Spectacular, contemporary and stylish, the Faena Hotel Buenos Aires is extraordinary. The utilitarian façade of the seven-story brick building, a turn-of-the-20th-century grain warehouse, belies the imaginative interiors created by Philippe Starck.

Flourishes include velvet curtains, crimson-upholstered chairs and crystal chandeliers. 

The rooms, many with city and Río de la Plata views, have lapacho-wood floors and arabasceto marble bathrooms.

The outdoor pool is one of BA’s prime see-and-beseen spots. A vibe imbues the sultry Library Lounge and El Cabaret, which host nightly tango performances.