Description
The Sofitel is located in one of Buenos Aires’ most fashionable neighbourhoods, the Retiro, close to many of the city’s best shops, restaurants and art galleries. Built in 1929, the vision of this Neoclassical architectural masterpiece was to become the first sight on the horizon for sailors approaching Argentina’s great capital. With 20 storeys, the building stands head and shoulders above most its neighbours. Nearly three quarters of a century on, the building was converted and fully refurbished into one of Buenos Aires most luxurious and elegant hotels.
The luxury guest rooms and suites at the Sofitel Buenos Aires are decorated in soothing neutral shades with elegant Art Deco furnishings, true to the history and culture of the building itself and its surroundings. There is a renowned restaurant serving Mediterranean gourmet cuisine, an indoor pool, fitness centre and a cosy drawing room for relaxing in large leather armchairs at the end of the day while the open fire blazes.
Accommodation
Sofitel Buenos Aires has 144 luxury guest rooms, 28 suites, and one apartment, with either city, river or atrium views. All are decorated in an very subtle Art Deco style with fresh soothing tones, elegant Argentine leathers and sumptuous Boticcino marble bathrooms. Modern comforts include WiFi, cable television and minibar.
Childcare
Children are very welcome at Sofitel Buenos Aires. Interconnecting rooms are available for families and babysitting can be arranged on request.
Facilities
Sofitel Buenos Aires has an indoor swimming pool, gym, fitness centre, hammam and massage space. The excellent restaurant, Le Sud, serves gourmet French fusion cuisine made with the finest Argentinian produce and there is also a traditional cafe and an elegant lounge bar, with cosy leather armchairs and a collection of books on France and Argentina.
Activities
The Sofitel Buenos Aires is ideally located within easy reach of many antique shops, galleries and restaurants. A private excursion can also be arranged to see some of the city's highlights including the cemetery in Recoleta where the iconic Eva Perón is buried, the infamous antiques market in San Telmo on a Sunday and the Malba museum with a superb collection of Latin American art. There are also some excellent Tango shows and Tango classes can be arranged.
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.
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Location and directions
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sofitel Buenos Aires is located in the tranquil and charming Arroyo Street, in the Retiro section of Buenos Aires.
How to get there
13-hour 40-minute flight to Buenos Aires Ezeiza International Airport, followed by a 35-minute drive to the hotel.
