Palermo Soho & Hollywood
Boutiques, brunch and a very long dinner.
Palermo is a large district, and the two visitor-friendly parts are Soho, with boutiques, cafés and nightlife, and Hollywood, quieter and greener around the parks. It is the best base for eating and going out, with a young, creative feel and a wide range of restaurants. It is also spread out, a little self-consciously trendy, and the pavements can be uneven. Book a room away from the main bar streets if you want sleep.
What works
- The best concentration of restaurants and bars
- Boutiques and design shops
- Parks and a walkable street life
What doesn’t
- Noisy on weekend nights
- No metro in the heart of Soho
- Trendy and sometimes crowded
One local move
Do not book dinner before 9pm if you want the real atmosphere; many kitchens only get going then. Walk the parks and side streets during the day rather than the main shopping avenues.
Getting around
The subte D line runs along the edge at Scalabrini Ortiz and Plaza Italia. Much of Soho is best walked; taxis and ride apps are cheap by international standards and useful at night.
Safety
Busy and generally safe, with more noise than danger. Keep phones out of sight in the bar crowds, and take a taxi or app rather than walking far west or south late at night.
4 picks in Palermo Soho & Hollywood
One strong pick per tier. All prices are sample ranges, not live quotes.
Fierro Hotel
A design hotel in Palermo Hollywood with a well-regarded restaurant and a rooftop pool; comfortable, quiet and a short walk from the bars.
CasaSur Palermo
A comfortable boutique hotel in a residential Palermo street with a garden and pool; good value and a calm base.
Hostel Suites Palermo
A well-located hostel with dorms and private rooms near the parks; simple, social and good value.
Legado Mitico
A small boutique hotel themed around Argentine historical figures; individually designed rooms and a quiet street.
Nightly ranges are sample estimates in USD for a standard double room. They move with season, events and how early you book.
Eat & drink nearby
Don Julio
Parrilla
One of the city's most famous steakhouses; book well ahead, order the aged beef and expect a long, substantial dinner.
La Cabrera
Parrilla
A crowded, generous parrilla with big side dishes; touristy but reliable, and good for sharing.
Malvón
Café & brunch
A café for long breakfasts, medialunas and good coffee; useful before a day of walking or after a late night.