This was my second stay at this gorgeous apartment. Ideally situated between the sights of Chapultepec park and the endless charms of La Condesa and Roma Norte, it is the perfect jumping-off point for anyone wishing to explore this side of CDMX. I’d also highly recommend this location for anyone visiting CDMX for business, due to its proximity to the offices on Paseo de la Reforma. Indeed, it is this proximity that affords the apartment its biggest asset—sweeping views of the impressive skyline, including the ultra-modern skyscrapers on Paseo de la Reforma, the Castillo de Chapultepec, and even the Torre Latinoamericana near the city’s historic center. The massive terrace and sliding glass wall invite long evenings with wine gazing out at the bustling city; this view alone was reason enough to return.
The apartment itself is modern, exceptionally clean, and well-equipped. Two spacious bedrooms, modern marble bathrooms, two large terraces (front and rear), laundry facilities and a full kitchen make for extremely livable accommodation, even for longer-term renters. Had I not stayed here previously, I would end here; by any standard this is a gorgeous AirBnB. But in the year since I stayed here last, it has begun to show its age. While clean, some of the furniture and finishes have begun to wear. Some of the linens were showing their wear. A lamp in the bedroom didn’t work. The kitchen, once well-equipped, was lacking a few of the more thoughtful touches I remember from my last stay—a complimentary bag of coffee, plentiful water bottles, paper towels. All things easily purchased at the nearby (and very nice) Superama, but nice touches nonetheless. A foul odor was emanating from (I believe) the shower drain in the master bedroom which, while unpleasant at times, didn’t materially affect our enjoyment of the apartment. The building management seems to be aware of the problem, but unaware of the source, so just something to be aware of. Most disappointing, though, was an intermittent electronic buzzing sound, audible throughout the apartment but most prominent in the second bedroom, where it so irritated one of my fellow travelers that they slept in the living room on the sofa. We couldn’t identify the source, but did notify management, although I am unsure of whether it was investigated. If you’re only using the rear (master) bedroom, this won’t be an issue.
Arturo, the representative that we dealt with at check-in and throughout our stay, was excellent. Extremely responsive, courteous, and helpful, he assisted us when we had a problem with accessing the apartment, and checked in on us later to let us know he would send maintenance to inspect the door lock. Check-in was extremely easy and the hosts are always accessible and responsive. The 24-hour doorman was pleasant and helpful (note: a tip is expected at the end of your stay), and I was impressed overall with the level of service.
I have stayed in multiple of the hosts properties around La Condesa, and all have been well-run and finished to a high standard. The flaws discussed above are relative—the apartment, its convenient location and its amazing views are all well worthwhile. I’ll certainly consider a repeat visit, but hopefully a couple of these issues have been addressed.