HOTEL PRINCIPAL, Mexico City – Your ideal downtown stay
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Hotel Overview
Bolivar 29 Col. Centro,
Mexico City,
Mexico,
06000,
Federal District
Hotel Principal - Budget-friendly historic hotel near Palacio de Bellas Artes and Benito Juárez Airport
Hotel Principal is located in the heart of Mexico City's historic center, a 5-minute walk from Palacio de Bellas Artes and the National Art Museum. The property features traditional Spanish colonial architecture with an indoor glass-roofed atrium. The on-site Parrilla Leonesa restaurant serves Mexican and international dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Amenities include a fitness center, a business center, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Public parking is available for MXN 170 per day. The hotel is 10 km from Benito Juárez International Airport.
Additional perks of the hotel
Concierge services and tour/ticket assistance
A small computer station and pay phone in the lobby
Elevator access
A strong police presence on surrounding street corners
Guest Rooms
The hotel's 80 guest rooms are designed around an indoor glass-roofed atrium. Rooms feature double or king beds with old-fashioned bedding, laminated wood floors, and gray walls. All accommodations include free WiFi, cable TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, hot water, and free basic toiletries.
Other conveniences
AM/FM alarm clocks
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Marble tile floors in room interiors
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Amenities
Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Dining
Restaurant
Room features
Air conditioning
Terrace
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Location
Bolivar 29 Col. Centro,
Mexico City,
Mexico,
06000,
Federal District
Map view
Bolivar 29 Col. Centro,
Mexico City,
Mexico,
06000,
Federal District
City landmarks
Opera House
Palacio de Bellas Artes
690 m
Museum
Templo Mayor Museum
940 m
Park
Alameda Central
1.0
km
Public Building
National Palace
1.2
km
Museum
Former College of San Ildefonso
1.2
km
Museum
Memory and Tolerance Museum
810 m
Landmark
Monument to the Revolution
1.8
km
Square
Plaza Garibaldi
1.3
km
Museum
Museo Franz Mayer
1.0
km
Museum
Museo de Arte Popular
970 m
Landmark
The Angel of Independence
3.1
km
Museum
Museo Mural Diego Rivera
1.1
km
Landmark
Museum of the City of Mexico
1.0
km
Stadium
Arena Coliseo Mexico City
1.0
km
Landmark
Tequila and Mezcal Museum
1.1
km
Church
Church Of La Esnsenanza
730 m
Landmark
Zocalo
720 m
Museum
Museo Nacional de las Culturas
1.1
km
Stadium
Arena Mexico
2.3
km
Nearby
Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas 2
Torre Latinoamericana
420 m
Francisco I. Madero 4 Centro Histórico
The House of Tiles
340 m
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City
130 m
Museum
Munal
570 m
Calle Tacuba 1
Palacio Postal
490 m
Av Francisco I. Madero
Francisco I. Madero Avenue
190 m
Museum
Interactive Museum of Economics
360 m
Museum
Estanquillo Museum
390 m
Republica de Cuba
Edifice of the Secretaria de Educacion Publica
520 m
Square
Historic Center
390 m
Calle Francisco i. Madero 74 Delegación Cuauhtemoc
Mumedi
590 m
Restaurants
Casa Churra
110 m
Calle 16 de Septiembre 26 Entre Gante y Bolivar
Pirates Burgers
60 m
Isabel la Catolica 39 PB
El Moro
480 m
42 Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas
Pasteleria Ideal
190 m
Calle 16 de Septiembre 18 Col. Centro
Pasaguero
220 m
Motolinia 33 Colonia Centro Historico
Restaurante Vegetariano Motolinia
220 m
Peatonal Motolinia 31 Entre Madero Y 16 De Septiembre
Talisman de Motolinia
220 m
Peatonal Motolinia 31 Colonia Centro
La Isla Del Dragon
250 m
Filomena Mata 15 Centro de la Ciudad de México
McDonald's
230 m
Cuauhtemoc Centro Calle Francisco i. Madero 39
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
3.5/5
based on 301 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 3706 reviews
#133 of 450 hotels in Mexico City based on Tripadvisor
Jerry
United States,
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,
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,
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.
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