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[title]Buenos Aires has a special kind of magic and, at times, gives you the feeling of being in Paris without ever leaving Recoleta. The opening of Mansión Mihura is the perfect reminder of that.
We went to discover this new chapter of Recoleta Grand Hotel and can confidently say that crossing the threshold of this 1922 residence feels like stepping into another frequency altogether.
Designed by architect Eduardo Lanús, this former mansion owned by Francisco Mihura — now beautifully restored — is a statement about how to experience the city today. It proposes a new way of inhabiting heritage, blending art, music, gastronomy, and social life into a contemporary experience.
A Map of Four Different Sensations
The best part about Mansión Mihura is that you don’t need to be staying at the hotel to walk through its doors: all four spaces are open to anyone looking for a refuge from the chaos of Buenos Aires. Moving through the mansion feels like wandering through a series of atmospheres where contemporary design embraces the original 1922 moldings without hesitation.
The Atrium is a bright, leafy corner where sunlight takes center stage. Ideal for relaxed all-day dining. The kind of place where you stop in for breakfast and, before you know it, stay for lunch.
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At The Dining Room, things get serious. The elegance of the petit hôtel extends onto the plate through executive chef Maximiliano Matsumoto, who trained under Germán Martitegui and has experience in kitchens across Luxembourg, Spain, England, Uruguay, Chile, and Brazil.
The Parlor is an intimate space designed for quiet conversation. Its standout concept? A “liquid playlist,” where the music and whatever is in your glass seem perfectly in sync.
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As the sun goes down, the energy shifts toward cocktails and nightlife. At The Serpent Club, the spotlight is on Guillermina Usqueda, the mansion’s head bartender, who ensures the drinks carry the same sophistication as the surroundings, but with the fresh edge the night demands.
With this opening, Recoleta Grand has fully polished its most precious jewel. The design by New York-based studio EDG makes luxury feel warm and tangible rather than cold or distant. Mansión Mihura joins the Recoleta scene with a proposal that combines heritage, gastronomy, and cocktail culture without getting trapped in nostalgia. A place that proves the classics can still find new ways to stay alive in Buenos Aires.
