Believe Madero: Buenos Aires' Most Unforgettable Hotel Experience
Believe Madero: Buenos Aires' Most Unforgettable Hotel Experience
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to dive headfirst into a review of , and let me tell you, this isn't your average sanitized hotel brochure regurgitation. We're going full-on, messy-brain, real-life experience. Consider this your unfiltered, unpolished, and utterly honest guide to whether or not you should plonk down your hard-earned cash at this place.
First Impressions & Accessibility: The Great Entrance Gamble
Let's be real, the first five minutes are make-or-break. And for accessibility, that starts at the door. , according to the information, should be accessible. Now, I don't need a wheelchair, but I'm perpetually clumsy. So, the presence of an elevator is a huge plus. And the "Facilities for disabled guests" on paper? Promising! But you know how it goes: promises and reality can be two different things. We'll get more granular on accessibility later if I am able to experience it.
Wired & Wireless Wonders (or Wi-Fi Woes?)
Okay, Wi-Fi. I'm hopelessly addicted. They promise free Wi-Fi in all rooms and in public areas. Bless up! This is HUGE. My inner digital nomad is already doing a happy dance. They also claim to have Internet [LAN] and Internet services. So, you know, if the Wi-Fi craps out (which, let's be honest, it always eventually does), there's a backup plan. This is important. We live in a digital world!
For the Body & Soul (aka, the Spa & Fitness Debacle)
Alright, the good stuff (hopefully). A spa is listed. A sauna, a steamroom, massage, body scrub, and body wraps. My inner goddess is screaming. Pool with a view? YES, PLEASE. Swimming pool? Fine. Honestly, if I can get a decent massage and a view that isn't a brick wall, I'm halfway to paradise. And the fitness center? I intend to use it. Emphasis on "intend." Let's see who wins: the inner sloth or the desire for a bikini body. The gym/fitness, foot bath…this is starting to sound decadent.
Cleanliness, Safety, and Sanitization: The Pandemic Factor
This is where things get super important. , like every hotel these days, is selling us on Cleanliness and safety . And thank God. We’re not living in a pre-pandemic world anymore, and I, for one, am not ready to roll the dice on some mystery virus. The Anti-viral cleaning products listed are promising, the Daily disinfection in common areas is a necessity, and Rooms sanitized between stays is non-negotiable. Hand sanitizer everywhere? Excellent. Staff trained in safety protocol? Praise the heavens. I'm looking for evidence of all of this. Hygiene certification? That’s what I like to hear. The Room sanitization opt-out available… smart. Lets face it some of us are obsessive and some of us are just a mess. Physical distancing of at least 1 meter – hopefully enforced but I know this can be tricky. I'll be paying very close attention to how this translates into practice. Professional-grade sanitizing services… Good. Individually-wrapped food options…a necessity. Safe dining setup… fingers crossed. Sanitized kitchen and tableware items. Yes!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: The Foodie Frenzy
This is where my stomach starts growling. Restaurants, a la carte in restaurant, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, breakfast [buffet], breakfast in room, breakfast takeaway service, buffet in restaurant, coffee/tea in restaurant, coffee shop, desserts in restaurant, dining, drinking, and snacking, international cuisine in restaurant, poolside bar, room service [24-hour], salad in restaurant, snack bar, and soup in restaurant. Good lord. Where do I even begin? Vegetarian restaurant? Even better! Western cuisine in restaurant? Alright. I will be ordering from everywhere. Breakfast service listed again, and Alternative meal arrangement…this is a big plus. Asian breakfast, bottle of water, essential condiments, happy hour, kids meal…all great The a la carte restaurant, and Poolside bar could make or break my stay. I'm already plotting my food itinerary!
Services and Conveniences: The Perks & the Quirks
Air conditioning in public area is essential. Audio-visual equipment for special events…okay, not my priority, but good for the business travelers. Let's talk about Business facilities, cash withdrawal, concierge, contactless check-in/out, convenience store, currency exchange, daily housekeeping, doorman, dry cleaning, elevator, food delivery, gift/souvenir shop, indoor venue for special events, invoice provided, ironing service, laundry service, luggage storage, meeting/banquet facilities, meetings, meeting stationery, on-site event hosting, outdoor venue for special events, projector/LED display, safety deposit boxes, seminars, shrine, smoking area, terrace, wi-fi for special events, xerox/fax in business center. That's a LOT. Air conditioning in public area is a must, as is the Daily housekeeping. The Concierge…a key player in the hotel experience. Contactless check-in/out is a win for everyone.
For the Kids: Chaos Control
Babysitting service, family/child friendly, kids facilities. I don't have kids, but bless those who do. Kids meal, good for everyone.
Available in All Rooms: The Bare Essentials…and the Little Luxuries
Additional toilet, air conditioning, alarm clock, bathrobes, bathroom phone, bathtub, blackout curtains, carpeting, closet, coffee/tea maker, complimentary tea, daily housekeeping, desk, extra long bed, free bottled water, hair dryer, high floor, in-room safe box, interconnecting room(s) available, internet access – LAN, internet access – wireless, ironing facilities, laptop workspace, linens, mini bar, mirror, non-smoking, on-demand movies, private bathroom, reading light, refrigerator, safety/security feature, satellite/cable channels, scale, seating area, separate shower/bathtub, shower, slippers, smoke detector, socket near the bed, sofa, soundproofing, telephone, toiletries, towels, umbrella, visual alarm, wake-up service, wi-fi [free], window that opens. Okay, lots of good things here. Air conditioning is vital. Bathtub and separate shower? YES. Free bottled water is a must. Coffee/tea maker? I may just move in. Blackout curtains…absolutely. High floor? I like a view. In-room safe box…necessary. Wi-Fi [free]…YASSS!
Getting Around: Transportation Shenanigans
Airport transfer, bicycle parking, car park [free of charge], car park [on-site], car power charging station, taxi service, and valet parking. I'm all about ease. Car park [free of charge]! Valet parking? Airport transfer? I could get used to this.
The Bottom Line (and the Recommendation)
Look, I'm not going to give you some pre-packaged, generic review. I'm going to tell you the truth. It will be dependent on my personal experience. And depending on what I find, I would be very happy to go back.
So, would I recommend you book?
Stay tuned or check back as I will be staying at this facility. For me, it hinges on the experience once I am at the Hotel. The Accessibility, the Spa, the Food. Does it all work together? Watch this space…
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your grandma's travel itinerary. This is MY itinerary for the Believe Madero Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and prepare for a rollercoaster of Argentinian delights (and potential disasters).
Believe Madero: Buenos Aires - The "I'm Totally Winging It But Pretending I Have a Plan" Edition
Day 1: Arrival - Jet Lagged and Judgy, but Optimistic (Maybe?)
- 7:00 AM (ish) - Embarkation: Arrive at Ezeiza International Airport (EZE). Ugh, airports. The absolute worst. Pray to the travel gods my luggage isn't MIA.
- Anecdote: Last time I flew internationally, my suitcase ended up in… well, let's just say not the same continent. Learned a valuable lesson: ALWAYS pack a spare pair of underwear in your carry-on. Trust me.
- 8:30 AM (if the stars align) - Customs & Taxi Tango: Navigate the gloriously chaotic customs line. Smile sweetly, even if the agent looks like they haven't slept since the 80s. Grab a pre-booked taxi (hopefully they don't overcharge).
- Quirky Observation: Buenos Aires already feels like a city of tango dancers and existential dread, which is a vibe.
- 9:30 AM - Check-In Chaos and Room Revelation: Arrive at the Believe Madero. Cross fingers for a decent view (and a working AC). The hotel looks swanky in the pictures, but let's be real, hotels are rarely as good as the online photos.
- Emotional Reaction: Breathe. Deep breaths. Okay, this is happening. I'm actually in Argentina. Holy crap.
- 10:00 AM - Unpacking and Pretending I'm Organized: Attempt to unpack. Fail miserably. Toss everything onto the bed in a heap of "I'll sort this later."
- 11:00 AM - First Bite of Buenos Aires: Find a cafe nearby. Something simple, something… edible. Maybe a medialuna (croissant) and café con leche? Or do I jump straight to empanadas? Decision fatigue already setting in.
- Opinionated Language: If I have to eat another airplane breakfast, I'm going to scream. This needs to be GOOD.
- 12:00 PM - Nap or No Nap? The Ultimate Jet Lag Dilemma: The siren song of the bed is calling. Fight the urge? Or succumb to the sweet, sweet embrace of sleep? Probably nap. Definitely nap.
- Messier Structure: …Okay, so I woke up an hour later. Oops.
Day 2: Exploring La Boca - Color, Chaos, and Questionable Souvenirs
- 9:00 AM - Attempting to Be a Tourist: Wake up (eventually). Find some breakfast in the hotel. Is a hotel buffet ever truly good?
- 10:00 AM - La Boca Bound: Head to La Boca. I've seen the photos – vibrant houses, tango dancers, the works. Prepare for sensory overload.
- Anecdote: I've heard La Boca is tourist central. Hopefully, I don't get scammed into buying a tango lesson from a guy with a cheesy mustache and a questionable dance partner.
- 11:00 AM - La Boca Immersion (The Good, The Bad, and The Tourist Traps): Wander through the colorful streets. Take a million photos. Try (and fail) to look like a cool, sophisticated traveler instead of a wide-eyed tourist.
- Stronger Emotional Reactions: The colors! The energy! It's beautiful, a little overwhelming, and probably slightly overpriced.
- 1:00 PM - Lunch in La Boca – Empanada Extravaganza: Lunch at a local restaurant. Empanadas are mandatory. Do NOT skimp on the chimichurri.
- 2:00 PM - Souvenir Shopping and Bargaining Battles: Browse the souvenir shops. Prepare to haggle. Pretend you know the "real" price of everything, even if you have no idea.
- Occasional Rambles: I'm starting to get the feeling that everything here is a little bit… theatrical. Is it real? Does it matter? Probably not.
- 3:00 PM - "The Tango" - Dancing Like No One's Watching (Even If They Are): Find a tango performance. Get swept up in the romance (or the cheese). Maybe, just maybe, I'll actually try a tango lesson.
- Doubling Down on Experience: Okay, okay, I took that tango lesson. It was… an experience. Let's just say I have two left feet, and the instructor seemed to be fighting the urge to laugh the entire time. But hey, I tried! And I'll never look at the dance the same way again.
Day 3: Palermo Soho - Hipster Heaven (or Hell?)
- 10:00 AM - Sleep In (Finally!): Wake up feeling (somewhat) rested.
- 11:00 AM - Exploring Palermo Soho: Head to Palermo Soho, the supposed hipster paradise. Prepare for boutiques, street art, and people who look effortlessly cool. My inner frumpiness is already dreading the comparison.
- Quirky Observation: Is my outfit "stylish enough" for Palermo Soho? Oh, who am I kidding? Probably not.
- 12:00 PM - Lunch and Cafe Hopping: Find a trendy cafe for lunch. Order something Instagrammable. Pretend I know what I'm doing.
- 1:00 PM - Shopping Spree (Or Window Shopping Shame): Browse the boutiques. Try on clothes that are way out of my budget. Feel slightly inadequate.
- 2:00 PM - The Rose Garden of Buenos Aires Visit the El Rosedal at the Parque Tres de Febrero. Walk amongst the roses. Take a moment to be serene… before the next existential crisis.
- 3:00 PM - Afternoon Tea/Coffee and People Watching: Find a table at an outdoor cafe. Order something caffeinated. People-watch like a pro (or, you know, a slightly awkward observer).
- Emotional Reaction: Wow!
Day 4: Day Trip to Tigre and Farewell Dinner
- 9:00 AM - Day Trip to Tigre: Take a train to Tigre, the delta town. This should be a refreshing change of pace.
- 10:00 AM - Tigre River Tour: Enjoy a boat tour and enjoy the nature.
- 12:00 PM - Lunchtime in Tigre Indulge in local cuisine.
- 1:00 PM - Souvenir Shopping Buy some souvenirs to close the visit.
- 6:00 PM - Farewell Dinner: A final unforgettable culinary experience at one of Buenos Aires’ top restaurants. It's a perfect way to sum up this amazing trip to Argentina. Toast to new adventures and unforgettable memories!
Day 5: Departure - Adios, Argentina!
- 9:00 AM - Last Breakfast: Savor my last medialuna.
- 10:00 AM - Check Out & Airport Bound: Check out of the Believe Madero.
- 11:00 AM - Airport Stress Prepare for the inevitable airport mayhem.
- 1:00 PM - Long flight Enjoy the flight and rest to recover.
Disclaimer: This itinerary is a guideline. Expect things to go wrong. Embrace the chaos. And most importantly, remember to laugh. Argentina is messy, beautiful, and unforgettable. Just like me, apparently. Now, wish me luck, I'm going to need it.
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So, like, what even *is* this FAQ thing? Seriously, I'm lost.
Ugh, good question. Even *I* don't always know. Basically, it's supposed to be a collection of frequently asked questions. But let's be real, it's probably just a bunch of my half-formed thoughts, presented in a vaguely Q&A format. Think of it as my brain barfing up some (mostly) coherent concepts because… well, why not? If you're looking for a textbook, you've come to the wrong place. If you're looking for a fellow human struggling to make sense of things, welcome aboard!
Can you, like, *actually* answer questions? Or are you just, like, *saying* you'll answer questions?
Okay, tough love time. I *can* answer questions, but with a MASSIVE caveat: I'm not a psychic, and I definitely have a *very* subjective view of reality. So, yeah, I'll *try* to answer your questions, but expect a side of "maybe," a sprinkle of "probably not," and a generous helping of "it depends on how much coffee I've had."
What's the deal with all this "stream-of-consciousness" talk? Isn't that, like, a fancy way of saying "I'm making this up as I go along"?
Bingo. You get a gold star! Okay, maybe a virtual gold star, because, you know, I'm broke. But yeah, that's pretty much the gist. Stream-of-consciousness is just my way of being honest. My brain isn't all neat little compartments. Ideas bounce around like ping-pong balls. I’ll start with one thing, and then… BOOM!…a completely unrelated thought pops into my head, and off we go on a tangent. It's messy, it's imperfect, but it's *me*. Embrace the chaos! Or, you know, scroll past it. I'm not your boss.
Okay, okay, I'm (more or less) on board. But what topics are we even talking about here?
Well, that’s the fun part! Basically, *anything*. Life, the universe, and everything, as the wise old saying goes. We could be talking about existential dread one minute and the best type of cheese the next. Honestly, it's a crapshoot. But if you're looking for some kind of structure or a specific answer, please, I'm begging you, step away. This is more about… living out loud, I guess?
How do you deal with failure? Because let's face it, we all fail.
Oh, failure. My old friend. We've got a history, me and failure. And honestly, it’s a love-hate relationship. Sometimes, I wallow. I put on a sad song and contemplate my life choices. I’ll eat an entire tub of ice cream and question why I haven't achieved all my goals. Other times, I try to laugh it off. I tell myself, "Hey, you learned a thing or two, right?" This morning, though, I went to present a concept for a project to my team. I got all geared up, thought I had everything figured out. But then, someone asked a question I hadn't anticipated, and boom! I was suddenly floundering like a fish out of water. I stumbled over my words, and I could feel my face burning with embarrassment. After the meeting ended, I went to the bathroom and cried. Legit. It was a rough morning - even if after the fact I could laugh because I hadn't even realized a part of my idea was *that* flawed, but wow. That hurt. The thing is, it’s a process. You pick yourself up (eventually), learn from the experience, and try again. Or you get back up and try to find a way to laugh about it. That's my goal, to learn to laugh about failing so i do not get as anxious about trying things I'm scared of.
What if I disagree with something you say?
Please, disagree! I actually kind of *hope* you disagree. It means you’re thinking, which is a good thing. This isn't some kind of definitive guide; it's just one person's jumbled perspective. If something I say rubs you the wrong way, call me out! Challenge it! Debate it! Maybe even offer your own perspective. That's the whole point. It's a conversation, not a lecture.
You seem… opinionated. Is that a fair assessment?
Fair? I'd say it's *generous*! I'm opinionated, judgmental, and occasionally prone to rambling. I definitely *have* opinions, and I'm not shy about sharing them. Mostly because I'm fairly introverted and this sort of thing is as close to interaction as I get without needing to put on real trousers. But don't mistake my strong opinions for dogmatic rigidity. I'm always open to learning, changing my mind, and being proved wrong. In fact, I thrive on it. It's how I grow!
So, what's the hardest thing about... everything?
Ugh, this is a bleak one. It's gotta be… the *uncertainty*. Whether it’s: what am I doing with my life? Am I making the right choices? Will I ever get that promotion? Will I ever be comfortable in a social situation? Knowing that basically anything can happen at any time? That's the hardest. It keeps me up at night. It’s a constant battle against the ever-present feeling that I'm just… winging it. The key, I think, is to accept the uncertainty, to be okay with not knowing everything. To stop wanting control of the entire universe, and just focus on what you have control of. Which, if you’re being honest, is probably very little. At least that’s my coping mechanism.
What about the good stuff? What makes you happy?
Oh, the good stuff! That's easier. Coffee, first and foremost. A good book. Cuddling with my cat (who, by the way, judges all humans in equal measure, but has inexplicably decided I'm okay). A sunset, aBook a Stay
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