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Our Top Picks Where to Stay in Mexico City
For those in a hurry, I collected a “quick list” of the best places to stay in Mexico City:
For first-time visitors:
Most guests praise the beautifully restored rooms, each one unique and full of character, as well as the attentive service and prime Roma Norte location.
Why we like it:
- Dining: Free breakfast
- WiFi: Free WiFi
- Service: 24-hour front desk
- Transport: Airport transportation
- Rooms: Suites available
Guests praise the stylish interiors, rooftop terrace, and walkable access to Condesa’s best restaurants and bars.
Why we like it:
- Style: Boutique hotel in Condesa
- Entertainment: Rooftop bar & movie theatre
- Dining: 2 restaurants on-site
- WiFi: Free WiFi
- Transport: Airport shuttle
The walkable Roma Norte location, attentive staff, and rooftop terrace round out what travelers describe as one of CDMX's best small luxury stays.
Why we like it:
- Character: Belle Époque mansion from the early 1900s
- Style: Boutique hotel
- Dining: Free breakfast
- WiFi: Free WiFi
- Views: Rooftop terrace
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For a luxury stay:
I've found most travelers on Reddit highlight the smooth check-in experience, comfortable rooms with strong city views, and the walkable location.
Why we like it:
- Wellness: Rooftop swimming pool & Spa
- Dining: 3 restaurants on-site
- WiFi: Free WiFi
- Family-friendly: Rated 9.5 by families travelling with kids
The Polanco location next to Chapultepec Park, spacious rooms, and the Regency Club lounge on the 40th floor get the most consistent praise.
Why we like it:
- Location: Next to Chapultepec Park in Polanco
- Wellness: Indoor swimming pool
- Dining: 4 restaurants including Teppanyaki & Japanese with Zen garden
- WiFi: Free WiFi
Travelers on Reddit recommend requesting a room facing the Zócalo, with several calling the view one of the best in the city.
Why we like it:
- Location: 5-star on the Zócalo Square
- Character: Historic architecture
- Dining: Gourmet restaurant with views of the plaza & National Palace
- Family-friendly: Families rate it 9.7
For budget conscious travelers:
A spacious apartment-style stay in the heart of Roma Norte, with a full kitchen, patio, and terrace. Guests most often praise the location near Panadería Rosetta and Plaza Río de Janeiro.
Why we like it:
- Privacy: The entire place is yours
- Family-friendly: Suitable for families
- WiFi: Free WiFi
- Space: 120 m²
The intimate boutique feel, warm staff, and well-stocked complimentary minibar come up across nearly every review.
Why we like it:
- WiFi: Free WiFi
- Transport: Airport shuttle
- Parking: Free parking
- Dining: Restaurant, bar & room service
Guests consistently praise the attentive staff, 24-hour complimentary Café Central, walkable Centro Histórico location near the Zócalo, and included breakfast, with many calling it the best hotel service they’ve experienced.
Why we like it:
- Character: Colonial-style architecture
- Location: 5-minute walk to Palacio de Iturbide & Torre Latino
- Dining: Free breakfast & coffee shop
- Parking: Free parking
- WiFi: Free WiFi
For a more in depth list of top accommodation picks and details why I choose each of them – see our Best Places to Stay in Mexico City article
Before you travel – safety guide and tips
I’ve collected a list of the best resources on our site that will get you up to date and caught up on the relevant tips and tricks, even before you arrive in Mexico City
