Faena Hotel and Universe

In 2004, Argentine Entrepreneur Alan Faena and world renowned designer Philippe Starck transformed El Porteno Building, an abandoned century old grain silo, into the Faena Hotel and Universe. Conceived as a center for creative living where guests are able to experience the local culture, the opening of Faena Hotel and Universe gave birth to a new way of living, uniting old and new, transforming the historic building into a paradigm for 21st century living and a creative center that represents the best of Buenos Aires. Faena Hotel and Universe is set in the heart of Buenos Aires, just steps from the city s riverside promenade and ecological reserves and only five minutes from the financial district, the government house and historic San Telmo. The Jorge Newbery Domestic Airport is a 20 minute drive, and it s approximately 40 minutes to Ezeiza International Airport. Private airport transfers are available to hotel guests. The hotel s 108 rooms and suites are infused with the romance and decadence of the Belle Epoque style,while providing world class comforts and modern technology. Faena s Universe includes two unique dining experiences El Bistro where Chef Mariano Cid de la Paz,a disciple of renowned Chef Ferran Adria, serves sophisticated international cuisine,and El Mercado an authentic cantina serving fresh local cuisine, as well as The Library Lounge bar and a 3500 bottle Wine Cellar. El Cabaret provides an intimate setting for the best tango show in town,Rojo Tango, and other live performances. Other amenities include The Spa,which features a gym, personal trainers, beauty treatments, nutrition specialists and healing therapies,the Hammam,a Turkish style steam bath and the best outdoor Pool in B.A.