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The Poetry Building offers 17 exquisite and professionally furnished apartments specifically designed for short-term vacation rental. They are beautifully appointed with all the comforts and amenities you have at home. Poetry is located in Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires' most desired and exquisite neighborhoods, surrounded by parks, cafes, restaurants, and shopping. The building itself evokes the romance that is Buenos Aires. It is firmly rooted in Argentina’s history as the former home of one of its most famous and aristocratic families, the Peralta Ramos. Many of the original architectural lines and much of the beautiful grace of the original 100 year old mansion have been restored. Much effort has been taken to meticulously update Poetry’s interiors to interpret and integrate current trends with modern demands. Our staff speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese. We are located in the office on the ground floor of the building. We offer: Privacy without solitude, luxury without stuffiness or attitude, and assistance without intrusiveness.
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HOTEL STYLE
Historic Hotel
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Location
Junin 1280, Buenos Aires C1113AAJ Argentina
Name/address in local language
Poetry Building
557 reviews
Getting there
Great for walkers
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Everything was perfect, we booked the largest apartment with loft (1B) for 3 adults for 5 nights. We only wish that there was a bigger bathroom and closed shower area, because the bathroom had an open shower which would overflow and the water would go all over the floor in front of the toilet and door making it very slippery. Other than that, the service, concierge, location, apartment itself (air-conditioned), cleanliness, rooftop dipping pool/terrace, laundry service was perfect. We loved the quiet neighborhood, we walked to the cemetery area and back several times, we even walked to Don Julio in Paloma and to the Obelisco and Teatro Colon on Ave. 9 de Julio. That beautiful bookshop El Ateneo on Santa Fe Ave was just 5 minutes walk. There were restaurants, cafes, pastry shops, bakeries, beer bars and a supermarket around the corner from the apartment. It was very convenient. We would definitely stay there again if we ever went back to BA!
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Room Tip:We loved family suite 1B
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Responded Apr 12, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We appreciate your kind words and are glad to know that you have enjoyed your time staying with us at Poetry. We always take our guest´s suggestions and comments as a chance to improve the quality of our services. We hope to have you again with us soon. If you plan to come back to Buenos Aires, please do not hesitate in writing. It will be a pleasure for us to assist you. Poetry Staff
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We stayed here for one week. It is a wonderful place with elegant rooms and lofts. I cannot say enough about the staff. They were exceptional and very helpful. They provided a tango night for their guests which included lessons, demonstration and fabulous wine and food. It was a great evening. Location is excellent. You can walk to everything. It was a great experience for our first visit to Buenos Aries.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip:1A is a loft. Beautiful with antiques and elegant chandeliers. Very spacious
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We love Poetry Building. We have just stayed there for the fourth time and after 5 weeks driving around Argentina, we agree that it is really the nicest place to stay in the country. The apartments are exceedingly comfortable with good kitchens and bathrooms. We love the furnishings and the fantastic taste of the building. The staff are wonderful, so friendly and helpful, especially Carlos, who deserves a special mention. Poetry Building is very discreet and well situated in Recoleta within walking distance of very good restaurants and our favourite helado shop. We would never stay anywhere else in Buenos Aires.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from , Director General at Poetry Building
Responded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your incredible review and for being such loyal guests of Poetry! We’re thrilled to hear that after exploring so much of Argentina, you still find our place to be the best. We’re especially happy that our team, particularly Carlos, made your stay so memorable, your kind words mean a lot to us! It’s always a pleasure to welcome you back, and we look forward to hosting you again on your next visit to Buenos Aires. Safe travels until then!
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We had two rooms and stayed two nights. The apartments are nice and spacious, obviously bigger than a standard hotel room. The staff we interacted with were always very pleasant. The building is very old, and although remodeled, you can tell that it is old and some things still outdated.
The reason for 3 stars is that it is very overpriced. Yes I knew what the price was ahead of time, but was expecting more. It really only comfortably sleeps 2 people. We had 4 people in each room, and those that slept on the sofa couch did not have a comfortable rest. The sofa mattress is really not even a mattress, it is so thin.
We stayed at two other places during our visit to Buenos Aires - the first was less than 1/2 the price of this place, same size, more modern, ideal location. This one also had two real beds, not a sofa bed, nice large balcony. The 2nd was the same amount of this place, but is 5 star, also had two real beds, nice large balcony, includes breakfast, and has many more amenities.
The pool is so small, cannot doing any swimming in it.
The cleaning ladies must have turned the stove on one day when they were cleaning my room. When we came back to the room at night, it smelled so so bad of gas. Was making me feel sick. The stove knobs were not working so I just had to figure out how to turn off the gas completely. I was really nervous sleeping in the room that night with my kids.
So in a nutshell, our stay was fine, but we probably would not stay here again, the high cost is not justified. Really there are no amenities.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from PoetryinBA, Manager at Poetry Building
Responded Jan 13, 2020
Hello, We as a staff were saddened to read your review. In all fairness, we believe that such a short stay did not allow you to absorb all that we offer and it’s likely our fault that this information wasn’t presented to you prior or during your stay. You’ve mentioned that you stayed in a place that was far less expensive. Like any city in the world, there are one-off short-term rental apartments in buildings with permanent residents everywhere. You can occasionally find a great apartment and with a little luck never need assistance while you are there. But more often than not, no one greets you upon check-in, no one checks you out, and no one helps you with anything at all during your stay. There are countless agencies renting these apartments that cannot keep up with guest demands as their apartment inventory is spread throughout the large city. This is precisely why our entire building is made up of all short-term luxury apartments. We have an on-site concierge staff as well as a live-in porter for security and emergency measures if something were to occur outside our office hours. Our concierge service is multi-lingual (English, Spanish, & Portuguese) and will help our guests with any and all reservations, ideas of what to do in the city, and anything and everything you may need during your stay with us. In this respect, I can say that we offer far more than just about any hotel concierge desk would offer in assistance. Additionally, we have our own bi-lingual chauffeur who provides airport transportation as well as a multitude of tours. It is true, that our building is antique. It dates back over 100 years and was meticulously restored. The original structure cannot support more than a dipping pool for warm summer days. This area also comes with an outdoor shower, sun chairs, and honor bar. We have another outdoor area which is a beautiful organic garden where guests are invited to pick our seasonal vegetables and cook in their own kitchens. In our other common area, we hold tango nights and wine tasting events. We are steadfast in our maintenance of our building and quite frankly are very proud of what we offer and how we present it to our guests. I wish you could have come to discover all that we offer. Warmest regards. Poetry Staff
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This is one of the nicest and most unique places we’ve stayed in our travels. A truly unreal ambiance with eclectic decor with a modern touch! We splurged for a loft room over the studio (which looked excellent also)! The loft bedroom was unique and romantic. My wife loved it! The kitchen was handy, and there are a small market and bakeries literally right around the corner), making it just a quick trip out in the morning for a sweet treat and Lattes for the room.
The thing that really “made” our stay at the Poetry Building was the people that work there. They were so helpful with giving us a few suggestions for things to see, what’s close (walkable), and what’s worth the trip across town for. Recommendations for culture, shopping, restaurants (steaks), and sweets (pastries). Our trip was quick (3 days, and we had rain during them ☹️) but the staff gave us great ideas (and umbrellas!) that made our trip awesome!
We had no idea this was the #3 hotel in BA on trip advisor, we just found it online and booked it!! What a hidden gem! THIS PLACE IS THE ONE TO BOOK for your Buenos Aries trip. Stop scrolling and book it!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Take walking shoes, have an Uber account setup, get some local cash for the sidewalk markets!
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Response from , Director General at Poetry Building
Responded 1 week ago
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Poetry and that the ambiance left such a memorable impression. It’s great to know the loft room was the perfect romantic getaway. What truly warms our hearts is your kind mention of our team. We're delighted that our recommendations and suggestions helped make the most of your stay, despite the rainy days. It was a pleasure to assist you in exploring Buenos Aires, and we're so glad to have been part of making your trip special. We hope to welcome you back for an even longer visit in the future! Thanks again for choosing Poetry, and for such an enthusiastic recommendation!
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EVERYTHING about the Poetry Building was fantastic! The staff, especially Nui, Sol, Jasmin, and Carlos were beyond helpful and kind! They were professional, warm and friendly, and made our stay feel comfortable and enjoyable. My husband had a short stay in a hospital there, and the staff went out of their way to help me with translations, as well as other things, like nearby restaurants, sights to see, cash exchanges, etc.
The individually decorated apartments were fun and funky, each with its own charm, and the location was great!
We hope to be back soon!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from , Director General at Poetry Building
Responded Mar 3, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at the Poetry Building. It's heartwarming to know that our team made such a positive impact on your stay. We're delighted that you enjoyed the unique charm of our building. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon for another memorable stay at the Poetry Building!
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We loved this hotel. It’s not too big and in a great location. Rooms are lovely, all different. Rooftop pool is nice when weather is good. There is a small garden and guests are encouraged to use the herbs & produce grown there. The hotel team is excellent, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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Response from , Director General at Poetry Building
Responded May 26, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated our unique rooms, rooftop pool, and garden. Our team is dedicated to providing excellent service, and your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back soon!
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We could only stay one night on 15 March 2020, our first night in BA, before being exiled back to Europe. We received a very helpful and friendly welcome. The room was a spacious small apartment and with self catering facilities. It is located in a smart part of town with many pleasant neighbourhood restaurants nearby. There is a supermarket around the cornr if you wish to self-cater. We would certainly return if we are ever allowed back into the country.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from , General Manager at Poetry Building
Responded Oct 26, 2020
Thank you very much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are really happy to know that we have been helpful and we look forward to hosting you on your next trip to BA. Poetry staff
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This is a very cute and lovely hotel. The rooms are very comfortable and the staff, and is very helpful and are fluent in English. The hotel does have a poetic feel to it, justifying its name. The location of the hotel is great with several eateries and subway station within walking distance.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from , Director General at Poetry Building
Responded Jun 23, 2024
Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you found our hotel charming and that you enjoyed the comfort of our rooms. Our team takes great pride in providing helpful service. We are also glad that our hotel's poetic ambiance resonated with you. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and providing another memorable experience.
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We stayed at Poetry for 5 nights in room 1B, which is a lovely room. Everyone is wonderful that works at the property. The transfer driver, the porter and all the front desk staff are magnificent. They helped us order Christmas dinner as well as made numerous reservations for us. The building is in a great area and completely secure. Additionally, the outside pool area is a nice extra touch to have in a large city. Definitely a hidden gem!
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from PoetryinBA, Manager at Poetry Building
Responded Jan 13, 2020
Thank you for such a lovely review. We hope to host you again soon!
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I found them to be really responsive. One issue could be with their internet connection, which is not super reliable throughout the country. I agree that you could try calling if you haven't heard back- the staff is very service-oriented. Good luck!
You should ask the hotel specifically but it's located in a neighborhood with many restaurant possibilities so I imagine so. Be sure to try Roux, at Pena 2300, about 2-3 blocks away. Excellent, intimate place.
There are more places to choose from in the Buenos Aires area.
PRICE RANGE
$158 - $233 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
poetry hotel buenos aires
LOCATION
ArgentinaCapital Federal DistrictBuenos AiresRecoleta
NUMBER OF ROOMS
17
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Are there any historical sites close to Poetry Building?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Recoleta (0.4 miles), Museo Nacional De Arte Decorativo (0.8 miles), and Basilica de Nuestra Senora Del Pilar (0.6 miles).
