What a wonderful trip to Mexico City! Minerva and her family were wonderful hosts, and I cannot give a higher recommendation.

Villa Alfonsina is even lovelier than even the photos indicate, and my room was very comfortable (and quiet).

It is located in Coyoacan, rather than the city center, so it has a more relaxed feeling. Plus, the Frida Kahlo museum is literally across the street (how convenient!). You are just a short walk -- a few blocks -- from the Hidalgo market, which has great food and fun things to shop for as well as the turibus bus stop (which I highly recommend as well).