Mansion
Old-money Recoleta elegance with a relaxed, residential feel. Posh but not stuffy. More like staying in a beautifully appointed private home than a hotel.
The complimentary lounge charcuterie station runs all day — cheeses, cured meats, sandwiches, pastries, soft drinks, coffee. It's basically a free minibar you can actually eat.
Why It Matters
One of the smallest — and most exclusive — hotels in Buenos Aires, with just 10 individually designed suites. Every guest gets a personal butler. The hotel owns its own winery (Algodon Wine Estates in Mendoza), so the wine list is genuinely singular. The rooftop Davidoff Lounge is one of the only open-air cigar bars in the city. And Le Spa is the first and only spa in Latin America to use Stendhal Paris products.
Algodon Mansion is a 10-suite luxury property inside a meticulously restored 1912 French Classical mansion on a quiet Recoleta street. The building has history — it served as the Netherlands embassy for decades before sitting empty for nearly 40 years until founder Scott Mathis oversaw a four-year renovation, opening it in 2010. Think posh apartment living rather than grand hotel formality: no front desk, 24-hour butlers, polished Lapacho floors, Calacatta marble bathrooms, and your own wine from the hotel's Mendoza winery waiting in the room.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Algodon Royale Suite
The flagship. At 1,300 sq ft it has a full living room, full dining area, an adjoining den, a private balcony overlooking the street, and a wine-themed wet bar stocked with Algodon vintages. Conference or dinner table for guests who need to work or entertain. Decorative fireplaces. A favorite of tennis legends — Federer, Agassi, Sampras, and Roddick have all stayed here.
King · 121 sqm
Ambassadeur Suite
The sweet spot of the lineup. 800 sq ft with a private outdoor courtyard facing the building's interior — rare, quiet, and perfect for reading in the afternoon with a glass of Algodon Malbec. The bathroom steps up to bookmatched Italian Calacatta Marble with a jacuzzi and oversized steam shower. European fabrics throughout.
King · 74 sqmImperiale Suite
Steps up with street views over Recoleta's Montevideo and an adjoining living area sized for proper afternoon tea service. French Limestone bathrooms, large flat-screen TVs, and Hansgrohe fixtures throughout. Ideal for sophisticated solo travelers or couples wanting extra breathing room.
King · 65 sqm
Recoleta Suite
The entry point — and still enormous by any standard. At 600 sq ft, these suites have a large separate lounge area, a bathroom clad in French Limestone with a mirror TV, and oversized Hansgrohe shower fixtures. Street-facing views of Montevideo. A real living space, not just a glorified bedroom.
King · 56 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
All-day complimentary station in the lounge with top-shelf cheeses, charcuterie, dry fruits, sandwiches, pastries, and full beverage service including coffee, tea, soft drinks, and bottled water. Available exclusively to guests.
Open-air rooftop lounge with a curated menu of premium Davidoff cigars and top-shelf cognacs. Personal cigar lockers available for guests. Live jazz some weeknights; tango trio on Fridays.
The hotel exhibits works by contemporary Ibero-American artist Eduardo Hoffman throughout its suites and common spaces. Curated specifically for the property.
The hotel can arrange a stay extension or day trip to sister property Algodon Wine Estates in San Rafael, Mendoza — including vineyard tours, 'Your Own Blend' wine elaboration experience, and golf through the vineyards. Discounts available for guests combining both properties.
Guided wine tasting featuring premium and icon vintages from the hotel's own Algodon Wine Estates in Mendoza, paired with artisan cheeses and charcuterie. Included in the Rediscover Argentina package.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Six-story interior lightwell with a cascading waterfall that descends to the lobby — an unusual and striking architectural feature visible from the suites that face inward.
A sleek library lounge on the ground floor offering a quiet space for reading or informal meetings.
High-speed WiFi throughout all suites and common areas. Multiple guest reviews confirm reliability.
Full cooked-to-order breakfast included in all room rates, served à la carte. Staff note returning guests' preferences and stock accordingly.
Guests receive complimentary membership to Deporte Total Fitness Studio, one block from the hotel. Six floors of facilities with Cybex and Universal machines, stationary bikes, stair climbers, free weights, yoga and group fitness classes, changing rooms, showers, and lockers. No on-site gym.
Hotel accommodates guests traveling with pets.
A swimmer's pool on the mansion rooftop surrounded by teak decks and loungers. Hollywood penthouse feel. Open-air sky bar adjacent with wines from the Mendoza estate and cocktails. Rare for a Recoleta boutique property.
Decorative fireplaces in the larger Algodon Royale and select Imperiale suites. A distinctive feature for a boutique city hotel.
Every suite is assigned a personal butler available around the clock. Butlers can accompany guests to spa treatments for translation assistance, coordinate concierge needs, and deliver personalized room service.
Full room service available, coordinated through the personal butler.
Full concierge for tango classes, ferry bookings, restaurant reservations, and more. The entire mansion can be rented exclusively for private events, weddings, product launches, and corporate meetings.
Hotel-arranged airport transfers: US$100 each way from Ezeiza International (48.5 km, ~1 hr); US$60 each way from Jorge Newberry Airport (6.4 km, ~15 min). Must be arranged in advance.
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