Salta

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Dorm beds in Salta, Argentina range from $5 to $19/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 22 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.

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Hostel prices in Salta, Argentina

A typical dorm night in Salta runs about $5.

At $5/night and up, Salta is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Argentina.

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Hostels we track in Salta

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Local knowledge for Salta

Where to stay

Most hostels cluster in the centro histórico within a few blocks of Plaza 9 de Julio, which keeps you walking distance from almost everything worth seeing. Calle Balcarce, a short walk south of the plaza, is the peña strip, so if you are a light sleeper, ask for a room on an interior courtyard before you check in.

Getting around

  • Take the teleférico up Cerro San Bernardo for a few hundred pesos rather than grinding up the 1,000-plus steps. Skip the overpriced cafe at the summit and bring water from the center.
  • Buses from the Terminal de Ómnibus run to Cafayate and through the Quebrada de las Conchas for a fraction of what tour operators charge. The canyon scenery is the point, and the bus goes right through it.
  • Eat at the Mercado Municipal rather than the restaurants facing Plaza 9 de Julio. Empanadas salteñas and locro cost about a third of the price and the quality holds up.

When to go

Argentine winter school holidays in July push hostel prices up and fill beds fast. April, May, and September tend to be noticeably quieter and cheaper.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Salta cost per night?

Dorm beds in Salta currently range from $5 to $19/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Salta?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Salta are July 4, July 5, July 6.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Salta?

HostelHawk currently tracks 22 hostels in Salta, Argentina.

Is Salta affordable compared to other hostel cities in Argentina?

Salta is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Argentina, with dorm prices starting from $5/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Salta?

Most hostels cluster in the centro histórico within a few blocks of Plaza 9 de Julio, which keeps you walking distance from almost everything worth seeing. Calle Balcarce, a short walk south of the plaza, is the peña strip, so if you are a light sleeper, ask for a room on an interior courtyard before you check in.

What is the best time of year to visit Salta?

Argentine winter school holidays in July push hostel prices up and fill beds fast. April, May, and September tend to be noticeably quieter and cheaper.