Marcela's place in my opinion has one of the best locations, if not the best. The subway station is only 5 minutes of her place and the metro bus station only 7. This is so necessary in a city that traffic can get the most out of your trip and patience. Lol. The downtown restaurants are within a 20 minute walk at the most. I recommend Cafe Tacuba, and la Parroquia de Veracruz. This is a no brainer whether it is your first time to the City or if you are a regular. The view from her place is surreal. I mean, having the palace of Beautiful Arts within a few hundred yards is a sight to contemplate. Not to mention on a clear day half of the Valley of Mexico with all its green hills and the two main volcanoes. You will not regret it. Btw, taqueria El Caifan on the corner is a delicacy.