Park Elegance Unique Hotel (Formely Kempinski)

Location. An intimate boutique property located in Barrio Norte, Park Elegance Unique Hotel (formerly Kempinski) is five blocks from the cafés of Vicente López and Cementerio de la Recoleta, the site of Evita's tomb. Alvear boutiques await international shoppers one kilometer from this Buenos Aires hotel. The renowned opera house, Teatro Colón, and Sociedad Rural Argentia convention center, are located two kilometers from away. Retiro Train Station is one kilometer from the hotel.
Hotel Features. The international nature of this property becomes apparent within the lobby's comfortable setting, as decorative elements reflect African, Chinese and Italian design influences. Restaurant Papillon serves international dishes with Argentine panache. An ancient palo barracho tree dominates this restaurant's décor as its limbs climb right through the roof. A multilingual staff, available at all hours, can provide concierge and business services. The hotel provides meeting space and a computer with dial up Internet access and a printer.

Guestrooms. This seven story hotel offers 43 air conditioned guestrooms with light, airy décor. Furnishings include petite desks, telephones with dial up Internet access, televisions, one or two chairs, coffee tables, minibars and safes. Windows open to encourage the delightful scents and sounds of Buenos Aires. Bathrooms offer shower/tub combinations.

Expert Tip. Most visitors to Buenos Aires know of the cemetery at Recoleta, but fewer are aware of the church of Nuestra Señora de Pilar, which flanks the cemetery's main entrance on Junín. Built in 1732, the church is now a national historic monument. Visitors are encouraged to view this architectural treasure before paying respects at Evita's tomb.