Puerto Madero
Faena Hotel + Universe
Photo: Courtesy of Faena Hotel + Universe
Buenos Aires, Argentina
TEL: (800) 223-6800
Fashion-impresario Alan Faena and design “bad boy” Philippe Starck have transformed an abandoned century-old grain depository into the 105-room Faena Hotel + Universe. The outside may be prosaic, but the inside is pure Starck. A curtain-draped hallway lures guests to various corners of the “Universe,” among them the Library Lounge, a clubby space outfitted with chesterfields and antique lamps, and El Cabaret, a late-night stop for local bands. Absent are reception and concierge desks. Instead, each guest is assigned three “experience managers” who are responsible for check-in, checkout, and fulfilling any wish.
Room to Book:
Avoid those on the first two floors—they’re the smallest and have limited views.
Insider Tip:
The tango show, Rojo Tango, is one of the city’s best.
Amenities
Open / Closes- Accessible by Public Transportation
- Babysitting
- Breakfast Included
- Childcare
- Dry Cleaning
- Family Friendly
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Handicapped Accessible
- Kids' Programs
- Laundry Service
- Meeting Room
- Maid Service
- Parking Available
- Pet Friendly
- WiFi
Number of Rooms: 66
Number of Suites: 21
Number of Restaurants: 2
Number of Bars: 2
Year Opened: 2004
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