Buenos Aires

The Duhau family home on the city’s most desirable street is now a hyper-luxury hotel, with huge rooms decorated with soothing woods and marble baths. — Rough Guide

Interiors in the public areas are fresh and modern, the spa and gym are among the best in town, and the rooms have high ceilings and polished hardwood floors. — DK Eyewitness

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

One of the loveliest new hotels in Buenos Aires. — Lonely Planet

Among the world's top hotels, this gilded classical confection of marble and bronze combines Empire- and Louis XV-style furniture with exquisite French decorative arts. — Frommer's

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

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

Once the choice of wealthy landowners and now the favourite of politicians and royalty, the Alvear is still BA’s luxury hotel par excellence, despite the trendy new upstarts. — Rough Guide

Privately-owned luxury hotel in Recoleta where the focus is more on regal afternoon high tea than minimal design and IPod docks. — BlackBook

The red brick exterior of Faena Hotel Buenos Aires projects a low profile, but the interiors of the luxury hotel are bathed in rich reds and black marble, creating a sexy, dramatic ambiance. — Forbes Travel Guide

Sexy Buenos Aires sleep with a sceney pool, spa, cabaret and 400-bottle wine cellar. — Jetsetter

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

Located in a renovated Puerto Madero storage mill, this Philippe Starke–designed boutique fantasy is more than just a place to stay. — Lonely Planet

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

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

Housed in a landmark 1930s building, the Sofitel has grand and luxurious rooms. The bar off the main lounge is crammed with books and dark little corners for lounging. — DK Eyewitness

The 173-room Sofitel is a luxury option in the Retiro neighborhood, sitting on a tree-lined street within walking distance of several sights as well as the Retiro station. — Oyster

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

Perfectly encapsulated in a 1920s-era art deco tower, this hotel with its glass-roofed lobby and chess board-patterned floor will whisk you back to the jazz age. — Time Out

CasaCalma Hotel is in the heart of Buenos Aires, walking distance from Plaza Libertad and Teatro Nacional Cervantes. This 4-star hotel is close to Teatro Colon and Obelisco. Treat... — Jetsetter

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

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

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

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

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

At the northern end of broad Avenida 9 de Julio, one block west of Avenida del Libertador, this hotel shares its corner of the city with the equally opulent Caesar Park — Star Service

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

Families, couples and business travelers are catered to at this high-end hotel in the posh La Recoleta district.  — Gayot

It is clear every detail of this hotel, one of the ritziest properties in the city, that a guest's stay was considered through and through. — Fodor's

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

Sexy, sophisticated and definitely a den for grown-ups; this all-suite mansion invites you to hole up in the chicest barrio of the city. — The Telegraph

The Buenos Aires hotel is on a leafy street that is pleasant and quiet, populated with small cafés where area residents sit sipping coffee for hours with friends. — Forbes Travel Guide

This beautiful property is housed in a historic building that will appeal both to traditionalists for its French classical architecture and modern-day travelers for its lively interiors. — Star Service

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

It's not, truth be told, very homey at Home - unless, that is, your house looks out onto a garden complete with an azure pool. — Time Out

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

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

Home Buenos Aires is the brainchild of British record producer Tom Rixton and Argentine PR director Patricia O'Shea. With investment from record producer Flood (U2, Smashing Pumpkins,... — Star Service

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

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

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

This neighborhood has lots of boutique hotels, but Hub Porteno is definitely in a different category from the small local chains like Loi Suites Recoleta — Star Service

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

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 Fierro opened in late 2010 and has quickly become choice lodging for travelers looking for a five-star stay in a boutique package. — Fodor's

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

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

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

Showcasing the handsome gaucho style that epitomizes rural-chic Argentina, the Moreno is a design hotel popular with Europeans. — Frommer's

The stunning Art Deco façade tells you this is something special – the forty sumptuous rooms inside range from large room to the jazuzzi loft. — Rough Guide

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

In 1929, modernist architect Johannes Kronfuss designed a dramatic Art Deco edifice two blocks from the Casa Rosada, Argentina’s presidential palace. — Condé Nast Traveler

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

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

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

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

Hidden along a cobbled street in Palermo, the cosy Magnolia Hotel offers excellent accommodation and friendly service. — Time Out

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

In the bustling barrio of Palermo Viejo, hotel Legado Mitico pays homage to the heroic history of Argentina. — Mr & Mrs Smith

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

Blessed with city's most gorgeous sitting room, the Legado Mitico transforms guests to another era by evoking the legacy of Argentine icons. — Fodor's

A stylishly thematic and award-winning boutique hotel, this Palermo Soho inn celebrates Argentine culture. — Frommer's

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

The strikingly contemporary hotel -- a sleek silver block hoisted on stilts -- features a seven-story atrium with more than 400 well-equipped guest rooms. — Frommer's

Gleaming, futuristic... many of the 414 amenity-stuffed rooms—and the stunning rooftop pool—have sweeping views of the old docklands and the wilds of the Costanera Sur ecological reserve. — Concierge

The vast glass-roofed atrium/lobby is embellished with chrome sofas, a marble reception, dazzling carpets and a pair of glass lifts. — Time Out

In a bold seven-story chrome and glass rectangle in Buenos Aires' revitalized port district, this sleek temple of modern design is a cornerstone of Puerto Madero's rehabilitation. This... — Star Service

Even when it is buzzing with corporate guests the huge glass and chrome lobby of the Hilton feels spacious. — 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

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

Three mini gardens combine to create a relaxed oasis... all have queen-size beds, air-conditioning and private bathrooms. — Time Out

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

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

Amid prestigious apartment buildings and museums and art galleries, CasaSur is aimed at those seeking the cachet and convenience of a Recoleta address at an affordable price. — Condé Nast Traveler

Thoughtful professionalism is evident in everything from the disabled facilities to the monogrammed toilet paper seals. — Time Out

Certainly one of the finest stays in Recoleta is this gorgeous newcomer in the five-star scene. — Lonely Planet

The best boutique hotel in Recoleta is an elegant oasis popular with Ralph Lauren, polo-playing model types. — Frommer's

On an attractive, tree-lined street in the La Recoleta neighborhood, the CasaSur Art Hotel is a luxe, boutique property with 36 rooms. — Oyster

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Each of the seven rooms is unique—a different Argentine artist decorated each—and they take full advantage of every inch of the property. — Fodor's

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

This luxurious tower hotel in one of the city's oldest districts is decorated in 1930s style. — Frommer's

Upscale modern stay with a spa and Argentine grill, located close to Avenida de Mayo and the Financial District. — Jetsetter

The InterContinental is a beautiful upscale hotel that attracts numerous business travelers due to its business-friendly amenities and location near government buildings. — Oyster

On the southern perimeter of the city center, two blocks south of Avenida de Mayo, and two blocks east of Avenida 9 de Julio, this operation is close enough to the heart of things to... — Star Service

The hotel is lovely, but the location is lousy; inside, rooms are modern, spacious, and equipped with sleeper chairs. — Fodor's

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

"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

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

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