Zocalo CentralvsHostel Mundo Joven Catedral
Both hotels are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Zocalo Central is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral. Zocalo Central ranks #24 in Mexico City with endorsements from 5 sources including Lonely Planet, Gayot and Fodor's.
Zocalo Central
Avenida Cinco De Mayo 61 Col. Centro City 06000
From $94/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Located next to the city's historic central square, this unique Holiday Inn is decorated in colonial Mexican style with colorful art, antiques, handicrafts, and other charming touches." Full review
Fodor's
"This hotel couldn't have a better location—on the Zócalo and close to a gaggle of museums, restaurants, and historic buildings."
Lonely Planet
"Northernmost of the three upper-echelon hotels facing the Zócalo, the Holiday Inn seems the least pretentious, eschewing colonial trimmings for contemporary comfort."
DK Eyewitness
"This historic colonial building located across from the Zócalo houses a thoroughly modern Holiday Inn with a glass front lobby."
Gayot
"Modern conveniences meet an Old World atmosphere at this centrally located hotel."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 105-room Zocalo Central is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel with a prime location overlooking Mexico City's Zocalo and Catedral Metropolitana." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The rooftop restaurant at this comfortable boutique hotel, in the heart of the city, has one of the best views of Zócalo." Full review
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