Few urban hotels can make you forget you’re in the midst of a sprawling city. Yet, the buzz of the metropolis quickly fades away at Home, an eco-friendly boutique hotel tucked away on a leafy street in the heart of Palermo Hollywood, one of Buenos Aires’ hippest neighborhoods. With exterior walls clad in ivory, a gorgeous flower garden, and an outdoor swimming pool, the property feels like a lush hideaway for guests looking to relax in style while enjoying the city’s vibrant culture.
Built from the ground up nearly two decades ago, the hotel was designed to feel like a chic home away from home with highly personalized service. The modern architecture, concrete floors, expansive glass walls, and wood details deliver a slightly industrial yet effortlessly cool and unpretentious vibe. Reminiscent of a stylish living room, the lobby is packed full of vintage mid-century furnishings, funky sculptures, and colorful paintings by local artists.
With only 19 rooms and suites, this small but mighty Palermo staple packs a lot in yet somehow never feels crowded. Beyond the impeccably decorated lobby is a light-filled atrium with wooden steps leading down to a day spa where hot stone massages and sea salt body scrubs are available a-la-carte or as part of a full spa day package, which includes time to relax poolside in between treatments. Past the atrium and the elevator awaits a delicately manicured yet slightly wild garden and a swimming pool with lounge chairs, a botanical paradise dreamt up by a landscape designer when the property was constructed.
In the rooms and suites, vintage floral wallpapers add punches of pattern, color, and a touch of femininity to a decidedly modern backdrop. While no two accommodations are exactly alike, they all feature unique vintage finds, uber comfy beds, cozy wool blankets, ample closet space, and handy dot grid notepads to jot down all of your best ideas when inspiration strikes. Each suite has its own perk: the poolside suite has a verdant terrace with a wood plank deck and wood-burning fireplace; the garden suite features a shallow outdoor pool off the living area and its own rooftop terrace outfitted with lounge chairs, an outdoor shower, and a dining table for al fresco dining under the stars. The two-floor Loft, featuring a full kitchen, a plant-adorned patio with a built-in Argentine barbeque, and an en-suite bedroom with a walkout terrace, is a great option for family, friends, or guests desiring an apartment-style stay.
In a country where siesta, an afternoon nap usually taken after lunch, can make it impossible to find a decent meal until eateries reopen for dinner around 8 pm, Home’s restaurant is a respite for hungry—or perhaps hangry—travelers. Guests can dine indoors, where the bar is located, or on a shaded patio under a leafy canopy facing the garden. Their all-day breakfast and brunch menu is also served poolside when you’re in the mood for a tortilla de papa and a dose of sunshine.
On the pulse of what’s new and exciting, Home’s passion for design and the city are evident in the tiniest of details. Upon check-in, guests are handed a pocket-sized booklet with a beautifully designed floral cover containing the hotel’s recommendations, from their favorite bookstores and classic landmarks to the hottest new restaurants, bars, and clothing boutiques. It’s a time saver and an essential, well-vetted guide to the city.
The Palermo neighborhood is the largest of the city and is often broken down into sub-barrios. While Palermo Hollywood, whose name derives from the numerous film studios and TV and radio stations in the area, has become a gastronomic hub of Buenos Aires, it still manages to retain a tranquil barrio feel with its tree-lined cobblestone streets and cozy cafes. It’s a culinary playground with seemingly endless dining options that stretch into the broader Palermo neighborhood, including five tried-and-true restaurants on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants list: Don Julio, Gran Dabbang, El Preferido de Palermo, Mishiguene, and Niño Gordo.
Top Takeaways
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Rating: Four-Star
The Vibe: A lush paradise meets urban retro cool.
Food + Drink: Home’s restaurant is an idyllic setting for any meal. Enjoy eggs benedict and a side of fresh fruit decorated with edible flowers for breakfast in the shaded outdoor patio while hummingbirds feed nearby in the garden. Post up on one of the shaded lounge chairs for a casual lunch by the pool. Head down to the restaurant between 4 and 7 pm for merienda, a light snack served in the afternoon comprising homemade cakes, cookies, coffee, and tea. The bar serves classic cocktails like Aperol spritz day and night. One thing’s for sure: you’ll never go hungry at Home.
Amenities: Outdoor swimming pool; lush garden; restaurant; day spa; sauna/steam room; library; laundry and dry cleaning service; complimentary WiFi; concierge; accessible front entrance and rooms for guests with disabilities.
Our Favorite Thing About the Hotel: Lounging by the pool with butterflies and hummingbirds flying about the flower-filled garden; the smell of jasmine is heavenly!
5 Nearby Attractions: Mercado de las Pulgas; MALBA Museum; Planetario Galileo Galilei; Bosques de Palermo; Museo Evita
Any Personal Neighborhood Recs? Cucina Paradiso Senza Gluten, a gluten-free Italian restaurant on Calle Arévalo, serves delicious agnolotti del plin (ravioli stuffed with ossobuco). The key lime pie cheesecake topped with crushed pistachios at Malcriada Bakery is also to die for.
Rooms: 16 in total: 11 rooms, two regular Suites, two deluxe suites, and 1 apartment (The Loft)
Pricing: Rooms start at $150/night + 21% VAT; rates vary depending on the season and daily demand; A day pass for the pool is available for $90 and subject to availability
Closest Airport: 20 minutes from Aeroparque Internacional Jorge Newberry (AEP) for domestic and international flights to neighboring countries; 50 minutes from Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) for domestic and long-haul international flights
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