Buenos Aires

Divided between a restored Belle Époque mansion and a contemporary addition... the hotel's paneled corridors and light-filled lounges ooze discreet wealth. — Concierge

One of the two buildings that make up the chic Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires is a Belle Époque-style palace from the 1930s, the other is a sleek, minimalistic tower. Both exude... — Forbes Travel Guide

The five-pearl Palacio Duhau-Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, an elegant property situated in a 1930s French neoclassical palace, is centrally located in Buenos Aires' upscale Recoleta District. — Oyster

Not only does the Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt have two names, it also has two buildings, two entrances, and, perhaps, two identities. — Condé Nast Traveler

Exceptionally stylish hotel combining an ornate neoclassical limestone mansion with a sleek 17-story tower, located in the most fashionable part of the city. — Andrew Harper

Rooms are simply yet tastefully furnished Art Deco-style, with mirror-paneled cupboards and velvety carpets. — DK Eyewitness

This landmark property, with its long, red-carpeted corridors, Miami Vice-style pool bar and molecular-cuisine restaurant... is a feast for the senses. — Insight Guides

Guests are introduced to the hotel creators’ own ideas of luxury, where black marble meets claw-foot tubs and red velvet meets white leather. — Afar Magazine

Richly red and decadent, sleekly white and contemporary, and designed by Philippe Starck, this opulent, lavish lodging is cocooned in the shell of a red-brick former grain silo. — Time Out

In public spaces, decayed Edwardian elegance meets country kitsch -- tin metal sheeting, peeling paint, and unicorn wall ornaments. — Frommer's

The Alvear Palace has been the standard-bearer for upscale sophistication since 1932, and is undoubtedly the shining star of Buenos Aires' hotel offerings. — Fodor's

Atmospheric Old World hotel situated in the heart of the fashionable Recoleta district near many of the city’s best restaurants and shops. — Andrew Harper

The Alvear Palace is a Buenos Aires landmark. — Afar Magazine

Service remains top-notch: a bilingual butler assists guests with everything from unpacking and ironing to drawing a bath. — Travel + Leisure

Alvear Palace Hotel is the gilded grand dame of the ritzy Recoleta district in Buenos Aires. — Forbes Travel Guide

Located in the trendy neighborhood of Palermo Hollywood, the 27-room Fierro Hotel Boutique is a chic and upscale property that stands out for its luxe touches. — Oyster

The most European of Latin American cities finally gets a boutique hotel with epicurean hauteur. — BlackBook

This hip and well located boutique bolthole in central Palermo is a definite den for foodies. — The Telegraph

Well-sited among the boutiques and bars, its 27 spacious, soundproofed rooms have king-size beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, and hypoallergenic goose-down pillows. — Condé Nast Traveler

It may be a hip hotel; it may be in Palermo Hollywood, Buenos Aires’ trendiest neighborhood. But the Fierro Hotel is utterly lacking in the pretension that’s often part and parcel of a... — Jetsetter

Restored Art Deco building earns accolades from locals and internationals alike for its sprawling, well-designed suites. — BlackBook

Art Deco gem in San Telmo, with modern lofts, vintage accents and a “Sky Jacuzzi” on the rooftop lounge. — Jetsetter

Housed inside a renovated 1928 Art Deco printing factory, the upper-middle-range Moreno Hotel has a singular, dramatic look. — Oyster

The seven-floor hotel has spacious and sexy rooms, each decorated in a color motif complete with chaise longues, Argentine cowhide rugs, and big fluffy beds. — Fodor's

An art deco exterior forms the shell of this seven-floor boutique hotel, with an interior design that's starkly modern and minimalist. — Time Out

One of the classiest hotels in Buenos Aires, known for its understated elegance with French flair. — Fodor's

From the sharply designed rooms, to the library, to the jockey club style of the downstairs cafe, the Sofitel is pure luxury. — Lonely Planet

Once an apartment building, this "elegant hotel with French charm" is in the "lovely neighborhood" of La Recoleta, near art galleries and antiques dealers. — Condé Nast Traveler

Beautiful marble bathrooms have separate showers and bathtubs and feature Roger & Gallet amenities. — Frommer's

Stellar service is the draw at the 144-room Sofitel Buenos Aires—... but comfort comes in a close second. — Concierge

The hotel's restaurant, Le Mistral, serves excellent Mediterranean cuisine in a casual setting. — Frommer's

Opulent and exclusive, the Four Seasons draws rock stars and visiting actors. — DK Eyewitness

This Belle Époque mansion with a modern tower is "a quaint hotel" where the lobby and other public areas have marble columns and oak walls. — Condé Nast Traveler

No surprise here – Buenos Aires’ Four Seasons offers all the perks that define a five-star hotel, such as great service and white terry-cloth robes. — Lonely Planet

Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires is more sumptuous than ever after a recent $50 million revamp which updated the South American hotel and infused it with local style. — Forbes Travel Guide

Tricked out boutique decadence in the middle of downtown Buenos Aires. Each room is basically a relaxing little spa. — BlackBook

Looking to escape the big-city traffic and pollution, the headlines, the heat or whatever? A few days decompressing in this oasis of tranquillity should do the trick. — Time Out

They've worked very hard to make this boutique hotel supremely quiet and relaxing—not an easy task considering it's located in one of the busiest parts of the city. — Frommer's

This boutique property and "wellness hotel" in the heart of downtown Buenos Aires has taken the concept of in-house spa to a new level. — Fodor's

Those with stuffed wallets and of an eco-conscious mind now have their perfect hideaway in BA – Casa Calma. — Lonely Planet

At this gorgeous Art Nuoveau townhouse with period furnishings, nothing is too much trouble – from the welcome glass of wine on arrival to help with all you need during your stay. — Rough Guide

Tucked among the early-20th-century town houses in the fashionable Palermo neighborhood, the restored hotel has an original stained-glass ceiling in the foyer. — Travel + Leisure

Magnolia Hotel feels like home—that is if home were a high-ceilinged Palermo townhouse from the 1890s, complete with wrapped staircase. — Fodor's

One of Buenos Aires’ finest stays is this classy boutique hotel, located in a gorgeously restored old house. — Lonely Planet

Those whose Buenos Aires visit involves more relaxing and less hedonistic free-for-alls will find this tucked-away restored house an excellent fit. — BlackBook

Location on Gurruchaga's prime, cobblestoned shoping strip means you won't have to carry your Etiqueta Negra bags too far. — BlackBook

Like its sister hotel in Salta, this remarkable boutique hotel goes in for themed rooms. — Rough Guide

This charming, upscale boutique feels like a private home... guests can head up to the rooftop deck, complete with a six-person Jacuzzi and lounge chairs. — Oyster

Superbly located at the heart of Palermo Viejo, Buenos Aires’ food-and-fashion quarter, it sits on a quiet block lined with jacaranda and rosewood trees. — Condé Nast Traveler

To create a theme hotel that isn’t lame is an achievement. To create one this special is a miracle. — Travel + Leisure

Atmospheric property in a 1912 French classical-style limestone mansion, well-located in the leafy and chic Recoleta neighborhood. — Andrew Harper

The newest luxury Recoleta property, the Algodon boutique hotel is built into a mansion, offering only 10 very spacious suites, with your own available on-call butler. — Frommer's

The result is visually impressive mise-en-scènes that exude a quiet sense of wealth, favoring discreet technology and imported woods over glitz and gold. — Condé Nast Traveler

There’s little glitz or glamour; rather, the luxe setting is more refined. — Afar Magazine

A 2009 renovation of Buenos Aires’ Algodon Mansion, in the city’s Recoleta neighborhood, upped the ante at the six-story Belle Époque gem. — Travel + Leisure

An 11-room Recoleta town house hotel with a critically acclaimed restaurant and flower-filled roof terrace. — Condé Nast Traveler

Guests of the 11-room Hub Porteño in Recoleta don’t just reserve a room here, they are setting up their experience of the city. — Afar Magazine

Opened in September 2012, in the posh Recoleta neighborhood, Hub Porteño's luxury is about more than its 11 elegant rooms. — Fodor's

This new, discreet Recoleta boutique hotel focuses on its insider connections to provide supreme five-star concierge service. — Frommer's

The allure of this gem in the Recoleta area is its impressive ability to unlock the best Buenos Aires has to offer. — Travel + Leisure

Owned by an interior designer, this former convent has been turned into a stylish boutique hotel. — DK Eyewitness

The Malabia House Hotel is housed in a quaint 18th-century building situated on a tree-lined, cobblestone street in Palermo Soho, an upscale shopping and dining-focused neighborhood. — Oyster

Behind the unassuming white facade of this century-old town house and convent is what the proprietors have dubbed Argentina's "first designer B&B.". — Fodor's

Built in the late 18th century, this former convent was the first boutique hotel in Argentina. — Travel + Leisure

Great spot to take your significant other for a rustic, quaint getaway, not so great for fired up Finnish rockers on tour in BA hellbent on scoring drugs and breaking things. — BlackBook

Ever since it opened in 2003, this tiny hotel in the historic, hostel-heavy San Telmo neighborhood has been crazily popular. — Travel + Leisure

The Cocker, a four-room design B&B, is a case study in urban rescue. — Concierge

Possibly BA’s most tastefully refurbished old home is this exceptional San Telmo B&B. — Lonely Planet

Elegantly decorated with antiques bought at local stores, the rooms are an ideal balance of old-school grandeur and new boutique style. — DK Eyewitness

Known for years as the Cocker (after the former owners' cocker spaniel), this boutique hotel in a fantastic Art Nouveau house is tucked away in an unassuming part of San Telmo. — Frommer's

Run by a helpful Canadian, this lovely guesthouse comes with six beautifully remodeled, elegant rooms. — Lonely Planet

Guests arriving at the six-room Miravida Soho Hotel and Wine Bar in the bohemian Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires are greeted with a glass of wine and a house-made empanada. — Oyster

This dreamy boutique hotel is owned and operated by two German expats, and smartly combines the Old World charm of the 1930s-era building with modern touches. — Fodor's

Fancier Palermo Soho boutique hotel lures in guests with ebony floors, immaculate restoration job. — BlackBook

The owners of this hotel have opted for original features and old-fashioned charm over ultra-modern minimalism. — Time Out

"Chic" is the word that sprang to mind when I first stepped into this new boutique hotel. The lobby is modern and clean, and the staff in all-black uniforms is immediately attentive. — Frommer's

Soho All Suites is a trendy 21-room boutique hotel in the heart of Palermo, an upscale neighborhood known for great shopping and dining. — Oyster

The accent here is on tasteful boutique and the comfortable suites are painted in a combination of calming pastels and dramatic reds. — DK Eyewitness

In the heart of Palermo Soho, this smart hotel offers sneak peaks into the backyards of the neighborhood's many private homes, where some of Argentina's coolest artists reside. — Fodor's

Each of the 21 roomy suites here is well-lit, equipped with a flat-screen TV, CD player, microwave and breakfast bar, with a cream and beige colour scheme that's more soothing than striking. — Time Out

What makes the hotel special, in addition to service, is how quiet it is compared to other boutique hotels in Palermo Soho, which strive to be social centers. — Frommer's

Immaculate rosewood furnishings, buff leather sofas, velvet chairs and spotless linen bedclothes are all pleasing to the eye and to the touch. — Time Out

Modern boutique hotel for travelers seeking upscale digs with less pretense. — BlackBook

The Glu Hotel, a small, boutique property in the posh Palermo neighborhood, feels like an urban oasis in bustling Buenos Aires. — Oyster

Run with love by the Glusman Family, this boutique hotel has 11 spacious rooms, all stylishly equipped with wood furnishings, bright wooden floors, and a small bar. — Fodor's

Run by Argentinean Patricia O'Shea and her British husband, Tom Rixton, a well-known music producer, Home Hotel oozes coolness and class. — Fodor's

Since opening in 2005, this boutique property has won a number of accolades in designer magazines and become a favorite with both local celebrities and visiting rock stars. — DK Eyewitness

Palermo Viejo's first boutique hotel, Home blazed a trail that many have followed but few have matched. — Insight Guides

Strategically located within blocks of much of the city’s nightlife, Home has become something of a base for those coming to the city looking to indulge in it. — Afar Magazine

Owned and run by a British record producer and his Irish–Argentine wife, this masterpiece of modern architecture and hotel design is simply incredible. — Rough Guide

Personal staff attention and a combination of old and new... keep the place from feeling too coolly chic. — Travel + Leisure

Bo Bo stands for bohemian-bourgeois and, true to its name, a sense of hip, affordable luxury runs throughout the property. — Time Out

“This amazing boutique hotel” has perfect-scoring sleek interiors and a perfect-scoring location in Palermo, near the Botanical Garden. — Condé Nast Traveler

This 15-room, three-and-a-half pearl boutique property is located on a quiet tree-lined street in the trendy neighborhood of Palermo Soho. — Oyster

Comfortable, quirky BoBo shrewdly combines the bourgeois with the bohemian. — Fodor's

When you step into the Art Hotel—-located where the tony barrios of Recoleta and Barrio Norte intersect—-you might feel as if you've wandered into an art gallery. — Concierge

An art gallery, whose exhibits change every month, occupies the entire ground floor of this chic hotel. — DK Eyewitness

This lodging has an impressive ground-floor gallery where exhibits of paintings, photographs, and sculptures by acclaimed Argentine artists change monthly. — Fodor's

Modelled on the European hôtel de charme concept, this handsome establishment has no trouble at all living up to its name. — Time Out

Occupying a stately, renovated, century-old townhouse, the Art Hotel lives up to its name. — Travel + Leisure