Hotel Principal Mexico City

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Hotel Principal 3*

 Wi-Fi
 24-hour services

24-hour reception

 On-site Dining

Restaurant

 Air conditioning
 No pets allowed

Located only 1.1 km from the Tequila and Mezcal Museum, the 3-star Hotel Principal Mexico City is just a 6-minute walk from the Postal Palace. Boasting a fitness club, this Mexico City hotel is in the very heart of the city, within reach of the cultural centre "Palacio de Bellas Artes".

The hotel is nestled in Mexico City Historic Centre, centered around the massive Zócalo plaza, 550 metres from the restaurant Restaurante El Cardenal. Guests staying at the Principal Mexico City will find themselves within 25 minutes' walk of the gigantic La Merced Market. The accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Fuente about 1 km away. The famous Angel of Independence Monument is approximately 10 minutes away by car, and Allende underground station is just near this smoke-free hotel. Hotel Principal is located 5 km from Benito Juarez International airport and within a 300-metre distance of Independencia bus stop.

The 7 rooms at the property are equipped with comforts such as an air conditioner, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are equipped with private bathrooms. Offering a hairdryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

The Principal offers the Mexican restaurant serving Mexican specialities.

  • Local attractions
  • Palacio de Bellas Artes
    550 m
  • Torre Mayor
    4 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City
    600 m
  • Museum of Modern Art.
    4.4 km
  • Central Alameda
    650 m
  • Old Mexican Ceremonial Site
    750 m
  • Revolution Monument
    1.7 km
  • Column of the Independence
    3.1 km
  • Airports
  • Benito Juarez International
    9 km

Facilities

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Meals and drinks

  • Restaurant

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

In the room

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Important notice

Check-in: from 15:00 until 16:00
Check-out: from 12:00 until 13:00
  • Extra beds details
  • No cribs are available in a room.

Frequently asked questions

  • Which attractions near Hotel Principal are worth a visit?

    Highly rated landmarks near Hotel Principal include Palacio Postal (just a 6-minute walk from the accommodation) and the prominent cultural center "Palacio de Bellas Artes" (0.7 km).
  • How far is Benito Juarez International from the 3-star Hotel Principal?

    Distance from Benito Juarez International airport to the 3-star Hotel Principal is 5 km.
  • 🚗

    Where can we park our vehicle while staying at Hotel Principal?

    Guests of Hotel Principal can use a car park.
  • 🕑

    What time does check-in start in the hotel?

    Guests of the hotel are expected to arrive for check-in around 15:00.
  • 🕗

    What time should we check out from our room in the Hotel Principal?

    The Hotel Principal guests should check out at 13:00.
  • 💵

    What is the price of a room in Hotel Principal?

    The minimal price of a room in Hotel Principal is $30.
  • Which method of payment is available at the Hotel Principal?

    Guests of the Hotel Principal can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
  • 🚪

    What kind of rooms does the Mexico City hotel offer?

    The Mexico City hotel offers Twin Room, Family Room, and Standard King Room to choose from.
  • What facilities are offered at the Mexico City hotel?

    The Mexico City hotel boasts a lift and a vending machine as well as a safe deposit box and a luggage locker to insure guests' safety.

Details & Rates



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Guest reviews

Ed

stayed in 2022-11-26

8 / 10

plus

The staff were efficient and decent as well, would come here again.

Mario

stayed in 2022-08-05

8 / 10

plus

It was a fine stay in an excellent area. The hotel had a central position not far from Zocalo and restaurants and a convenience store, cafe, bar, metro station, and a historic sightseeing place. We had early meal in Salon Corona, based nearby.

Lise

stayed in 2022-01-26

9 / 10

plus

Overall, it's ideal place for exploring Mexico City attractions. The setting is stunning and magnificent, just off the fine arts museum and park and Torre Latinoamericana.

Kate

stayed in 2022-06-05

7 / 10

plus

Clean property with attentive staff apart from the manager. Really right place for a couple of nights.

Harry

stayed in 2022-05-09

10 / 10

plus

Efficient and decent staff are apart from the manager. It has incredible, stunning setting, so close to buses, restaurants, museums, excelent location, tourist attractions and restaurants. There's Pasteleria Ideal a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel, they have tea/coffee/desserts.

Anne

stayed in 2022-05-09

10 / 10

plus

Enjoyed staff and location, they were very good. The restaurant was great and offered amazing dishes. This was my really great stay in an excellent area: D

John

stayed in 2021-10-24

10 / 10

plus

Everything was really good, helpful staff made our stay really really nice. The room was brand-new with comfy beds. Large private bathroom. The hotel of choice in Mexico City.

Jacques

stayed in 2021-09-21

9 / 10

plus

actually everything was very clean. top location, delicious breakfast, competent staff and complimentary wi-fi. my room was adequate and unique, i liked it.

Donald

stayed in 2021-10-23

7 / 10

plus

It is low-budget place to stay, the food is fab, and location is best possible close to landmarks.

Mike

stayed in 2021-09-23

8 / 10

plus

Budget place, amiable staff...

Nick

stayed in 2021-07-21

8 / 10

plus

Nice little hotel, amazing design. Central location. The airport is easy to get to, it's 0.5 miles away.

Jason

stayed in 2022-04-21

9 / 10

plus

Overall perfectly pleasant stay. Awesome location, affable staff, comfortable beds. Room was big and adequate. Early check-in, late check-out. Restaurant was good with good service and great food.

Jason

stayed in 2021-08-21

7 / 10

plus

The staff and location were NICE. I loved having a safe box and a work desk.

George

stayed in 2021-09-24

8 / 10

plus

Everything was perfect, I loved my stay. The breakfast was included, that was a bonus. The room was cheap and packs all that was necessary. Its location was very central, walking distance to Downtown Mexico.

Alfred

stayed in 2021-07-21

8 / 10

plus

Lovely breakfast, courteous service. Spectacular location, 15 minutes drive from the airport.

Don

stayed in 2021-07-21

9 / 10

plus

It made my trip to Mexico City a truly memorable experience. Cozy room, cool location & outstanding breakfast. A fantastic beach, excellent view.

Herbert

stayed in 2021-09-28

7 / 10

plus

Polite staff, rooms are spotless and cheap, and location is simple.

Martha

stayed in 2021-03-28

9 / 10

plus

staff and location were pleasant and i especially truly enjoyed that the place was clean. fine reception. what is more that free wi-fi was provided throughout the property. my experience at this absolutely gorgeous hotel was such great.

David

stayed in 2020-07-28

8 / 10

plus

We appreciated our stay in Principal. The housekeeping staff was great and the location was perfect. Fuente is near to the hotel.

John

stayed in 2021-01-28

6 / 10

plus

We really loved this hotel. Queen room was the best. Moreover, we parked nearby.

minus

Sadly, but there was hair.

Philip

stayed in 2021-05-08

7 / 10

plus

We thoroughly enjoyed our time here. It was nice to have a computer in the reception. The cafe bar was a delightful surprise.

Richard

stayed in 2020-01-23

10 / 10

plus

We enjoyed principal from the moment we entered. Good base for a city break in Mexico City;)))

William

stayed in 2020-01-23

8 / 10

plus

Few of nice tourist spots, for example torre latinoamericana were right by the venue. Very good location. Cafe de Tacuba is within short walking distance to the hotel...

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