Hotel CatedralvsHostel Mundo Joven Catedral
Both properties are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Catedral is preferred by most writers compared to Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral. Hotel Catedral comes in at 78 with positive reviews from 5 reviewers such as Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Hotel Catedral
Donceles #95, Col. Centro City 06020
From $38/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This bargain hotel enjoys a stellar location 1 block north of Calle Tacuba on tree-shaded Calle Donceles, half a block from the Templo Mayor, and a block from the Museo San Ildefonso." Full review
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Ask for a top-floor room with a view.
Fodor's
"This refurbished older hotel on a busy street in the heart of downtown is a bargain, with many of the amenities of the more upscale hotels at less than half the price." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Near ‘one of the most busiest touristic areas,’ as the website points out, this comfortable lodging has clearly considered its prime location." Full review
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Request a remodeled room (the firm mattresses and new dark wood furnishings are well worth the additional M$60).
DK Eyewitness
"This small hotel with 116 rooms has a lovely lobby with gleaming marble floors, dark woodwork, and arched windows."
Michelin Guide
"The Catedral is right in the heart of the city a block from the Zocalo-so noise can creep in-but the rooms are spacious, comfortable and attractively decorated."
Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral
Republica de Guatemala No. 4, Centro Historico, Delegacion Cuauhtemoc City 06020
From $8/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Breakfast included
Fodor's
"In the heart of downtown Mexico City, just behind the Catedral Metropolitana, this large hostel provides sunny, clean, and comfortable rooms at rock-bottom prices." Full review
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If you're on a tight budget, ask about the shared rooms.
Rough Guide
"Large, secure and efficiently run modern place behind the cathedral."
DK Eyewitness
"Affiliated to Hostelling International, this hostel has an attractive lobby with a full service café, friendly bilingual staff, and offers tours."
Lonely Planet
"Backpacker central, this HI affiliate is abuzz with a global rainbow of young travelers. Dorms are tidy and guests relish the rooftop bar, yet it’s not the quietest of hostels." Full review