This was our first trip to Mexico City and it was made all the better by Fernando and his apartment. We would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting CDMX.
THE HOST: Fernando was in contact with us prior to our arrival to ensure that we knew which taxi to take, directions to the apartment, and that he would be there to meet us. Fernando himself was very accommodating - he met us at the apartment and was so kind and welcoming. He has maps and guides as well as tips for local restaurants and bars available for your visit.
APARTMENT: The pictures and description don't do it justice - it was awesome! There is a view of the Castillo de Chapultepec out of the living room and bedroom! The apartment is a one-bedroom, two-bathroom on the eighth floor of a gated building. Fernando introduced us to the guards when we arrived and they buzzed us in without question for our entire visit. Although it is on the street side of the building, there was very little traffic noise when the windows are closed. The apartment comes with everything you need - oven, toaster, fridge, plates/glasses/utensils, TV with cable, and a washer/dryer, which helps when you get caught in a heavy Mexico City downpour.
LOCATION: The neighborhood is on the edge of Roma Norte and La Condesa - just a couple blocks to Angel of Independence and the Turibus & Capital Bus routes. Everything you need is nearby - there is an Oxxo convenience store on the corner of the same block for waters, snacks, and other drinks, and a Sumesa (grocery store) two blocks away, as well as a department store across the street. Roma Norte has a ton of places to hang out and is very walkable. We had morning coffee in La Condesa, dinner on Paseo de la Reforma, and drinks in Roma Norte, all without walking more than 15 minutes. For further afield, we took Ubers or the Turibus.