Urban mini breaks: hotels with pools to survive the summer

Summer vacations 2026 are already here and the heat is relentless: staying home is not an option. Whether you’re planning a getaway to one of Argentina’s major destinations or you want to experience Buenos Aires like a tourist for a few days, the plan is the same: water, rest, and zero complications.

That’s why we’ve curated a selection of urban hotels with pools and special rates—ideal for traveling around the country or treating yourself to a mini city break. Your personal thermostat (and your wallet) will thank you.

With hassle-free travelers in mind—locals with a tourist spirit and visitors who choose cities—NH Hotels & Resorts launched its Pool Pack, a promo that brings together urban hotels with pools across different parts of the country, offering real discounts and added-value perks. Perfect for a quick escape, a different kind of weekend, or seeing your own city from a new perspective.

What does the NH Hotels & Resorts Pool Pack include?

• Up to 20% OFF + an additional 10% OFF for Minor Discovery members (applies to Room & Breakfast).

• 15% off Food & Beverage (minibar not included).

• Late check-out until 5 pm, subject to availability.

• Bookings and stays valid until March 31.

Which hotels in Buenos Aires and Argentina are part of the promotion?

NH Buenos Aires City: a dip with a historic view (and a mini-vacation feel)

There’s something irresistible about walking into a hotel in the historic district and ending the day floating in a rooftop pool. At NH Buenos Aires City, that’s exactly the appeal: slowing down right in the heart of downtown, with the Cabildo and Plaza de Mayo as your backdrop. The rooftop pool is small but mighty—perfect for cooling off after strolling along Defensa Street in San Telmo (named by Time Out as the coolest street in Buenos Aires), wandering around Puerto Madero, or simply experiencing the city as if you were just passing through. Add a solarium, open views, and that feeling of “I’m not at home, but I didn’t go far either.” An effortless urban plan.

Where: Bolívar 160.

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NH Buenos Aires 9 de Julio: a modern oasis steps from the widest avenue in the world

Down below: horns, buses, and the city’s nonstop rhythm. Up above: water, sun, and calm. The pool at NH Buenos Aires 9 de Julio sits atop the building and works as a true summer refuge overlooking the widest avenue in the world. It’s the ideal hotel for those who want to explore on foot, come back sweaty, and end the day with a refreshing dip while taking in the city from above. Urban vacations at their best, with a gym, solarium, and a location just steps from theaters, bars, and classic spots.

Where: Av. Cerrito 154-156.

NH Mendoza Cordillera: pool time, wine, and a Mendoza-style siesta

Summer in Mendoza calls for water, shade, and rest between glasses of wine. The outdoor pool at NH Mendoza Cordillera is just the break you need after winery visits, walks through downtown, or surviving the city’s dry heat. Surrounded by greenery and just steps from Plaza San Martín, this hotel is an ideal base for a relaxed vacation: mornings out, poolside afternoons, and food-focused evenings. A combo that never fails.

Where: Av. España 1324.

NH Santiago del Estero: when the pool stops being a luxury and becomes a priority

In one of the hottest provinces in the country, a pool isn’t an extra—it’s part of the plan. At NH Santiago del Estero, the (heated) pool becomes the heart of the hotel, perfect for cooling off at any time of day. Add a spa, terrace, and open city views, and you’ve got a getaway designed for true rest. Ideal for mixing culture, siestas, and guilt-free pool time.

Where: Independencia 110.

NH Córdoba Panorama: one of the best urban pools in Córdoba

If the name says “Panorama,” it delivers. The rooftop pool at NH Córdoba Panorama is the kind that justifies the trip: spacious, with views of the Córdoba hills, and open all summer long. Perfect for alternating city walks, sunny afternoons, and water-filled sunsets. It’s the kind of hotel that makes you feel on vacation even in the middle of the city, with a rooftop meant to be enjoyed at an easy pace.

Where: Marcelo T. de Alvear 251.

NH Bariloche Edelweiss: heated pool + Patagonian scenery = guaranteed relaxation

Bariloche can also be enjoyed indoors, and NH Edelweiss knows it. Its heated pool, located on the top floor, lets you swim while looking out over Lake Nahuel Huapi—even when the air outside turns cool. It’s the perfect plan to combine hikes, chocolate, mountain air, and moments of total relaxation. A hotel that works just as well for active holidays as it does for pure rest, with a Patagonian spirit and zero stress.

Where: San Martín 202.