Mexico City is dizzy with strong colours and strong flavours. Mexico's colour and colourful culture can be seen on the streets, in the restaurants and in most of our recommendations for the best places to stay in Mexico City. Even the hotels opt for bright colours here!
If you feel lightheaded on arrival it's probably to do with the unexpectedly high altitude. You can quickly sort this out with a few nips of tequila in one of the stately old cantinas just off the Zócalo, Mexico City's main square.
About an hour's drive from Mexico City is Teotihuacán, one of the great ancient sites of the Americas: a whole ruined city once home to between 60,000 and 80,000 inhabitants. Definitely a local highlight.
If you have time and love silver jewellery, Taxco is worth considering for a day trip - it's where a lot of the colonial silver came from. Taxco is also supposed to be one of Mexico's prettiest towns.
The Hotel Guru's recommendations for the best places to stay in Mexico City range from boutique properties and bohemian boltholes to top notch luxury and sleek design hotels.
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This new hospitality concept blends Mexican and Japanese design in a boutique hotel neighbouring Mexico City's Little Tokyo. Minimalist suites, inspired by Japanese lifestyle and local materials, have tatami mats on terrazzo stone and sliding walls. Relax in the rooftop hot tub; a chic, fusion stay.
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A hip B&B hitting the mark on style, sustainability and location. A grand building, lovingly renovated, mixing antiques and contemporary pieces. Stunning rooms feature four-posters and luxurious bathrooms. The owners have created a laid-back vibe popular with families, artists and lovers alike.
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A grand five-star hotel set in an impressive Art Noveau building overlooking the Zócalo. The impressive double-height lobby opens onto a Tiffany glass-stained ceiling. While rooms are more discreet, the best have enormous windows with epic city views. A landmark hotel with an unbeatable location.
Mexico City (Colonia Roma Norte)
A beautifully converted mansion located in the hip district of La Condesa. Light and airy rooms feature sash windows, wooden floors and luxurious bathrooms (the best have marble bathtubs). An exemplary Mexican restaurant sits in the pretty central courtyard. The perfect base for city exploration.
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A hip boutique stay occupying a quiet spot in the heart of Mexico City. Beautifully styled rooms feature free-standing baths surrounded by greenery, hardwood floors and epic city views. Local breakfasts are a real highlight as is time spent slumped in a hammock on the pretty terrace.
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A boutique property situated in a colonial 17th-century former palace. Seventeen suites are beautifully designed with natural hues, light pine furniture and impressive high ceilings. A chic rooftop bar and swimming pool are the 'piece de la resistance'. Well located in the historic centre. Fabulous.
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A boutique design hotel set in a historic townhouse right on El Zócalo Plaza. While the location is unbeatable, so too is the design that merges modern minimalism with traditional artefacts and textiles. Complete with a trendy rooftop pool, bar, and restaurant — this is a very hip stay.
Mexico City (Condesa)
A contemporary hotel in Mexico City's trendy La Condesa neighbourhood. A collection of sleek suites comprising of kitchenettes, all the mod-cons and plenty of contemporary style. Proximity to the city's major attractions, restaurants and bars makes this a winning choice.
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A stylish concept hotel set within the Mumedi Design Museum right in the heart of the city. Six suites are all individually designed and blend the building's original features with well-crafted modern touches. Complete with a contemporary Mexican restaurant, this is a destination in its own right.
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A small luxury hotel located in the vibrant La Roma district. Stylish rooms have soft hues and parquet floors while suites boast clawfoot tubs and balconies. Despite its compact size the property boasts a fine dining restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and a spa. A grown-up stay well suited to couples.
Mexico City ( Polanco III Secc)
A cool and collected design orientated boutique hotel in the trendy Polanco. The plush rooms are contemporary and stylish with the occasional nod to mother nature from wall murals and artworks. The complimentary Mexican breakfast is fantastic and the communal spaces are peaceful and refined.
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A grand 19th-century hacienda turned boutique hotel offering a tranquil city hideaway. Light and airy suites are designed with soft hues, parquet floors, and original Mexican artworks. Breakfast, dinner, and snacks are provided but guests also benefit from private kitchens. A unique city stay.
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One of two boutique properties offering chic style and an excellent central location. Expansive suites are light and airy with contemporary art works, luxury bathrooms and floor to ceiling windows. Indulgent breakfasts are served and bicycles offered for city exploring. Fabulous.
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This design-conscious boutique hotel exudes charm and hip living in an art-deco building. Chic rooms are home to natural timber floors and furnishings, travertine-stone bathrooms and all the mod cons. Fantastic top floor penthouse. Intimate Mexican restaurant. A trendy spot.
Mexico City (Roma Nte)
This exclusive B&B is located in Mexico City's chic Colonia Roma neighbourhood. The eclectic Casona blends Mexican artisan tradition and contemporary design; luxury suites are based on a unique colour palette, with a balcony and marble wetroom. Unwind in the pretty gardens; a coveted city bolt-hole.
Mexico City (Col. Condesa)
A strikingly designed hotel in the trendies district of Mexico City. Elegant interiors by Parisian, India Mahdavi give a classic chic feel to the rooms. However the stage is stolen by the beautiful leafy green rooftop terrace, a peaceful heaven in a hectic city. Totally charming and cutting edge.
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A small elegant property in an upmarket district. Luxurious rooms are contemporary in style with floor to ceiling windows, sink-into beds and soft hues. Boasting two excellent restaurants and a small spa this is a has-it-all property in a neat little package. A fantastic base for city exploring.
Mexico City (Colonia Polanco)
This stunning minimalist creation is the brainchild of ten renowned architects. Crisp white on white, ceiling to floor glass, and marble floors create airy spaces. This hotel oozes an exclusive feel, from the rooftop bar and pool to the luxurious spa and trendy restaurants. Sleek and chic.
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An achingly hip boutique property located in Mexico City’s trendy Roma Norte district. The three suites feature glass fronted walls, dark wooden floors, contemporary art, roll top baths and plenty of space. An in-house chef will whip up Mexican delights to order. Oh-so chic.
Mexico City (Chapultepec)
A contemporary hotel decked out in the vibrant colours of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Spectacular views of the city from the plush suites, world-class spa and a choice of three restaurants. Attracts a chic, young crowd. Totally hip.
Mexico City (Roma Nte)
A charming four room boutique in Mexico's chic Roma area. This turn of the century mansion forms a wonderfully intimate and stylish hotel with everything you could want from indulgent linen to pillow menus and turn-down cookies. Room service offers basic foods, the staff will guide you to the rest!
