Argentina Won't be Crying for Anyone Who Stays Here

When I travel I usually prefer to stay at boutique hotels that have a distinct charm or style. I like the intimate feeling of a small hotel and having the ability to explore different corners of the property without bumping into other guests. However, there is also a drawback to smaller hotels. Smaller hotels usually lack a spa, a pool, and other resort style amenities. Therefore, when I learned about an early 1900's mansion that was converted into a chic boutique hotel with many resort style amenities I was intrigued. 

The location is the stylish Recoleta district in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I would consider Recoleta a fusion between Beverly Hills and Paris. With the opening of Algodon Mansion there is now a little hint of New York City chicness in Buenos Aires. Recoleta is known for its five star resorts such as the Four Seasons and Alvear Palace. However, the area was in much need of a luxury,  boutique hotel that had a sense of style that can contend with its surroundings. 

The Algodon Mansion began its restoration in January 2007 and is schedule sometime in 2009 (the grand opening was originally supposed to happen in December 2008.) The hotel consists of 10 large, elegant, contemporary suites. You would never expect resort style amenities at a hotel with only 10 suites. However, guests staying in one of the 10 suites at the Algodon Mansion will also be able to enjoy a wine cellar, a library bar, a spa, a haute French-Argentine restaurant, a rooftop pool and a lounge. The hotel also offers 24 hour butler and concierge services.