend some time visiting top spots like Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, and catch the metro at Las Heras Station or Pueyrredon Station (Santa Fe) to see more of the area.
Barrio Norte
If you're spending time in Barrio Norte, you might enjoy attractions like Santa Fe Avenue and 9 de Julio Avenue. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Las Heras Station to see more of the city.
