Hotel Maria CristinavsCamino Real Polanco Mexico
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Camino Real Polanco Mexico is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel Maria Cristina. Camino Real Polanco Mexico is ranked #12 in Mexico City with endorsements from 9 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Maria Cristina
Rio Lerma No. 31, Colonia Cuauhtemoc City 06500
From $54/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This classic choice for budget travelers is conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from the Zona Rosa." Full review
Fodor's
"This Spanish colonial–style gem is a Mexico City classic." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Dating from the 1930s, this facsimile of an Andalucian estate makes an appealing retreat, particularly the adjacent bar with patio seating." Full review
Rough Guide
"Popular with European visitors, the rooms are bright and quiet, though without the wood panelling and blue tiles of the public areas."
DK Eyewitness
"A small hotel in a charming rose-colored four-story colonial building close to the UK Embassy. The garden offers a retreat from the bustle of the city."
Michelin Guide
"The reception area, decorated with tiles, sets the tone to this attractive traditional hotel in the Embassy area just north of Paseo de la Reforma."
Camino Real Polanco Mexico
General Mariano Escobedo 700, Colonia Anzúres City 11590
From $58/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge
"Although it was built in 1968, the Camino Real still has the feel of a modern grand hotel—maybe because of all the priceless works of art, such as a mural by Rufino Tamayo in the lobby."
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Avoid low floors with interior views, unless you want to spend all your time in the dark.
Lonely Planet
"With over 700 rooms and covering 33,000 sq meters of grounds, the Camino Real is a truly monumental endeavor." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This modern resort-hotel designed by Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta is conveniently located just off Paseo de la Reforma."
Michelin Guide
"Flagship of a chain with properties all over Mexico, this giant hotel offers every luxury, including a choice of nine fine restaurants."
Star Service
"Still, there is no denying its world-class modern minimalist architecture and museum-worthy contemporary art collection are stunning. " Full review
Fodor's
"About the size of Teotihuacán's Pyramid of the Sun, this sleek, low-slung, 8-acre megalith was designed by Mexico's modern master, Ricardo Legorreta." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
""Designed by architect Ricardo Legorreta for the 1968 Summer Olympics, the hotel is a modernist classic on the grandest scale." Full review
Afar Magazine
"There's a lot to recommend the Camino Real in Polanco, especially if you're an architecture and art aficionado." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located on a quiet tree-lined street just one block from Chapultepec Park, the Camino Real Polanco Mexico has a contemporary façade with a pink sculptural wall." Full review
Frommer's
"Although it is aging, the Camino Real remains one of the capital's top spots for business and social entertaining, and frequently sells out." Full review