Frommer's Review
This is one of my favorite bargain hotels in Buenos Aires, due to its price, the warm staff, and its location at the juncture of Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida de Mayo. Originally the building was opened at the turn of the last century as a doctor's office, and was converted to a hotel in the 1920s. This has lead to some unusual shapes and arrangements within the hotel, from bathrooms off of the rooms to either enormous or small rooms, but, well, it all adds to the character. Of the 38 rooms, 30 are large enough for doubles or triples, and in total, 24 rooms have balconies facing the street. Though this means some rooms can be noisy, it'll thrill the bargain-basement Evita in you. Ceilings are very high, and some rooms still maintain intricate plaster work, French doors, and brass fixtures. The bathrooms are hit or miss, and some with showers only have some water pressure issues. They are planning to install air-conditioning throughout 2007 which may impact the rates. For now, ceiling fans do the trick. Wi-Fi Internet access is free in the breakfast room, and a small-budget meeting center can hold about 60 people. The maids here are like having mothers overlooking your stay in Buenos Aires. Though there is an elevator, the odd arrangements of the rooms, and the staircases leading to the elevator mean the hotel is not advisable for those with limited mobility. Most of the clients are Argentines on business (but on a budget) or Europeans. Rooms do not have safes, but material can be left at the front desk, which can also arrange anything from side trips to other tours.
Facilities:
Breakfast room (with Wi-Fi); concierge; small meeting center; limited room service; dry cleaning; laundry service
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