We couldn't have picked a better place or had a better host for our first trip to Mexico. The apartment was immaculate with wonderful views and within walking distance of amazing restaurants, bakeries, museums, and everything else in the Centro Historico. As a party of six, we had ample room in the spacious apartment and Ceci made our return home each day special with clean rooms and a fresh selection of pan dulce (sweet bread).
My only complaint is that Petra has likely spoiled us for any future Airbnb hosts we stay with...she was phenomenal! Weeks before we even departed, Petra had made arrangements for us to get to/from the airport (our driver was awesome) and provided tons of information on tours and activities within and outside the city. During our stay, we had the pleasure of two tours with Petra -- a hot air balloon ride/guided tour of Teotihuacan and her exclusive Behind the Palace walking tour. I could go on forever about each one but let me just say that both tours were absolutely fascinating and were made even more special due to Petra's unique insight and wonderful rapport with the local community.
Outside of the tours, Petra helped us plan our other days -- sending us to incredible markets and museums, and even made reservations for us at one of her favorite restaurants (under her name, of course, to get the best table available). Her love of this historic city is infectious and by the end of our stay, we found ourselves daydreaming of what it'd be like to pull up stakes and move there. We can't thank Petra enough for helping create lifelong memories that we'll always cherish. Now we just need to figure out when we're going back.