Castelar Hotel & Spa ****

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Accommodation:
Castelar Hotel & Spa is located in Avenida de Mayo, near the 'Obelisk' and the Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana).

One of the great advantages of the Castelar Hotel is the Spa Facilities; it's the perfect place to relax in the middle of Buenos Aires' busy City Centre. You can relax while reading the newspaper or having a glass of Gancia.

The Hotel is close to May Square (Plaza de Mayo). It's the main political point in Buenos Aires. It's situated near Government House (Casa de Gobierno), and the Cabildo (Town Hall). Nowadays the Plaza shares the fame with the famous Madres de la Plaza de Mayo. Some people consider them as activists or peaceful women; others don't.

Services and Facilities:

• 157 Rooms.
• TV.
• Air Conditioning and Heating Facilities.
• Telephone Line (DDI and DDN).
• Hair Dryer.
• Mini-Bar.
• Safe Box (available at Reception).
• Restaurant declared Important Bar of Buenos Aires City.
• Spa Facilities for Men and Women Independently.
• Turk Bath.
• Finish Bath.
• Sauna.
• Scottish Shower.
• Massages, reflexology and facials.
• Meeting Rooms.
• Pedicure.
• Manicure.
• Sun Bed.
• Zen Garden.
• Gym.
• Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services.
• Room Service.
• Internet Access is complimentary in the Business Centre.
• Medical Assistance, Free of Charge.

Hotel Castelar is also known by many Celebrities. Since the hotel opened its doors in November, 1929, many artists have visited and stayed in this Hotel. Some famous guests include:

• Federico Garcia Lorca: Spanish poet and dramatist killed by Nationalistic citizens at the beginning of the Spanish Civil War (Guerra Civil Espanola). Garcia Lorca was originally from Granada, Andalucia, and spent some time at the Castelar Hotel.
• Lola Flores: Spanish Artist, Flamenco dancer and singer or Cantaora y Bailaora, with lots of personality and energy. Her career took her to too many places like Buenos Aires, La Havana de Fidel, Mexico and much more.
• Nati Mistral: who shared the Tablas with Lola Flores and Manolo Caracol.
• Carmen Amaya: from Somorrostro, Barcelona. Excellent Flamenco Artist, who was invited by Franklin Roosevelt to dance in the White House.
• Nobel Chemistry Award winner Linus Carl Pauling.
• Alberto Cortez who performed at New York's Carnegie Hall.
• Ruben 'El Negro' Rada: famous Afro-Uruguayan percussionist and singer. He loves to play the Candombe drums with the Murga at the famous Uruguayan Carnivals. Paul McCartney is one of his fans!

Local Attractions:

• Post Palace (Palacio de Correos): it was inaugurated in 1928 and is the best example of Classical French Style.
• May Square (Plaza de Mayo): it was founded in 1580. It is located in front of Casa Rosada.
• Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana): Rococo and Baroque style. It is located in the corner of Rivadavia Avenue (Avenida Rivadavia) and San Martin.
• Parque de la Costa: located in Tigre, you can take the Train de la Costa to get there. The best amusement park in Buenos Aires.
• Richmond Cafe: enjoy the afternoon teas in this classic place. Inaugurated in 1917. You can play chess, backgammon or pool at the basement.
• Tango National Academy (Academia Nacional de Tango): above the famous Cafe Tortoni.

Location:
Castelar Spa & Hotel is located in the area called Microcentro. It is one of the busiest areas in Capital Federal.

How to get there:
From Ezeiza International Airport 'Ministro Pistarini' (EZE):
Located 35-km/ 21 miles from the city centre.

The Airport has 2 terminals:

• Terminal A: for Aerolineas Argentinas only.
• Terminal B: for all other airlines and for the very few domestic flights that operate from this airport.

The 2 terminals are close together and linked by a covered walkway.

By Bus: Manuel Tienda Leon Bus runs every 30 minutes to Retiro Bus Station (near Retiro Train Station).

From Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)/ Domestic Airport: Located 3-km/ 2 miles from the city centre.

The Airport has one long terminal with a service road and a main road at the front. Manuel Tienda Leon buses depart from the service road and public buses from bus shelters on the main road.

	Single or Doble Room: Room for 1 or 2 people, with sommiers. One doble bed or two single beds. En suite bathroom with hair dryer. Air conditioning, mini bar, Cable TV. Breakfast and Tax (21%) are included on the rate. Room price per night from: US$ 150  book now!

	Triple Room: Room for 3 people, with sommiers. One doble bed + 1 single bed or three single beds. En suite bathroom with hair dryer. Air conditioning, mini bar, Cable TV. Breakfast and Tax (21%) are included on the rate. Room price per night from: US$ 170  book now!