Far away and long ago was the intimidating formality of the classic hotel bars. Moving away from the stereotype of the cold and soulless space, where only tourists go without much idea of where to end up, today luxury hotels in Buenos Aires have renewed your nightlife thanks to proposals with as much warmth as good call. Here, a snapshot of the most attractive ones and their different agendas.
cool elegance
Since the Sofitel hotel in Recoleta reopened its doors on Posadas Street, renewing the identity of its gastronomic spaces. First was the Alma restaurant, and in August it was the turn of the flagship bar, Felicia. With signature cocktails by Mona Gallosi and a gourmet proposal that goes far beyond tapas, it offers an intimate atmosphere with nods to the best of art deco. In its elegant mustard corduroy armchairs it is possible to enjoy drinks such as the Mitología, with sparkling wine, pear, jasmine and Drambuie or the Felicia, with Brandy, Cointreau, chocolate bitters, popcorn and caramel, and combine them with the roast strip burger with tomato, lettuce, bacon, cheddar and tartar sauce with fries or the grilled cauliflower with curry and spiced sweet potato puree, among other generous dishes. Open every day, it is also worth checking the dates on which a live DJ joins in and complements the proposal.
A few blocks away, Pony Line, inside the Four Seasons Hotel, continues to be one of the favorite spots of the Buenos Aires night. Added to its DJ sessions are the attractiveness of its burger, one of the most recommended in the city, which is also paired with its signature cocktail menu, renewed twice a year. These days, they seduce with creativity such as the Palito Bombón Helado (tequila, rosehip, ice cream and grapefruit) or the Lo Mío es Cuyo (gin, grapes, jasmine), among 10 new options. The most recent menu was created by the hotel’s bartenders, “using Argentine products and different typical gastronomic elements of the country, bold, delicate and unusual flavors within the cocktail bar,” they illustrate. This is the transgressive style that is already a hallmark of the hotel and part of the reason for its success.
Outdoor spaces
The center of Buenos Aires also has its share of the best hotels. One of its neuralgic points is the after office that it offers Flora in the picturesque gardens of the InterContinental Hotel, in the heart of the Montserrat neighborhood. From Wednesday to Thursday from 6 to 11 p.m., it offers 2 for 1 until 8 p.m. on all drinks and offers a space with just the right sophistication to close the work day. Outdoors and among bushes, vines and the classic distinction of exposed brick, here it is possible to enter without a reservation, but it is advisable to make one to access a table (and for greater comfort). What’s new this year is that Plaza Flora was also inaugurated, at the top of the gardens. This will be an exclusive space for private or corporate events.
And in terms of enjoying the outdoors, the Pulitzer Hotel’s SkyBar Not only does it more than deliver, but it also provides one of the most incredible views of the city. Located on the 13th floor, it offers a relaxed environment in which to have a cocktail and listen to good music, “with the sky as the only witness.” It has a beachy and Mediterranean atmosphere that invites you to come to the terrace and forget about the heat, stress and asphalt. They have live music cycles and a bar that is not suitable for those with vertigo, because it overlooks downtown Buenos Aires. An important fact: they also emphasize gastronomy, which fuses cuisine from different latitudes and Mediterranean flavors with a signature touch from chef Agustín Monticelli.
Likewise in the heights, Dome Roof Top Bar It is the hippest bet of the Tango de Mayo Hotel, located in an art nouveau building from 1913 that used to be the old Singer factory. The bar received the name Dome thanks to the fantastic domes that can be seen from the sixth floor where it is housed, including that of the Barolo Palace, a neighboring hillside. Here the proposal is to enjoy an open space in the heart of the city with an extensive cocktail menu and a tapas menu with a focus on Argentine cuisine, created by chef Diego Gera. Best time to visit? The after parties are very well priced and are held from Tuesday to Saturday from 5 p.m. to midnight, with a happy hour from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Corporate and social events, snacks, brunches and an upcoming six-course lunch are also scheduled. “Everything to enjoy within this magical Buenos Aires hideaway,” they invite from the hotel.
A multicultural night
But it is not always necessary to talk about 5 stars to find hotel bars with their own personality. In Palermo, Selina is known as a meeting place for digital nomads, travelers from all over the world and locals looking to feel like they are traveling without leaving their city. Here the spring gastronomic proposal celebrates the international influence of the chain (which has more than 100 locations around the world) and offers an experience for a diverse audience.
On its terrace, with holiday vibes all year round, the hit is the grilled pizzas paired with a selection of signature drinks and craft beers, as well as the best sunsets in the area. Other spaces in the hotel also offer tapas, empanadas and even a version of the Argentine barbecue. “We are ‘the place to be’, where the global community meets and enjoys a relaxed and friendly atmosphere while creating unforgettable memories,” they describe.
And in these hotel bars the charm is not only in the scene they have created, but also in the possibility of a more diverse and international audience, in a call that crosses borders and cultures and makes the Buenos Aires night even more entertaining.
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