Alvear Icon Hotel

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With a stay at Alvear Icon Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Buenos Aires, within a 10-minute walk of Women's Bridge and Presidente Sarmiento Frigate Ship Museum. This luxury hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Coleccion de Arte Amalia Lacroze de Fortabat and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Puerto Madero Casino.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a ballroom. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).Make yourself at home in one of the 159 air-conditioned rooms featuring private hot tubs and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and designer toiletries.Grab a bite at Kayla Restaurant, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 3 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 6 meeting rooms. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.

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Popularity

9,2

Superb

General

1769

Tripadvisor 9/10

461

Booking 9,2/10

936

Expedia 9,4/10

372

Main services

Vegetarian meal

Vegan options

Airport Shuttle

Spa & Wellness Centre

Parasols

Hotel safe

BBQ Facilities

Wheelchair-accessible

Outdoor swimming pool

Business centre

Breakfast

Bikes Available

Restaurant

water dispenser

Luggage room

Conference room

Garden

24-hour reception

Bar

Toiletries

Green energy

Dry cleaning and laundry

Cycling

Internet

Non-smoking establishment

Valet parking

Service Animal allowed

Coworking space

Pets allowed

Elevator

Meeting room

Wired Internet

Swim-up bar

Spa

Lifeguard

Sun loungers

Steam bath

Parking

ISO 50001 – Energy management

Shower

Casino

* Some services may carry an extra charge.

Information about the area

Buenos Aires, Argentina

The city of Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city of Argentina. Around 3 million people reside in this city. When you include the metropolitan area, the total population of Buenos Aires exceeds 12 million, making it one of the top 10 most populated urban areas in the world. Buenos Aires is a massive city, with numerous neighborhoods to explore and a wealth of sights and activities! The incredibly vibrant neighborhood adjacent to the old port of Buenos Aires, La Boca, is known for both tango and soccer. With its multi-colored homes and taverns, the neighborhood maintains its tango tradition, soccer fervor, and Italian heritage. Today, it is one of the most significant cultural hubs and tourist attractions in Buenos Aires. Take a walking tour, watch a match at the renowned Boca stadium, or attend a local tango performance. San Telmo, the oldest residential neighborhood in Buenos Aires, radiates a unique historical aura. As one of the key centers during the 19th century, San Telmo has preserved many of Buenos Aires' architectural landmarks, museums, antique stores, and old churches. Puerto Madero is a new neighborhood filled with restaurants and bars. It's a pleasant place to stroll on a sunny day, with a pretty nice view. Vibrant, nostalgic, seductive, and dynamic, Buenos Aires is a European city with a Latin-American twist. Without a doubt, it's a truly captivating city.

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What’s nearby

Obelisk - 0.05 km
Opera theater - 0.25 km
Colon theater - 0.28 km
Lavalle Square - 0.47 km
Pacific Galleries - 0.63 km
National Historical Museum of the Cabildo and the May Revolution - 0.8 km

Getting around

buenos aires , colonia express port, ar - 1.71 km
buenos aires, buquebus terminal, ar - 1.5 km
buenos aires, buenos aires harbour, ar - 1.58 km
buenos aires , quinquela martín port, ar - 3.12 km
(BUE) Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, AR - 8.14 km

About accommodation

General

Air conditioning
Hypoallergenic room available
Family rooms
Heating
Elevator
Designated smoking area
Safe
Smoke-free property
Pet friendly
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers
Key access
24-hour security
Security alarm
CCTV in common areas
Smoke alarms
Key card access
CCTV outside property

Activities

Turkish/Steam Bath
Beauty services
Indoor pool (year-round)
Facial treatments
Body wrap
Spa facilities
Sauna
Spa
Spa lounge/Relaxation area
Locker rooms
Solarium
Spa/Wellness packages
Body scrub
Fitness center
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Body treatments
Steam room
Massage
Indoor pool
Fitness

Services

Valet parking
Fax/Photocopying
Room service
Ironing service
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Shuttle service
Dry cleaning
Tour desk
Daily housekeeping
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Baggage storage
Suit press
Pet bowls
Business center
Express check-in/out
Concierge
24-hour front desk
Airport shuttle
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Laundry

Safety features

Face masks for guests available
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
First aid kits available
Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
Access to healthcare professionals
Process in place to check health of guests

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed
Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Contactless check-in/out
Cashless payment available

Food & Drink

Restaurant
Bar
Breakfast in the room

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
Delivered food covered securely
Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

Internet
Wifi
Free Wifi

Outdoors

Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool (seasonal)

Parking

Private Parking
Parking garage
Parking
Parking on site

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails

Pool and Spa

Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool bar
Swimming pool
Heated pool

Transportation

Airport pickup
Airport drop-off

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided

Languages

English
Español
Português

About the rooms

The accommodation has 143 rooms:

General

Air conditioning
Trash cans
Hardwood or parquet floors
Key access
Carpeted
Tile/Marble floor
Private entrance
Safe
Smoke Alarm
Key card access
Interconnecting room(s) available

Activities

Hot tub

Services

Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Clothes rack
Feather pillow

Bathroom

Body soap
Free toiletries
Conditioner
Hairdryer
Shampoo
Shower cap
Toilet
Guest bathroom
Spa tub
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Bathrobe
Slippers
Shower
Towels
Bathtub
Private bathroom
Bidet
Additional bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels
TV
Telephone
Mobile hotspot device
Radio
Pay-per-view channels
Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

Wine/Champagne
Minibar
Bottle of water
Chocolate/Cookies

Kitchen

Kitchenette
Wine glasses
Dining table

View

City view
River view
View

Living Area

Sofa
Dining area
Desk
Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens
Walk-in closet
Alarm clock
Childrens' cribs
Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

*Some services may only be available in specific rooms or upon request.

About the pools

The accommodation has 2 pools:

Pool 1

Location

Indoor

Access

Adults only

Cost

Free

Pool 2

Location

Outdoor

Access

Adults only

Cost

Free

Restaurants

Sunny Yard

Access for guests and visitors
Reservation required

Milk & Co

Access for guests and visitors
Reservation required

Glitter Kosher Restaurant

Access for guests and visitors
Reservation required

Crystal Bar

Guests only
No reservation required

About parking

The accommodation offers 1 parking option:

Parking type

Private

Location

On-site

Reservation

Reservation not possible

Cost

US$83.00 per day

Internet

Coverage

Available in the rooms

Connection type

Wi-Fi

Price

Free

Policies

Check-in

Checkin from 15:00
Minimum age for check-in: 18 years old

Check-out

Checkout before 12:00

Pets

Pets are allowed. Free.

Children

Children of any age are welcome.

Extra beds

Extra beds available subject to availability at this property. Cots available subject to availability at this property.

Important information

• In all cases, the hotel will apply the MEP dollar exchange rate on the payment date. • Please note that guests must present a valid passport, Mercosur ID card, or Immigration form as proof of compliance with the National Immigration Act N° 25871 at check-in. Their stay in Argentina must not exceed three months. • Please note that twin, queen, or king size may accommodate guests in different types of bedding. Guests must tell in advance which kind of bedding they would prefer. Only the Deluxe Suite can accommodate extra beds. • Early check-in and late check-out policies: The check-in time is 3:00 PM. Check-in before that hour must be booked the night before. The check-out time is at noon. Check-out after that hour must be booked the night before. Until 5:00 PM, guests must pay 50% of the last night´s rate. After 5:00 PM, guests must pay 100 % of the last night´s rate. • Please note that based on local tax laws, all Argentinian citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (VAT) of 21%. Only foreigners who pay with a foreign credit card, debit card, or via bank transfer are exempt from this 21% additional fee (VAT) in accommodations and breakfast when presenting a foreign passport or a foreign ID along with a supporting document handed by the national migrations authority, if applicable • We would like to inform you that the outdoor pool on the 3rd floor will be closed on 31st March this year and the indoor pool will continue to operate as usual.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.