There are various sides to Mexico Metropolis. There’s its Historic Middle, upscale Polanco, the colourful canals of Xochimilco, and, in fact, fashionable La Condesa. With an abundance of cute mom-and-pop taco stands, Instagram-worthy cafes, boutique outlets, and trendy locals on each nook, it is no marvel why this space has grow to be a favourite amongst in-the-know vacationers.

Simply off a busy intersection on a tree-lined avenue is Andaz Mexico Metropolis Condesa, which is maybe simply as cool because the neighborhood it is positioned in. Sited inside a historic artwork deco constructing created by José Galán (who was influenced by one other Mexican structure icon, Luis Barragán), the lodge has saved lots of its unique options, together with its eye-catching tile flooring and mosaic murals. The interiors are a photo-ready celebration of spherical corners, trendy design, and daring colours, together with Andaz’s signature pink escalators.

The constructing really has two lodges, the Andaz and Mondrian Mexico Metropolis Condesa. The 2 properties intertwine seamlessly, sharing a handful of widespread areas. However these unique to Andaz have really been made their very own and echo their stylish environment. There is a vibrant courtyard lush with crops, an artwork deco-inspired cafe usually crammed with locals engaged on their laptops, and a number of rooftop hangouts.

However maybe Andaz’s greatest power is its location. Staying right here places you inside strolling distance (and La Condesa is very walkable) of numerous scrumptious eateries, fashionable outlets, and bustling craft cocktail bars. In the event you’re feeling particularly adventurous, the historic neighborhood of La Roma is a few 20-minute stroll away.

This is what it’s essential to know earlier than reserving a keep at Andaz Mexico Metropolis Condesa.

The Rooms

Andaz Mexico Metropolis Condesa has 213 rooms, and visitors can select from choices starting from a unit with two double beds with metropolis views to the spacious, 926-square-foot Govt Suite. I stayed in a King room, which had spectacular skyline and mountain vistas.

The visitor room design is modern, trendy, and closely influenced by Galán’s unique work, mixing artwork deco touches with Andaz’s signature pink elaborations. There are additionally considerate touches like an in-room Victrola file participant, a curated choice of data, and customized artwork. The result’s lodging which can be effortlessly cool—it suits proper in with the hip vibes of La Condesa.

Meals and Drink

There are 4 eating places and bars at Andaz Mexico Metropolis Condesa—the property is aware of they’re competing with top-of-the-line meals cities on the earth, and greater than delivers with its on-site fare. Begin your day on the breakfast restaurant Pórtico, the place visitors can gasoline up on the buffet or order from an à la carte menu. Every thing at Pórtico is regionally sourced and emphasizes scratch cooking—the restaurant makes use of free-range eggs from a small farmer within the space and bakes bread utilizing a three-year-old sourdough starter.

Caffeine lovers ought to plan to cease by Derba Matcha Cafe, an artwork deco-style cafe with a variety of espresso and matcha drinks, in addition to larger-than-life pastries just like the «crookie,» aka a cookie-dough-filled croissant. Derba is open till 10 p.m., and you will find that the cafe is usually crammed with locals who come right here to work and socialize. However Derba is not the one native hangout as Andaz. Canine-friendly Wooftop Beer Backyard & Canine Membership is one other fashionable spot and has a meals truck that serves bar classics—there is a enjoyable arcade and board recreation space, too. It is a super place to hang around with man’s greatest buddy whereas having fun with Mexico Metropolis views.

For Tulum-like vibes within the coronary heart of the capital, head to Cabuya Rooftop, which appears like a tropical oasis amid skyscrapers. Cabuya’s menu makes a speciality of serving sustainably caught and raised seafood, and highlights embrace the Cabuya ceviche, the smoked marlin toastada, and the totoaba, a fish native to the Gulf of California which you could solely eat in Mexico (it is unlawful to export).

Actions and Facilities

Apart from its engaging location, top-of-the-line issues about Andaz Mexico Metropolis is the quantity of areas there are to easily hang around and socialize. One in every of my favourite locations was the courtyard, which the lodge shares with the Mondrian. Right here, visitors can take pleasure in out of doors seating, giant statues, traditional automobiles, and a historic fountain—Pórtico is positioned within the courtyard as nicely.

Mexico Metropolis usually has fairly balmy climate year-round, however temperatures can get a bit nippy within the winter. Fortunately, the Andaz has a heated rooftop pool with arguably top-of-the-line views of the town and the mountains. The pool space is serviced by Cabuya, so you possibly can take pleasure in tropical-inspired cocktails with out having to go away the water.  

Andaz additionally has a choice of curated actions that will help you rise up shut and private with Mexico Metropolis and La Condesa. I participated in a meals tour of the neighborhood and was blown away by a whirlwind of small taco outlets, artisanal toast pastries, and pure wine—the perfect of what La Condesa has to supply. The information additionally gave me plenty of enjoyable suggestions that I attempted to test off throughout the remainder of my go to.

For many who love to remain lively throughout their holidays, the Andaz has a fully-equipped 24-hour health club with Peloton treadmills and Technogym tools.

The Spa

If you wish to unwind after an extended day of exploring, there’s Pasana Spa & Wellness, the place visitors can choose from remedies equivalent to deep tissue massages, physique scrubs, or facials. Salt lamps constructed from salt sourced from the encircling volcanoes are in each remedy room, and salt and herbs are included into each remedy (although you possibly can choose out if you want). Pasana additionally has cozy leisure rooms the place you possibly can take pleasure in a wide range of natural teas earlier than or after your remedy.

Accessibility and Sustainability 

Andaz Mexico Metropolis has one ADA room that’s 667 sq. ft with a metropolis view. It consists of facilities equivalent to a roll-in bathe, a widened door, in addition to a lowered peephole, door latch, thermostat, and light-weight switches.

As for sustainability, Andaz Mexico Metropolis has an Excellence in Design for Better Efficiencies (aka EDGE) certification, which implies that the lodge has adopted sustainable hospitality practices, together with the conservation of water, vitality, and supplies. For instance, the property makes use of water-efficient bathrooms, taps, and showers, energy-efficient lighting, and it additionally has a rainwater harvesting system.

Location

It’s exhausting to beat Andaz’s central location inside certainly one of Mexico Metropolis’s greatest neighborhoods (to not point out a really walkable one). If it’s essential to get to a different a part of the town, public transportation choices are a lot, as are taxis as are the availabilty of ride-hailing companies equivalent to Lyft and Uber.

In case you are flying in, Andaz Mexico Metropolis Condesa is eight miles from Mexico Metropolis Worldwide Airport Benito Juárez (MEX)—it is a few 30 minute drive, relying on site visitors. Andaz may also help you organize an airport switch, however you possibly can simply catch a taxi, Lyft, or Uber from the airport as nicely.

The way to Get the Most Worth Out of Your Keep

Andaz Mexico Metropolis is a Hyatt property and participates within the World of Hyatt—it is a Class 4 lodge, that means you will have 12,000 factors per night time to e book a keep right here (if you wish to pay in factors as an alternative of money).

The property can be part of American Express’s Fine Hotels + Resorts program. When you have a qualifying American Categorical card and e book your keep by means of the American Categorical journey portal, you may get enjoyable perks like a room improve (when obtainable), a complimentary breakfast for 2, early check-in, and a late check-out.