Hotel BabelvsAlgodon Mansion
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Algodon Mansion is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Babel. Algodon Mansion ranks #8 in Buenos Aires with endorsements from 11 sources including Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Jetsetter.
Hotel Babel
Balcarce 946, San Telmo, Buenos Aires C1064AAT, Argentina
From $38/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This is a charming, small boutique hotel with a conventillo feel to it, built around a glass-covered, light-filled central courtyard in a century-old house." Full review
Fodor's
"This 200-year-old former home of late Argentine president Juan Manuel de Rosas sits on one of the city's most historic streets, exactly nine blocks from the Casa Rosada." Full review
Time Out
"This recently renovated conventillo-style house welcomes visitors from all parts of the globe, maintaining the tradition of a hodgepodge of languages that inspired its name." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Arty and stylish but also friendly and unpretentious, this mid-range boutique hotel captures the spirit of San Telmo better than most." Full review
Algodon Mansion Show All Reviews
Montevideo 1647, Buenos Aires C1021AAA, Argentina
From $378/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The newest luxury Recoleta property, the Algodon boutique hotel is built into a mansion, offering only 10 very spacious suites, with your own available on-call butler." Full review
Fodor's
"It is clear every detail of this hotel, one of the ritziest properties in the city, that a guest's stay was considered through and through." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The result is visually impressive mise-en-scènes that exude a quiet sense of wealth, favoring discreet technology and imported woods over glitz and gold." Full review
Star Service
"This beautiful property is housed in a historic building that will appeal both to traditionalists for its French classical architecture and modern-day travelers for its lively interiors." Full review
BlackBook
"Luxurious Belle Epoque mansion turned opulent boutique hotel."
Afar Magazine
"There’s little glitz or glamour; rather, the luxe setting is more refined." Full review
Jetsetter
"A sumptuous stay at the only Relais & Châteaux hotel in Buenos Aires, including a welcome drink, a wine-and-charcuterie experience and more." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Sexy, sophisticated and definitely a den for grown-ups; this all-suite mansion invites you to hole up in the chicest barrio of the city." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Atmospheric property in a 1912 French classical-style limestone mansion, well-located in the leafy and chic Recoleta neighborhood." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
"The Buenos Aires hotel is on a leafy street that is pleasant and quiet, populated with small cafés where area residents sit sipping coffee for hours with friends." Full review