Description
Faena Hotel+Universe, set in a historic building in the fashionable port area of Puerto Madero, is the ultimate in luxury and cutting edge design. Conceived by Argentine fashion designer Alan Faena and designed by the legendary Philippe Starck, it is undoubtedly the most unique and most talked about hotel in Buenos Aires, receiving rave reviews from press around the world.
Faena's guest rooms and opulent living areas have been stylishly designed and infused with the romance and decadence of La Belle Epoque, whilst inspiring a sense of modernity. Rooms and suites feature plush red velvet drapes, venetian blinds, giant sleigh beds facing vast windows that look out over the city or the River Plate, flat screen televisions and contemporary glass walled bathrooms with Dolby surround speakers.
Faena epitomises design chic in every detail, from the reception-free foyer to the carefully thought-out position of the beds. Treat yourself to a day of pampering in exquisite luxury and sophistication at the hotel’s renowned spa and Turkish Hammam, relax with the cream of Porteno society by the fabulous pool and sample exquisite cuisine in the flamboyant dining area of El Bistro, complete with gold-studded white leather and mounted unicorn heads.
Nightlife is high on the agenda at Faena and your stay in Buenos Aires would not be complete without seeing a tango performance, and every evening the Faena puts on an incredible show at Rojo Tango, widely regarded as the best in Buenos Aires.
Accommodation
Accommodation at Faena comprises 90 luxury guest rooms, in a wide range of categories, from Premium Rooms right up to the Faena Suite. All rooms and suites are designed in an wonderfully opulent and elegant style, with polished woods, luxurious leathers, automated curtains and blinds, home theatre systems and glass surround bathrooms.
Childcare
Children of all ages are welcome at the Faena. Babysitting, cots, extra beds and children's movies can all be arranged on request.
Facilities
The facilities at Faena are first class. There is a fabulous outdoor pool and bar, an indoor bar and a state of the art spa with sauna, Turkish Hammam, gym, Zen room and personal trainers. For dining the hotel has two excellent restaurants, the informal El Mercado and the award winning El Bistro, with its kitch-chic design and innovative cuisine.
Activities
There is a wealth of activities on offer at Faena, including visits to the historical sites, galleries and museums, tango and cooking classes and wine tasting. It is also possible to arrange a personal shopper to take you around the best of Buenos Aires' boutiques and malls. All guests at Faena are allocated an Experience Manager, who serves as a personal assistant, concierge, tour guide and itinerary planner.
When to travel
Buenos Aires is a year round destination, spring and autumn (October/November and April/May) being the most pleasant. It can be hot and humid in the peak summer months of January and February. Winter is usually pretty mild.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best time to visit
Good time to visit
Average time to visit
Not applicable
Location and directions
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Faena Hotel is located on Martha Salotti Street in the regenerated Puerto Madero, a waterfront district in Buenos Aires. It's a stone's throw away from the Costanera Sur, the city's riverside promenade and within easy reach of many restaurants and bars. It is a short taxi ride to downtown Buenos Aires.
How to get there
Buenos Aires has two airports; the Ezeiza International (13hour flight from the UK), and the domestic airport Jorge Newbery. Faena Hotel can arrange a transfer from either airport; journey times are 40 minutes and 20 minutes respectively.
