My gf and I worked remotely here 4 weeks and it was okay.
Pros:
- The location is great
- WiFi is good enough for two people on video meetings
- Alberto was accommodating and lent us a hair dryer
- neighborhood is quiet
- building is relatively quiet
- the kitchen has the basics (could use more serving bowls)
Cons:
- Mosquitos bite you. Every. Single. Night. Even with closed windows.
- Could be cleaner. Last guy’s stinky BO lingered in the bed sheets. Dead bugs were smushed against the wall and just left there.
- Apartment is not well constructed or well maintained. It’s kind of dark, low water pressure, shower sprays everywhere, flickering lights, broken sliding doors, we had to repair one of the chairs.
- No laundry in unit. service is available but pricey. Condesa has wash and fold for one fourth the price.
Clearly this is better for a shorter stay or for vacationers not looking to spend much time inside.
We picked this place because we needed separate work space and it was cheaper than other options nearby. We lived two months in much nicer homes in Roma Norte and La Condesa and would have gladly paid more again to stay in a real home instead of a “meh” high volume airbnb hotel.
With a few minor improvements, this place could be really great.