Since the Buenos Aires program begins on April 1st at 10.00 am, it will be better for you to arrive to Argentina on March 31st.
So, if you take an overnight flight, make sure it departs from U.S. on March 31st..
2) What is the check in time at the Recoleta Grand Hotel?
The check in is at 3.00 pm
3) How do you get from the airport to the hotel?
The transfer upon arrival/departure from EZEIZA International Airport to the hotel is included if your are coming with the main group.
If you are not coming with the main group, there are different options to get from the airport to the hotel.
Valeria Duek offers a private car for two people for $90 US Dollars.
You can take a private car from the airport hiring it at MANUEL TIENDA LEON booth inside the airport. They have booths in every terminal. A cost for such a service is around $50 US Dollars. You can pay with credit card.
We do not recommend to take taxis from the airport. It might turn ok, but there have been too many incidents, so our advice is not to be adventurous in that department.
Uber is not legal in Argentina yet, although it is active. It is not easy to get from the airport to the hotel by Uber, as you have to contact the driver in Spanish once the ride is placed.
4) How long takes the ride from the airport to the hotel?
It takes one hour, depending on the traffic.
5) Where is the hotel located?
The Recoleta Grand Hotel is in prime location in the elegant district of Recoleta.
Recoleta Grand Hotel
Address: Av. Las Heras 1745
Phone +5411 129-9800
6) CURRENCY EXCHANGE
You can easily exchange money at any ATM in Argentina by making a withdrawal from your bank account. Most of the credit cards are accepted at many stores, but you will find that a lot of transactions are made in cash, and usually US Dollars are accepted. It is suggested to bring small money in dollars, especially to buy souvenirs to take back home.
ATMs in Argentina do not issue foreign currency.
7) Additional nights in Buenos Aires
If you need additional nights in Buenos Aires at Recoleta Grand hotel, we will be happy to help you. You can make the reservation with Koshelat.
Our rates are as follows (in US Dollars; Breakfast and taxes included).
Rates are per room, not per person.
De luxe Studio $135.-
237 ft2
Bathrobe, shower, hairdryer, electronic blackout, iPod dock, Nespresso coffee maker, safe box, smart LED TV, desk.
De luxe Suite S180.-
366 ft2
Bathrobe, shower, hairdryer, electronic blackout, iPod dock, Nespresso coffee maker, safe box, smart LED TV, desk, sitting area
8) Is a visa required for visiting Argentina?
No visa is required.However, if you are visiting the Brazilian side of the Iguazu falls, make sure you have your visa to Brazil prior to departure.
9) Are any vaccines needed for Argentina?
There are no vaccines required for Argentina. However is strongly recommended to bring mosquito repellent, especially if you are visiting the Iguazu Falls.
10) What's the climate in Argentina?
The climate in Argentina is diverse, ranging from tropical to polar. Precipitation is generally light to moderate throughout most of Argentina. Here is what to expect in a few diverse tourist destinations:
Buenos Aires – The capital city has a moderate temperature, similar to cities in the southeastern United States. Winters are mild, while the summers get quite humid and hot. Buenos Aires rarely sees snow.
Iguazu Falls – The climate along the Iguazú River and the Misiones Province is humid subtropical. The temperatures stay high all year. The chance of precipitation near the Iguazú Falls is high. The rainy season is from January to March.
Autumn weather in El Calafate - Temperatures range between 51°F (10°C) in March and 39°F (4°C) in May.