Best for wow factor
ANDAZ CONDESA
Neon-lit cacti and magenta-mirrored escalators form a striking entry to this stylish luxury hotel. It opened in January 2023 in Condesa, one of Mexico City's trendiest locales, which is known for its art deco buildings. The aesthetic flows through to the first floor where guests are greeted. Beyond this, blonde timbers form deco-esque curves, and pastel velvet-covered seating fills the inhouse matcha bar. Meanwhile the 213 fresh, light-filled rooms are a complete contrast, washed in soothing whites and greys, with vinyl record players and papier-mâché figurines as novel additions to the otherwise minimalist setting. Fashionable Condesa locals like to hang out on the hotel's top-floor terrace. It offers expansive views, a swimming pool and the Cabuya Rooftop restaurant - a relaxing spot serving seafood and dishes inspired by the food of Tulum on the Yucatán Peninsula.
ROOMS: From £280 per night, room only. andazmexicocitycondesa.com
Best for design lovers
DURANGO 219
The exterior of this hotel is unique, built out of pink Cantera local stone. Interiors showcase a great eye for design, which is reflected in the 12 contemporary rooms, each of which has a hero feature, such as a refurbished vintage chair or unfussy sculpture. Opened in December 2022, Durango 219 is excellent value - even the smallest suites feel expansive, thanks to the neutral white, beige and grey colour palette, married with natural woods, large windows and, in some cases, a balcony. The plant-lined roof terrace bar is the ideal place to relax over a cocktail, and the hotel is located at the sweet spot between Mexico City's lively Roma and Condesa neighbourhoods, meaning guests are also close to Contramar, the ultra-popular Mexican seafood restaurant, and Rosetta, a sublime bakery-cafe.
This story is from the May 2023 edition of National Geographic Traveller (UK).
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