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I just stayed at the LoiSuites in Recoletta for 10 days. Strongly recommended. I stayed in one of their suites. Got a got a good rate through Mayri. The suites are not huge, but nicely decorated and very comfortable. It was quiet. No noise from neighbors or the outside. Large bed. Conveniently located, 3 blocks from Madahos, and 4 blocks from Black. More generally close to all nightly action. They are exceptionally girl-friendly. When I brought girls in at night, they didn't even have to register. I brought in three girls at a time, two girls, one girl, no objections. During the night the doorman and the receptionist can help you communiate with girls, they even showed me pictures of girls they offered to call for me. Very friendly crowed. In general an excellent place (though, not for those on a tight budget).
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I've been in touch with Mayra, and she strongly recommends LoiSuites Recoleta. Does anyone have any experience with this hotel? Thanks!
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Doc,
First of all you can't go wrong with Mayra, she's the best at helping with all of your travel needs. Secondly I stayed at LoiSuites on my first visit to BA for a couple of nites. It is a very nice hotel and in a great location. It is a little more pricey than most hotels but I'm sure Mayra is getting you a good deal. The other great thing about this place is they are very open minded when it comes to girls visiting your room. Infact they have an older gray haired gentleman that well help set you up with girls if you tell him waht your looking for. I don't remember his name since I did not use his service but I think others have mentioned him before. IF you do stay at this place don't be suprised when you get the key to your room and you don't know how to use it. Sorry but I had never seen keys like this before. They will give you an odd shaped object and all you do is place it in front of the door and the door will open. For me it was very different. The good thing is the key that I had was like a money clip so it came in handy.
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Thanks for the input, guys! How does Art Suites compare with LoiSuites, or does it?
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Doc,
Another thing to keep in mind about LuiSuites: The Asian guy at the reception desk in the evening speaks English (the old gray haired guy: minimal English) and has extensive knowledge of the escort scene. He showed me pictures of girls and offered to make phone calls for me. No doubt hoping to get a tip. One of the girls he suggested was Andrea. I had already met her at Black and seen her a couple of times.
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Thanks Fedora, and others! Do you know about any other hotels in Recoleta (where I was told I should stay?). How about ArtSuites? Is that in Recoleta? I've heard of the Etoile but it sounds like a dump.
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"I've heard of the Etoile but it sounds like a dump."
DocBill, The Etoile is not a dump, but is in high need of a reno in the rooms to get out of the 70's decor; you might think you are at the Formans'. It is very nicely situated in Recoleta, looks good to walk in, I'm sure any other hotelier would love to have its' location.
For all these places, including ArtSuites, look at the web sites. They all look bettter on the web but they are true and give you an idea.
On BA site, Andrea, thanks for the tip on the Pacifico; I have been there after 6 a couple times but I guess my eyes were not open.
MAG
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Doc,
About ArtSuites vs LuiSuites: I haven't stayed at ArtSuites, but asked Mayri this very question a month ago. According to her, LuiSuites is in a different league from ArtSuites, ie LS is MUCH better than AS. But that's second hand info.
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Doc,
Loisuites vs Artsuites....Loisuites is more like a botique hotel...artsuites an aparthotel....
Loisuites advantages...
location....just around the corner from the village of recoleta...Artsuites is 5-6 blocks away...
services...loisuites is more of a full service hotel
Age...Artsuites is nearly new, but Loisuites is even newer....
Advantages of Artsuites...
price....about 30 per night less expensive
size...a true one bedroom, vs a "jr" suite at LoiSuites...
both are good choices IMO
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GRAN HOTEL ARGENTINO?
Anybody familiar with the Gran Hotel Argentino? I looked at their web site, and they are right on the Avenida de Mayo. Very attractive rates at USD20/night for single/double. Seems very convenient. But the flip side is that, being right on the Avenida, the noise levels can be pretty terrible.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Novio
[i]GRAN HOTEL ARGENTINO?
Anybody familiar with the Gran Hotel Argentino? I looked at their web site, and they are right on the Avenida de Mayo. Very attractive rates at USD20/night for single/double. Seems very convenient. But the flip side is that, being right on the Avenida, the noise levels can be pretty terrible. [/i][/QUOTE]
Assuming you mean the Gran Hotel Vedra, Avenida de Mayo 1350, it is very close to my apt so I checked it out for you. I was favorably impressed. Actually for single there are three rates: 38 pesos faces the Avenida = noisy. 50 pesos interior room with TV (fairly small) and music (stereo speakers in the walls, and I think it is digitl radio or something like that). 55 pesos gets you a bathtub in addition to a shower. I looked at a 50 peso room with twin beds. They also have some with double beds. The double price is a bit more, I forget, but CHEAP. The place was squeaky clean and has a nice lobby. Check in at 1 PM, check out at noon. Credit cards accepted at no extra charge. 20% discount if you stay 4 nights or more. Very nice desk clerks (guys though). Price includes tax and continental breakfast (7 AM to 11 AM). Snack bar until 11:30PM but 24 horu room service. Menu prices: Beer 2.20 pesos, ham and cheese sandwich 2.70 or 3.20, chicken 4.20, lomo completo 6.20.
Drawback was the beds were very soft and squishy, although one less so than the other.
Hope this helps. Seems like a great deal to me and maybe the double beds are firmer or maybe you are one of those who likes a soft bed. I can't stand 'em for more than one night.
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Dickhead,
Thanks for the reply. The hotel you describe sounds OK, and might be worth checking out, but the one I was asking about is indeed called Gran Hotel Argentino, address is Carlos Pellegrini 37.
It's web page is www.hotel-argentino.com.ar
I haven't decided where I'll stay yet. I have had similar price quotes from the Hotel Marbella, and Hotel Hispan, as well as an apartment possibility.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Novio
[i]Dickhead,
Thanks for the reply. The hotel you describe sounds OK, and might be worth checking out, but the one I was asking about is indeed called Gran Hotel Argentino, address is Carlos Pellegrini 37.
It's web page is www.hotel-argentino.com.ar
I haven't decided where I'll stay yet. I have had similar price quotes from the Hotel Marbella, and Hotel Hispan, as well as an apartment possibility. [/i][/QUOTE]
Well, that is also right in the "hood" so I will check it out on my way to the gym tomorrow. PS I think Gran Hotel Vedra is much nicer than the Marbella.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by DocBill449
[i]Thanks Fedora, and others! Do you know about any other hotels in Recoleta (where I was told I should stay?). How about ArtSuites? Is that in Recoleta? I've heard of the Etoile but it sounds like a dump. [/i][/QUOTE]
I've stayed in one of the Diplomatic Suites at the Etoile and I was very satisfied with the suite, especially the large whirpool tub, big enough for a duplas or festa. While the wall decorations aren't hip like a primo Miami Beach or NYC hotel. Where in those cities could you get a 900 sq. ft. suite with Whirlpool tub, three rooms, a "Central park" type view, with Swimming pool for, at the time, $65 a night? More like $5-600+ a night, I suspect.
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Gran Hotel Argentino on C. Pelligrini is run down. There is heavy building construction next door with metal fabrication, etc. Beds were lumpy. Menu is fixed rather than a la carte and at 10 pesos without drink is not competitive. Staff unfriendly. Not recommended.
