Is parking available at the hotel?

Nearby parking is available for a fee of approximately USD 6 per day, located 328 feet away from the hotel. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately USD 5 to 10 for adults and children.

Does the hotel allow pets?

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services are available for a fee of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy of 4). Guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about wheelchair-accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Recoleta, Buenos Aires, just a 5-minute walk from El Ateneo Grand Splendid and 13 minutes by foot from Corte Suprema de Justicia de la Nación Argentina. It is approximately 1.1 miles from the Obelisco and Recoleta Cultural Center, with easy access to public transport.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Design cE - Hotel Boutique de Diseño Buenos Aires

Average nightly price at Design cE - Hotel Boutique de Diseño by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$77
February	$110
March	$102
April	$100
May	$91
June	$85
July	$93
August	$102
September	$104
October	$106
November	$142
December	$91

What guests think

At Design cE - Hotel Boutique de Diseño, travelers consistently praise the Recoleta location, spacious rooms, and friendly staff, while noting aging facilities and maintenance issues such as AC problems, worn furnishings, elevator noise, and occasional plumbing smells or noise.

Breakfast is commonly described as simple with limited variety, though some guests enjoyed the quality and coffee. Rates are often viewed as reasonable for the area. Overall, the experience leans more boutique and minimalist than full-service.

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Facilities

Mentions focus on building elements: elevators can be noisy or problematic, and some rooms have private jacuzzis with mixed condition. A front door malfunction was also reported; other amenities are not discussed.

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HUGO

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

El problema fueron varios desde elevadores , puerta habitacion , desyuno , muy mala calidad

10

George

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

cool loft design lots of room with your own private jacuzzi

2

Camila

Dec 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

No recomiendo para nada este hotel. En el desayuno , las 4 chicas del personal se instalaron a desayunar en el mismo espacio que nosotros y charlaban entre ellas en voz muy alta y chequeaban su celular. Les pedías algo y te miraban de mal humor. Cero amables. La luz de nuestro baño no funcionaba, lo reclamamos 3 veces! El último día voy a ducharme y no había agua en el hotel! No lo recomiendo

10

Marco

Jun 29, 2023

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Stayed 12 nights

Adoramos nossos doze dias no Design cE. O atendimento é fantástico de todos os colaboradores(Tadeo merece uma menção honrosa), quarto grande e confortável e localização excelente. Acho que precisa de manutenção(as portas dos elevadores fazem muito ruído) e uma maior variedade de ítens no café da manhã(os mesmos ítens durante doze dias). No mais, ficamos(eu e minha esposa) muito felizes nesse hotel que será nossa nova casa em Buenos Aires. Obrigado a todos que fazem o Design cE.

10

Daniel

Sep 6, 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

Staying at this hotel is always an experience for the senses. The style and layout of the spaces is minimalist at heart but warm, inviting, cozy and comfortable. Great public spaces especially the lounge underground. To top all this off, the staff is incredibly attentive... Monica, Miguel, Valeria, Mateo.... and the rest of the crew made me feel at home. AAA+

4

Elba

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Fotos no reflejan para nada la situación y condición actual de la propiedad. La propiedad necesita manteniniento y reacondicionamiento urgentemente. El olor a tubería/cañeria en la habitación, pasillo y elevador es constante. Los ruidos de las demás habitaciones se reflejaban claramente en nuestra habitación incluyendo los del baño y cañerias. El jacuzzi no está en buenas condiciones y los años se ven reflejados en la condiciòn. No creo haya una próxima visita de nuestra parte.

6

Toni

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Place was in the Recoleta area (more or less) and is very reasonably priced. It is clean and functional (mostly), outfitted with Ikea-like furnishings. If you are dependent on internet service, you're pretty much out of luck unless you want to camp out by the front desk. Front door was not working for 3 days, many burned out light bulbs. Once you climb into the tub shower (not easy if you have joint issues!) the water pressure is great, so that is a plus!

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Cleanliness

Feedback is inconsistent: several guests found rooms clean, but recurring issues include odors, stained linens or curtains, damp or peeling areas, broken lights, and aging fixtures, with occasional AC or water problems.

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CAROLINA

Apr 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

muy bueno el desayuno, pared del baño con un poco de humedad, muy buena limpieza

8

Teresa

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

El personal, la limpieza , la ubicación , la habitación

2

Alexandra

Dec 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

all i can say is do not stay here, it is the most dishonest person owning it or running it- i left and they would not refund me. I booked it literally last minute and did not read reviews on google... read the reviews... it is exact... they show you a balcony and the photos are misleading, when you arrive they want 200 usd to upgrade to what you thought you were getting. the rooms are dated, there is an entire building being ripped down outside the hotel windows on the back side, noise, toxic, they would not refund, me, they would not even split it with me. such dishonesty. there are stains on the curtains, the bathtubs have a hint of yellow, it has never been upgraded and should not be allowed to advertise on expedia nor booking... complete dishonest owners and managers . do not stay here

4

Julio Alejandro

Feb 22, 2024

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La propiedad necesita hacer una remodelación, todo está en mal estado las camas manchadas aire acondicionado no funcionaba en nuestra habitación y los baños no son muy bonito Agustín excelente 100 puntos en su atención y servicio

2

Camila

Dec 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

No recomiendo para nada este hotel. En el desayuno , las 4 chicas del personal se instalaron a desayunar en el mismo espacio que nosotros y charlaban entre ellas en voz muy alta y chequeaban su celular. Les pedías algo y te miraban de mal humor. Cero amables. La luz de nuestro baño no funcionaba, lo reclamamos 3 veces! El último día voy a ducharme y no había agua en el hotel! No lo recomiendo

6

Thomas

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Central location, safe surroundings, good sized room but aesthetically unappealing. Breakfast certainly not worth it, mediocre at best. Not horrible just wouldn't stay there again.

10

Antonio

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, nice and very feiendly staff. Tadeo, Adriana, Fernando, and miguel. Grateful

4

Elba

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Fotos no reflejan para nada la situación y condición actual de la propiedad. La propiedad necesita manteniniento y reacondicionamiento urgentemente. El olor a tubería/cañeria en la habitación, pasillo y elevador es constante. Los ruidos de las demás habitaciones se reflejaban claramente en nuestra habitación incluyendo los del baño y cañerias. El jacuzzi no está en buenas condiciones y los años se ven reflejados en la condiciòn. No creo haya una próxima visita de nuestra parte.

6

Gabriela

Nov 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the design of the hotel, staff was amazing, location is good and bedroom was big with comfortable bed, mini bar and microwave. Hotel need some care, for instance AC was not working appropriately, furniture was peeling off, curtain in the bathroom was broken and there was a hole in the bathroom ceiling.

6

Toni

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Place was in the Recoleta area (more or less) and is very reasonably priced. It is clean and functional (mostly), outfitted with Ikea-like furnishings. If you are dependent on internet service, you're pretty much out of luck unless you want to camp out by the front desk. Front door was not working for 3 days, many burned out light bulbs. Once you climb into the tub shower (not easy if you have joint issues!) the water pressure is great, so that is a plus!

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Rooms

Rooms are widely described as spacious with comfortable beds and some pleasant views; several include a microwave and mini fridge. However, some guests found the decor dated and reported noise from pipes or outside.

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Norman

Feb 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Large room with microwave and mini-fridge. Bed was comfortable. Employees were very friendly and helpful. They made taxi arrangements so that we could get to the airport in plenty of time for our flight. They also gave us directions to a pizza restaurant and pharmacy. The breakfast they serve is excellent and offers pastries and breads, juices, cheese and ham. The coffee is excellent.

10

Christophe

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent séjour, suite avec vue magnifique sur le jardin donc sans vis à vis et lumineuse. Merci à Tadeo pour son aide.

8

Jemima

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent spot for after cruise stay. Comfortable beds and location is walking distance from restaurants and souvenir shopping.

10

joyce

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel muito bom, bem localizado na Recoleta, quarto muito grande com bonita vista, com cama grande , macia e roupas de cama e toalhas de boa qualidade. Sala de banho com banheira larga( pode ser um problema para pessoas com limitações) e banheiro grande. Café da manhã bom , mas com poucas opções. Voltariamos

8

Emine

Feb 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is excellent and the staff was super helpful but the hotel itself has aged and would benefit from a little TLC. Also, from our room on the first floor you could hear water running very loudly through the pipes when guests in rooms above were having a shower. Overall a good experience nevertheless and quite affordable.

8

Felipe

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Para quem quer ficar na Recoleta e fazer muita coisa a pé, o hotel é uma ótima pedida. Bem localizado e com uma equipe atenciosa. Quartos espaçosos e a vista dá para uma pracinha simpática. Mas o blackout é ruim e a luz entra cedo; e o café da manhã é bem mediano, com pouca opção mais saudável, com menos açúcar, com exceção das frutas.

2

Alexandra

Dec 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

all i can say is do not stay here, it is the most dishonest person owning it or running it- i left and they would not refund me. I booked it literally last minute and did not read reviews on google... read the reviews... it is exact... they show you a balcony and the photos are misleading, when you arrive they want 200 usd to upgrade to what you thought you were getting. the rooms are dated, there is an entire building being ripped down outside the hotel windows on the back side, noise, toxic, they would not refund, me, they would not even split it with me. such dishonesty. there are stains on the curtains, the bathtubs have a hint of yellow, it has never been upgraded and should not be allowed to advertise on expedia nor booking... complete dishonest owners and managers . do not stay here

8

ricardo

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

la habitación grande y muy cómoda, con una linda vista

4

Elba

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Fotos no reflejan para nada la situación y condición actual de la propiedad. La propiedad necesita manteniniento y reacondicionamiento urgentemente. El olor a tubería/cañeria en la habitación, pasillo y elevador es constante. Los ruidos de las demás habitaciones se reflejaban claramente en nuestra habitación incluyendo los del baño y cañerias. El jacuzzi no está en buenas condiciones y los años se ven reflejados en la condiciòn. No creo haya una próxima visita de nuestra parte.

10

Arthur

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Os quartos Plaza suite (58 m2) muito bons !

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Service

Service is broadly praised as friendly, attentive and helpful, with staff frequently mentioned by name and effective problem resolution in some cases. A few reviews cite poor handling of issues or unfriendly breakfast service.

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10

Antonio

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great and kind team. Everyone, Monica, Tadeo, Emily, etc Great arquitecture and design

10

Antonio

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great staff, Minica, Emily, Miguel. Thanks

10

José Ernesto

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excelente servicio y muy cómodo. La ubicación es muy conveniente. Las habitaciones son muy amplias. Muy bien desayuno.

10

David

Mar 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This was only the 2nd time we had booked a boutique hotel. This experience far exceeded our expectations. The staff were incredibly welcoming & friendly. Also probably the best continental breakfast I've had anywhere in my travels. I would go back just for the coffee alone. We miss this place already.

10

Kieran

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location, very friendly, helpful staff and spacious, pleasant room, highly recommendable.

2

Alexandra

Dec 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

all i can say is do not stay here, it is the most dishonest person owning it or running it- i left and they would not refund me. I booked it literally last minute and did not read reviews on google... read the reviews... it is exact... they show you a balcony and the photos are misleading, when you arrive they want 200 usd to upgrade to what you thought you were getting. the rooms are dated, there is an entire building being ripped down outside the hotel windows on the back side, noise, toxic, they would not refund, me, they would not even split it with me. such dishonesty. there are stains on the curtains, the bathtubs have a hint of yellow, it has never been upgraded and should not be allowed to advertise on expedia nor booking... complete dishonest owners and managers . do not stay here

2

Camila

Dec 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

No recomiendo para nada este hotel. En el desayuno , las 4 chicas del personal se instalaron a desayunar en el mismo espacio que nosotros y charlaban entre ellas en voz muy alta y chequeaban su celular. Les pedías algo y te miraban de mal humor. Cero amables. La luz de nuestro baño no funcionaba, lo reclamamos 3 veces! El último día voy a ducharme y no había agua en el hotel! No lo recomiendo

8

george

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Personnel extremely likable, polite and friendly

10

Antonio

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, nice and very feiendly staff. Tadeo, Adriana, Fernando, and miguel. Grateful

10

EDUARDO

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Excelente estadia… quarto completo… muito bom café da manhã (a despeito de alguns comentários contrários no site) e o melhor: o atendimento, educação, disponibilidade Gostaria de mencionar os colaboradores Tadeu e Monica por toda a gentileza, presteza…

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Location

Location in Recoleta is repeatedly praised as central, safe and walkable, near a small park, restaurants and shopping.

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Jemima

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent spot for after cruise stay. Comfortable beds and location is walking distance from restaurants and souvenir shopping.

10

Sol

Feb 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quiero resaltar la ubicación, amplitud, amabilidad de las personas en especial Samanta y Miguel. Queda frente a un bello parque, cerca de avenidas con comercio y restaurantes

10

joyce

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel muito bom, bem localizado na Recoleta, quarto muito grande com bonita vista, com cama grande , macia e roupas de cama e toalhas de boa qualidade. Sala de banho com banheira larga( pode ser um problema para pessoas com limitações) e banheiro grande. Café da manhã bom , mas com poucas opções. Voltariamos

10

MARCIO A

Nov 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel super bem localizado, em regiao tranquila e bem servida de segurança e locais para refeições. Café da manha simples mas de qualidade. Quartos ótimos e bastante confortáveis. Cama muito boa. Equipe de atendimento atenciosos. Único detalhe ficou por conta do ar condicionado central que nao estava resfriando. Porem como os dias estavam friozinhos nao atrapalhou a estadia.

10

José Ernesto

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excelente servicio y muy cómodo. La ubicación es muy conveniente. Las habitaciones son muy amplias. Muy bien desayuno.

8

Felipe

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Para quem quer ficar na Recoleta e fazer muita coisa a pé, o hotel é uma ótima pedida. Bem localizado e com uma equipe atenciosa. Quartos espaçosos e a vista dá para uma pracinha simpática. Mas o blackout é ruim e a luz entra cedo; e o café da manhã é bem mediano, com pouca opção mais saudável, com menos açúcar, com exceção das frutas.

10

Kieran

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location, very friendly, helpful staff and spacious, pleasant room, highly recommendable.

6

Thomas

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Central location, safe surroundings, good sized room but aesthetically unappealing. Breakfast certainly not worth it, mediocre at best. Not horrible just wouldn't stay there again.

10

maria alejandra

Feb 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

El hotel es muy cómodo, ubicado en una zona excelente, las habitaciones espaciosas, todo perfecto, lo único a mejorar sería los tomas, no funcionan muy bien, pero súper recomendable!

6

Toni

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Place was in the Recoleta area (more or less) and is very reasonably priced. It is clean and functional (mostly), outfitted with Ikea-like furnishings. If you are dependent on internet service, you're pretty much out of luck unless you want to camp out by the front desk. Front door was not working for 3 days, many burned out light bulbs. Once you climb into the tub shower (not easy if you have joint issues!) the water pressure is great, so that is a plus!

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Dining

Breakfast feedback is mixed: often described as simple with limited variety, though several guests enjoyed the quality and coffee.

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Norman

Feb 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Large room with microwave and mini-fridge. Bed was comfortable. Employees were very friendly and helpful. They made taxi arrangements so that we could get to the airport in plenty of time for our flight. They also gave us directions to a pizza restaurant and pharmacy. The breakfast they serve is excellent and offers pastries and breads, juices, cheese and ham. The coffee is excellent.

6

Laís dos Santos

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Razoável. Cafá da manhã fraco. Boa localização

10

joyce

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel muito bom, bem localizado na Recoleta, quarto muito grande com bonita vista, com cama grande , macia e roupas de cama e toalhas de boa qualidade. Sala de banho com banheira larga( pode ser um problema para pessoas com limitações) e banheiro grande. Café da manhã bom , mas com poucas opções. Voltariamos

10

MARCIO A

Nov 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel super bem localizado, em regiao tranquila e bem servida de segurança e locais para refeições. Café da manha simples mas de qualidade. Quartos ótimos e bastante confortáveis. Cama muito boa. Equipe de atendimento atenciosos. Único detalhe ficou por conta do ar condicionado central que nao estava resfriando. Porem como os dias estavam friozinhos nao atrapalhou a estadia.

10

David

Mar 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This was only the 2nd time we had booked a boutique hotel. This experience far exceeded our expectations. The staff were incredibly welcoming & friendly. Also probably the best continental breakfast I've had anywhere in my travels. I would go back just for the coffee alone. We miss this place already.

8

Felipe

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Para quem quer ficar na Recoleta e fazer muita coisa a pé, o hotel é uma ótima pedida. Bem localizado e com uma equipe atenciosa. Quartos espaçosos e a vista dá para uma pracinha simpática. Mas o blackout é ruim e a luz entra cedo; e o café da manhã é bem mediano, com pouca opção mais saudável, com menos açúcar, com exceção das frutas.

6

Thomas

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Central location, safe surroundings, good sized room but aesthetically unappealing. Breakfast certainly not worth it, mediocre at best. Not horrible just wouldn't stay there again.

10

Marco

Jun 29, 2023

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Stayed 12 nights

Adoramos nossos doze dias no Design cE. O atendimento é fantástico de todos os colaboradores(Tadeo merece uma menção honrosa), quarto grande e confortável e localização excelente. Acho que precisa de manutenção(as portas dos elevadores fazem muito ruído) e uma maior variedade de ítens no café da manhã(os mesmos ítens durante doze dias). No mais, ficamos(eu e minha esposa) muito felizes nesse hotel que será nossa nova casa em Buenos Aires. Obrigado a todos que fazem o Design cE.

10

Manuel

Feb 15, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Todos muito atenciosos e educados. Café da manhã bem bom. Preço ótimo. Localização bem agradável

8

Roberto Ragazzini Ferreir

Nov 11, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Café da manhã fraco

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1 $112	2 $114	3 $115	4 $112	5 $114	6 $112	7 $137
8 $152	9 $149	10 $149	11 $140	12 $115	13 $112	14 $112
15 $112	16 $113	17 $115	18 $112	19 $113	20 $109	21 $113
22 $109	23 $103	24 $103	25 $102	26 $107	27 $107	28 $102
29 $104	30 $107

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