Ostinatto Hostel

Ostinatto Hostel is situated on the edge of the hip San Telmo district. There is a great little supermarket very near to the hostel and the launderette next door is very cheap. The hostel is a quiet, non-party hostel. There is no smoking in the hostel -- a godsend for those that don't smoke. They allow smoking on the balcony. There is supposed to be a non-drinking policy too, but the odd bottle of wine or two for a civilised drink goes unnoticed.

The dorms are spacious with large lockers to accommodate the biggest of backpacks. The dorms at the front support great balconies overlooking the street. The kitchen is well equipped, with two large fridges and two large hobs (but no oven). The bathrooms are good, though there are only two showers per floor, but the showers are very powerful and always clean. There are two internet terminals as well as wi-fi in the chillout area, away from the kitchen. There is a great roof terrace with a BBQ where you can cook your own Parilla.

There is a TV room in the basement, but it doesn't get used much because the music from reception filters down. The somewhat loud music seems to be the only downfall of the hostel. The hostel does free tango and yoga lessons. The tango lessons are great fun and a must if you are there on a Monday or Wednesday.

Buffet breakfast is very good, with lots of fresh fruit, white and brown bread, jams, honey, and dulce de leche and ample supplies of good coffee and tea. Breakfast is very sociable -- a great way to meet other people. Overall Ostinatto is a great hostel. Don't expect any parties from this hostel, instead expect a good night's sleep and a great place to chill out.

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June 2007