This hotel was such a gem. Only $45 US a night and it was excellently located behind the Cathedral and Zocalo. We had a big room, huge king-sized bed and huge bathroom with tub, which was kept immaculate. There's a spout in the bathroom for purified water--very convenient (though not over the sink, unfortunately) and the abthroom had a bidet, too (not our thing but thought others would want to know). They also provided two extra warm blaknets for the unseasonably cold weather.

The front desk was helpful. The restaurant was decent, breakfast was great, dinner was so-so. They have fairly cheap internet access, a bit under $1 US an hour. Also, they have a travel desk, though the clerk there doesn't speak English.

Unless you want a rock concert right in your room, stay away.

It was a Thursday night; not a holiday, just an ordinary day. It started muted mid-evening, we put our earplugs on. But, the loudness increased; the decibels got so high you would have thought we had invited a rock band in our room. We had interior court, 2 blocks from the Zocalo. Wax ear plugs and sleeping pills were useless.

For that reason alone, the Catedral hotel is a bad address; at least for those who want to sightsee, not change rooms.

Our room was also run down; the furniture & carpet shabby, the mattress shot. The bathroom was reasonable.

We had reserved for quiet over a month ahead & checked in early.

So it leaves me wondering who is really raving about the Catedral hotel.





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We can't say enough about the Hotel Catedral. While the rooms were average, everything else was exemplary. Both the hotel and restaurant staff were genuinely friendly, the price was right, the location near the Zocalo and Metro was ideal, and the view from the rooftop delightful. Some have commented on the police presence outside the hotel. Indeed, walking north of the hotel late at night is inadvisable. However, we felt very safe hanging out late in the Zocalo watching the Aztec dancers perform their impossibly perfect moves. Like most big cities, just be vigilant and use common sense.

Karen, Colorado, USA

This hotel is a very good option for travellers who like to stay at a good but inexpensive hotel in the city centre of Mexico City.

Please do not expect 4* stylish rooms or excellent service, but do expect clean, average rooms, a tasty breakfast a la carte, reasonable prices ..... just steps away from the cathedral.

I can highly recommend this place!