Hotel Club Frances

Property class: 5 and above

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

French-club glamour in Buenos Aires

Hotel Club Frances channels Old World Buenos Aires from a restored 19th-century French-style mansion, where refined antique artworks and a dramatic marble staircase set the tone. Days begin with a complimentary welcome drink, then drift into the garden-facing lounge bar or a slow break in the on-site tearoom framed by gilded details.
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  • Belle Époque dining room

    French and Argentinian flavors meet seasonal cooking in an elegant setting.

  • Spa rituals, beautifully done

    Book massages and beauty treatments, then unwind with sauna and steam room.

  • Culture on foot

    Walk eight minutes to Recoleta Cemetery, one of the neighborhood’s signature landmarks.
$207 nightly
The total price is $210
Nov 15 - Nov 16

Amenities

  • Signature breakfast ritual with authentic French pastries
  • Air-conditioned rooms with soundproofing and seating areas
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Deep soaking tubs with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Select balconies or terraces overlooking the garden
  • Within reach of a nearby tube station
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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a chair, a small table, and a decorative vase.

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with a floral bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a telephone and a drawer.

Deluxe Suite, Terrace

  • City view
  • 1938 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and floral wallpaper.

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

  • City view
  • 968 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Executive Deluxe Suite

  • City view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

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Rodríguez Peña 1832, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal, 1021

What's nearby

  • Patio Bullrich - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Recoleta Cemetery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Recoleta Cultural Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Fe Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • El Ateneo Grand Splendid - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Buenos Aires (AEP-Aeroparque Jorge Newbery) - 19 min drive
  • Ministro Pistarini Intl. Airport (EZE) - 42 min drive
  • Buenos Aires Belgrano Station - 5 min drive
  • Buenos Aires Retiro Station - 20 min walk
  • Buenos Aires Saldias Station - 29 min walk
  • Facultad de Derecho - Julieta Lanteri Station - 13 min walk
  • Las Heras Station - 15 min walk
  • San Martin Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Fervor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gioia Cocina Botánica - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Club Francés - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Monet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dos Escudos - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Club Frances

  • Hotel Club Frances features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Patio Bullrich. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or body scrubs. A bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Facultad de Derecho - Julieta Lanteri Station is 13 minutes and Las Heras Station is 15 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (USD 25 per day)
    • Street parking available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1900
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Hotel Club Frances - This fine-dining restaurant overlooks the garden. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 25 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

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Club Frances Buenos Aires
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Club Frances offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Club Frances does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Club Frances?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Club Frances?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Club Frances?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Club Frances?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Puerto Madero Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Club Frances and nearby?

Hotel Club Frances has a spa and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Club Frances?

Yes, Hotel Club Frances offers garden views.

Does Hotel Club Frances have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Hotel Club Frances like?

Hotel Club Frances is in Recoleta, a short 7-minute walk from Recoleta Cemetery and 19 minutes' walk from Colón Theatre.

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Reviews

Hotel Club Frances Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was substantial, complete, and varied with many options, including made-to-order items. (21 reviews)
  • The restaurant at this property serves excellent food and offers a wide variety of options for breakfast and dinner. (19 reviews)
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We stay here every July when we visit Argentina. They are always consistent. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure your stay is the best it can be.
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