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Almarena Puerto Retiro
Buenos Aires · Argentina
2510 Mayor Arturo LuisoniView location
9.4/10Excellent91 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/10 9.6
Comfort9.4/10 9.4
Condition9.6/10 9.6
Value9.4/10 9.4
Amenities9.2/10 9.2
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About Almarena Puerto Retiro
With a stay at Almarena Puerto Retiro Affiliated by Melia in Buenos Aires (Retiro), you'll be steps from Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal and a 2-minute drive from Plaza San Martin. This luxury aparthotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Florida Street and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Patio Bullrich.
Make yourself at home in one of the 73 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. Rooms have private balconies. 55-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
midnight
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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Property Alerts
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
- You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Argentina Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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You need to know
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the aparthotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Property Registration Number 534983454HL, 534983453HL, 534983455HL
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children
- Covered self parking fee: USD 17 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal
0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Plaza San Martin
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Port of Buenos Aires
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Palacio Paz
1.7 km / 1 mi
Florida Street
1.7 km / 1.1 mi
9 de Julio Avenue
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
La Recova de Posadas
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
French Embassy
2 km / 1.2 mi
Santa Fe Avenue
2 km / 1.2 mi
Galerias Pacifico
2 km / 1.3 mi
Patio Bullrich
2 km / 1.3 mi
Buquebus Ferry Terminal
2 km / 1.3 mi
Plaza Libertad
2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Lavalle Street
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Luna Park Stadium
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
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Upon availability
Room types
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Almarena Puerto Retiro
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Blanka
On my way to the property at around 3pm I was contacted by the property staff that they were overbooked and put me in another property.
I chose it especially for the location, because we were leaving on a cruise the next day and booked it 6 months in advance.
I felt ripped off. Somebody obviously paid more than us at a last minute. If this wasn't the case why wouldn't the hotel contact me well in advance?
I chose it especially for the location, because we were leaving on a cruise the next day and booked it 6 months in advance.
I felt ripped off. Somebody obviously paid more than us at a last minute. If this wasn't the case why wouldn't the hotel contact me well in advance?
John Fredric
Friendly staff, good breakfast and a warm welcome from the manager.
Guozhong
Nice place and nice people!
margaret
Clean, comfortable beds. Nice restaurant
Randy
Nice room and amenities, but the staff was cold and disengaged. The rooftop terrace is in need of some new furniture that actually allows guests to enjoy the space.
John
Nice clean room. Friendly staff.
margaret
Large clean room with a good comfortable bed. It has a very nice restaurant and although next door there is internal access which was not pointed out to us. We arrived extremely early after an all night flight and were offered an early check in. It was well worth the extra
flight
flight
Mark
Perfectly located for the cruise terminal. Clean, spacious rooms with a very good shower.
Geoffrey
Perfect location if you're going on a cruise. Right across from the terminal!
Svetlana
Great place to stay. The rooms are clean, the staff is friendly, and the breakfast is delicious. The cruise terminal is conveniently located just four minutes from the hotel. One small suggestion would be for all front desk staff to have at least a basic level of English, as some communication with the reception team requires the use of a translator. Overall, a 10 out of 10 experience.
Maria
This hotel is directly across from the cruise terminal, thus very convenient for travellers!
Staff stored our suitcases until check in time at 15:00 hrs.
Friendly multilingual staff, huge room with comfortable beds, a couch, a table and chairs, a desk, large balcony with chairs, kitchen is complete, and it was quiet. Everything was spotless, and had a great sleep. Huge indoor and huge outdoor swimming pools, nice sitting areas, great breakfast with 3 menu options to choose from, large fitness room, and roof top patio areas. Wifi in lobby and room. There are restaurants on both sides of the hotel, and we were happy with the fantastic price via Hotels.com.
Considered a little downside to mention is that the area to walk to the city at night may not be safe, as locals call it the getto. We did not notice anything but we were there only during the days. Easy for taxi or Uber to pick up and costs to the city were cheap, under US$15.
Would definitely stay there again!
Thank you :)
Staff stored our suitcases until check in time at 15:00 hrs.
Friendly multilingual staff, huge room with comfortable beds, a couch, a table and chairs, a desk, large balcony with chairs, kitchen is complete, and it was quiet. Everything was spotless, and had a great sleep. Huge indoor and huge outdoor swimming pools, nice sitting areas, great breakfast with 3 menu options to choose from, large fitness room, and roof top patio areas. Wifi in lobby and room. There are restaurants on both sides of the hotel, and we were happy with the fantastic price via Hotels.com.
Considered a little downside to mention is that the area to walk to the city at night may not be safe, as locals call it the getto. We did not notice anything but we were there only during the days. Easy for taxi or Uber to pick up and costs to the city were cheap, under US$15.
Would definitely stay there again!
Thank you :)
Jordi
The staff was very kind and helpful, but the rules about too strict
Alison
Staff were excellent. Room is huge and very clean. Not really any amenities to talk about - not even any real milk.
Claudia
The room was magnificent, spacious, clean and every day they brought new towels and sheets. Good air conditioning and two swimming pools with gym. Excellent service, I recommend it 100%.
Anta
Clean room, responsive staff. Thank you Camilla for making my stay enjoyable and comfortable. I will be back.
Mariana
Hotel doesn’t have an entry way or place for taxis to park. We had to cross the street during pouring road to get to our cab, while carrying heavy luggage. It is unbelievable a Melia affiliated hotel doesn’t have a designated loading space.
Mario
Great room ?nice breakfast
Orlando
Nice Hotel, convenient location but the area is no a nice one. A little complicated to get in and out. Parking is also a challenge.
Louis-James
Nice pool
Nicholas
Too far out
The flat was ok and spacious but there is almost no bedding and it was freezing.
No coffee machine either...their reply was this is only for the 'more exoensive flats'. Seriously?
We wanted to walk there late at night but then realised how far it was and the fact that it wasnt safe on the way, as quite a dodgy guy started following us.
Only convenient if you have a car....
No coffee machine either...their reply was this is only for the 'more exoensive flats'. Seriously?
We wanted to walk there late at night but then realised how far it was and the fact that it wasnt safe on the way, as quite a dodgy guy started following us.
Only convenient if you have a car....
Angel
Very modern building and place, very safe tough area was kinda silent
Noreen
The property was nice and the restaurant next door was very good as well.
It was convenient for us as we arrived a day early for our cruise and the terminal is across the street.
Be very careful walking around this area. It gets dangerous quickly.
It was convenient for us as we arrived a day early for our cruise and the terminal is across the street.
Be very careful walking around this area. It gets dangerous quickly.
JOAO PEDRO
Excellent for pre-cruise or post-cruise short stay.
Verified traveler
Villa 31 - Do some research
The property itself is a luxurious building, and the staff at the entrance were exceptionally kind and welcoming. However, there were some drawbacks to my stay. The air conditioning was not functioning, which affected the overall comfort. Additionally, the location posed some challenges. Being adjacent to Villa 31 creates an environment that isn’t ideal for leisurely strolls or exploring the area on foot.
As a tourist, I value the convenience of being able to walk, bike, or access public transportation safely, but this property requires taking an Uber to reach most parts of the city. This lack of accessibility made the experience feel less immersive and tourist-friendly.
While the apartment is luxurious compared to other options, I don’t feel it fully justifies the stay, as it doesn’t provide the flexibility or experience one might expect when visiting a new city.
As a tourist, I value the convenience of being able to walk, bike, or access public transportation safely, but this property requires taking an Uber to reach most parts of the city. This lack of accessibility made the experience feel less immersive and tourist-friendly.
While the apartment is luxurious compared to other options, I don’t feel it fully justifies the stay, as it doesn’t provide the flexibility or experience one might expect when visiting a new city.
Michelle
Brilliant hotel in BA
Fantastic accommodation and service in this very modern hotel. Both pools were superb. Would definitely revisit. Great for business and holiday
Andrew
Only managed to spend 3hrs due to a delayed flight and rescheduled flight out. However, we chose Almarena Puerto Retiro Affiliated by Melia due to it's proximity to AEP airport, which was just 15-20mins drive away. The hotel is essentially serviced apartments - the room was clean and extremely spacious with a kitchenette, large king size bed etc. Didn't get to look at the other facilities, but on first impressions, would be happy to book this away.
Olivier
Moderne mais situé dans un quartier sans intérêt
L'hôtel est moderne et les commodités sont nombreuses (salle d'entraînement, 2 piscines, spa). L'extra pour le déjeuner ne vaut vraiment pas la peine. Il y a très peu ou pas de services autour de l'hôtel et ça peut être hasardeux de se promener dans les environs le soir.
Jan
Clean & modern
Don
It is an amazing property directly across the street from the cruise port. Once they finish repairs to the port, it will be even better ( at the time of writing this the check-in area at the port is temporarily closed and you need to go to the nearby convention centre to check in to your cruise).
The pool is amazing, the outdoor pool is great for laps swimming and the indoor pool is actually a hot tub that is the size or larger than many hotels main pools.
The pool is amazing, the outdoor pool is great for laps swimming and the indoor pool is actually a hot tub that is the size or larger than many hotels main pools.
Cheryl
The room was very clean modern and cute. It had all the amenities that I was looking for. The beds were a little hard but that was my only slight complaint. Well worth the price and I would definitely stay here again or recommend to my friends.
Susan
Awesome Hotel.
This Hotel was great. Very clean, excellent staff and service. The only drawback was only one restaurant with limited hours and no shopping within walking distance.
Vitor
Hotel novo e próximo às principais atrações da cidade (10-15 min de Uber). Em volta não há opções de lazer, mas pelo valor, estrutura e atendimento do hotel, em especial ao da recepcionista Natacha, vale muito a pena. O café da manhã pode melhorar em relação a diversidade. Poucos itens, embora a qualidade também seja superior. 9/10.
Manuela
Ficamos só 1 noite, mas proporcionou tudo que precisávamos! Hotel excelente
Pablo
Hermoso
Victor Lemuchi
Quarto limpo, equipe muito atenciosa.
Diego
Hermosa la habitación. Amplia.
Muy amable el personal
Muy amable el personal
Erivan
Tudo perfeito!! Café bem ruim
ESTHER
Todo muy buen. Esta alejado de todo pero en uber esta bien
Nagib
Buenisimo todo! La zona medio oscuara frente a la Villa pero la propiedad impecable de los Quartier de Palermo
Alonso
Bueno todo
JUAN
Excelente el lugar, lamentablemente lejos de todo
Nancy
Está muy bien el
Hotel la zona masomenos
Hotel la zona masomenos
Alfredo
Excelente para seguir el viaje en un crucero
Hotel excelente para tomar el crucero al día siguiente. Solo se pasa la calle y están en la terminal de cruceros
JAVIER
Buena experiencia en Buenos Aires Capital!!
Está muy bien ubicado cerca de puerto Madero, y también muy cerca del centro… Las instalaciones son de primera, especialmente el Spa, el sauna, la alberca, templada y la alberca al aire libre… El desayuno es en una cafetería a un costado, es muy básico, pero está muy bueno…
Maximiliano
Volveria sin lugar a dudas
Exelente lugar y atencion. Super recomendado
Cecilia Guadalupe
Excelente lugar, muy cómodo y limpio. Muy buena ubicación.
Manuel
Tolle Unterkunft, sehr modern und sauber. das Hotel teilt sich die gesamte Anlage mit Wohnungen, aber hatte zu keinem Zeitpunkt das Gefühl, dass es irgendwo überfüllt war. Einziger Nachteil: durch den Hafen ist es recht laut und wenn auch sicher, ist der nahelegenste Weg in Richtung Bahnhof etwas verdreckt und man fühlt sich etwas komisch.
FELIPE
Apesar do quarto ser bom e moderno, não recomendo
O quarto é bem espaçoso e moderno, além de bom chuveiro
Todavia é longe de Porto Madeiro mais de 2 - 3km, em area não segura e com nada perto a distância possível de caminhar.
O staff é pouco receptivo, tive um problema e foram incapazes de me ajudar
Apesar do quarto ser bom e moderno, não recomendo pelos motivos acima.
Todavia é longe de Porto Madeiro mais de 2 - 3km, em area não segura e com nada perto a distância possível de caminhar.
O staff é pouco receptivo, tive um problema e foram incapazes de me ajudar
Apesar do quarto ser bom e moderno, não recomendo pelos motivos acima.
Valeria
Excelente.
Excelente hotel, tudo novinho, moderno e bem cuidado. Ótimo atendimento. Só achamos um pouco longe, mas nada que um Uber não resolva. Valeu muito a pena a escolha.
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Almarena Puerto Retiro
2510 Mayor Arturo Luisoni, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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