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posted May 3, 2012
Give Claridge a chance. I've just returned from Buenos Aires. Once again I loved it. Once again I talked to myself: "What in heaven's name are the Argentinians trying to do (or allowing to be done) to that country". Economy is upside down. People are lacking confidence (I don't blame them, by the way) and you leave the place with a bad feeling, no matter how good your experience there must have been (and normally is, for they are fantastic). Clardige, in a way, reflects that situation: it's a 1940's classic hotel, but is not ready today (but bare in mind what the administration of the establishment asserts: "so far") to offer you everything it should. It's got a truly charming lobby bar, one of the most representative of that typical Porteño habit of having a tea, a snack or a drink amidst good conversation on whatever subject that may cross your mind, preferably politics or something you can "make more complex". But rooms, however comfortable, are needing a great deal of work. The hotel lobby's been just refurbished, but the spa has been forgotten. How contradictory! By the way, the most impressive, negative fact of the hotel was the room. It might have been a matter related to the rate I paid. Ok. But if a hotel presents itself as classy, it should definitely NOT offer to its guests second class, badly conserved accommodations. As to that point, Cladirdge seems to be living a sort of "Titanic syndrome": it's known for its first class qualities, but there's a lot of second and third class hidden places. Careful not to fall in one of the latter traps (and I'm not sure whether there's much of alternative...). But I'm being nasty to the place and it's not what I mean. I talked to the staff there, which, by the way, comprises a wonderful group of people: helpful, kind and efficient. They promised they're about to carry out a profound set of modifications and betterments in the rooms and spa, which, as they allege, have not been carried out yet given to the fact that too much has been spent in the lobby, the bar, and other general areas. Fair deal. I'll wait and I do not hesitate to give them that credit. I will come back. Breakfast is veeeeeerrryyyy gooood, with a show of courtesy and a myriad of Argentinian delicacies. The people in charge of service couldn't be more polite. The bar, as said before, has recovered its good, old reputation - and deserve it. Service, drinks, and snacks are great. The neighborhood has become not that charming area with time (especially in the evening), to a point that Claridge stands in the middle of it as an island of beauty (the building is really a piece of art). But that's a matter related to Buenos Aires as a whole and there's little the hotel might be able to do to that respect. Nonetheless, it'll be good to know the hotel stays steps from Florida (the famous "open mall" in BA), 9 de Julio (and its Obelisk), Corrientes (with its cinemas, theaters, book stores, and restaurants), not to mention all the other streets (such as Lavalle, Suipacha, etc.) where you'll find the real BAires. You may also decide to go to Puerto Madero by foot (it's about 15 blocks from there). So, all I'm saying is give Clardige a chance. Don't get there expecting too much nor too little. Arrive with an open mind and a generous heart. Although the place might not be what its history could suggest ("so far", remember that with a Homer Simpson's voice in your brain), I trust that time will do more good than harm to that good, old fellow. Oh, by the way: if I were a staff member, I would sue the neighbor restaurant. No matter how much I do love meat, I trust it's primitive to have a fan blowing kitchen smoke to the hotel rooms windows, when they need to be open. And that's exactly what that restaurant does to Clardige. Do something, people!!
posted May 1, 2012
We recently stayed once again at Claridges, and again really enjoyed the experience, I must say the staff are exceptional, nothing was too much trouble for them, we were greeted at 7.30 am by Tomas, who had been on night duty, he was full of smiles, the rest of the staff (who were on duty while we were ther) Fernando, Martin, Patricia and Alex were all extremely helpful as well. The breakfast buffet was as ever very good. I agree with some of the other reviews it would be good if the owners of the Hotel spent some money on refurbishing the rooms, the TV was ancient. Next time we are in Buenos Aires we will deffinetely return to Claridges, full marks to the staff for making this Hotel special for me!
posted April 11, 2012
We got upgraded at this hotel and I loved the room we were in. The hotel has a grand feel to it. Located centrally - very convenient. Good customer service and absoloutly loved the breakfast here in a really nice restaurant. Would recommend.
posted April 10, 2012
The area is a little run down but only a short walk to the docks and antique districts. I have stayed on three occasions and although its a little shabby, something pulls me back. Maybe its the good service, maybe it just looks right. Give the Claridge a try, you might fall in love with it.
posted April 3, 2012
Lets start with the good bits. The lobby and the dining area. The night entertainments. The breakfast. The heated pool and sun deck. Then you check in….. The rooms leave an awful lot to be desired. Carpets are stained in places. Beds are getting old. And when you hear the person in the next room having a show and singing….not to talk about the old cathode tube TV. This used to be a 5 star hotel, but I think that’s a long long long time ago. I find the painting bedrooms peppermint green..is not the way to go.
