The grandest hotel in South America — Alvear Palace in Recoleta, open since 1932, where Argentine presidents, royalty, and international celebrities have stayed in its French Empire-style rooms and suites. The lobby chandelier, the L'Orangerie breakfast room, and the hotel's afternoon tea service are legendary. The spa and indoor pool are outstanding. This is the choice when you want the full Buenos Aires grand hotel experience.
Why We Chose It
The grandest hotel in South America — in Recoleta since 1932, where Argentine presidents, royalty, and dignitaries have stayed. Louis XV interiors, a comprehensive spa, and old-world luxury at its most formal.
What Stands Out
- The most iconic grand hotel in South America — French Empire style, since 1932
- L'Orangerie: the best hotel breakfast room in Buenos Aires — legendary coffee and medialunas
- Afternoon tea: a Buenos Aires tradition done at the highest level
- Spa and indoor pool: the best hotel wellness facilities in Recoleta
- Presidential Suites: multiple categories, all extraordinary
- Note: slightly removed from the nightlife neighborhoods but exceptional for culture and relaxation