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Faena Hotel Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina · Faena · High Luxury
Carved from a former grain silo and warehouse complex on Puerto Madero’s Dock 2 by developer Alan Faena in 2004 — theatrical red-and-black interiors by Philippe Starck, residences in the adjacent district designed by Norman Foster — with El Mercado helmed by Francis Mallmann, whose open-fire cooking was the subject of the debut episode of Netflix’s Chef’s Table and whom Esquire called “the most interesting chef in the world.”
- 98 rooms
- Opened 2004
- Neighborhood: Puerto Madero
- Rooms from 375 sq ft (35 m²)
- Architect: Philippe Starck
- Interiors: Philippe Starck
About Faena Hotel Buenos Aires
- Faena Hotel Buenos Aires opened in 2004 as the centerpiece hospitality project in Alan Faena’s Puerto Madero district, created from the restoration and adaptive reuse of a former grain warehouse/silo complex.
- It remains one of Buenos Aires’ most distinctive luxury hotels, closely tied to the broader Faena District and its cultural programming.
- Entry-level rooms start at 375 sq ft (35 m²).
History
Faena Hotel Buenos Aires opened in 2004 as the centerpiece hospitality project in Alan Faena’s Puerto Madero district, created from the restoration and adaptive reuse of a former grain warehouse/silo complex. The hotel’s theatrical red-and-black interiors were designed by Philippe Starck and helped define the Faena brand’s art-driven luxury aesthetic. It remains one of Buenos Aires’ most distinctive luxury hotels, closely tied to the broader Faena District and its cultural programming. Faena’s own site marks the brand’s 20-year milestone and continues to position the property as a flagship in Buenos Aires.
The setting
Faena Hotel Buenos Aires anchors the Faena District at Martha Salotti 445 on Dock 2 of Puerto Madero, the 170-hectare former port that languished in neglect after larger cargo vessels made it obsolete and was resurrected from 1989 onward in one of Latin America’s most celebrated urban renewal projects. Opened in 2004 and designed by Philippe Starck, the hotel catalysed the district’s transformation into the city’s hub for design, art, and hospitality alongside residences by Norman Foster. Santiago Calatrava’s Puente de la Mujer — the kinetic pedestrian bridge emblematic of the renewal — is a thirteen-minute walk, while the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve provides an expansive green counterpoint immediately to the east. 8-minute walk to Rio de la Plata.
Restaurants and bars
- El Mercado — Restaurant · Argentinian grill and estancia-style asado, with European ma · Chef Francis Mallmann
- Bistro Sur — Restaurant · Italian-Sardinian haute cuisine · Chef Pedro Picciau
- The Library Lounge — Café
- The Poolbar — Poolside
Experiences
- Faena Art Center — Bold, experimental, and innovative exhibits inspire and move visitors and participants at Faena Art Center, part of the Buenos Aires Faena District.
- Epicurean dining — Argentinian cuisine blending Mediterranean, Italian and Spanish cooking influences.
- Entertainment and nightlife — Puerto Madero nightlife with the Rojo Tango show at El Cabaret and live DJs and musical acts.
- Wellness and spa — Ancient healing rituals from around the world paired with contemporary spa therapies.
Amenities
- Tierra Santa Healing House spa
- Indoor pool
- Fitness center
- Concierge and butler-style personalized service
- Meeting and event spaces
- Arts and culture programming
- Faena District access
- Signature design-driven suites
- Sauna
- Hammam
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
- Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award top-five hotel in Argentina (2024)
- Forbes Travel Guide listing
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