Posadas 1086/88 (between Cerrito & Libertad), Recoleta

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The Four Seasons is one of the most expensive luxury hotels in Buenos Aires. But does it live up to it’s high price tag? Read on for my full review…

Four Seasons Location

It is equidistant between the heart of Recoleta and the Microcentro, and so it is within walking distance of many major attractions (i.e. Recoleta Cemetery, Teatro Colon, The Obelisk, Avenida Alvear, Florida Street, Puerto Madero, Plaza San Martin). Obviously it is also perfectly placed for a very short and cheap taxi trip to any of these places.

The Four Seasons is found close to the end of busy Avenida 9 de Julio, but at that point the noise is not really noticeable. In fact quite the opposite - it is a peaceful, nice area to stay in, where you would not realize how close to the center you actually are. Add to the mix the fact that some of the best (high range) shopping and restaurants are in this area, and you have one of the best hotel locations in Buenos Aires.

Hotel Rooms

As you would expect in this price range, the rooms are very large, of course very clean & well turned out, tastefully decorated and perfectly furnished, but nothing over the top in extravagance.

The bathrooms are also lush, with nice features like high quality bathrobes, luxurious towels and lovely fluffy slippers. Also the shower and bath are oversized with marble everywhere, the shower being especially nice after a long day’s sightseeing, as it has a huge showerhead with an amazing rate of water flow & pressure. The beds are superb, with a down comforter. All in all, very, very impressive.

Hotel Service

Also for the price, you would expect the staff to keep you well looked after. And they go beyond that, especially the attentive and knowledgeable concierge desk. Make the most of them - ask them to organize, among other things, restaurant reservations for you - you will also get much better service at the restaurants by doing so, due to the power of the Four Seasons name in Buenos Aires!

Most that stay in the Four Seasons say the main factor that sets it apart from other hotels in this upper price range is their outstanding service. Nice to know they are working hard for your money! Extensive personal attention is given to every guest, and you will often be referred to by name by staff you have never seen before. They are on the whole genuinely kind without being over the top, intrusive, or sycophantic.

Nice extras like fresh fruit every day are a bonus. And, if anything does go wrong, they will fix it in a flash and usually provide something complimentary for your trouble.

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Four Seasons Features

• Attractive outdoor pool to the rear of the hotel.
• Seven suite turn of the 20th century French style chateau/mansion with 24 hour butler service, where rock stars like U2 and the Rolling Stones stay (complete with crazy fans camping outside day and night!) when they are in town. However, it comes at a supreme cost. For example, it is US$3,500 a night for the presidential suite inside the mansion! If that is a little out of your budget, you can still appreciate the amazing architecture inside the mansion by taking sunday brunch there, but even that costs over US$80 for two people.
• Gorgeous gym and impressive spa (the latter is also an expensive added cost).
• Business center to check email etc, free use, with complimentary drinks.
• Cellular phone for local use, but beware, the minutes are very expensive.
• The hotel restaurant is called Le Mistral, and is a quality, opulent establishment. However, there is such a wealth of great restaurants in BA, with many offering far better value for money, so it probably wouldn’t hurt to give it a miss.