Quiet and peaceful, this adorable one-bedroom is perfect for a couple but can sleep three. On the ground floor of an historic building (Casa Colectiva Bernardino Rivadavia), The Depto has been completely renovated. We knocked down a wall to open the kitchen up to the living room and desk space. Just beyond the kitchen is a patio/breakfast room surrounded by windows.
The decor is an eclectic mix of urban and vintage. In the living room, the sofa is a mid-century modern twin bed (where the third person could sleep) and the chair is a matching crib.
The original pine floors, heavy doors, and window frames were important to restore. This is a famous building, after all. We updated the kitchen and bathroom for modern standards while leaving the solid bones that are common in 100-year-old structures. They don’t make buildings like this anymore.
The polished cement floors in the spacious bathroom feel great on bare feet. There is no bathtub, only a shower with amazing water pressure. And the soft hues in the bedroom make it much easier for you to enjoy Buenos Aires nights and sleep in. Just close the shutters on the windows and you’ll never know the sun has risen.
The best thing about the Depto though is its location. San Telmo is the most authentic neighborhood in Buenos Aires. It’s got a bohemian artsy vibe to it. Defensa, the main street, is packed with antique shops, cool boutiques, rustic eateries, and street vendors and performers galore on Sundays.
For additional photos and information, read our blog post introducing The Depto to our collection.
To scroll through the images of The Depto, click the arrows on the right or the left.
| Period | Rate | Per Night | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 night | $70 USD | $70 USD | 3-night minimum |
| 1 week | $455 USD | $65 USD | |
| 1 month | $1500 USD | $50 USD |
Methods of Payment
Cash – We prefer that you pay in cash (US dollars) at the moment of check-in. There are no transaction fees or banking fees when you pay in cash, so this is the cheapest route.
Wire Transfer – You can pay by wire transfer to a US or European bank account. In this case, there is a $10 US banking fee to be paid by the renter in addition to the full rent. This should be paid before your arrival to ensure that it has reached our bank account by the time you are checking in.
Credit Cards – Credit cards can be used through PayPal. There is an additional 5% transaction fee charged by PayPal that will be added on to the rental amount. If you’d like to use your credit card or pay through PayPal, you will need to let us know in advance so that we can send the request (rent + 5%) to you before you leave home. You’ll have to pay this before leaving home because PayPal blocks access when you try to use your account while overseas.
We ask for a $100 USD deposit for short-term bookings. Please see our Rental Terms and Conditions for further details.
The location is amazing. The Depto is on Defensa, the main street here in San Telmo, just four blocks from Plaza Dorrego, the main square here in San Telmo, and about six blocks from San Telmo Loft.
Move the map around to see how close we are to Plaza Dorrego, Plaza de Mayo, and Puerto Madero.
It’s right at the top of one of the most picturesque streets in the neighborhood, Pasaje San Lorenzo, where you can visit the tiniest house in the city (La Casa Minima).
One of the best pizzerias in the city, Sr. Telmo, is right on the corner of Pasaje San Lorenzo and Defensa. On Sundays, the San Telmo street fair packs the neighborhood and stands fill even Pasaje San Lorenzo (video of the street fair).
Or, for the history buffs in the group, take a tour through the beautifully renovated El Zanjon (right next door to The Depto), the underground tunnels once used to smuggle goods from the port to the city.
21 Comments To This Article… add one
Hi! Would the Depto be available for one month starting on 21 October? Thanks! Best, Marie
Hello, My husband and I are planning a trip to Buenos Aires at the end of March 2011. We are interested one of your units; our first choice would be the Depto. Our dates are somewhat flexible but plan to arrive around 3/22/11 and would like to stay 5 or 6 nights. Is the apartment available for these dates?
Thanks. Look forward to hearing from you. Maureen
Hello Maureen…. Thanks so much for contacting us! The Depto is booked all of March and April, but The Loft is available in March. I’ll send you an email with the details and options.
More shortly!
Angela
Hola, Is Depto available for the month of April/11? let me know. gracias Margarita
Hello Margarita,
Thanks so much for your interest in The Depto. It’s actually booked until May 11. The Pad, our 2-bedroom with a private terrace is available from April 7 – 30 if you’re interested in more space. Please let me know if you have more questions.
Wishing you the best,
Angela
Hello,
My sister Katie stayed in your lovely Depto flat last year and I’m visiting BA with my girlfriend sometime in Jan / Feb 2012 so wondered if it was free.
Exact dates are TBC but what do you have any current bookings in Jan – Feb?
Thanks,
Oliver
Hi Oliver,
We have some bookings in other apartments but not yet in The Depto. That’s a pretty busy time of year and a beautiful time to be here, so the sooner you guys know your dates the better. We’d love for you and your girlfriend to stay with us. Tell Katie hello. And thanks so much for your interest in The Depto!
Talk soon,
Angela
Hello there,
My husband are I visiting Buenos Aires from February 25th and will be staying a week, what properties are still available for those dates?
Thank you!
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer,
I’ve just sent you an email. We hope you’ll stay with us.
Thanks,
Angela
Hello,
I’m holidaying in BA with my girlfriend for a week either from 28th December 2011 or 2nd January.
I was wondering if the Depto was free and if so what the rate would be for 7 days?
Many thanks,
Oliver
Hi Oliver,
Yes, The Depto is available at that time of year. We’d love to have you stay with us. I’ll send you an email with the details.
Thanks,
Angela
Hello,
I hope you are well.
So we are now coming out to BA on the 28th January 2012. Just checking the Depto is available for then?
Our holiday will now be slightly shorter so hoping we could book it for 5 nights. Is that possible and can you please confirm the price for me?
Thanks again, almost there!
Oliver
Hi Oliver…. just sent you an email. The Depto is available. And January is a great time to be here!
Talk soon,
Angela
Hi Angela,
My 2 friends and I are interested in renting the Depto for the period 23rd – 27th October 2011. Please let me know if it is available and the total cost?
Hi Donna,
Thanks for your interest in The Depto. We’re completely booked that week in all of the apartments and in the guesthouse, we only have one room available on the 25th and 26th. I’ll reply to you by email, too. We hope you’ll keep us in mind for a future trip to Buenos Aires. This is our busiest time of year and we do tend to book up early.
All the best,
Angela
Hi Angela,
I’m wondering if any of your apartments are available this weekend for three nights (preferably from Thursday, 27th through the 29th). Please let me know if any this available this weekend – I know it’s a bit last minute but I’m crossing my fingers… Your apartments look incredible!!
Hi Mia,
I’ve just sent you an email. We’ve had a cancelation in The Hideaway so it is available this weekend. Hope you’ll come and stay with us.
Talk soon,
Angela
Hi Angela`!
My son, husband and I are going to BA to visit our daughter – !! And looking very much foreward to it !!!!
We arrive on dec. 19. 2011 and leave on the 30. – which makes 11 days.
Do you have any vacancies ? Preferably something with a balcony.
Thanks Ulla
Hello Ulla,
Thank you so much for your interest in our places. We are completely booked up in December. We only have a few vacancies here and there, but nothing for 11 days from Dec. 19 – 30. It’s a great time to be here. I’m sure your family will have a wonderful stay in Buenos Aires.
Again, many thanks!
Angela
Hi Angela
My Husband and I are going to B.A from the 18.october untill the 14.th november. Is it possible to rent the Depto for that period, and if what will be the price. If it is not vacant do you have other possibilities in San Telmo
Yours sincerely Helle Hasle
Hello Helle,
Thank you for your interest in The Depto. We already have a booking from Oct. 18 – 22, but after that The Depto is available until Nov. 14. I’ll send you an email now. Maybe you could begin your stay in The Gallery and then switch over to The Depto on Oct. 22 when it becomes available.
More shortly,
Angela