Mexico City was on the cusp of becoming a global hotspot when Condesa DF, its inaugural design boutique hotel, opened its doors. Long before renowned international chefs sought out Pujol and the now-ubiquitous foodies documented tacos al pastor, Condesa DF established itself as a haven of style. Even two decades later, while perhaps not the newest or most opulent, this Hotel Mexico City icon remains effortlessly cool.
Much of Condesa DF’s enduring appeal lies in its exceptional design. Grupo Habita, the Mexican hospitality group known for Hotel Escondido in Oaxaca and The Robey in Chicago, reimagined a neoclassical apartment building from the 1920s. They enlisted Mexican architect Javier Sanchez and Iranian-French designer India Mahdavi to spearhead the transformation. The result is a space that feels as contemporary and innovative today as it did at its inception. Guest rooms are subtly partitioned from the open-air atrium by sleek metal screens, creating a sense of both privacy and openness. The furniture is distinctly modern, almost futuristic – think white, semi-circular leather sofas and lacquered tables resembling Bishop chess pieces. This modern aesthetic is punctuated by bold, yet restrained, splashes of color, such as turquoise walls and lemon-yellow chairs.
Nestled amongst palm and pine trees and a stone’s throw from Parque España, one of Mexico City’s most charming squares, Condesa DF provides a tranquil escape from the city’s vibrant energy. Despite this sense of retreat, the hotel mexico city is situated in the heart of one of its most dynamic neighborhoods. It’s a place where creative professionals stroll with their dogs in the afternoon and young couples share tender moments.
Among the five room categories, the corner suites, with their expansive wrap-around terraces, are particularly noteworthy. They are especially enchanting in springtime when the jacaranda trees burst into vibrant purple blooms. The vintage 1950s Chevy parked permanently at the entrance serves as a stylish marker. It signals your arrival, placing you among the chic Capitalinas, dressed in flowing Carla Fernandez tunics, who frequent the hotel’s legendary rooftop bar to savor some of the city’s finest sushi.
Condesa DF remains a definitive hotel mexico city experience, seamlessly blending cutting-edge design with an unbeatable location and an atmosphere of understated cool that continues to define the Condesa neighborhood.
