Alvear Palace Hotel

The hotel’s architecture and décor are the epitome of Belle Époque elegance with lush carpets, a swanky marble foyer, soaring ceilings with crystal chandeliers, ornate walls and plenty of gold-leaf details in just about every direction you look. The gastronomic experiences are as legendary as the hotel itself: breakfast is a lavish buffet, while lunch and afternoon tea at the L’Organgerie atrium, are of the highest quality and service. The super chic La Bourgogne French restaurant is one of the finest on the continent and features both an impressive menu and wine list - perfect for dinner. To round things off, there’s a stylish bar on the rooftop, as well as a spa, pool and sun decks for majestic city views.

There are more than a few room choices at the hotel, from 30m2 Classic rooms to the decadent 176m2 Royal suite - and everything in between. Regardless of room size, expect sumptuous furnishings: ornate chandeliers hang delicately over Egyptian cotton bedding, picture-perfect fruit bowls sit atop the antique furnishings, and golden quilts match perfectly with the gilt-framed oil paintings. The bathrooms are spacious and all marble, luxuriously appointed with - of course - Hermès products, as well as plush robes and whirlpool tubs. And if you stay in the higher category suites, you even get a private butler to help you unpack and draw a bath. Why not?

If you're staying at the Alvear, it's all part of the experience to spend a fair bit of time inside, just taking in all the grandeur. But should you wish to head out, there’s plenty to see and do. Being in the heart of modish Recoleta, you’re a few minutes stroll from delightful parks, outdoor markets and the finest restaurants and shops. The beautiful Colon Theatre, the Bellas Artes Museum and National Library are also nearby, as is the famous Recoleta cemetery, which is an absolute must-see!