La Plata
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How much do hostels in La Plata cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in La Plata, Argentina range from $23 to $23/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 2 hostels.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $23.
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in La Plata start at $23/night. La Plata is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Argentina; 12 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.
Other cities in Argentina
- Salta hostel prices from $6/night
- Mendoza hostel prices from $7/night
- Cafayate hostel prices from $8/night
- Puerto Iguazu hostel prices from $8/night
- San Miguel de Tucumán hostel prices from $8/night
- Cordoba hostel prices from $9/night
- Bariloche hostel prices from $10/night
- La Rioja hostel prices from $10/night
- Tilcara hostel prices from $10/night
- El Chalten hostel prices from $11/night
- San Salvador de Jujuy hostel prices from $11/night
- Buenos Aires hostel prices from $12/night
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Local knowledge for La Plata
Where to stay
Budget travelers cluster around the Diagonal, the massive central avenue that cuts the city into a grid, and the blocks near the main bus terminal on the southern edge. Staying near the Diagonal puts you walking distance from the cathedral and university; staying near the terminal saves time on connections but is quieter and further from the historic center.
Getting around
- La Plata is a university town, so the student population keeps prices down and the nightlife active. The area around the university campus and the Diagonal has the highest density of hostels and cheap eateries catering to students.
- Get to Buenos Aires first, then take a frequent bus or train from the Retiro or Constitución terminals. The ride is short and costs a fraction of a private transfer, with multiple departures daily making it easy to fit into any schedule.
- The city is famous for its wetlands and birdlife. Day trips to the nearby reserves are easy to arrange independently by bus or taxi, and are far cheaper than packaged tours from Buenos Aires, which often include long, unnecessary transfers.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book during the cooler, wetter months of May through August. Prices climb and rooms fill during the Argentine summer holidays in December and January, and around major university exam breaks or local festivals.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in La Plata cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $23. Dorm beds currently range from $23 to $23/night across the next 3 months of availability.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in La Plata?
HostelHound currently tracks 2 hostels in La Plata, Argentina.
Is La Plata affordable compared to other hostel cities in Argentina?
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in La Plata start at $23/night. La Plata is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Argentina; 12 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.
Where do backpackers stay in La Plata?
Budget travelers cluster around the Diagonal, the massive central avenue that cuts the city into a grid, and the blocks near the main bus terminal on the southern edge. Staying near the Diagonal puts you walking distance from the cathedral and university; staying near the terminal saves time on connections but is quieter and further from the historic center.
What is the best time of year to visit La Plata?
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book during the cooler, wetter months of May through August. Prices climb and rooms fill during the Argentine summer holidays in December and January, and around major university exam breaks or local festivals.