W Mexico CityvsHotel Maria Cristina
Both hotels are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, W Mexico City scores significantly better than Hotel Maria Cristina. W Mexico City ranks #5 in Mexico City with recommendations from 12 sources including Lonely Planet, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
W Mexico City Show All Reviews
Campos Eliseos 252 City 11560
From $120/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"And don't forget the 237 bedrooms, where red walls add a sensuous touch to rooms that otherwise would be a bit sterile."
Fodor's
"It manages to be informal and chic at the same time, with the staff clad in casual black rather than the usual stiff uniforms." Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of the four sentinels opposite the Auditorio Nacional, this 25-floor business hotel is determined to break away from the stodginess of its neighbors." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"All the chain’s stalwarts are present and accounted for: black-clad staff, poser-friendly bar, souped-up Ikea-esque furnishings." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The hotel has a contemporary design and the decor is tastefully elegant although accented in pulsating red."
Star Service
"Young, hip travelers and businesspeople will prefer this over the Hyatt (the former Nikko) and InterContinental hotels a few doors down." Full review
Gayot
"Sporting a hip, fun aesthetic and impressive design, the W in Polanco is where the beautiful people flock on the weekends."
Travel + Leisure
"Overlooking the tree-lined streets of Polanco, the top-of-the-line facilities at this spa include a fitness center, steam room and sauna; but you can also treat yourself to a centuries-old temezcal. " Full review
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National Geographic
"The first of the brand in Latin America blends in regional touches, from hammocks in the bathrooms to temazcal (Aztec sweat lodge) with shaman in its successful spa that occupies the whole fourth floor." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 237-room W Mexico City is an upscale hotel with a prime location in the ritzy Polanco neighborhood." Full review
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."