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Back in BA

El Salvador 5115 | Palermo, Buenos Aires 1414, Argentina (Formerly Bait International Hostel)
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4.0 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
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Tauranga
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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Really good hostel, stayed here when we first arrived in BA, and immediately felt safe. It is clean and in a nice area, not too far of a walk to the nearest subway. Wish we had booked more than 3 nights there! Staff (especially Matt) were super helpful and knew lots about the area. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Stayed here back in March in a very clean and inexpensive mixed dorm,The location is great situated in the heart of Palermo Soho. The best thing about this hostel is the staff Melvin is Tops and will go above and beyond to make sure you have a great time. Will be back next time I am in BA More

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Maastricht
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Although the hostel was ok for the price, I saw things in this hostel which borders the incredible: people doing coke in the bathroom upstairs, smoking marijuana, with no regard for the people waiting outside. Then the boozing at night was really nerve wrecking. No respect for the guests whatsoever. They were all intoxicated, a bunch of drunks drinking vodka... More

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BaitbaHostel, Owner at Back in BA, responded to this review
18 May 2012

Thank you for the feedback. I am very happy you have recognised our great value for money and location in Palermo Soho – we feel the same way! This is a review from September 2011, which has just been posted. Fundamentally, if this review is genuine, I think it’s more a case of not getting along with the other guests... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

We stayed a couple of days in a double room. The room was good, showers and toilet outside the room and usually clean. Breakfast was extremely simply, we had to bring add-ons to eat properly. Service was friendly. Wifi and computers to use available. Location well set in Palermo close to the nightlife district. After all it's a hostel and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Only criticism is that rooms can be a bit noisy if there's a party going on. Staff was fabulous and helpful and pleasant. Place is very clean and well located. More

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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

I LOVE LOVE LOVED Bait Hostel!! I can't say enough nice things about this place. The reception guys: Pablo, Melvin, and Carlos are simply amazing. Pablo was able to secure me a last minute reservation on a ferry to Colonia and endured being on the phone for almost half an hour with the ferry company to get it processed. Pablo... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

I stayed at Back in BA for almost a month and it certainly was hard to leave at the end. The staff are super friendly and go out of their way to make you feel at home. They are all very well informed about nightlife as well as day activities. The common area is air conditioned (necessary for BA summer!)... More

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Valdivia, Chile
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

I'm not primarly writing this reviewbecause we got bed bugs in the hostel (this might not be a cleaning issue of the hostel but another guests fault) but because of the in my view unprofessional and impolite reaction of the manager who didn't show any kind of responsibilty - what tells something about the quality of the hostel as well... More

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BaitbaHostel, Owner at Back in BA, responded to this review
9 April 2012

We get loads of positive reviews on TripAdvisor and elsewhere and I'm glad this review recognises our great location and value for money, as well as the friendly helpful staff. However, much of what is said is not accurate or, I beleive, truthful. Indeed, this is the first time we have had to deal with the unfortunate threat of 'give... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

We really loved this place. Perfect location in the heart of Palermo Soho. The place has a reputation for being a party hostel, but we are not the biggest partiers and really enjoyed it. They make a strong effort to keep the noise down after midnight. Everyone is very social, which is nice. GREAT common spaces and outdoor terrace. Great... More

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Cartagena, Colombia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011

We stayed in Bait for almost 1 week in the dorms then moved to the double when one freed up. The rooms were very clean and the I was pleasantly surprised with the double room, pretty high standard for a hostel. BA does get very hot and humid, the rooms have fans which somewhat help. But I think you'd find... More

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El Salvador 5115 | Palermo, Buenos Aires 1414, Argentina (Formerly Bait International Hostel)
Price range (per night):* 26 AUD - 41 AUD

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