Pleasant Stay @ Carlos Calvo Escape
Review Submitted: April 14, 2008
Date of Stay: March 2008
We recently returned from our stay at the Carlos Calvo Escape property in San Telmo, Buenos Aires. We had an amazing time in BA and the apartment was wonderful. The apartment itself was beautiful, well kept, and exteremely spacious. In fact, each of us had our own bedroom AND bathroom! The architecture was really cool since it had different levels. The kitchen and bathrooms are done in a contemporary style - which is a nice contrast for the historic neighboorhod. It had everything you could possibly need, i.e. safe, washer/dryer, blowdryer, kitchen utensils, guidebooks(see below), literally everything. It even had some 110 outlets and telephone use. We really felt like it was our home away from home.
But what really made our stay was the the friendliness and hospitality of the owners and caretakers. The owners are so knowledgeable about BA and gave us so many great recommendations. They were so forthcoming with information, you could really see their love and passion for BA. On top of that, the apartment is well stocked with BA & Argentina guidebooks/maps and even local info. (You could literally plan your whole trip with the resources at the arpartment!) And the caretakers, Maria Teresita and Hector, are genuinely loevly people. They are so cute and always willing to help you out.
As far as location - San Telmo has so much charm with its cobble stone streets and vintage architecture. The apartment is very close to Plaza Dorrego (Sunday street fair) and Defensa St, which is lined with antique stores and restaurants. When venturing out of the area - its very close to Puerto Madero and a 10-20 minute cab ride to all the other amazing neighborhoods.
We had a great time !!
One thing to note: The apt is on the third floor - no elevator; so its a small workout if you have alot of luggage.
Recommended for:
Girls Getaway,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
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