Socialtel Bariloche

Stayed here for 3 weeks in Feb of 2024. The place is just OK - definitely a little run down. Rooms and showers are a bit dirty but nothing too bad. It's a decent walk down to the main city but it's some good exercise. The people and service here are what stands out. Very nice people, coffee, food offerings. Love the dogs that wander around.

I have stayed at Selina’s and had great experiences but this one is quite a different story. No welcome drinks, nobody really staying here as our car was the only 2 or 3 parked, no organisation of any activities and no energy to this place in fact it gives abandoned hotel vibes. We joined the WhatsApp group while we were staying here over the holidays but they didn’t even wish you happy holidays or anything. Our room was brutally dark with all lights on but oddly at night there was a bright street light that illuminated our room. The kitchen was very sad as only some stoves worked, no toasters and it seemed to be heavily used by staff so you feel like you’re interrupting. Our groceries kept being moved around to make room for alcohol. Not social at all and we only met one other traveller who said he didn’t love it either. We booked for 4 nights but left after 3 because it was so gloomy and so we went somewhere nicer. The place needs a lot of care as things are broken, terrible paint jobs and cheap feeling overall. You can get better accomodations that are more social.

The experience at this hotel was disappointing, primarily due to the staff’s attitude. From check-in to check-out, they seemed unhelpful, unfriendly, and unwilling to address even basic requests. A little courtesy and professionalism would have made a big difference, but unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired.

A very positive experience. The central space/lobby is very fun, the view is beautiful and the rooms are cozy and warm. The highlight is the service of a professional and welcoming team.

Had a nice stay here. WiFi in some areas doesn’t work well, and I hope they fix that, but everything else was great.

We were expecting an hostel where we meet other travelers and share nice activities. Instead, the vibe is off, the commodities outside are low maintenance (swimming pool inside is abandoned with no water..) , the kitchen not well equipped… We came here to meet people our age and to party and we just met a few. The only positive point are the rooms that are spacious and clean, the beds are comfortable. The service is nice but I’ve known better.

We had a couple problems with our room (curtains let way too much light in and there was a screw sticking out of the headboard that cut me). Once we brought the issues to the attention of the front desk, they were quick to solve the issues. The front desk staff was amazing and so helpful. The events at night were fun to watch as well.

Most people were friendly and the atmosphere was good. The suite was very spacious and cozy, however, way too hot. The heaters were unable to turn off and as you sleep on the upper level above the bathroom, it was very hot. The laundry service was great. Location is a bit of a walk to the centre and the way back is a climb.