While Palermo’s Soho and Hollywood are on the hit list for many visiting Buenos Aires, Palermo Botánico should also be on the radar. And, thanks to the latest addition to this smart part of town, there’s now good reason to make it your base.

Located on a prominent corner in the thick of art galleries and boutiques, contemporary design meets nature at the 80-room CasaSur Bellini Hotel, which opened in June and features a spa, swimming-pool, top-of-the-range fitness centre and Indian/Italian fusion restaurant.

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