The Bar/Lounge at Condesa DF

"Which room to book: Avoid those with courtyard balconies, which are windowless and receive no natural light when the balcony door is closed Amenities: Bar/lounge, Gym, 24-hour Room Service View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2005 ›"

"Rooms in the remodeled 1920s building encircle an atrium/bar that draws scenemakers nightly"

"This intimate-yet-hip hotel is located on Veracruz, a lovely, tree-lined street in Colonia Condesa; it offers great views of Parque España and the Chapultepec Castle from its rooftop bar, which is tranquil during the day but gets energized at night"

"Past the minimalist lobby, visitors enter a triangular courtyard restaurant where chic locals of all ages congregate; the scene continues at the rooftop sushi bar, and in-room iPods move the groove seamlessly from bar to bedroom"

"The location next to Parque Espana provides fabulous views, and the rooftop bar is one of the area's modern landmarks"

"Hotel Condesa is the perfect jumping off point not only because it's located in the heart of the neighborhood, but because its open-air lobby bar is a local hot spot"

"Elsewhere, there’s a gym where you can keep up your workout regimen, but the real show-stopper is the fourth-floor rooftop lounge, which is dotted with round cushioned daybeds and white umbrellas; it’s the perfect spot for spending an evening with friends and sipping a few margaritas while taking in the views of Chapultepec Castle and Parque España"

"This perch serves as a sushi bar, cocktail lounge and dance club rolled up into one, with sitting areas resembling individual lounges"

"We ward off the cold by cuddling beneath a blanket, as lounge music and the gentle throb of conversation provides our soundtrack"