Which Sheraton in EZE (Buenos Aires)
#31
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Originally Posted by Houston Cowboy
Thanks everyone for all the great info on this thread.
I just booked 4 nights at the Sheraton Convention Center based on your collective advice. I never knew the PT and the CC were connected in the same building. I have stayed in many properties with butler service and I never use this - who needs someone to unpack a suitcas? So I am going for the less expensive option.
I just booked 4 nights at the Sheraton Convention Center based on your collective advice. I never knew the PT and the CC were connected in the same building. I have stayed in many properties with butler service and I never use this - who needs someone to unpack a suitcas? So I am going for the less expensive option.
#32
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I have stayed at the Towers and at the Libertador. The Libertador is old and somewhat worn. Great people watching lobby. The best feature and the one that would probably get me to return is the location. You can walk out the front door and be in the flow of the Florida Street action.
The Towers are further away (about a 5-6 block walk) and there is nothing of interest in the immediate area. The property is outstanding and there is very little to fault...except the location and the huge difference in price.
The Towers are further away (about a 5-6 block walk) and there is nothing of interest in the immediate area. The property is outstanding and there is very little to fault...except the location and the huge difference in price.
#33
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Sorry for responding to my own post, but is there anyone (SPG PLT) that has stayed at the CC on award and not be given access to the lounge?
Originally Posted by ajacpril
Seals my decision in favor of the CC for an upcoming award stay. I assume that they do not discriminate against PLTs on award stays, when granting access to the lounge.
#34
Join Date: Nov 2002
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I have stayed at the Park Towers and they are beautiful. I am writting this from the CC. Since I am alone I figured I would save the extra money and stay on this side. They upgraded me to a suite on the 17th floor, room 1730. The suite is basically two rooms with the middle knocked out. On one side you have a bed, TV and bath. On the other side you have a dining room table, a couch, high speed internet and a bath and closet. No TV on the living room side. Breakfast is free in the club lounge on the 22 floor. They asked me to sign for the wine in the evening. It appears soft drinks are free and alchol is charged. The only snacks were white rolls and cheese. If I were to stay again I would take a chance on the Librador for three reasons. Location, Location, and Location.
#35
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Does the Libratador have a lounge?
#36
Join Date: Dec 2004
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Originally Posted by room service
They upgraded me to a suite on the 17th floor, room 1730. The suite is basically two rooms with the middle knocked out. On one side you have a bed, TV and bath. On the other side you have a dining room table, a couch, high speed internet and a bath and closet. No TV on the living room side. Breakfast is free in the club lounge on the 22 floor.
The hotel was well maintained, particularly the "executive floors" 19+. We enjoyed the small lounge. Afternoon snacks are limited to nuts, cheese, and bread. They did bring canapes when we ordered wine.
Most of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Particularly those in the lounge. Housekeeping and laundry staff were not so good. Had to call several times to get the room cleaned one day. Took two days to get laundry that was supposed to be returned in one day.
Request a room with a city view. The views from the other side are lackluster.
All in all, we were glad we chose the CC. The Liberatador is more central, but it was nice to be a couple of blocks from the madness of downtown BA.
I wish that Starwood had another option in Puerto Madero, Recoleta, or Palermo. Next time, we might consider the Hilton, Park Hyatt, or Alvear.
#37
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Originally Posted by Vulcan
Does the Libratador have a lounge?
However, I really like the Libertator even though the Park Tower is much nicer because:
Awesome exercise facility w/4 treadmils, 2 stationary bikes, weight machine, jaccuzzi, indoor pool, and a sauna w/ a window. This facility is on the top floor, so one gets a great view when in the sauna.
Very nice staff, willing to help, was fluent in English, and did not mock my poor Spanish skills.
Very convenient location, though the Park Towers and Convention Center is a short 5-10 min walk away.
Delicious buffet breakfast that was included in my US$99 rate both times. It's not included in all rates, however. Otherwise, it costs US$8-9 (24 Argentine Pesos).
Decent restaurant, reasonably priced.
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Originally Posted by ZME
I wish that Starwood had another option in Puerto Madero, Recoleta, or Palermo. Next time, we might consider the Hilton, Park Hyatt, or Alvear.
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Do the rooms in either the Sheraton Libertator or the Convention Center have separate showers and bathtubs or it it just the combined shower/tub?
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Originally Posted by PresRDC
Do the rooms in either the Sheraton Libertator or the Convention Center have separate showers and bathtubs or it it just the combined shower/tub?
#41
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I will be at the BA CC in January after a 14 night cruise. I am SPG Gold. I have a rate of $139.00. The rate does not include breakfast. If I go for an upgrade will it include any type of breakfast?
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Originally Posted by rstidolph
I will be at the BA CC in January after a 14 night cruise. I am SPG Gold. I have a rate of $139.00. The rate does not include breakfast. If I go for an upgrade will it include any type of breakfast?
#43
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Thanks. All I can do is try!
#44
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Originally Posted by GUWonder
If upgraded to the Executive Floor, then there is breakfast available in the Executive Lounge area on either the 17th or 18th (???) floor. However, I don't know if Golds get upgraded to that floor. I know Platinums often do.
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