About this hotel
Alvear Palace Hotel is a historic 5-star luxury hotel on Avenida Alvear in Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires' best-known residential and cultural districts. Opened in 1932, the hotel now has 207 rooms and suites with French-influenced interiors and complimentary Wi-Fi. Confirmed facilities include several restaurants and bars, an 11th-floor heated indoor pool, Spa & Fitness Center, saunas, steam baths and rooftop solariums. Recoleta Cemetery is approximately 300 metres away, while Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes is about 500 metres away. The property suits cultural visits, couples, families, business travellers and wellness-focused stays.
Hotel Style
Historic 5-star luxury hotel
Neighbourhood
Recoleta, Buenos Aires
Public Transport
Facultad de Derecho station about 9 minutes on foot
Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi confirmed
Best for
- Cultural sightseeing around Recoleta Cemetery, Centro Cultural Recoleta and Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
- Couples wanting formal dining, rooftop drinks and extensive wellness facilities in Recoleta
- Wellness stays using the heated indoor pool, sauna, steam baths, hydrotherapy facilities and fitness centre
- Business travellers using the hotel's meeting and event spaces and access to central Buenos Aires
- Families using connecting rooms and larger suites, including accommodation specifically described by the hotel for family stays
Location & surroundings
The hotel occupies the corner of Avenida Alvear and Ayacucho in Recoleta, a central Buenos Aires neighbourhood characterised by historic residences, museums, parks, cafés and upscale shopping. Recoleta Cemetery and Centro Cultural Recoleta are approximately 300 metres away, Plaza Francia about 400 metres and Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes around 500 metres away. Facultad de Derecho–Julieta Lanteri underground station is approximately nine minutes away on foot, while Las Heras station is about 13 minutes away. Retiro railway station is approximately 22 minutes on foot. Taxis are useful for La Boca and Palermo, but a car is unnecessary for most central sightseeing.
Nearby attractions
- Recoleta Cemetery – approximately 300 metres: Historic cemetery known for elaborate mausoleums and the tombs of prominent Argentine figures, including Eva Perón.
- Centro Cultural Recoleta – approximately 300 metres: Cultural complex beside the cemetery hosting exhibitions, performances and contemporary arts programmes.
- Plaza Francia – approximately 400 metres: Public green space adjoining Recoleta's museums and cultural sites, also associated with weekend craft-market activity.
- Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes – approximately 500 metres: Major public art museum with Argentine, Latin American and international collections.
- Patio Bullrich – approximately 500 metres: Historic upscale shopping centre with fashion, dining and retail outlets.
- El Ateneo Grand Splendid – approximately 1.3 kilometres: Former theatre converted into a bookshop while retaining balconies, stage architecture and its historic auditorium.
- Plaza San Martín – approximately 1.4 kilometres: Landscaped historic square in Retiro surrounded by notable architecture and major central avenues.
Local travel tips
- Walk through Recoleta for the cemetery, Plaza Francia, Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes and local restaurants; these attractions are all within approximately 500 metres.
- Use Facultad de Derecho–Julieta Lanteri or Las Heras underground stations when travelling beyond Recoleta to other central districts.
- Use taxis or ride-hailing for Jorge Newbery Airport and districts such as La Boca, particularly when travelling with luggage or during hotter afternoons.
- Allow additional road-transfer time during weekday rush hours because central Buenos Aires traffic can affect journeys towards both city airports.
- A rental car is generally unnecessary for a Recoleta-focused stay; the hotel has chargeable parking, while many major museums, restaurants and shops are walkable.
What to know before booking
- Secured covered on-site parking is available but spaces are limited and parking carries an additional charge.
- Pets are not accepted under current property-specific booking policies; service animals are permitted.
- Airport transfers are available on request for an additional charge and should be arranged with the property in advance.
- Adapted guestrooms are confirmed by the hotel, but travellers with specific mobility requirements should request the appropriate available room category before booking.
Best time to visit
Spring from September to November and autumn from March to May generally provide comfortable conditions for walking through Recoleta and central Buenos Aires. Summer can be hot and humid, while winter is cooler and well suited to museums, restaurants and indoor cultural activities. Major concerts, international conferences, sporting events and holiday periods can increase accommodation demand. Travellers visiting for specific Teatro Colón performances or major events should book well in advance.
Full quick facts
| Hotel Style: | Historic luxury hotel opened in 1932 with 207 rooms and suites |
| Star Rating: | 5 stars |
| District / Neighbourhood: | Recoleta, Buenos Aires |
| Destination Type: | Historic central residential and cultural district |
| Nearest Airport: | Aeroparque Internacional Jorge Newbery |
| Distance to Airport: | Approximately 11.6 kilometres in current property-specific transport information; type of published distance not specified, with an approximate 18-minute drive also listed |
| Nearest Major Transport: | Facultad de Derecho–Julieta Lanteri underground station approximately 9 minutes on foot; Las Heras station approximately 13 minutes on foot |
| Beach Access: | Not available |
| Beach Distance: | Not available |
| Historic or Main Centre Distance: | Recoleta Cemetery approximately 300 metres; Plaza San Martín approximately 1.4 kilometres |
| Languages: | English, French, Spanish and Portuguese are listed in current property-specific information |
| Parking: | Secured covered on-site parking; spaces are limited and charges apply, with current extended-parking information listing US$80 per night |
| Wi-Fi: | Complimentary Wi-Fi confirmed in guestrooms; current property information also lists free Wi-Fi in public areas |
| Family Friendly: | Yes; the hotel offers connecting rooms and larger suites, including the Diplomatic Suite specifically described for families |
| Accessibility: | Rooms adapted for people with disabilities are confirmed by the hotel; the Buenos Aires city accessibility listing also classifies motor accessibility as accessible |
| Pet Friendly: | No; current property-specific policies state that pets are not allowed, while service animals are welcome |
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alvear Palace Hotel?
Alvear Palace Hotel is at Avenida Alvear 1891 on the corner of Ayacucho Street in Recoleta, Buenos Aires. The current official postal address is C1129AAA.
How close is Recoleta Cemetery to Alvear Palace Hotel?
Recoleta Cemetery is approximately 300 metres from the hotel, with current property-specific information giving a walk of around three minutes.
Does Alvear Palace Hotel have a swimming pool and spa?
Yes. The 11th-floor Spa & Fitness Center includes a heated indoor pool, whirlpool area, saunas, steam baths, pressure showers, relaxation rooms, treatments and a fully equipped fitness centre.
Is Alvear Palace Hotel suitable for families?
Yes. Connecting rooms are available and the hotel specifically describes its two-bedroom Diplomatic Suite as suitable for families, accommodating up to four people with the possibility of an additional guest.
Does Alvear Palace Hotel have parking and airport transfers?
Yes. Secured covered on-site parking is available for a charge and spaces are limited. An airport shuttle is also available on request for an additional fee and should be arranged before arrival.
Are pets allowed at Alvear Palace Hotel?
No. Current property-specific policies state that pets are not permitted, although service animals are welcome.
Summary
Alvear Palace Hotel suits cultural, family, business and wellness stays in Recoleta. Recoleta Cemetery, Plaza Francia and major museums are walkable, while a heated indoor pool, extensive spa, fitness centre and free Wi-Fi are confirmed. On-site parking is chargeable and limited, and pets are not accepted.
