Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
At the village of
Quequén
at the river's mouth, several stranded shipwrecks offer
good opportunities for exploration and photography below sculpted cliffs. The
faro
(lighthouse) is another local attraction.
With some of the best waves along the Atlantic coast, Necochea is a hit with surfers.
across the river in Quequén, is a beachside surf school where you can camp, arrange
classes and rent boards during the summer.
Sleeping
Note that some accommodations are only open December to March.
Jamming Hostel
HOSTEL $
( 517210;
www.jamminghostel.com.ar
;
Calle 502, No 1685; dm AR$120-150, d AR$350)
Big on
skateboarding and surfing culture, this mediterranean-style hostel with a lively on-site
bar-restaurant is near the beach in nearby Quequén, 6km from Necochea's bus terminal
(a taxi costs around AR$35).
Hostería del Bosque
HOTEL $$$
( 420002;
www.hosteria-delbosque.com.ar
; Calle 89, No 350; r AR$730-830; )
Four
blocks in from the beach, this homey yet elegant family-run
hostería
is by far the most
atmospheric place to stay in town. Rooms are large and comfortable, and some have
views of Parque Lillo across the street. Nice grassy garden in back.
Cabañas Río Quequén
CABINS, CAMPGROUND $$$
( 421562;
www.cabaniasrioquequen.com
; cnr Calle 22 & Río Quequén; 2-person camp site
AR$150, d AR$585; )
Pleasantly situated on the banks of the Río Quequén, off a dead-
end residential street 2.5km from the bus terminal and 3.5km from Necochea's down-
town waterfront, these
cabañas
are surrounded by grassy, tree-shaded grounds, with a
camping zone, a sandy river beach, a children's play area and kayaks available for river
excursions.
Hotel Mirasol
HOTEL $$$
( 525158;
www.mirasolhotel.com.ar
; Calle 4bis, No 4133; s/d AR$300/430; )
Enjoying a
prime location on Plaza San Martín, half a block from the pedestrian zone and two
blocks from the beach, this friendly place offers comfortable budget rooms year-round;
best value are the three upstairs units with air-con and windows overlooking the square.
Included breakfast is served at the cafe across the plaza.
