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Pacha Hostel Backpack

A guesthouse in Salta with an outdoor pool and courtyard views, rated 8.3 by about 500 guests.

  • Outdoor pool and sun terrace
  • 24-hour reception
  • Central Salta location
8.3 Great 523 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 523 reviews

About

Pacha Hostel Backpack

Pacha Hostel Backpack sits on General Güemes street, 450 metres from the Museo Güemes. The property has an outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end, a sun terrace, and a garden area. Wi-Fi is available throughout.

Rooms include double rooms and dorms. The hostel has air conditioning, heating, a TV lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. Breakfast is not mentioned in the provided details.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Air conditioning

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Central location — Guests repeatedly praised the location, saying it was in the heart of the city and within walking distance of many attractions.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — The staff were consistently described as amicable, friendly, and willing to address guest concerns.
  • Outdoor pool and terrace — The property includes an outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end, a sun terrace, and a garden area—a valuable extra for warmer days.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Facilities rating is lower — The facilities category scores 6.9, the lowest among all ratings, suggesting the shared or public areas might feel basic or dated to some.
  • Comfort score is modest — Comfort is rated 7.4, below other categories, which could imply less consistency in room comfort or noise insulation.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, which might be a limitation for travellers with animals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Double Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed,2 Single beds

Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room

Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bed in shared room

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi

Outdoor

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Other

  • Free toiletries
  • Leisure/ TV room

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 523 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 523 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 523 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“All the staff were friendly. The beds were comfortable, and the double room had climate control and a TV with many channels.”

8.3Verified guest

“The double room was equipped with climate control and a multi-channel TV, and the location was superb, right in the middle of everything.”

8.3Verified guest

“The studio suite had all the facilities we needed. The staff were amicable and greeted us warmly. The location was great, close to a large public park, and the airport was about 9 miles away.”

8.3Verified guest

“The location was fantastic, within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go. The staff were friendly and helpful with our concerns, and the room overlooked a courtyard.”

8.3Verified guest

“Our room had a bidet, which was a nice bonus. The location was incredibly convenient, in the heart of the city. We were only 2 miles from a public library.”

04 — Location

Getting around Salta

The property sits in Salta.

Museo Güemes: The hotel lies 450 metres from Museo Güemes, a short walk for history enthusiasts.

City Centre: Guests describe the location as central, within walking distance of many attractions.

Airport: The airport is about 9 miles away, per one guest's comment.

333 General Martin Gueemes, Salta, Salta, 4400, Argentina

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 13:00-23:59
Check-out
By 06:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
14 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pacha Hostel Backpack?

Check-in is from 13:00 until 23:59, and check-out is from 06:00 to 10:00.

Does the hostel allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed at Pacha Hostel Backpack.

Is there free Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Does the hostel have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is listed among the amenities.

The bottom line

Pacha Hostel Backpack is a well-located, friendly base in Salta for travellers who value helpful staff and a pool over luxury. The lower facilities and comfort scores suggest the accommodation is functional rather than plush, but the central position and warm service earn it a solid score of 8.3 from 523 guests.

8.3Based on 523 guest reviews and 10 rating categories.

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