MEXICO CITY HOTEL GUIDE

Mexico City Hotels

From lush gems in Condesa and Roma to unmissable classics in Centro Histórico and house-turned-hotels by celebrity chefs and architects, we rounded up the best places to stay in CDMX

Downtown hotel, nested in Mexico City’s historical center
Downtown hotel, nested in Mexico City’s historical center

Mexico City has an evolving home-grown hospitality ecosystem, focusing on concepts that bring various aspects of Mexican culture to the forefront. Bespoke hotels housed in historic buildings, authentic craftsmanship from local artisans, lush greenery, and an exciting food scene: these hotels offer the best blend of tradition and contemporary flair. We pinned them all on a user-friendly CDMX map you can download directly to your devices (along with dozens of restaurants, bars, shops, and much more!)

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CONDESA DF

The lush courtyard at Condesa DF
The lush courtyard at Condesa DF
One of the 40 timelessly decorated rooms
One of the 40 timelessly decorated rooms

In the heart of Condesa, one of the best neighborhoods in Mexico City, Condesa DF is a trendy yet timeless spot. The 1928 neo-classical heritage building was refurbished by designer India Mahdavi for Grupo Habita with the intention to introduce the feel of Europe to Mexicans and the sense of Mexico to foreigners, keeping in mind the comings and goings of the neighborhood. From the welcoming staff to the lush entrance, Condesa DF is a fresh reflection of Mexican hospitality and heritage. Family-friendly and filled with amenities to unwind (think therme, hammam, sun beds, and massages), but also being quite the social scene with its two restaurants and bar, we can say Condesa DF has it all.

Check out Li Saumet’s review of Condesa DF on A Hotel Life

Condesa DF
Av. Veracruz 102, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $265
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LA VALISE

La Luna suite, takes its name from the moon-like revolving door
La Luna suite, takes its name from the moon-like revolving door
La Valise elegant 1920’s French-style façade
La Valise elegant 1920’s French-style façade

A home away from home adorned with Mexican antiques and one-of-a-kind artifacts and objects, La Valise is an elegant 1920’s French-style townhouse that is a hub of Mexico City’s artsy social scene (we hear artist James Turrel likes to stay here when visiting CDMX…) — and a favorite after-party watering hole. With only three rooms, it is quite like staying at your own house, and you can even organize a meal delivered by the nearby restaurant, like the celebrated Rosetta.

Check out Pandora Graessl’s review of Downtown on A Hotel Life

La Valise
Tonalá 53, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $380
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IGNACIA GUEST HOUSE

One of eight bedrooms...
One of eight bedrooms...
Ignacia guest house is infused with the rich history of the property’s past
Ignacia guest house is infused with the rich history of the property’s past

A century-old, newly rebuilt estate house gets its name from Ignacia, who once was its housekeeper for 70 years! The guest house cleverly juxtaposes Mexican artisan tradition with contemporary design orchestrated by architecture firm Factor Eficiencia, who wanted to reflect the personality and history of Ignacia, from the chromatic color palette to the gardens inspired by the forests of Guerrero — her home state. The result is a modern oasis infused with the rich history of the property’s past. Ignacia Guest House went through a further renovation in 2022, adding four more rooms. Keeping the essence intact, the eight-bedroom property, with each room having its own balcony, also now features common outdoor space with a fireplace and a jacuzzi framed by treetops. 

Check out Igor Garcia Ramirez Peralta’s review of Downtown on A Hotel Life

Ignacia Guest House
Jalapa 208, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $220
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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MEXICO CITY

5.Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
Four Seasons is most known for its verdant courtyard
Four Seasons is most known for its verdant courtyard

A classic fixture in the city, right on the grand boulevard of Paseo de la Reforma in Colonia Juarez, the Four Seasons is most known for its verdant courtyard. With sleek rooms in a rich, indulgent color palette, and dining options aplenty, the hotel is filled with both seasoned travelers and quick business stopovers. From arched windows reminiscent of Mexico’s architecture to vibrantly patterned tiles evoking the Pacific, it is all about luxurious details. Coming alive every Art Week with exciting events, this year, A Hotel Life, Vuelta Sur, and Zona Maco will co-host a breakfast to introduce ABC Art Baja California, debuting in spring 2023.

Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
Paseo de la Reforma #500, Colonia Juarez, Mexico City, 06600, Mexico
Rates from $660
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CASA TEO

Initially conceptualized as a simple, two-bedroom guest house to host chef Enrique Olvera's culinary friends. Now Casa Teo is open to the public
Initially conceptualized as a simple, two-bedroom guest house to host chef Enrique Olvera's culinary friends. Now Casa Teo is open to the public

Celebrated Mexican chef Enrique Olvera, the magician behind Pujol, wears more than just his white hat. Casa Teo was initially conceptualized as a simple, two-bedroom guest house to host his culinary friends. Now open to the public, the intimate dwelling features a communal kitchen and table, an expansive art collection, and a library dedicated to books on food. Located in the cosmopolitan neighborhood of Polanco, a stay at Casa Teo also comes with perks that allow exclusive access to Mexico’s gastronomical delights. 

Casa Teo
Francisco Petrarca 254 Col. Polanco, Mexico City, 11560, Mexico
Rates from $495
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CIRCULO MEXICANO

7.Circulo Mexicano-2
Circulo Mexicano, brings a selection of Mexico’s leading figures to the heart of Centro Histórico
Circulo Mexicano, brings a selection of Mexico’s leading figures to the heart of Centro Histórico

The newest addition to the Grupo Habita family in Mexico City, Circulo Mexicano, brings a selection of Mexico’s leading figures from food, fashion, and design to the heart of Centro Histórico, offering guests a curated glimpse into contemporary Mexican culture. Hosting a market on the ground floor of the renovated 19th-century residential building, it features 25 guest rooms, a pop-up culinary experience, and a rooftop terrace. 

Check out Albie Alexander’s review of Circulo Mexicano on A Hotel Life

Circulo Mexicano
República de Guatemala #20, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $180
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CASA 9

With just four bedrooms...
With just four bedrooms...
Casa 9 sits in an old Mexican Casona dating back to 1910
Casa 9 sits in an old Mexican Casona dating back to 1910

Calling itself a “luxury petit hotel,” Casa 9 stays true to its name with just four bedrooms. Located in Condesa, the hotel is as intimate as they come while being playful and experimental in its design and service. Casa 9 sits in an old Mexican Casona dating back to 1910 and was redesigned by Rafael Rivera and Javier Claveri of Habitación 116 to be an elegant yet cozy destination.

Casa 9
Cuernavaca 9, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06140 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $360
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DOWNTOWN

Downtown hotel, nested in Mexico City’s historical center
Downtown hotel, nested in Mexico City’s historical center
The unique Colonial Queen room utilize original antique construction materials
The unique Colonial Queen room utilize original antique construction materials

Nested in Mexico City’s historical center, the Downtown hotel is entrenched in history. The building is fashioned in the Mexican vice-regal style — think red volcanic rock walls, ornate façade, and stone-forged staircase. But, above all, what makes this property a must-added stop on your itinerary are the monumental fresco “the holocaust” by the muralist Manuel Rodriguez Lozano and the hotel’s restaurant Azul Histórico

Check out Victoria Alexander’s review of Downtown on A Hotel Life

Downtown
Isabel La Católica 30, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $178
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OCTAVIA CASA

10.Octavia Casa-2-new
With seven rooms, Octavia Casa gives the feeling of living in your own home
With seven rooms, Octavia Casa gives the feeling of living in your own home

Designed by Roberta Maceda, the talent behind the eponymous clothing brand Octavia, the hotel was dreamt to be personalized. With seven rooms, including two studios and a large apartment-style room, Octavia Casa gives the feeling of living in your own home in Condesa. Though the hotel does not have an in-house restaurant, breakfast is served daily by a local bakery. With dedicated staff ensuring all your needs are taken care of, Octavia Casa is ideal if you want to explore the city and return to a serene, simple but luxurious hotel room. 

Octavia Casa
Avenida Amatlan 126, Mexico City, 06170, Mexico
Rates from $162
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CASA PANI

One of six comfortable rooms
One of six comfortable rooms
Originally built in the 1960s, Casa Pani blends the old with the new
Originally built in the 1960s, Casa Pani blends the old with the new

Originally built in the 1960s as the private residence of renowned modernist architect Mario Pani, Casa Pani is a six-bedroom hotel. Located in Cuauhtémoc, close to museums and parks, the house-turned-hotel is a relaxing retreat offering dining and a pool. Revamped, keeping the house’s original essence and materials, Casa Pani blends the old with the new with the addition of an annex. Perfect for a stay away from the bustle of the city, you’ll get peace and quiet while feeling authentically in Mexico City.

Casa Pani
Río Poo 14, Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, 06500, Mexico
Rates from $200
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CASA NUEVO LEÓN

Casa Nuevo León you get the convenience of being where the buzz is
Casa Nuevo León you get the convenience of being where the buzz is

A true hidden gem nestled in the heart of Condesa, at Casa Nuevo León, you get the convenience of being where the buzz is while getting a very intimate hospitality experience. The warm and cozy rooms are available as single, double, junior suites, and, the star of the house, the corner suite. Minimally designed, there is lots of light and air for a dreamy, breezy stay.

Casa Nuevo León
Av Nuevo León 120, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $141
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NIMA LOCAL HOUSE HOTEL

Abundant greenery and French architectural influences at Nima Local House Hotel
Abundant greenery and French architectural influences at Nima Local House Hotel
One of the four bedrooms
One of the four bedrooms

Sporting the classic colors of Mexico City-chic — white against lush greenery, Nima Local House Hotel is the epitome of a truly personalized stay. It has just four simple but intentionally decorated rooms. From an expertly curated list of experiences, whether for a romantic dinner or a spa session, to Nima Music Nights on the terrace on Thursdays, this hotel is big on cultural infusion. The hotel also has an online boutique, Nima Local Shop, selling home goods from Mexican artists and artisans.

Nima Local House Hotel
Colima 236, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Rates from $470
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