Eden Hotel, Colonial hotel in La Falda, Argentina
The Eden Hotel rises over several floors with stone walls, timber beams, and large windows facing the Córdoba mountains. The rooms spread along narrow corridors, while the main hall with its tall fireplace forms the central reception area.
German army officer Roberto Bahlcke built the property in 1897 as an exclusive retreat for wealthy travelers from the capital. The Argentine government seized the estate in 1945 and it closed its doors permanently in 1965.
The hotel name refers to the biblical paradise and promised guests from Buenos Aires a peaceful refuge in the mountains. The hall with its heavy furniture and billiard table recalls the habits of a refined society that played bridge here and gathered for tea.
Visitors explore the property only through guided tours in Spanish that lead through the main halls and upper floors. The paths run over uneven floors and steep stairs, so sturdy footwear is advisable.
The seizure occurred because of the owners' connections to Nazi Germany during World War II. Albert Einstein and conductor Arturo Toscanini were among the notable figures who stayed here.
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