 Location
Excellently located two blocks from the Zocalo in Mexico City, this historical hotel is situated near to the cathedral, the National Palace and the site of the remains of the Palace of Moctezuma. Other nearby places of interest include the Mayor Temple archaeological zone (5-minute walk away), the Palace of Fine Arts and Franz Mayers Museum (both a 15-minute walk away). Acapulco and its beach is approximately 320 km from the historical hotel and Toluca is around 69 km away.
Facilities
The hotel is in the boutique category and guests can admire the architectural style that dates back to 1700 in a building which was formerly part of the monastery of San Agustin, which led to its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Due to its privileged location, guests can admire the beautiful colonial architecture of the city centre buildings. The air-conditioned historical hotel offers 108 rooms in total and welcomes guests in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out services, as well as lift access. Further facilities include a kids' club, cafe, restaurant, conference facilities, WLAN Internet access and both room and laundry services.
Rooms
Many of the hotel's guest rooms have large windows overlooking the city. All of them have a variety of amenities, such as a hairdryer, satellite TV, a radio, an ironing set, air conditioning and Internet access. Each room additionally features an en suite bathroom with a shower, a double or king-size bed, and tea and coffee making facilities.
Sports/Entertainment
Only a few steps from the hotel guests may visit countless historical and cultural attractions, many of which date back to Colonial Mexico. The Zocalo, also known as the Plaza de la Constitucion, lies just a few steps away from the hotel. If guests wish to learn more about the history of Mexico, they can pay a visit to the archaeological site of Templo Mayor, an enigmatic place that tells the story of the Aztec civilisation. Guests may also work out in the on-site gym.
Meals
A continental breakfast buffet is served each morning.
Payment
American Express, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.
How to get there
From the junction of Paseo de la Reforma Avenue and Juarez Avenue, if travelling north from Polanco turn right into Juarez Avenue and if travelling south from Garibaldi turn left into Juarez Avenue. Continue for 600 metres and Juarez Avenue becomes Francisco I. Madero, continue straight on for 600 metres to the Zocalo, turn right onto 5 February and continue for two blocks. The hotel entrance is on the left.
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