Originally Posted by 3544quebec

My experience with the 3 and 4 star non-chain hotels in BA has been that the Star rating refers to how much money has been spent on the lobby - the rooms have been universally pokey and bathrooms antique. There are no doubt lots of exceptions.

I am a bit confused as to why you are having difficulty finding a chain hotel within your budget.
Sheraton Libertador has standard rooms for $116/night+ VAT and Club Level rooms for $153/night + VAT using the 5 night stay promo code Z5H for your dates
The other Sheraton has standard room s for $153/night + VAT and Club Level rooms for $191/night + VAT with the same promo code

The Intercontinental AP rate is $148/night + VAT