Casa Mariscal is an absolutely beautiful accommodation in a lovely neighbourhood not often frequented by tourists in Mexico City. There is so much here to delight the eye, from the lush courtyard garden, thoughtful art pieces and stunning contemporary design. Prior to our arrival, Julio's prompt responses were detailed and helpful. And while on site, the maintenance team were friendly and polite. If you appreciate form over function, you will not be disappointed with Casa Mariscal.
However, if you value comfort your stay may be problematic. On our second night in room 8, we were kept up by an extremely loud mechanical noise that repeated at regular intervals until 5 am. Even though this issue has been mentioned in a few other reviews, we were told by our host that it had never happened before.
The bathrooms may look stunning, but they were not designed with much thought to function. As mentioned in other reviews, the shower water temperature was a constant issue. Towel hooks and counter space were lacking, and the provision of a jug of store-bought shampoo seemed very off-brand. The shower head was encrusted in salt and lime deposits, and the bedding and towels were threadbare.
With more attention to these details, Casa Mariscal could be a truly exceptional place to stay. While we don't regret our choice, on our next visit to the city we will probably look elsewhere.