Hotel Alejandro I, Affiliated by Meliá
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, it is worth booking if you want the top-rated five-star base in central Salta and can pay about twice the local median. Skip it if you mainly need a clean bed, because our Best Value pick scores almost as well for less than half the price.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This is our Luxury pick in Salta. It suits couples and families who want a full-service hotel with a gym, spa, pool and restaurant, and who plan to explore the centre on foot. Family rooms are listed, and so is free parking, which helps if you arrive by car.
Budget travellers should look elsewhere. The reference rate is more than double the sample median, and guests say extras such as dining and breakfast add up. If you eat out most nights and only sleep at the hotel, you will not use much of what you pay for.
Location and getting around
The address is Balcarce 252. Salta Cathedral is about 0.2 km away, roughly 3 minutes on foot, and the Museum of High Altitude Archaeology is about 0.3 km, or 4 minutes. These are straight-line estimates, so real walking routes may take a little longer.
Location is the strongest point in the data. It has a location score of 9.6, and guests mention the main square, the cathedral and plenty of restaurants within walking distance. For sights outside the centre you will need a taxi or other transport; check routes locally.
What guests say
The overall guest score is 9.2/10 from 1,243 reviews, which tied for first place among the 7 eligible properties we looked at. That is a large sample, so the score is not driven by a handful of stays.
Praise focuses on two things. First, the central setting. Second, breakfast: a varied buffet with homemade pastries, fresh fruit, juices and gluten-free options. The breakfast types listed are vegetarian, American and buffet.
The main complaint is cost. Guests describe room rates as fair, but they note high charges for dining and for breakfast when it is an extra. Budget for that.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 was €132.18 per night for 2 adults, about €264 for both nights. The sample median was €60.21. Treat these as reference prices, not live quotes, and check today's price for your dates.
Our Best Value pick, Hotel Alvarado Suites, scored 9.0 at €60.21 per night with 3 stars. Our Budget pick, Hotel de la Linda, scored 8.7 at €42.84 with 2 stars. The extra money here buys five-star status, the spa, pool and gym, and a slightly higher guest score, not a dramatically different location rating.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 7 eligible hotels in Salta. Our Luxury slot gives priority to five-star hotels, and this one holds 5 official stars and the joint top review score of the group. That combination made the choice clear.
It also has a big review base of 1,243 guests, which makes the 9.2 more reliable than a high score built on a few dozen reviews.
Before you book
Several things are not confirmed in our data: room size, noise levels, renovation condition, whether breakfast is included in your rate, and the cancellation terms. Read the rate details carefully, especially the breakfast line, given the guest comments about extra charges.
Also confirm the opening hours and any fees for the spa, pool and gym for your dates. Parking is listed as free, but it is worth checking availability if you arrive late.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is Hotel Alejandro I from Salta Cathedral?
About 0.2 km, roughly 3 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. The Museum of High Altitude Archaeology is about 4 minutes away.
Is breakfast included at Hotel Alejandro I?
It depends on the rate you book, and inclusion is not confirmed in our data. Guests praise the buffet but say breakfast can be expensive as an extra, so check your rate.
Does Hotel Alejandro I have a pool and spa?
The property lists a pool, spa, gym and restaurant. Opening times and any fees are not confirmed, so check them for your dates.
How much does a night cost at Hotel Alejandro I?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 was €132.18 per night for 2 adults. Prices change, so check today's price for your dates.
Is there parking at Hotel Alejandro I?
Free parking is listed by the property. Confirm availability before arrival if you are driving.