This was my first trip outside of the US and I was a bit nervous, to say the least, when trying to book an airbnb in Buenos Aires. One of my friends recommended that I stay in the Palermo area, and that is when I came across Emanuel and Santiago's listing.
First off, the pictures and details of the apartment on the Airbnb website are spot on. There were no surprises and that made me feel so much better after a very long flight from Austin, TX.. Check-in was so easy too.
The building and amenities are so nice and modern. When you search around for similar listings in the area this one is top notch when compared to some of the older buildings in the area. The grounds are very secure and there is even a 24 hour guard that has to buzz you in to get through the gate. The rooftop has spectacular views and also has plenty of space to share with other residents and guests.
The location is amazing as well. Soooo many local restaurants within walking distance and if I needed to travel to Ricoleta or puerto maduro, it was no problem to get to a bus stop or sub station. There is also an awesome local grocery store right across the street from the building and that came in handy when Delta airlines decided to leave my bag back in the US.
Finally, I can't give enough praise to the individuals providing this place. I dealt with Emanuel during my stay so this is mostly a reflection of his hospitality. Being my first time outside the US, plus my first time in Buenos Aires, he went above and beyond to make sure I knew the right places to go to ensure I had an amazing experience. For instance, he directed me to the closest mall where I had to get some clothes to hold me over until my bag arrived. He informed me on how to use the sub station which was such an easy way to get around town. Recommended excellent steak houses to visit. Even went the extra mile to offer me some of his own clothes so I wouldn't have to buy new ones. Though I didn't accept his generous offer (Delta will be paying for my new clothes), it was the thought that counts.
I highly recommend to anyone visiting Buenos Aires to choose this listing because you will get so much more than just a place to stay.