I am a seasoned traveler and use Airbnb regularly. I would rate Felipe's magical loft in Palermo as the best Airbnb experience I have had to date.
All aspects of his place are meticulous and thoughtful. He made it feel like my home and was available to help with any questions or needs. In fact, on my last day, he helped me get a taxi to the airport and made sure that I made it off safe and sound.
The level of care is outstanding.
The loft itself is impeccably built. Felipe shared that he had built it with his brother just prior to the pandemic.
It's beautiful, chic, and stylish with a great kitchen (includes microwave, toaster over, stove, fridge, and lots of counter-space). The bathroom is enormous by Argentinian standards and European. The attention to detail is astounding, with gorgeous design elements.
I would kill for something even remotely close to this in Los Angeles where I live.
In addition, there are plenty of thoughtful gestures: including a bag of fresh pastries, left for me to find after he welcomed me in; an adaptor for my phone, a couple cold beers in the fridge, and the list goes on.
Everything feels welcoming in this place.
The loft is located in Palermo, a happening, trendy area that bustles at night. Felipe has soundproofed the window shutters which blocks out much of the neighboring noise. Considering the area, it's surprising that more noise doesn't come in. Any that does can be easily ignored by putting on the AC.
It's easy to reach other parts of the city by bus, only a few blocks away. Plaza Serrano is right around the corner, and the market on the weekends is fun to walk to for browsing.
Buenos Aires, in general, is quite walkable and it's not difficult to simply hoof it from Felipe's to other areas in Palermo. There are ample stores for groceries, an overload of bars, and restaurants, and plenty to gawk at, from street art to gorgeous window dressings.
I will be returning for an extended visit and will stay here again.
To anyone visiting Buenos Aires, you must stay at Felipe's in Palermo.