Hotel Principal Mexico City, Mexico City ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Calle Bolivar 29 Centro Hist\u00F3rico, Mexico City, Mexico, 06000

Hotel Principal features traditional Spanish colonial architecture typical of Mexico City's historic center. It serves as an affordable option for travelers seeking to recharge while exploring the city's rich cultural landscape. The hotel is situated near numerous landmarks, including Palacio de Bellas Artes and the bustling Zócalo plaza. Guests can expect a welcoming atmosphere and excellent service during their stay.

Location

Hotel Principal is located in the heart of Mexico City's Historic Centre, less than five minutes from major attractions like the National Art Museum and Palacio de Bellas Artes. The hotel enjoys a strong police presence in the immediate area, contributing to guest safety. Benito Juárez International Airport is approximately 6 miles away, and the hotel is within easy walking distance of various shops, bars, and restaurants.

Rooms

Hotel Principal offers 80 guest rooms designed around an indoor glass-roofed atrium. Each room includes amenities such as free Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. The decor features gray walls, laminated wood floors, and old-fashioned bedding, creating a simple yet comfortable environment. Noise from other guests in the corridors can sometimes be heard.

Eat & Drink

Parrilla Leonesa, the hotel's on-site restaurant, serves a menu of Mexican and international dishes. Guests can enjoy affordable a la carte breakfasts and choose from options for lunch and dinner. The restaurant's modern setting provides a pleasant dining atmosphere. Nearby, El Moro is known for its famous churros, adding to the culinary experience in the area.

Leisure & Business

Recreational amenities at Hotel Principal include a fitness center and a terrace for relaxation. The hotel also offers a small business center, computer station, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Public parking is available nearby at an additional cost, making it a convenient choice for guests with vehicles.

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18 m²

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15 m²

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20 m²

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City Center

Mexico City2300 ft

Airports

Benito Juarez International (MEX) 5.0 mi

Lic. Adolfo Lopez Mateos International (TLC) 36.9 mi

Metro stations

San Juan de Letran1400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Accommodations

The room was genuinely spacious with high ceilings, providing an airy and comfortable atmosphere that felt like a home away from home.view full review

Delicious Breakfast

The complimentary breakfast was a delightful surprise, featuring an array of fresh options that energized us for the day ahead.view full review

Charming Rooftop

The rooftop terrace offered stunning views and a peaceful retreat; it was a lovely place to unwind after a day of exploring.view full review

Luggage Storage

The complimentary luggage storage service was incredibly useful, allowing us to explore the city unencumbered after check-out.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Business center

Room features

Air conditioning
Patio
Terrace

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Calle Bolivar 29 Centro Hist\u00F3rico, Mexico City, Mexico, 06000

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Calle Bolivar 29 Centro Hist\u00F3rico, Mexico City, Mexico, 06000

City landmarks

Opera House

Palacio de Bellas Artes

2300 ft

Museums

Templo Mayor Museum

3100 ft

Parks

Alameda Central

3400 ft

Public Building

National Palace

3900 ft

Museums

Former College of San Ildefonso

4100 ft

Museums

Memory and Tolerance Museum

2700 ft

Plaza de la Republica

Monument to the Revolution

1.1 mi

Square

Plaza Garibaldi

4200 ft

Museums

Museo Franz Mayer

3300 ft

Museums

Museo de Arte Popular

3200 ft

Paseo de la Reforma

The Angel of Independence

1.9 mi

Museums

Museo Mural Diego Rivera

3700 ft

30 Pino Suarez Street

Museum of the City of Mexico

3400 ft

Stadiums

Arena Coliseo Mexico City

3500 ft

Plaza Garibaldi

Tequila and Mezcal Museum

3800 ft

Church

Church Of La Esnsenanza

2500 ft

Calle Plaza de La Constitucion S/N

Zocalo

2400 ft

Museums

Museo Nacional de las Culturas

3500 ft

Stadiums

Arena Mexico

1.4 mi

Nearby

Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas 2

Torre Latinoamericana

1400 ft

Francisco I. Madero 4 Centro Histórico

The House of Tiles

1200 ft

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City

500 ft

Museums

Munal

1900 ft

Calle Tacuba 1

Palacio Postal

1700 ft

Av Francisco I. Madero

Francisco I. Madero Avenue

700 ft

Museums

Interactive Museum of Economics

1200 ft

Museums

Estanquillo Museum

1300 ft

Republica de Cuba

Edifice of the Secretaria de Educacion Publica

1800 ft

Square

Historic Center

1300 ft

Calle Francisco i. Madero 74 Delegación Cuauhtemoc

Mumedi

2000 ft

Restaurants

Casa Churra

400 ft

Calle 16 de Septiembre 26 Entre Gante y Bolivar

Pirates Burgers

200 ft

Isabel la Catolica 39 PB

El Moro

1600 ft

42 Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas

Pasteleria Ideal

700 ft

Calle 16 de Septiembre 18 Col. Centro

Pasaguero

800 ft

Motolinia 33 Colonia Centro Historico

Restaurante Vegetariano Motolinia

800 ft

Peatonal Motolinia 31 Entre Madero Y 16 De Septiembre

Talisman de Motolinia

800 ft

Peatonal Motolinia 31 Colonia Centro

La Isla Del Dragon

900 ft

Filomena Mata 15 Centro de la Ciudad de México

McDonald's

800 ft

Cuauhtemoc Centro Calle Francisco i. Madero 39

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

great location

noisy rooms

initial room conditions

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

6.7

Location

9.0

Service

7.0

Dining

8.0

3.5/5 based on 301 review

#133 of 450 hotels in Mexico City based on Tripadvisor

Jerry

United States of America, April 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is situated in the historic center of Mexico City, offering a perfect location for exploring the city's attractions. The rooms, while small and with a recent paint smell, are typical for the area. Despite the lack of fans or screens on the windows leading to mosquito bites, the double bed is adequate for a short stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although small and with a noticeable paint smell, are standard for Mexico City. The absence of fans or window screens resulted in mosquito bites, but the double bed was sufficient for our stay.

Service

7.0

The service provided, including room service and housekeeping, was satisfactory during our visit.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the heart of the historic center allowed for easy access to numerous shops, restaurants, and bars. It was safe to explore even at night, with a vibrant atmosphere until the bars closed.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered good traditional dishes for breakfast, including cereal, eggs, natural juice, bread, coffee, veggies, and cheese.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities were adequate for our needs during the stay.

Michelle

United States of America, September 2023

7.6/10

The hotel had some challenges with noisy rooms that felt cramped but was near the front of the building. Fortunately, after upgrading to a family room, the stay improved with a nice and clean experience.

Rooms

7.0

The initial rooms were small and very noisy, facing the corridor with a gap above the door and showing signs of fungus. However, upgrading to a family room provided a nice and clean stay.

Service

7.0

The service, including room service, housekeeping, and tours/ticket assistance, was satisfactory overall.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, centrally situated near many shops, restaurants, and attractions, including a short walk to the city square and with access to transportation options like Metro and Metrobus.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered good traditional dishes with a nice variety of options, including cereal, eggs, juice, and coffee.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, providing a comfortable dining area for meals.

clean

noisy rooms

Jane

United States of America, May 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The location was fantastic, right in the heart of Mexico City with easy access to key attractions, but the room had some drawbacks being small and not soundproof. The dining options were decent, but the service could have been more friendly.

Rooms

6.0

My room was on the small side and not soundproof, located right in front of the elevator and close to the shared shower, which made it a bit loud. However, given the lowest price I paid on the 5th floor, it was acceptable.

Service

7.0

The service was standard with room service, housekeeping, and tours/ticket assistance available, but nothing exceptional. The staff could have been more friendly and attentive.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, in the historic center close to the fine arts museum and park, making it safe and convenient to explore the city day and night. Right in the city center with great cafes nearby.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered good traditional dishes, including cereal, eggs, natural juice, bread, coffee, veggies, and cheese. However, the staff at the front desk could have been more welcoming.

Facilities

7.0

However, the overall stay was decent considering the value for money.