The area:
This unit is located in Roma Norte, one of the best areas of CDMX. There are plenty of different eateries, bars, restaurants of all kinds (and for all budgets), clubs, shops (including 24 hours ones) and it is generally really safe - of course all the general precautions are advisable as in any big city. The other lively and cool neighbourhoods such as Condesa, Centro and Polanco are also super close, so there is really a lot for every taste. Public transport is super easy to get, the closest metro/bus station is Insurgentes and you can buy a metro card inside the station for 10 $MEX and top it up with credit (any ride is 5 $MEX, super cheap!)
The apartment:
It's obvious that Jorge, the host, takes great care of this unit. The flat is located on the very top floor of a small building, so be prepared to climb some steep stairs - we did it without any issues, even at night, as there are sensor lights that switch on just when you need them. On entry, there is a spacious kitchen area with a table, chairs, fridge and freezer, cooker, shelves, etc. - all you need to cook and eat apart from an oven or a microwave, but it is unlikely you'll need them (especially given the abundance of great food in the vicinity of this place). On one side of the kitchen you'll find the bedroom and bathroom - great shower pressure and temperature, plenty of natural light (if light affects your sleep, please bring a sleep mask). It is, like I said, a lively area, so you'll hear some music coming from the bars nearby - this has not been an issue for us, as (a) the flat is on the top floor and the volume is really low, and (b) it all stops around midnight anyway, so no risk of noise until the early hours! Finally, the terrace - really a showstopper! Make sure you take advantage of the view, especially at sunset, perhaps while sipping some cold beer. Beware - CDMX is at 2,500 meters above sea level, so it gets quite chilly at night and in the early morning.
The host:
This is probably the best feature of this listing. Jorge is amazing! He accommodated our requests due to flight delays, he stayed with us until he was sure we were satisfied with the flat, he even helped us with one of our bags! We kept communication channels constantly open, and Jorge must be one of the most responsive hosts I have ever come across. He sent us great tips to navigate the city and was always there when we needed him. He is a really great person and we wish we could return soon to this place, as he really makes it the amazing place it is.