Best Luxury Hotels in Mexico City
Mexico’s capital is vibrant, colourful, densely populated and too often overlooked by tourists heading to the coast. But as the nation’s political, economic and cultural centre, it has so much to offer the curious traveller. Do check out the major monuments, buildings, museums and attractions, but you should also experience a slice of life here with some off-piste tours. The street food is world-leading, although maybe a little spicier than European standards and tequila should be sipped not taken as a shot. A stay in Mexico City will be an adventure made all the more enticing by staying in one of these hotels.
Mexico DF, Mexico City
Andaz Mexico City Condesa
(5 stars)The first urban Andaz property in the Mexican capital is also home to the city’s highest swimming pool. Set on a 17-floor building, this rooftop oasis also comprises the Cabuya restaurant with enviable views and the dog-friendly Wooftop Beer Garden & Canine Club. Accommodating 213 rooms, over 10% of which are suites, the hotel is found in the Conjunto Aristos complex, a renovated heritage site reimagined by José Luis Benlliure Galán. Every bedroom comes with a record player — vinyl are available to borrow from the lobby music library, which is fitting, given the trendy nature of the hotel’s neighbourhood.
Mexico DF, Mexico City
Mondrian Mexico City Condesa
(5 stars)Found where La Roma and La Condesa districts meet, the 187-bedroom Mondrian is part of the landmark I421 mixed-use complex. Designed by Mexican architect Jose Luis Benlliure, with interiors by Jihei Aoki, the Mondrian Mexico City Condesa reflects the capital’s avant-garde personality. Indoor swings, massive feature plant pots and murals by Ara Stark punctuate what is otherwise minimalist decor. Guests can order nibbles on La Terraza, eat Mediterranean food at Cleo, drink cocktails with a view at Skybar and take morning coffee with a fresh pastry at The Flower Shop (which is an actual flower shop as well as a cafe).