Faena Hotel Buenos Aires

"The neighborhood is Puerto Madero, right on the waterfront. From outside, the red brick building that Faena occupies does nothing to hint at the over-the-top decor of what lies inside. The place is designed by Philippe Starck—need we say more? It's dark and dramatic, with red velvet curtains, deep carpets, rose-tinted glass, firetruck red leather sofas. Lots of red and black everywhere with a touch of the ridiculous. Thankfully, Starck showed a bit of restraint when designing the rooms. Instead of dark and moody, rooms are a study in moderation, Faena-style. Faena is pricey, but if you want to be right in Puerto Madero and are a fan of Starck's brand of design, this hotel is for you." - Celeste Moure