Where to start... Carmina was a real pleasure to chat with and always quick to respond. She was clear in coordinating arrival plans, making suggestions for our stay, and answering any questions I had along the way. And as for the apartment goes, let's just say that the pictures don't do the it justice. The view—simply put—is spectacular, and the location couldn't have been better.
The apartment is located steps from the Fuente de Cibeles, nestled in a quant, friendly and walkable neighborhood in Roma Norte. After exploring a few areas throughout the city during our visit, we couldn't have chosen wiser. There's a number of great cafe's, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife just steps away. The 24-hour doormen we're great, and added an extra level of comfort and security (though not a necessary concern IMO given how nice it is over there). Uber pick up/drop off was seamless, and a huge time/nerves saver for travel to/from the airport. And lastly, the city wide bike rental program has a station just across the fountain, which is a highly enjoyable way to experience the city. I never imagined CDMX being so bike friendly, but to our surprise, it was a safe and fun way to move around.
The apartment is decorated wonderfully with a minimalist, mid-century vibe. As I said, the view is incredible. I sat at the windows for who-knows-how-long, just mesmerized by the skyline and activity happening below. It's relatively quiet, though at night there's a steady ambient hum that comes with living in a city, and during the day there can be some traffic noise, but if you come from a city, it's all to be expected. The beds were cozy, the wifi was stable, and the place was spotless. All-in-all, an A+ listing.
I also have to extend a special thanks to Carmina for connecting us with Luis, who took us on an unforgettable trip to Teotihuacan and Coyoacan. He was such a great guide. So much so that I feel like I now have a new friend in Mexico City. Definitely ask her for his information if you're looking to do a day trip in the area. He's super friendly, passionate and very knowledgeable about the history of the city, it's people, and it's culture. You'll get a great education while seeing some incredible sites!