After three nights at Palacio Duhau I’m spending my last night Argentina at the Marriott hotel. Comparatively its rate is about a-third to half of the Park Hyatt so I wasn’t expecting much, but the stay turns out to be a blessing in disguise.
First of all you can’t get more central in Buenos Aires than the Marriott, as you are only about two hundred metres away from the Obelisco. It’s a great base to explore Buenos Aires – most attractions are within walking distance and there are all sorts of restaurants in the neighbourhood.
I had no problem checking in at just after noon, they also voluntarily offered me 4pm checkout which is a good start.
The hotel building is made of two “towers”. The taller tower (23 floors) has a rooftop bar, swimming pool and viewing terrace. The lower tower (18 floors) has the M Club.
They have very generously upgraded my reservation to an Upper Suite on the 20th floor of the taller tower. Upon entering the room you see a large bedroom with a working desk.
A separate living room:
Bathroom:
The layout is unorthodox and the whole furnishing is a bit rudimentary. My room has the “wrong” aspect and you can’t see the Obelisco from here.
For the M Club there’s a dedicated elevator for access. The interior is nice and the lounge is manned throughout the day.
Happy hour is every evening from 7pm to 9pm, and two hot dishes were served when I was there. I definitely don’t recommend mistreating your stomach on the lounge food though in Buenos Aires!
Breakfast buffet in the main restaurant:
The quality is very poor. I don’t know how the offering in M Club is like but hopefully it’s better.
Enough complaints and let’s head to the rooftop!
I was stunned when I stepped out of the elevator, wow!!
Unlike the rather boring design of the hotel rooms, this rooftop greenhouse is stunning. The pool is thoughtfully heated, and it’s connected to a smaller outdoor pool if you want a better view.
And finally, the Obelisco:
There’s a gym upstairs.
The food here might be underwhelming but that’s the least of my concerns in Buenos Aires. The Marriott has a great location and a beautiful rooftop swimming pool, and I recommend it if you are visiting.
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