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Chica Seeker, the computer is nice, but you have to be insistant if someone won't get off after their 15 minutes. I had some teenagers who were on for 30 minutes each, and just didn't want to leave.
I found that 3am-5am was the easiest time. This only works if you come home alone, though.
Some other pics from Murano.
Just an info from yesterday, the hotel it's been incorporated in a new hotel chain so it will be call Pestana Buenos Aires.
Another from Murano.
One reason to been in Murano.
The Jacuzzi!
The Murano is also but a few steps from Cafe Exedra. Also, when you walk to Cafe Exedra you'll pass this hole-in-the-wall bar called Imagine. I took a peek inside Imagine on a Thursday night last week and there was maybe one doable chica.
White Shark,
I second your opinion about the Murano Hotel being a great place to stay. The jacuzzi, FREE high speed internet, great location (1 block from Hooks, Catto's, Ness) and a wonderfull staff that even helped me translate and book my spanish only speaking escorts. They never gave me a hassle EVER. When I was there is was about $87/night. A very good deal especially with FREE HIGH SPEED internet.
All you wanted to know about Art Suites and more:
Small lobby with modern minimalist decor with two elevators. One located in front for the 2 bedroom apartments and another behind for the 1 bedroom apartments. Second floor apartments are used as staff offices, think the offices close at 6-7pm.
Large supermarket located a couple of blocks away; great place to stock up on goodies like half bottles of Chandon, a locally produced sparkling wine. One can get pastries, empanadas (try the ones with meat and raisins), prepared food (not really good) on the second floor of supermarket; on Saturdays, they sell grilled meats (not bad). Think they may have a delivery service; those bottles of soda, water and sparkling wines can get heavy, lol.
A pharmacy, couple of restaurants and banks are nearby.
Reasons to stay at Art Suites:
1. In-room high speed internet (One-time charge of USD30, extra USD15 if the technician has to come in). Free internet use in the office.
2. Suites have balconies except for 3rd floor where one gets a terrace.
3. Friendly staff - I recall the housecleaning ladies even telling me that I didn't have to tip them everyday. The night doorman doesn't speak much English but is very friendly and cool about the chicas.
4. Quiet, Upper middle class neighborhood located on the outer limits of Recoleta - I loved standing on the balcony during sunset and looking at the surrounding apartment blocks.
5. Reasonably priced local calls. Actually last time, they even waived the charges for my local calls, talk about customer service.
6. Reasonably priced laundry service - Did a whole load of drycleaning and got charged about 6 dollars, no mark ups here.
7. Nice, firm mattress.
8. Lots of privacy with private entrance to each apartment- think Art Suites only has 15 suites so most of the time, it feels like you're the only one staying in the building.
9. Large sliding door leading to balcony and windows in several corners of the apartment, allowing for lot of ventilation.
10. No minibar with overpriced drinks for the chicas to raid.
11. One can view the lobby via a closed circuit camera linked to the television. If you're waiting for a taxi in the lobby and do not wish to be seen, sit on the couch.
Reasons Not to stay at Art Suites:
1. Not centrally located like the Etoile
2. One has to be buzzed in at the main entrance; the older ladies on the second floor control the door in the daytime and the doorman takes over at night.
3. Some may feel uncomfortable treating it as a mongering pad with the older ladies running the place in the daytime.
4. No onsite gym but there are two gyms located a couple of blocks away.
5. Small breakfast consisting of media lunas, juice and coffee till 10am but one can easily russle up some eggs and bacon in the small kitchen.
6. No room service.
7. Limited housekeeping hours, think they leave at 2pm.
8. Not sure if night doorman has extra key if you happen to lose yours at the clubs.
9. Pretty much a DIY place. For example, if you need more towels, you probably have to go down to the office and ask.
Hi, Guys:
This post is related to Mayra's services and what is going on with her. Her partner screwed her up and Mayra is not working anymore for Argentinago.com.
This week she is starting with her own and new company, so she changed her email address and her cell. phone. She is still providing the tourist services she used to and with the same and also more dedication, because now, she understood that she works for herself and she hasn't any monthly salary; everything depends on her skills and dedication.
As I know her for almost two years, and I know how hard she likes to work and how much she likes to provide a good service and take care of the guys' needs, I am one of her supporters in her new challenge and I want to recommend as I always did, her services. Also because although we are not partners, since we first met, Jackson led us to cooperate, and we did it, and as a result we are taking care of you like a coordinated team; she provides the beds and I call the stuff to be put on the beds!!!!
So, we need to be patient with her these first weeks, she is starting again, and she really wants to work for you; the guys of the forum.
Any problem you could have with her ex agency, you'll need to solve it with them, because they want to play the fool now, and they are responsible for the services they've already arranged with you, although their best employee is not working with them anymore. But of course, you can email Mayra and as usual, she will try to help you in case you have a problem with her ex agency and if they persist in not taking responsabilities, relax, you can cancel the services with them and go straight to Mayra's, because now she is the head and she is a responsible person.
Her new email address is: MAYRABRILL@ARGENTINA.COM
Her new cell. phone is: 155 307 3300.
Kisses, Roxana.
I wish Mayra the best on her new venture and will be using her expertise for my July trip.
Starfe
After getting tons a solid referrals from quaility posters on this board (Moondog and Saint, several others) I decided to try Mayra's travel services. (Apartment, Hotel, Rent-a-Car--and plenty of restaurant recommendations).
She was, as everyone states, wonderful and trust worthy and was there for me 100% on my three weeks in BA.
I wish her the best in her new venture and encourage everyone headed to BA to use her.
LA Larry
Ditto,
I too booked my accomadations (again) with Mayra´s help. As always, everything has been perfect as arranged by her. The extra mile she goes to makes all the difference for me.}
EZE
Hello Forum,
I stayed at the Dazzler last year and it was fine. No hassle with the chicas. Is the Dazzler still a visitor friendly place? Haven't heard much about it this year. Am planning a return to BA in June. Thanks.
Fellows,
Just wanted to add my recommendation of Mayra's travel services. Mayra made some flight and hotel bookings in Argentina and Brazil for me recently after she started on her own.
We made all the arrangements over the phone and a few hours later the tickets and hotel vouchers were delivered to my hotel in Buenos Aires. Everything worked well and I have already recieved the correct credit card billings.
I encourage everybody to support her small business venture.
Steven,
Yes the Dazzler is still chica friendly, I was there in March.
Enjoy your June trip.
FH
A quick note
Last time time I was in BA I spent a few nights in the Alvear Hotel a very plush hotel right in front of Black's. No problem to bring in a lady. The service is sooo good that they check on her ID upon leaving. Talk about privacy for the gentleman.
I was also at the Caesar Park (the place looks nice but bathrooms are small and the air conditioning was working very badly). The lady registered with me upon arrival and left freely.
I will be back in BA next week and I just can't wait.
On my most recent visit I stayed for the first time at the Hilton Puerto Madero, which I highly recommend. The only possible downside to this place is its location. Out of the hub-bub of Microcentro and Recoleta, this can be both a plus and a minus.
-Uncle Otto
I'm looking for a cheap hotel {US$20-25 daily} for 2 weeks in July. My only concerns are cleanliness and quiet in either B Norte, Congesso, or similar area close in. I don't need guests in room as I prefer albergues{sp?} for nightly activities.
Does anyone know any of these places?
Hotel Eleven Palace
Hotel Lyon
Hotel Prince
Hotel Republica
Gran Hotel Argentino
They all look real charming on the internet, but we have all been fooled by internet pictures before.
Thanks in advance.
I've been to Buenos Aires 2 times (2000 and 2002) and each time I stayed at the Phoenix Hotel.
Its on San Martin close to Avenida Cordoba, across the street from Orleans Cafe. They charge $50ar a nite if you pay cash. A nice hotel, friendly staff that speaks some English there. Clean rooms, queen size beds (a little lumpy mattresses) and a BIG buffet breakfast each morning thats included in the price.
And the best thing, they are chica friendly. They do check the woman's ID and will make her register. But its at no extra price.
Anyway, I'll be in BA later in the year and looking forward to staying there. So long.
Seismo, I can recommend the Gran Hotel Vedra in the 1300 block of Avenida de Mayo (Congreso), south side of the street, for less than $20 US per day, breakfast included. A bit shabbier but with a very nice staff is Hotel Marbella, 42 pesos a day (cash or credit card and they do take Amex), on the north side of the 1200 block of Avenida de Mayo. Breakfast also included. In either case, try to get an interior room and/or bring earplugs. Vedra charges a bit more for the interior rooms but that is offset by a discount for stays of four or more nights (Marbella doesn't offer that).
Just a quick note about the Dazzler. They are so chica friendly they would have carried the women up to the room for me.
I like that it is nicer than other hotels this chica friendly. I saw 2 of those in hanging with other mongers. I have the money, so it is worth it. If this matters to you, I highly recommend it. Is it really that much money? Not really.
I even got to BA earlier than expected and they let me into a clean room at 10 am (instead of the regular 3 pm check-in) so I could nap before heading out for my first mongering session.
Does anybody has any experience with the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel on Florida in Centro? It is a fairly new hotel and looks luxurious. I heard it is chica friendly, but want to hear some first hand experience.
Bandy
Bandy,
Can't give you first hand experience but I'm staying there on an upcoming trip based Mayra's recommendation (despite my misgivings about the HoJo name).
Easy Go
Bennie stayed there. PM him.
I have had a couple requests concerning the Hot Tub in the Hotel. I stay at The Grand Boulevard Hotel (.com) and get the executive suite. My price (I have stayed there a lot) is < $100 us/ night including a breakfast buffet (which I rarely make) and taxes. You will have to check with them about todays going rates.
They are "Extremely Chica Friendly"!
MM
Bennie:
Thanks for the info regarding HO JO Plaza. In fact, I received a PM from another poster who echoed your observation. However, he suggested higher floors due to street noise from Florida. I will be there only for three nights and then for the rest of my stay moving to the best apartment in the heart of Recoleta.
Bandy
May I request that when you post about a particular hotel that your include the URL for the hotel's web site, if they have one and if you know it?
It is nearly impossible to find a hotel's web site on the web. No matter how I search I get hundreds, even thousands, of hits. This is because you get a hit for every travel agency and web site in the world which can make you a reservation at the hotel. Of course such web sites never provide a link to the hotel's web page because they do not want you dealing directly with the hotel. Even telling Google that I want only web sites which contain the hotel in the url did not help significantly.
I like to have as much info as possible before deciding on a hotel and I've found that only a hotel's web page comes close to providing the amount of detail I like to have.
For others having this problem I have found only one technique which helps, sometimes. If the hotel you are interested in is part of a major chain you can generally guess at the name of the corporate web site, e.g. www.westin.com, and then find the hotel's web page from there.
Thanks,
Bob
Ho Jo Plaza at Florida and Santa Fe (or Paraguay) was exactly what other mongers have described. New facility, quiet, and extremely chica friendly. Chicas must register at the desk. The breakfast, though, is very ordinary. No hot stuff. Rate was 62 USD per night (prepaid as cash) including everything.
Bandy
Can anybody give me an opinion on the Gran Hotel Buenos Aires, will be staying there for a week in Sept. Like how are the beds, is elevator small? (will be with child in stroller) is it noisy from street?and of course I need to know if I am able to escape for a short time, where i can walk to close by for some quick fun. It is located at Marcelo T. De Alvear in central area. Would much appreciate any info.
Thanks
Looking for a Recommendation and some other Hotel Questions
Can you guys recommend a hotel which meets the following requirements - chica friendly (¡cómo no!), CD player, quiet rooms (I live in a very quiet neighborhood and have trouble sleeping when a hotel room is not sufficiently quiet), a free and good breakfast included (as I never eat lunch), queen size bed, and a shower large enough for two (or maybe even three - funds and energy permitting!). Also, no insects or rodents and not a fire trap. I know that these requirements eliminate the least expensive places, but my funds are limited.
Also, would I get the best rate by calling the hotel myself, asking my favorita to call, or using Mayra (if that spelling is correct)? And, by the way, is Mayar a hotel finder, i.e. could I ask her to find me a hotel meeting my requirements, or is her service limited to hotel reservation making?
Thanks Gents,
Bob
Hola All,
I will be staying at the LoiSuites in Recoletta. I read a report some time past that said it was no longer girl friendly. Is this still true. I have tried a search but it has been down for a few days.
Thanks
Hi, Guys:
This is an offer provided by Mayra and Roxana :)
4 nights at the Howard Johnson Florida (4****) hotel with breakfast and taxes included, PLUS 5 appointments for US$ 290.
* King size beds
* Internet access in the room included
You need to book it through Mayra at:
MAYRA@ARGENTINATRAVELSERVICES.COM
MAYRABRILL@ARGENTINA.COM
*It's a pre paid package. NO REFUNDS on hotel and appts. Extra appts. will be paid separately.
*Pick up at the airport, provided by Ana. You pay her directly and separately.
DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY, SPRING IN BUENOS AIRES IS COMING!!!!
Kisses, Roxana.
Hobbyinhouston,
LoiSuites in Recoletta is very girl friendly.
AllIWantisLove,
Mayra will find a hotel or Apt. as per your need. Why don't you forward this post to Mayra. She is great for these kind of services.
Bandy
I recently stayed at the LoiSuites in Recoletta. The location is excellent and there is no problem with the women guests. They do not check ID at the desk if you walk in with the lady. If the lady comes to the hotel alone they will stop her and call to see if she was invited.
If you come in alone at night the front desk clerks will ask if you want some company. The cost is $300 pesos. Several men avail themselves of this service. Some of the ladies come from Newport which is right around the corner. I actually used this service twice when I wanted a short night. Both times the ladies were good looking but one left something to be desired when her clothes came off.
The guidebooks say that this is very quiet hotel with thick walls but I found it to be a little noisey. I was on a lower floor in a junior suite. The disco music from the bars played to 4:00 AM. I wore earplugs. I would use the hotel again but pay up for a higher floor and an executive suite. Everybody says that you cannot take it with you and I have no heirs.
I booked through Mayra who provides excellent service.
Does anyone have any info on the Intercontinental Hotel in BA...is it chica friendly?
Thanks
Hi, Guys:
Intercontinental Hotel is chica's friendly, no problem. ;)
Kisses, Roxana.
Anyone have any info on Gran Hotel M.T. Alvear? Chica Friendly? Is hotel nice?
Thanks in advance, for any info.
Crowne Plaza Panamericano
I had to stay there (my boss was staying there, and you don't argue with your boss), but I cannot recommend it.
The regular rooms (US 80 per day, corporate rate!! in B.A.!!) are in the old tower, and are so cramped that I was able to change TV channels with my left foot. Closets were nearly inexistents, and the view is the 20-story wall of the other part of the building.
On the bright side, the breakfast service and the pool are quite enjoyable.
They are guest friendly, leaving an ID for the pax safety.
Internet is outrageous:they charged the same amount that in the wi-fi zone of the airports (US3 per hour), while you can walk a few yards in the street and use a broadband connection (in a cramped cubicle, though) for 15 cents.
Hi Guys
I am looking for a hotel up to about $180/night in November.
Which area/ hotel would you suggest.
I am thinking of around the Marriott or the Recoletta area.
I was looking for a safe area near to the normal bars and clubs, but not too far from the pro places.
I read the Kilkenny is very good, near the Marriott.
Not sure if it's any good for non pros though?
Thanks
The Marriott is excellent and in a perfect location for the triangle clubs, but is a short cab ride away from the Recoleta clubs.
The Marriott will be about 150 with a 21 percent tax that will take it up to about 180, at least a recent check of their web site indicated that.
As far as non-pro activities go, some one else needs to comment.
Stormy