Top 20 Cool and Unusual Hotels in Mexico City

Bringing together the indigenous glory of the Aztec empire with the thriving cosmopolitan vibe of the 21st century, Mexico City is a sprawling Capital home to wonderful museums, incredible architecture, enticing gastronomic adventures, and a superb collection of interesting places to stay. The accommodation options here range from quirky townhouse boutiques to grand and modern. To help you choose one, here are my favorite cool and unusual hotels in Mexico City…

Hotel
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CASA EMILIA B&B Boutique
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W Mexico City
  • +52 55 9138 1800
  • Campos Elíseos 252, Polanco, Chapultepec, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX, México
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Best For Art-lovers
La Valise Mexico City
  • +1 386-301-4831
  • Tonalá 53, Roma Norte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, México
Best For Instagrammable Decor

CASA EMILIA B&B Boutique

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This graceful boutique hotel contains only 7 guestrooms, and all are appointed with a unique, cozy style designed to captivate your senses through elegant textures, fluffy cushions, and a moody lighting system.

The surrounding Cuauhtémoc neighborhood is renowned as being safe and peaceful, yet abundant with activity. Guests at Casa Emilia are invited to savor exquisite gastronomical offerings, including an indulgent breakfast which combines the very best of Mexican delights with international dishes.

The hotel is dotted with quirky hangout spaces which incorporate beautiful plants to add a touch of nature to a lavish, character-filled setting.

Pros

Special Mexican cuisines

Moody lighting

Safe neighborhood

Indulgent breakfast

Cons

Limited guestrooms

No pool facility

Distance from downtown

Best For Partying

W Mexico City

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The W Hotel is Located in Polanco, a quirky neighborhood where trend-seekers meet to explore fast-paced cultural landscapes, chic shops, and an alluring nightlife.

In the 237 guestrooms, the W brand is embodied effortlessly through custom details and sleek furnishings designed to promote a unique hotel experience. The Living Room Bar showcases signature touches and quenches your thirst with the city’s most innovative collection of cocktails.

At W Hotel Mexico City, A swirl of high-energy, vivid design, and cutting-edge technology allows you to wrap yourself in sensory delights, with everything you need for a spectacular city break at your fingertips.

Pros

Trendy neighborhood

Spacious 237 guestrooms

Living Room Bar

High-energy design

Cons

May be noisy

Limited traditional appeal

Can be pricey

Best For Art-lovers

La Valise Mexico City

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Situated in the heart of Roma Norte, one of Mexico City’s coolest neighborhoods, La Valise puts you a few steps from many independent boutiques, bars, and restaurants.

Housed in a discreet 1920’s townhouse, La Valise is embellished with one-of-a-kind art and cultured charm, as well as beautiful Mexican antiques.

This beautiful, three-room mansion boasts a 20th -century French-style terrace which is one of the neighborhood’s smartest hangout spots.

The hotel is decorated with gorgeous Mexican furniture and art, exuding elegance, intimacy, and serenity. Polished wood floors, bold hues, and vintage paneling create an atelier atmosphere in the three individually themed guestrooms, which all offer bathtubs, and a complimentary mini-bar with fruits, snacks, water, and beers.

Pros

Housed in a 1920's townhouse

Polished wood floors

Three individually themed suites

French-style terrace

Cons

Only three rooms

No fitness center

Limited dining options

Best For Couples

Brick Hotel Mexico City

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Step back in time at this eloquent Mexico City escape, where the original ceramic tiles and brickwork used to build it were brought from England in the early 20th century.

Nowadays, this magnificent boutique hotel fuses its Belle Époque architecture with contemporary luxury to offer a new age elegance to its visitors.

The guestrooms boast parquet floors and soothing tones to enhance the sense of relaxation, while the suites offer an opulent balcony where you can recline on your private sun lounger. In the Rooftop Suite, you can sit in your own outdoor tub as you gaze over the streets of colonial town Roma.

Pros

Parquet floored guestrooms

17-room boutique hotel

Special Rooftop suite

Excellent service

Cons

Darkroom ambiance may not suit everyone

Noise disturbance

No fitness center

Best For Millennials and Gen Zs

Círculo Mexicano

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Having reimagined a 19th-century residential building, the ground floor of Círculo Mexicano is conceived as a modern marketplace, which enhances the splendor of the original building with meticulously manicured accents.

The second and third floors are where this sophisticated boutique hotel operates. Situated in downtown Mexico City in a neighborhood which houses pre-Hispanic ruins, Círculo Mexicano combines the design and hospitality of Grupo Habita with some of the most recognized voices in fashion and gastronomy.

The result is an authentic experience of contemporary Mexican culture! The 25 guestrooms inspire a sense of intimacy through cozy fixtures, shaker-style woodwork, and artisanal Mexican textiles.

Pros

Historic building

Modern marketplace design

Shaker-style woodwork

Cons

Limited dining options

Downtown location may be noisy

Best For Trendy Design

Hotel Black

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Centred around a profound vision to offer a great atmosphere to guests, Hotel Black blends the essences of industrial, hipster, Avant-garde and modern to create a truly unique hospitality experience.

The hotel is a collection of antiques, sculptures, and bespoke furniture, the vast majority of which is obtained at auctions. It seeks to reflect a faith in the quality of hand-crafted work, and balances an original character with contemporary freshness, adorned with more than 2200 illustrations, posters, and photographs.

The two types of suite are both orientally furnished and contain iconic items adding to a sense of exclusivity.

Pros

Collection of sculptures

Over 2200 unique illustrations

Iconic items in suites

Unique hand-crafted artwork

Cons

Industrial design may not suit all

Absence of traditional amenities

Lacks dining options

Best For Outdoor Swimming Pool

Camino Real Polanco Mexico

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This much-celebrated 5-star inner city hotel is a unique hospitality concept created by famed architect Ricardo Legoretta. Considered a ‘Hotel-Museum’ for its exquisite art collection, Camino Real reminisces over Pre-Hispanic pyramids with a creative modern touch, forming a wonderful plethora of architectural work.

Originally built for the 1968 Olympics, the hotel features extensive multi-functional spaces, and is a popular venue for social and corporate events.

Camino Real is situated in the refined, laid-back residential district of Anzures on the outskirts of the upscale Polanco neighborhood, an area considered an oasis within the hustle and bustle of the city.

Pros

Designed by Ricardo Legoretta

Multi-functional spaces

Located in upscale Polanco

Rich art collection

Cons

Distance from the city center

Lacks modern amenities

Best For Quirky-chic Decor

Pug Seal Allan Poe

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Inspired by Quetzalcoatl, a Mesoamerican deity, this 20-room Polanco hotel offers a unique experience courtesy of fascinating architecture, graceful common areas, lush gardens and terraces, and a boutique design.

An abundance of Mexican warmth emerges in the 21 curated guestrooms, which were designed by the most virtuous artists in the country and feature tranquil courtyard views.

Located just off the opulent Avenida Presidente Masaryk, this hotel’s main building is a stunning 1930’s era triple-story mansion that’s brimming with bohemian curiosities and pristine Mid-Century furniture.

A touch of wellness is added to the artful experience at Pug Seal Allan Poe, through a massage area and a garden with a ceremonial temazcal.

Pros

Inspired by a Mesoamerican deity

1930’s era triple-story mansion

Bohemian curiosities

Massage area and ceremonial temazcal

Cons

May feel too eclectic to some

Limited outdoor spaces

No fitness center

Best For Longer Stays

Downtown

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Combining exquisite guestrooms with cool communal spaces, topped by a very central location, this neo-industrial hotel is a step into the renascent historic heart of Mexico City.

Its 17th -century façade is beautifully contrasted by a contemporary industrial feel inside, evoked through ornate detailing around windows, and grey volcanic rock walls combined with cement tiling.

The 17 high-ceilinged, spacious guestrooms peer out over the patio, and make use of useful accessories including reading lights, a desk station, a fully stocked minibar, and plush linens.

On the top floor, a rooftop terrace featuring a bar, pool and bright sun loungers offers stunning views over the city’s domes, steeples, and skyscrapers.

Pros

17th-century restored place

Gray volcanic rocks walls

Rooftop terrace with bar

Great location in the Historic Centre

Cons

Limited room variety (17 only)

The industrial feel may not suit all

Limited dining options

Best For Romance

Casa Polanco Hotel Boutique

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Offering guests a chance to feel like they’re at a friend’s home, the urban bustle dissolves into a timeless, classic space as soon as you cross the gate to this unique hotel.

Aesthetically, the interior appears as if it is a curated collection of exquisite artbooks and sculptures, with many original accessories and items from the 20th century dotted around the hotel.

Furniture by award-winning designer Hector Esrawe appears in the library, spa, and the gym, while the guestrooms are furnished with fine walnut wood floors and decorated with custom-designed textiles and objets d’art.

Swiss-woven Egyptian cotton bedding and carefully chosen amenities maximize comfort in the rooms, which boast high ceilings and are flooded with natural light. 

Pros

Chic restored villa

Furniture by Hector Esrawe

Fine walnut wood floors

Swiss-woven Egyptian cotton bedding

Cons

Located in a busy area

Limited on-site amenities

Expensive compared to others

Best For Historic Charm

Orchid House Polanco

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A hotel where the lavish indulgence of a high-end brand meets graceful home comforts, Orchid House is the brainchild of a lineage of urban explorers who have discovered the perfect balance between home and travel.

The hotel seeks to make each guest feel connected in a new, mysterious land, while opening doors to new paradigms. It is a secret gem peacefully nestled in a stunning 100-year-old mansion in the heart of Polanco.

The iridescently colored stained glass, the neoclassical mouldings on the ceilings, and the antique barro floors with hand-painted heroes reflect the heart and soul of this restored building. A stay at Orchid House is your chance to revel in the tranquil glory of one of Mexico City’s most beautiful streets.

Pros

Historic 100-year-old mansion

In the center of Polanco

Antique Barro floors

Cons

Standard suites are a bit smaller

Breakfast menu a bit limited

Best For Spa and Wellness Services

The Alest Hotel

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Opening its doors to an unparalleled world of dreams and hedonism, The Alest offers an intimate and cozy space in the privileged heart of Polanco.

Inviting guests to enjoy local experiences with a sophisticated flair, the city’s famous landmarks are no more than a stone’s throw away.

The eclectic style of the hotel surprises and delights its visitors, who can indulge in a graceful fusion of carefully curated interior design trends. Residential comfort and timeless elegance are exuded seamlessly through locally made objets d’art in the guestrooms, which complement the Carrara marble bathrooms, Italian-style hardwood floors, and luxury LeLabo amenities.

Pros

Locally made objets d’art

Italian-style hardwood floors

Carrara marble bathrooms

Onsite Spa and Wellness Centre

Cons

Marbles make showers slippery

Complimentary breakfast has limited options

Best For Rooftop Bar

FlowSuites Condesa

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FlowSuites welcomes guests to a stylish and luxurious retreat, equipped with everything you need for a relaxing and rewarding city break.

Every detail in the guestrooms is designed to enhance comfort, catering to the business and leisure traveler seeking privacy and tranquility.

A chic, contemporary décor puts this hotel amongst Mexico’s very best, and the location on one of Condesa’s most famous streets makes it the ideal hub for exploration.

The expansive, apartment-style suites are designed to make you feel completely at home, while the rooftop bar and terrace is the perfect spot to sip crafted cocktails and socialize amid panoramic city views.

Pros

Contemporary décor in the lobby

Crafted cocktails

Apartment-style suites

Panoramic city views

Cons

Adults-only restriction

No fitness center

Can be noisy at events

Hotel Parque España

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Here we have an eccentric twist on your typical Mexico City Hotel, teeming with vivid colors and a charming character.

Inside the property, every visual frame reflects a beautiful renovation of traditions, through quirky furniture and artwork stamped with the artisanal flair that defines Hotel Parque España.

The hotel’s outdoor hangout spots are embellished with funky patterns and are backdropped by the tree-lined surrounds, offering a blissful blend of nature and cultural elegance.

The guestrooms are furnished with polished woods and comfy seating areas, and boast floor-to-ceiling windows allowing the majesty of the encompassing greenery to beam right through.

Pros

Tree-lined surroundings

Outdoor hangout spots

Polished wood furnishings

Floor-to-ceiling windows

Cons

Does not have AC

Rooms may feel small

Limited parking space

Best For Great Breakfast

Casa Decu

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Born in 2001 to add a unique twist to the hospitality scene in Mexico City, Casa Decu transforms the traditional concept of lodging by offering innovative spaces teeming with cultural flair.

Located in the epicenter of Colonia Condesa, one of the most hip-trendy areas of the city, this boutique hotel provides you with the liberty of exploring the metropolis on foot, as well as indulging in state-of-the-art facilities on-site.

Blending comfort, luxury, and chic design, the 27 guestrooms pay reverence to the Art Deco era through eloquent furnishings, and are topped with a kitchenette, a cable TV room, and high-velocity internet.

Pros

Art Deco-era furnishings

Kitchenette in rooms

Restaurant serving American cuisine with a great breakfast

Walking distance to attractions

Cons

Basic breakfast options

The beds are a bit small

Noisy in the street facing rooms

Best For Romance

Galeria Plaza San Jeronimo

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Surrounded by green vegetation in a tree-lined expanse, this vibrant haven is the hallmark of Galería Plaza hotels and combines techy-savvy elegance with minimalist charm to establish a premium hospitality experience.

In the guestrooms, functionality and opulence coexist in perfect harmony, and a peaceful reprieve is promoted through plush linens and cozy décor.

The exclusive Roof Garden boasts unparalleled views of the south of the city, and features a scintillating gastronomic proposal and a classic cocktail menu. The Plaza Restaurant serves a varied mix of Mexican and international dishes, and awaits guests with commonly updated menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Pros

Surrounded by greenery

Exclusive roof garden

Special ‘Plaza Restaurant’

Classic cocktail menu

Cons

Pets are not allowed

No smart TV

The pool is not heated

Best For Rooms with Balconies

Casa Tuna

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Beautifully nestled in the heart of the historic center of Coyoacán, mere steps from the Centennial Garden and the San Juan Bautista Church, Casa Tuna is housed in a gorgeous 20th-century mansion.

Mexican folk art and the wonderful traditions of Latin America are embodied beautifully in the 12 commodious guestrooms, which evoke an air of functionality to optimize rest. An impressive, open-style communal area is furnished with plush seating areas and a swinging hammock, and girdled by potted plants to offer a space for deep relaxation.

With the comfort and tranquility of guests in mind, Casa Tuna also offers a handful of pleasant green spaces, where you can sit and revel in the charm of one of Mexico City’s coolest neighborhoods.

Pros

12 guestrooms many with balconies or patios

Open-style communal area

Multiple pleasant green spaces

Proximity to cultural sites

Cons

Limited breakfast options

Restricted WIfi connectivity

A bit noisy

Best ForRetro Decor

The Red Tree House

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 The Red Tree House is Mexico City’s number one B&B, offering a smooth combination of tasteful rooms, lush backdrops, and congenial hosts.

Inspired by the history and diversity of the city’s art and culture, the guestrooms are draped in unique touches and ambient lighting systems.

You are invited to begin each morning with a warm regional breakfast from an open kitchen, which you can savor on one of the delightful garden patios.

For a quick break from exploring the charming surroundings, you can take a pit stop in one of the hotel’s common areas, and reflect with a glass of fine wine by a gorgeous fireplace.

Pros

Delightful garden patios

Warm regional breakfast

Ambient lighting systems

Wine options available

Cons

The bathrooms are a bit small

Oaxaca room can be a bit musty

Distant from Zolaco

Best For Luxury

Sofitel Mexico City Reforma

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Ready to submerge yourself in the vibrant Mexican culture? Sofitel Reforma is the perfect base camp to dive into one of the city’s most historic districts and adds an air of chic elegance to its glamorous interior design.

In the 275 rooms and suites across 40 floors, the sophistication of the Sofitel brand is exuded through thoughtful touches such as L’Occitane amenities and self-serve Nespresso machines.

Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the effervescent cityscape, while technologically intuitive features such as Bluetooth connectivity make this a true home away from home.

Multiple gastronomic experiences are also offered, from the 38th floor Rooftop bar ‘Cityzen’ to the contemporary restaurant ‘Balta’. Both feature unique flavors and creative culinary expressions.

Pros

275 suites across 40 floors

Unique culinary cuisines of Balta

Sky high Rooftop bar Cityzen

L’Occitane amenities

Cons

Not for the budget-friendly crowd

Limited local cultural vibe

Some noise

Best Hotels in Mexico Compared

We at Global Grasshopper have compared the Top 20 Cool and fun Hotels in Mexico City in the preceding table on the basis of different aspects for your convenience. 

Hotel NameLocationPrice Range (per night)Fitness FacilitiesDistance to Attractions (km)Nearby Restaurants
CASA EMILIA B&B BoutiqueRío Ebro 51, Cuauhtemoc$154-$364No1.73
W Mexico CityCampos Eliseos 252$309-$799Yes2.13
La Valise Mexico CityTonala 53$418-$443No1.01
Brick Hotel Mexico CityOrizaba 95, Roma Norte$151-$278Yes1.23
Círculo Mexicano20 República de Guatemala Centro Histórico$230-$390No0.752
Hotel BlackJames Sullivan 163 bis$65-$215No2.13
Camino Real Polanco MexicoMariano Escobedo No. 700$217-$424Yes1.23
Pug Seal Allan PoeEdgar Allan Poe 90$294-$471No2.73
DowntownIsabel la Catolica 30$150-$276No0.553
Casa Polanco Hotel Boutique84 Luis G. Urbina$434-$1023No2.43
Orchid House Polanco76 Campos Elíseos$213-$386No2.03
The Alest Hotel45 Eugenio Sue$325-$2145No2.13
FlowSuites Condesanuevo leon 108 Colonia hipodromo condesa$168-$182Yes1.72
Hotel Parque EspañaAv. Sonora 111$115-$188No1.23
Casa Decu10 Culiacan Culiacan #10$150-$216Yes1.73
Galeria Plaza San Jeronimo300 Avenida Contreras$97-$190Yes6.02
Casa TunaFrancisco Ortega 8$135-$180No7.03
The Red Tree House6 Culiacan$288-$644No1.73
Sofitel Mexico City Reforma297 Avenue Paseo De La Reforma$489-$854Yes1.93
 

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