As much as anything, Puerto Madero feels like a whole different city compared to the older neighborhoods. I couldn't imagine staying at the Faena for that reason alone.

Like others here, I'm struggling to decide between Alvear Palace and back to the PH where I've stayed the last three times in BA on my return in March. The Old World look of the Palace and its location right near all the green spaces at the top of Avenida Alvear have been sorely tempting, but I've been persuaded away by the relative comfort and creature comforts of the PH. Maybe it's time to try the new rooms at the Palace. Regardless, I really love this city despite all of Argentina's economic troubles.