So you’re looking for some fun and unique Buenos Aires glamping experiences? You’ve come to the right place!
As exciting as Buenos Aires can be, sometimes all you need is a weekend escape out in nature and it’s all the more enjoyable when you can find some unique accommodations to stay in.
For those unfamiliar with glamping, it’s basically a more luxurious form of camping that can feature a variety of setups.
While glamping is still a relatively new concept in Argentina (and in South America in general), there are a handful of glamping options near Buenos Aires.
These include glamping domes, safari tents, old train cars, covered wagons, yurts, shipping containers, caravans and more.
Most of these accommodations are a short drive from the capital city, which makes them the perfect weekend adventure.
We’ve done our very best to find you one-of-a-kind Buenos Aires glamping destinations, so let’s check out the list!
Glamping in Buenos Aires
1. Los Vagones de Areco
Glamping in old train cars
First on this list of Buenos Aires glamping destinations is Los Vagones de Areco, one of many unique properties you can find in San Antonio de Areco.
What makes their accommodations unique is that you can sleep in restored train wagons! So, if you grew up reading The Boxcar Children, like I did, you can experience that book series in real life.
Sleeping in train wagons may sound a bit strange, but this place is just 7 kilometres from the old Vagues Train Station (which is now a museum), hence the train connection.
Los Vagones de Areco is made up of 7 rooms, each set in a different antique train. They all include their own en suite bathrooms, feature vintage furniture and decorations, and have a small private deck.
Book your stay at Los Vagones de Areco.
Address: Vagues, San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires Province
2. Don Aniceto Lodges and Glamping
Glamping in covered wagons and domes
Don Aniceto Lodges and Glamping offers a variety of accommodation options in Carlos Keen about an hour and a half west of Buenos Aires.
Here guests have several unusual glamping options to choose from including a colonial covered wagon that has its very own bathtub, and multiple geodesic domes with their own private bathroom and walk-in shower.
Meanwhile, guests looking for more traditional accommodations can opt for the country suites, which feel a bit like staying at an estancia.
The premises boast an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, a sun terrace and a garden area.
The stay includes breakfast which features medialunas – a classic Argentine staple!
Book your stay at Don Aniceto Lodges and Glamping.
Address: Carlos Keen, Buenos Aires Province
3. Saimon’s Glamping
Glamping in geodomes
Saimon’s Glamping is another option for unique accommodations on the outskirts of Buenos Aires just north of Pilar.
This property currently offers 2 geo domes in different sizes: Domo Higuera is 4 meters in diameter and best suited for couples, while Domo Fresno is 6 meters in diameter and can host up to 4 guests making it a good option for friends and families.
Both domes have their own private bathroom, a deck area and an outdoor jacuzzi. Plus the swimming pool makes it a desirable escape during the hot summer months when you want nothing more than to get out of the city!
While there is no kitchen inside the geo domes, breakfast is served daily and each dome has a mini fridge and an outdoor barbecue area for grilling and dining al fresco – part of the Argentine tradition!
Additional services like massages, yoga and reflexology can also be booked for guests looking to relax and unwind.
Domes at Saimon’s Glamping can be booked via email or Instagram direct message.
Book your stay at Saimon’s Glamping.
Address: San Isidro 207, Villa Rosa, Buenos Aires Province
4. Terranova Glamping
Glamping in safari tents
Terranova Glamping is a unique property because their glamping tents are located within the grounds of the Wyndham Garden Luján Resort. This glamping site is set in the outskirts of Luján just 1 hour west of Buenos Aires.
This fun glamping experience seeks to combine nature, luxury and comfort for those who want to sleep under the stars without roughing it! The idea is to bring the hotel experience outdoors.
Guests at Terranova Glamping can choose between two types of tents: the Terranova Classic tent or the Terranova Superior luxury tent. Both tents are exactly the same size, 5 meters in diameter and can each fit up to 4 guests. The main difference is that Terranova Classic has shared bathrooms just a few meters from the tent, while Terranove Superior offers private bathrooms.
The Terranova Glamping sites offer full room and board, so that means 4 meals per day: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner. Yes, in Argentina you typically get 4 meals per day!
As far as activities at Terranova Glamping go, you’ll be happy to hear that there’s plenty to do! You can play tennis, fĂştbol, volleyball, ping pong, join a 30-minute horse trek, enjoy the pool (which is heated and covered!), or roast marshmallows over the fire pit.
They also have an on-site spa, though those services are extra. All this to say that you can plan your glamping getaway to be as relaxing or as active as you want!
Book your stay at Terranova Glamping.
Address: Ruta No 6 and Rio Luján, Luján, Buenos Aires Province
5. Los Furgones de Areco
Glamping in old caravans
Another unusual Buenos Aires glamping experience can be found at Los Furgones de Areco. This property is located on the outskirts of San Antonio de Areco, Argentina’s famous gaucho town.
First, let’s talk about the name. A furgĂłn or furgoneta is a type of vehicle that’s smaller than a truck but bigger than a car. It’s typically used to transport goods and make small deliveries, and it’s very popular all over Argentina.
Well, at Los Furgones de Areco, they’ve taken these old vehicles and mounted a caravan on the back resulting in a rather unique accommodation option.
They have a few different caravans to choose from all centred around a lagoon.
This is a more rustic glamping experience; bathrooms are located outdoors (you’ll want to bring a flashlight!) and the electricity inside the caravan is solar-powered so it’s low voltage. However, if you’re looking to disconnect, this place offers precisely that!
Book you stay at Los Furgones de Areco.
Address: Ruta 41 and Domingo Faustino Sarmiento, San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires Province
6. Alterra Pinamar
Glamping in shipping containers
Alterra Pinamar is a glamping experience set in the seaside resort town of Pinamar on the Atlantic Coast. It is the furthest Buenos Aires glamping site on this list and it is a 4-hour drive from the capital city.
The four shipping containers at Alterra Pinamar have been transformed into sustainable holiday apartments in a natural setting.
Guests can choose between the Turquoise Eco Apartment for 4, the Red Eco Apartment for 4, the Black Eco Apartment for 5, or the Green Eco Apartment for 2.
All of the holiday apartments use LEDs for low energy consumption and have thermal insulation to help maintain the temperature inside the space.
They also have free WiFi, a private terrace and access to the swimming pool.
Like with most coastal resort towns in Argentina, this is a seasonal property that does shut down during low season, so you’ll want to check availability.
Book your stay at Alterra Pinamar.
Address: MartĂn Pescador 1485, Pinamar, Buenos Aires Province
7. Yamay Ecotourism
Glamping in yurts
Yamay Ecotourism is a glamping experience set in the outskirts of Pardo, a small community located three and a half hours southwest of Buenos Aires.
The name yamay means ‘to be well’ in the native Mapuche language.
At Yamay Ecotourism guests can stay in yurts for a taste of Central Asia. There are 4 yurts to choose from: Wara, Kimah, Mañic and Maimará Luz. These can fit anywhere between 2 to 8 guests.
The yurts feature wooden floors, an outdoor deck with a seating area, a skylight for stargazing, a private bathroom, and a collection of books and board games for entertainment.
This glamping stay is set in a rural area and the goal is rest, relaxation and enjoying the natural surroundings.
They also offer an eco-camping option for guests who would rather bring their own tents and camp out on the property.
Book your stay at Yamay Ecotourism.
Address: Las Acacias and Canal 11, Pardo, Buenos Aires Province
Glamping in Buenos Aires: Know Before You Go
Some glamping experiences are seasonal.
While many of the properties on this list are open year-round, some close during the winter months. This is because they’re either set in summer resort towns that shut down after the summer holidays, or because they don’t have adequate heating to run the experience during the cooler months. Be mindful of this if you’re looking beyond Buenos Aires, like say some glamping experiences in Patagonia.
Pack for the weather.
Again, while some glamping spots have air conditioning and heating, others do not. Pack warm layers, especially if you’re planning to stay during the spring/autumn shoulder season when the temperatures can drop overnight. And if you’re visiting during the summer months, choose a place with a swimming pool as it gets hot around these parts!
You’ll likely need to rent a car.
While most glamping sites are just a short distance from Buenos Aires, the majority are in rural settings which makes them difficult to access using only public transportation. Renting a vehicle is your best option, plus this also gives you the ability to explore the surrounding area.
Self-catered versus full room and board.
Not all glamping stays are created equal! Some properties include 4 meals a day, some only include breakfast, and others are entirely self-catered experiences that require you to bring your own food for the duration of your stay. Read through the kitchen amenities as some places have no indoor kitchen, but rather an outdoor grill.
Estancias can be a great alternative.
If these Buenos Aires glamping experiences aren’t quite your thing and you’re looking for something that offers a bit more luxury and comfort, you may want to check out this list of estancias near Buenos Aires, which are perfect for a weekend getaway!
GROUP TOURS – If you’d rather join a group tour to travel in Argentina, check out Gadventures.
CAR RENTAL – To explore Argentina beyond the cities, the best way to do so is by renting a car. Discover Cars offers rentals across the country.
BUS TICKETS – Bus travel is a great way to see Argentina. BusBud offers numerous routes.
TRAVEL INSURANCE – Don’t leave on your trip without booking travel insurance. You can get a quote on SafetyWing.
HOTELS – Booking.com offers accommodations to suit all budgets and travel styles.
TOURS – For a variety of tours and activities, have a look at Viator.