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One of the great metropolises in the Western Hemisphere, CDMX is a veritable cultural mecca. It’s the type of place travelers return to again and again — if not for its incredible shopping and green spaces, then for the tacos. Another plus: hotels in Mexico rank among the best in the world.
Centered in CDMX's most exciting neighborhoods, these hotels provide outstanding service, lush comfort and a stylish place to rest your head during your activity-filled vacation to the Mexican capital.
Below, I've rounded up some of the best hotels in Mexico City, from boutique inns to major players.
Four Seasons Mexico City
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Built around a vibrant courtyard, the Four Seasons mirrors Mexico City’s gorgeous architecture with a hacienda-style façade and lavish interior. You can’t ask for a better location, as the hotel is within walking distance of Chapultepec Forest, the city's main park, as well as the posh neighborhoods of La Condesa, Roma Norte and, just a bit further out, Polanco. The Four Seasons is also a foodie destination, with its several celebrated restaurants like il Becco, a sophisticated Italian eatery, and Fifty Mils, a laid-back gastrobar with a creative cocktail menu.
Fora Perks:
When you book Four Seasons through me, you will enjoy exclusive Four Seasons Preferred Partner benefits. I will be pleased to give you more details.
The St. Regis Mexico City
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The St. Regis is one of CDMX’s best luxury hotels, complete with 24 / 7 butler service. Located along the Paseo de la Reforma, the city's grand, tree-lined avenue, the 31-story hotel towers over the nearby Chapultepec Park. The view alone, admired through each room's floor-to-ceiling windows, is worth the hotel’s luxury price tag. But the St. Regis also offers several sophisticated restaurants and bars, along with private dining options. Head to the exclusive La Table Krug for an eight-course, French-inspired tasting menu, or to Diana Restaurant, for locally-sourced, traditional Mexican fare. The hotel is also kid-friendly, with a delightful candy trolly, a children's club and plenty of other fun activities (including "glamping") to keep them entertained, allowing you to freely indulge at the St. Regis' exquisite Remède Spa.
Fora Perks:
$100 resort / hotel credit.
Breakfast daily.
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Sofitel Mexico City Reforma
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The architecture of the Sofitel is nothing short of stunning, with green glass panes flanked by white stone panels, resulting in a high-contrast look that’s as eye-catching as it is unique. The hotel offers a gorgeous view of the surrounding city, while its artful interior is equally as alluring. Among a host of amenities, you’ll find three high-end restaurants and two cocktail bars. Cityzen Rooftop Kitchen, a chic restaurant offering some of the city's most splendid views, is especially worth a visit. Enjoy refined Mexican- and French-inspired cuisine, plus expertly crafted cocktails. And, for extra relaxation, visit the lavish Sofitel Spa, stocked with fine, gorgeously scented L'Occitane products.
Fora Perks:
$100 food / beverage credit.
Breakfast daily.
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
La Valise Mexico City
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Located in the vibrant La Roma neighborhood, La Valise’s innovative interior design and personalized service make it a must-stay. The hotel, which features three bespoke (and impeccably designed) suites, is housed in a 1920’s French-style townhome decorated with Mexican antiques, bespoke furnishings and Mesoamerican-inspired artwork. La Valise’s staff is incredibly attentive, paying keen attention to the needs and preferences of guests (they even curate a personalized minibar for each room), while championing all things local.
Fora Perks:
Complimentary fruit basket on arrival.
Complimentary bottle of wine and minibar beverages.
Upgrade to next room, subject to availability.
Hotel CondesaDF
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Tucked away on a tree-lined avenue in one of Mexico City’s trendiest neighborhoods, this chic boutique hotel has a health club (complete with sauna and ample spa treatments), a rooftop soaking tub and Healthy Bar serving fresh juice, with views of the adjacent Parque España. The property, located in a 1928 French Neoclassical building, is heritage-protected by the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes. Its geometric interiors and furnishings were designed by the celebrated Iranian-French architect and designer India Mahdavi. Rooms are adorned in natural wood and calming tones, and some feature private wooden terraces overlooking the hotel’s surrounding treetops.
Fora Perks:
$25 resort / hotel credit.
Complimentary welcome drink and pastry.
Upgrade to next room, subject to availability.
The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City
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This urban luxury retreat in the heart of the city offers panoramic views overlooking Bosque de Chapultepec and the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains. Guests can watch the sunset from private balconies, enjoy artisanal cocktails at the hotel's Art Deco-inspired bar and indulge in Mexican and Mediterranean dishes at the hotel's delicious restaurant. After a day of adventure in the city, guests can also wind down at the hotel’s spa, which offers locally-sourced botanicals and treatments rooted in the healing and spiritual traditions of Mexico City's Aztec culture.
Fora Perks:
$100 food / beverage credit.
Breakfast daily.
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City Santa Fe
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The JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City Santa Fe, in the city's business district, is a bit further from the center of Mexico City, but it’s more affordable. Plus, it's close to the lovely La Mexicana Park, an urban oasis for bikers, walkers and dog-walkers. And it’s still one of the best hotels in CDMX, with comfy modern rooms, a spa, an outdoor pool and two high-class restaurants: the Quattro Gastronmia Italiana, for well-executed Italian and a wide wine selection, and Cua, for local cuisine served in a laid-back, trendy setting.
Umbral, Curio Collection by Hilton
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The pet-friendly Umbral is set within the renovated 19th-century Edificio España and centrally located in Mexico City’s historic downtown. The hotel boasts an impressive library, art gallery, mini-cinema, hanging garden, vinyl record collection, rooftop pool and terrace. Terraza Umbral, its on-site restaurant, offers artisanal cocktails and comfort food from locally-sourced Mexican ingredients. And the wholesome Wellness Bar serves smoothies, superfood bowls and healthy snacks. For a delicious non-smoothie beverage, visit the Nardo Cocktail Club, which offers a curated selection mezcal, tequila and Mexican wine.
Las Alcobas, a Luxury Collection Hotel
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Once a sprawling private residence, this luxe property was converted into an urban boutique retreat. The hotel is located in Mexico City’s exclusive Polanco neighborhood, surrounded by chic restaurants, fashion houses and art galleries. It also features two on-site gourmet restaurants (including the fabulous Anatol Restaurant, which serves an Italian-inflected menu of dishes sourced from local ingredients), in-room spa treatments and penthouse suites with personal steam rooms. Plus, each room comes with a minibar stocked with bath oils, as well as a soap menu and bath butler services, as Las Alcobas is known for its luxurious hydromassage baths.
Fora Perks:
$100 spa credit.
Breakfast daily.
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.