DOWNTOWN MEXICO, Mexico City

Downtown Mexico, A Member Of Design Hotels - A 17th-century UNESCO heritage hotel with rooftop pool, colonial architecture, and city-view terrace

Located in the Centro Histórico district, this 5-star Mexico City hotel occupies one of the area's oldest viceregal residences. Downtown Mexico showcases indigenous and colonial elements through ornate window detailing, stone-forge staircases, and volcanic rock walls. The property features 17 rooms with high ceilings and traditional tiled floors, divided between king and queen accommodations with patio views and suites with street views and bathtubs. A leafy garden-patio forms the building's heart, while the rooftop houses a pool, bar, and yellow sun loungers overlooking downtown's domes and steeples. The ground floor hosts Azul Histórico restaurant, complemented by a breakfast buffet serving fresh fruits, cereals, cured meats, and made-to-order eggs. Design Hotels guests benefit from 24-hour room service, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and air conditioning.

Pros

UNESCO World Heritage location with direct access to historic landmarks

Free bicycle rental service available

Specialty cocktails including cucumber mezcal at the rooftop bar

Located within walking distance to Metropolitan Cathedral (0.3 miles) and Torre Latinoamericana (0.5 miles)

Cons

6 miles distance from Benito Juarez International Airport

Reception area is tucked away behind a busy forecourt of shops and diners