Hotel Zócalo Centro
"How did it strike you on arrival?The entrance, just off the hustle and bustle of Zócalo, Mexico City's central square, is inviting and functional, with a traditional reception desk and a small café. Nice. What’s the crowd like?The clientele is a mix of casually dressed international business and leisure travelers. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.The rooms are small but comfortable. With pretty views of, say, an early twentieth-century building, yours will likely be a quiet refuge after a day of crowded sightseeing. We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?Beds are also small but comfortable; expect a tight squeeze for two. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?There is no minibar, but rather a coffee-maker and a few cookies (in addition to a different Mexican candy on your pillow each night). Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.The bathrooms are standard but have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?The Wi-Fi is good and most importantly, gratis. Room service: Worth it?Resist the urge to order room service; the rooftop restaurant, Balcón del Zócalo, is what makes a stay here truly special. It has one of the best views of Zócalo and the guacamole is prepared tableside. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.Watching the buzz of Mexico's huge main square from above, while sipping margaritas and nibbling on traditional Mexican cuisine. What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?The location can't be beat: Step outside the hotel and you're in the heart of the city. Bottom line: worth it, and why?If you want a nice, safe hotel in the middle of the action (and you've got money to burn), this is for you." - Susannah Rigg
