Polo Dreams at Puesto Viejo – My Two-Night Escape in Buenos Aires
- Kati
- Nov 25, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 26, 2025
Written by Kati, visited February 2025
"From the moment I arrived at Puesto Viejo, I felt like I had stepped into an equestrian dream just outside Buenos Aires. I only stayed two nights (15–17 Feb 2025), but wow—what a ride."
The Vibe
Set on a lush 220-hectare estate, Puesto Viejo is part hotel, part polo club, part garden oasis, and all charm. It’s only 30–40 minutes from the international airport, which makes it a no-brainer add-on before or after trail rides or estancia stays in Argentina.
The estate is the brainchild of British ex-banker Jeremy Baker, who left behind his London life (and Goldman Sachs) to chase love, horses, and wide-open skies in Argentina with his lovely wife Liliana. Together, they’ve turned what was once a gaucho’s farmhouse into a full-blown polo haven:
7 polo fields
Over 150 horses
A polo school, stables, hotel, events space
Even land plots for polo-addicted holiday homeowners!
There’s also a separate glamping area (cool for groups), but it’s a different experience and not really relevant for riding guests.
The People
Jeremy was around while I stayed, warm and chatty, joining us for lunch after matches. I also met the very stylish and creative Lilliana, she’s designing her own shop near the hotel selling Argentinian wear, polo gear, and leather goods. Can’t wait to go back when it’s open!
Running the show is Maria, the hotel and guest operations manager. I only had a short chat with her since she was off for the weekend (well-earned!), but I instantly liked her vibe—super friendly, knowledgeable, and horsey. She even took me on a ride around the estate to show me the lay of the land.
Guillermo, the main coach, is always busy but somehow always present. He checked in every day with my lesson times, drove me to the field in his pickup, and still found time to join for lunch chats. It’s people like him that make riding holidays unforgettable.
The Polo
Puesto Viejo runs three types of polo offerings:
Members Polo Club – pro players, tournaments, and livery horses (you can watch but not join unless you’re a member).
Polo Holidays – all-inclusive, full-on polo immersion. Two lessons or a lesson + game each day.
Polo Day – two lessons, lunch, pool time, and transfers from Buenos Aires.
My experience was in the Polo Holiday programme, and let me tell you—it was amazing. I was lucky enough to be coached by Guillermo, who is as calm and kind as he is technically brilliant. I’m a total polo newbie, but with his coaching (literally telling me to just turn my knee a bit), I was suddenly hitting balls like a boss and even cantering confidently across the field by Day 2.
The Vibe On and Off the Field
Even though I was the only beginner, I felt so welcome. I had one-on-one lessons, but off the field we were all one big polo family—laughing, sharing stories, and bonding over wine and asado lunches. Advanced players, beginners, everyone sat together, which made for super fun and inspiring mealtime banter.
Pro tip? Bring a friend or two at your level and turn it into your own polo posse—it would be even more fun playing friendly chuckers together!
A Typical Day Looked Like:
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – Yoga (twice a week)
11:00 AM – Polo Lesson
1:00 PM – Long, leisurely lunch
2:00–4:00 PM – Free time (I chose pool + nap)
5:00 PM – Friendly chuckers or second lesson
6:30 PM – Pop-up bar drinks (weekends)
8:30 PM – Dinner with the crew
The package includes airport transfers, full board, yoga, and even a complimentary massage.
For Non-Polo Guests
There’s also yoga, swimming, cycling, a garden maze, and shopping trips to town for non-riders or partners who just want to chill.
The Stay
The hotel itself is a converted old farmhouse—charming, peaceful, green. Every room is named after one of Jeremy’s favourite horses and decorated by Liliana in a country-chic Argentinian style. Think twin or double ensuite rooms with views over gardens buzzing with hummingbirds.
Meals are generous and hearty:
Breakfasts = eggs, toast, pastries, yogurt, juice
Lunch = traditional Argentinian asado
Dinner = 3-course, meat-focused (but options for all diets)
Not haute cuisine, but more than satisfying, especially after a day in the saddle.
Final Thoughts
Would I go back? Heck yes. I see how people get addicted to polo. While I’m not rushing to join a club back home (hello, budget?), learning a new riding discipline while travelling is so up my alley. And Puesto Viejo? It’s got the horses, the people, the vibe—and most importantly, the heart.
Perfect as a few-day add-on to an Argentina riding holiday, or a longer stay if you’re serious about polo.
Want help planning your own riding escape to Argentina? Just get in touch with us at Zara’s Planet as we’d love to help plan one for you. Email: info@zarasplanet.com
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