The Alvear Palace is the grande dame of Buenos Aires hotels, a magnificent Belle Epoque landmark in the elegant Recoleta district that has epitomised luxury since 1932. Its opulent, French-inspired rooms and suites, celebrated restaurants, spa and famous afternoon tea evoke the golden age of the city, when Buenos Aires was called the Paris of South America. Combining old-world glamour, impeccable service and a prime location amid the boutiques and cafes of Recoleta, it remains the most prestigious and storied place to stay in the Argentine capital.