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La Bamba de Areco
- Where:
- Why:Warm Argentinian summer to welcome in a New Year
- When:Early January
- Who:Me and my husband, Joe
"A historic estancia, deeply rooted in tradition and equestrian heritage"
AT A GLANCE: A two hours drive from Buenos Aires brings you to the heart of the pampas and gaucho culture as you arrive at La Bamba de Areco — one of the oldest ranches in Argentina. The estancia-turned-hotel serves a slice of authentic heritage living in 11 comfortably decorated rooms. A family-friendly place with horses wandering around, a polo match on in one of the fields, and traditional Argentinian cooking on the plate, La Bamba urges you to step back in time. Swipe the images below to discover.
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The main house of La Bamba de Areco
The rooms are so cozy and incredibly well designed
The beautiful swimming pool
I couldn't help a moment with the beautiful red hue
In high season, the stables are full of horses resting before their polo matches
Lazy days by the pool
We enjoyed our evening G&Ts in their beautiful living room
Afternoon walk
Horses roam the property
Each corner is more beautiful than the next
The oldest building on the grounds where a grand breakfast of fresh fruits and lots of coffee is served
Catch a practice session or a game at one of the two polo fields on the property
Highs & Lows
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The lunchtime asado. Pile your plate up high with grilled meats of various sorts, and plenty of grilled and very fresh veggies, all chased down with delicious Argentinian red wine, of course
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Cool dips in the exceptional pool
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The celebration of Argentinian culture and heritage
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The warm hospitality and exceptional service
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Cool and airy bedrooms, large beds, and crisp Egyptian cotton sheets
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Spotty cell service with WiFi only located in two buildings on the grounds. But what a treat to shut off from the rest of the world for a couple of days
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We had a bathtub in our room, but no shower for quick rinses
Important Bits
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Type
Rural Retreat
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Vibe
Quietly classic and luxuriously comfortable, infused with traditional gaucho spirit
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Location
Rural, secluded, and blissfully off the grid
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Rooms
11 rooms and suites. Each room is unique and designed with dark wood floors, French-style black and white tiled bathrooms, four poster beds, and antique decorative arts
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Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience
The pre-booking process was seamless and smooth. Checking into the hotel was one of the most special memories — we were met by a traditional gaucho on horseback, who led us down a long, tree-lined path to the hotel
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Future Forward
Focused on Argentinian history and heritage of the land
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Music
Just the sound of birds outside your window
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Year Opened
2009
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Designed By
La Bamba is one of the oldest Argentinian colonial-style estancias, whose origins date back to 1830
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Health & Wellness
A glorious pool. Hot stone massages are available upon request
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Food
More food than you can imagine! From starting the day in the property's oldest building, La Pulperia, for breakfast, to lunch — for which a bell is rung to alert you! — high tea and a seated dinner, all meals focus on fresh produce and traditional cooking. Bonus: there's plenty of red wine to accompany it all!
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Bar, Events & Nightlife
There is a cozy bar room with a billiards table
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Minibar & Retail
The staff makes anything available to you at any time. There is a lovely boutique that sources beautifully handmade leather, silver, and woven goods from San Antonia de Areco, one of the oldest towns in Argentina
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Accessibility
Yes, everything is located on the ground level
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Pet Friendly
No pets except for their communal Golden Retriever, Samba, who is always happy to join a walk. There are also plenty of horses and cows grazing in the adjacent fields
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Children
Yes, over the age of 12
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Price
$$$
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La Bamba de Areco
La Bamba De Areco, Ruta Provincial 31, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
Polo match
Estancia La Bamba De Areco - Relais & Chateaux -, B2760 San Antonio de Areco, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
San Antonio de Areco
San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
Horseback riding
La Bamba De Areco, Ruta Provincial 31, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
In the Area
Hotel Location La Bamba De Areco, Ruta Provincial 31, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
About a two hours drive north of bustling Buenos Aires. You'll be met by a gaucho on horseback, who will guide you down a path lined with century-old plane trees to a host of staff that make you feel as if you're intimately arriving at an old friend's home.
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