I have stayed in dozens of places in Mexico City and this is my favorite place yet! I stayed for two months so I can provide some specifics about what makes this place so wonderful. First, the location is absolutely perfect. You are close to everything in Condesa and everything you need is no more than a few steps away. From tacos to laundry service to a 24-hour pharmacy or a convenience store you have it all. The house is extremely quiet too. You don’t hear any street noise and the walls must be very thick because I never heard neighbors either.
The house itself has several attributes that make it a wonderful place to stay. First, it’s a great size with usable space. The two en-suite bedrooms are perfect and both showers are huge. There is also a bathroom on the main floor for guests. Yes, it really is a two-story place with a rooftop terrace! Having the outdoor space is so crucial to enjoying time in Mexico City.
There are a few positives to note about living in the house: ample hot water, fast wifi and easy exit to the street. Many places in Mexico City have difficulty delivering consistent hot water for showering but not this house. The hot water is 100% consistent and lasts long enough for several people to shower one right after the other. WiFi and internet speed can often be tricky as well but here the internet is fast and the WiFi reaches everywhere in the house, even the terrace! And finally, I have to mention that the house is very secure being behind two locked entryways and yet you can exit the house without fumbling for keys. Most houses and apartments in Mexico City need a key or keys to exit the building but in this house you can unlock both doors to the outside at the push of a button. Also, the intercom works perfectly. You can let guests in remotely. All of this is definitely a plus!
The house has everything you could want. All amenities are present, even ones you didn’t know you needed! Gabriela is the best host I have every encountered at Airbnb. She thinks of everything! And if you need anything she responds incredibly quickly and always with grace and kindness. You really cannot find a better host!
Chela, the housekeeper comes on Fridays and is a lovely person. Even though there is laundry onsite, Chela was able to do help me by doing my laundry weekly for a small fee. The building is maintained by Fausto who comes by regularly to collect the garbage and change the bottled water. This is an absolutely awesome service that is so appreciated especially for longer stays. Both Chela and Fausto are very kind and never intrusive.
If you are lucky enough to find Gabriela’s place available, book it! You won’t regret it.