The Arosa Rio Hotel is located in Lapa, one of Rio de Janeiro’s most famous neighbourhoods known for its Bohemianism, colonial architecture, restaurants, and nightlife. This four star downtown hotel boasts spacious, state-of-the-art rooms which offer air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, a minibar, LCD TV, and room service. The Arosa Rio Hotel has a superb on-site restaurant with an a la carte menu featuring global cuisine, plus exotic cocktails and breakfast buffets. There’s also a swimming pool, gym, and steam room to take advantage of. This hotel is an ideal base for exploration, just 1km from the nearest metro station and a short drive from Rio’s international airport, the famed Copacobana Beach, and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Located right beside the stunning Barra da Tijuca beach, the five star Windsor Marapendi is a luxurious hotel boasting spacious rooms, suites, and apartments, all elegantly furnished with a minibar, LCD TV with cable channels, air-conditioning, an electronic safe, and noise cancelling windows. Windsor Marapendi also boasts an exquisite restaurant featuring an a la carte menu and breakfast buffet, plus a phenomenal rooftop pool and pool bar with sweeping beach views, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. The opulent hotel is conveniently situated in the vibrant district of Barra da Tijuca, less than a 45 minute drive from the Christ the Redeemer statue and just a 25 minute drive to the iconic Copacabana Beach.

Babel Recoleta is a trendy three star property located in the heart of Recoleta - a cosmopolitan district and one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires. This comfortable self-catering accommodation is ideal for those who want to taste local South American food and explore the city. The minimalist-style property features spacious and comfortable apartment-style rooms which include modern furnishings, a flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a mini fridge, a laptop size safe box, and a fully-equipped kitchenette. Location wise, it doesn’t get much better than the Babel Recoleta; it’s the perfect base for guests to explore the best attractions in Buenos Aires. The hotel is within walking distance from many shops, grocery stores, and boutiques, as well as bars, cafes, theatres, and restaurants.

Situated in the heart of downtown Buenos Aires, the contemporary five star Alvear Art Hotel offers a great base location nearby the city’s entertainment hubs, shopping districts, and sightseeing attractions. This hotel features spacious rooms with sleek décor, large double glazed windows, a bathroom with a whirlpool bath and shower box, a king size bed, Nespresso machine, 42 inch LCD television, and free Wi-Fi, to name a few. The hotel’s Contraluz restaurant aims to please with its global food menu and there’s also a sophisticated bar on-site offering an excellent selection of malts, spirits, signature cocktails, and light bites. The best feature of this hotel is its heated rooftop swimming pool, featuring a retractable roof and panoramic views of the Rio de la Plata River. Adjacent to the pool is a luxury spa centre with a Scottish shower, sauna, hamman, and fitness centre.

Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires is situated in the heart of the elegant Recoleta neighbourhood, which boasts leafy boulevards, former palaces, chic boutiques, and pretty townhouses. The luxurious hotel features contemporary guest rooms with double-glass windows, a HD LCD television, CD and DVD player, private bar, and spectacular views of the pool, city, or garden terrace. This exclusive hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi and is home to a health club and heated outdoor swimming pool. There’s also an open-fire barbeque in the hotel’s courtyard, and an airy two-storey restaurant serving up mouth-watering Argentinian meats. Guests can alternatively opt for in-room dining from an extensive menu, and later head to the hotel’s Pony Line lounge, a casual bar featuring wine, artisanal beers, cocktails, and light bites. This hotel is located within easy reach of Buenos Aires’ top tourist attractions and is just a three minute walk from the shops and cafes of Patio Bullrich.