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Plussat: Good Location

Miinukset: Very noisy - it was impossible for me to have a proper sleep neither of the nights (the bar is just in the middle and on top of that their AC or something else was making very loud noises) Same breakfast everyday - Pan de muertos

Plussat: clean! very nice staff. other travelers were polite in a hostel setting. nice that there are single room, 4 bed room and 6 bed room options.

Miinukset: check in was slightly confusing but easy enough to find. included breakfast was light but satisfying.

Plussat: The location was great and the main part of the hotel/ complex was lovely but the hostel part itself needed work.

Miinukset: It didn’t really make it clear that one part is a lovely hotel and the other is an ok hostel (we probably would have paid more for the hotel had we known). We were in a private room with a shared bathroom howver The toilet flushes were terrible which is fine but there was no sign to tell people not to put toilet roll down the toilet so you can imagine the outcome. Reception Staff weren’t very helpful and at times rude in comparison to other modern hostels where staff and facilities have been great. We felt it had potential but they’ve not invested/ kept on top of things. As it was raining we only had the choice of sitting indoors to eat in a dark room with stock piled up around us. Also the free breakfast was pretty terrible but better than nothing if you’re on a real tight budget. Wasn’t terrible but compared to the image created on booking.com vs what you get isn’t really the same.

Plussat: It is really central to all the historic sights. Hardly to believe the good recommendations of the hostel.

Miinukset: Our private bedroom reminded me more of a prison cell with noise of the neighboring building and vibration of the walls. We were able to change rooms however we had than the noise of the kitchen ventilation system. Noise of air ventilation systems everywhere in the hostel, so loud that even with earplugs hardly to sleep. Sanitories uncomfortable. I was in many hostels before and I know what to get for little money. Other guests smoked in front of the bedrooms and no one cared. Definitely not take the private rooms.

Plussat: The hostel is located in a very nice building along with qualitatives shops and restaurants. Rooms are clean, likewise concerning bathrooms and shared spaces. The industrial style decoration is a plus.

Plussat: The hostel's location is its best attribute, since you are 2 blocks away from El Zocalo, and you are surrounded by food places, shops, museums, and other historical sites. The building itself where the Hostel is located is impressive, from the moment you enter and see all the shops and restaurants within the building, you feel overwhelmed by its beauty. It has a modern- colonial vibe that I have not seen in any other hotel. The bed was good, and my sheets were changed (upon request) promptly. Value for money this hostel is great.

Miinukset: I thought that the hotel had no ambiance, and I think that this is mainly because the only place that you can literally get Wi-Fi is the patio/bar area, therefore, the spot that should be used for socializing and getting to know everyone is used by all guests to use their computer/phones. The hotel staff is a bit snobby, with the exception of some of the female staff. The "all black" uniform that staff members use makes you doubt whether you are talking to the concierge or a security agent. Other areas of development include better ventilation for single rooms, and more information of tours and amenities for tourists.

Plussat: The location is one of the best!

Miinukset: We got robbed! They stole cash, credit cards and a laptop! Also our beds we not cleaned when we arrived at 4pm. After we told them about the dirty bed, they said it will take 20min. After 50min they still didn't clean it.

Plussat: This place is located about two blocks from Socalo plaza. Rooms and shower area were both clean. If I ever travel here again I will probably stay here again.

Miinukset: I would’ve preferred a bottom bunk but next time I’ll ask.

Plussat: The location is awesome! In general my stay was super good, the place is very good located and the staff very friendly.

Miinukset: There’s like a bomb water that you can hear all the time, even when you are in your room.

Plussat: best shower in mexico

Miinukset: no wifi in bedroom, no place to sit - charge phone - use wifi at the same time. when it's raining there's little place to hang around. the upper beds have very little space and separation.

Plussat: I liked the location of the hostel and the decoration, the room was spacious and clean

Miinukset: I couldn't connect to the wifi in the room and there wasn't an elevator so you have to go up to the room by stairs carrying the bags

Plussat: location and privacy

Miinukset: maybe the lack of bread with breakfast toast

Plussat: location is good

Miinukset: the bathroom smells musty. breakfast is eggs, bread and coffee only. small room with no window

Plussat: The location, the bed's don't make noise, thats great.

Miinukset: A bug spilled me and I was with fools for a week

Plussat: excellent location. good daily breakfast, friendly staff, great views from the terrace bar, comfy beds

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: The location was great, the architecture and design of the building was good. i didnt have any problem with Wi-Fi.

Miinukset: The amenities were week. The microwave was not working, and there is no place to hang out. There is a kitchen with small dining table but it's not enough. The manager can easily add a sofa and big table and some canape to the kitchen and then there is a good place to hang out. The roof is perfect but useless during the day.

Plussat: Location is just off Templo Mayor and the Zocalo, as well as a metro stop.

Miinukset: The rooms are good enough. Clean, large lockers. But the beds There’s only one bathroom each for male and female, which consists of 2 toilets and two shower stalls. For the whole hostel. And beware, sometimes the water doesn’t run. So check before you do anything. The hangout room is not very good. This hostel is great if you prefer to keep to yourself. Be aware that this hostel is not very strict when it comes to noise.

Plussat: Good location, helpful staff

Miinukset: Just prepared for Friday night party.... sorry if you don't party

Plussat: Lovely artwork everywhere. Dorm was cozy and comfy with big lockers. Common areas really nice. View from rooftop exceptional. Easy to meet other people

Miinukset: Only two small toilets and the toilet paper was overflowing from the bins all the time. Really noisy roof terrace at weekends. Hard to sleep. Music til 4am some nights

Plussat: Natalia and Diana are the best!

Miinukset: More variety for breakfast, and toast, butter and honey available without the ONE PER PERSON rule.

Plussat: Love the terraza and the friendly staff!! They made the stay excellent!

Miinukset: I wish i could enjoy breakfast more often, but there's not self serve.

Miinukset: I only didnt like that the lockers dont have a lock. I havent seen that Its written anywhere, maybe Its my mistake.

Plussat: The location is excellent. The molletes at breakfast were fresh and filling. The staff were super helpful, understanding and positive. Thankfully the staff were very apologetic when I told them about the bedbugs in our bed and immediately gave us another room on the same floor with no hassle. Also they gave us free Turibus day tour passes which meant the follwing day was thoroughly enjoyable.

Miinukset: The bed we had was unfortunately full of bed bugs which meant that our night's sleep was severely disrupted.

Plussat: The Location of this property was extremely great. Is right across from the cathedral. El templo mayor is in walking distance as well is el zocalo. Also you have plenty of restaurants to choose from.

Miinukset: A lot of noise, the common kitchen was not clean. La terraza was not all that, the locals are only there to see if you paid for their drinks. They have $80 peso cover if you want to get in.

Plussat: The location and the rooftop terrace

Miinukset: The acustics of this place is horrible. I am a good sleeper, but could not sleep for a minute. Rooms do not have windows and almost all rooms are located next to a sort of empty hallway which makes the sound extremely strong, which results that you here every closing door, every shower and every conversation from about 25 rooms. Which makes it hardly impossible to sleep. The way the building has been built is very unfortunate and hard to change, but at least they should invest in some proper isolation and (double crystal) windows. We have cancelled our stay after one night and we were not the only ones. Such a pity because the place has great potential and is located very central.

Plussat: I have stayed in 3 hostels in the area, and this is the best one of the three, so I re-booked 3 times to stay here in 3 weeks. 1. The staff were very nice and friendly and always like to help. 2. The room was very clean and comfortable, and each bed had a power socket, 2 USB sockets, and reading light, so you didn't need to bother or share with others. 3. The buffet breakfast was excellent with fruits, yogurt, milk, bread, cheese, ham, eggs, juice, coffee, etc. 4. It is located in the excellent position near the Catedral Metropolitana, and the roof top terrace especially the bar area have the great view of the Catedral Metropolitana, Mirador Torre Latino, and the surrounding. 5. It is very secure and you could come and go without any problem. 6. It is free of charge for storing your luggage for a few days even you don't have any further booking with the hostel.

Miinukset: It was a bit noise especially during the weekend when there were parties in the roof top bar area, so you better prepare a good ear plugs for it. P.S. the review I put 2 days ago with only 3 scores was a mistake which was supposed for another hostel, so please ignore it! (I am contacting booking.com to delete it!)

Plussat: Spacious room and the area, but the room is too bright to sleep. The night time receptionist was better than the day one, otherwise I would give 1.

Miinukset: I booked this hostel was based on the good reviews, however I was very frustrated and disappointed for what I had been through as followings: 1. Check-in time: I was there at around 1pm which was 2 hours before the check-in time but I didn't mind to wait. (Next day a girl came in at around 11am, and the same receptionist let her check-in straight away.) Finally it was the check-in time. I asked if I got a lower bed as I requested it when making the booking (I received a message from the hostel saying no problem for my request.) She said no, but I could have it in a mixed room. I said no as the room I booked was for women only. And then she said the room was full, all other people came in the night before. (At this point, I knew that I had to accept the upper bed.) 2. Payment: when I gave her my credit card, she said I had to pay cash. I said I had no cash and also the hostel showed accepting credit cards both in the booking.com and in the hostel reception. She said the credit card machine wasn't working and I could take cash from ATM machine around the street, but I insisted that I only want to pay with a credit card. Now she said she would try it on the 'broken' machine. Obviously there wasn't any problem with the machine as my card went through without any issue. 3. Overcharged: when I made the booking, the price was showed in both US$ & pesos, and advised that the final payment would be different depending on the date of the exchange rate. The exchange rate for the date I made the payment was below $19 pesos for a US$, but she charged for $19.60 pesos, about 3% more. 4. After check-in: after she showed me my room and bed, another guest in the room told me that there were 2 beds (1 lower and 1 upper) were still available as they checked out the morning. At this time I was so frustrated that I went back to the reception asking why she lied to me by not giving me the available lower bed.

Plussat: Top location, each bed had a power socket, usb socket, reading light.

Miinukset: Rooms had no ventilation, bed sheets were not washed on daily basis, so prepare to use a used one. Cramped rooms. Due to lack of help there was no warm breakfast on day 2.

Plussat: The location is very convenient and the place is good.

Miinukset: The bathroom was dirty and during the night they close the main door and nobody replies the door bell until you knock the door constantly.

Miinukset: No restrooms inside the rooms. Its annoying if you need to pee at night and are on a bunk bed. So you have to climb down the bed get dressed because it's cold, walk out the room, up the stairs find the restroom then go back downstairs to your room and up your bed

Plussat: Great location, the rooms were nice, clean, spacious and the beds were super comfy. Hot water showers

Miinukset: The toilet situation was ridiculous. They were outside the rooms and were locked, but the room key did not open them. When we asked to use them they tried to charge us 5 pesos even though we were paying guests. At one point we had to cross the road and use the toilet in KFC; it was a joke. The kitchen was the worst equipped I’ve ever seen, it didn’t even have cutlery! And was very dirty and smelly.

Plussat: Location is really good cause it allows you to move around the city really fast, it's 1 block away from the "Insurgentes" subway station. Also they clean the rooms and the whole premises daily.

Miinukset: I was moved around rooms 3 times because they told me they were going to perform maintenance services on the rooms. Also cause the hostel is located in a very well known gay area of the city I had to endure being sexually harrased by some of the other guests and I noticed some sexual activity in the shared bathrooms. So if you're into this kind of thing you're really gonna like it here.

Plussat: Location for Day of the Death

Miinukset: Horrible experience. Booked two beds in 8-beds mixed room, they gave us 14-beds room. There was no power in the room, plug sockets didnt work, nobody change the bed sheets after previous people, massive mess everywhere also bug beds! After two nights they came to us like 10pm and they told us to move our stuff to other rooms as group of people comming and they want to be together lol so they have seperate me and my boyfriend and we have to be in boys/girls rooms. Staff unfriendly, didnt care at all.

Plussat: Nice atmosphere, but mostly of the people I met who stayed there too. The hostel was clean and big common areas to chill and relax. Good coffee and decent breakfast.

Miinukset: The staff didn’t have a lot of knowledge about stuff around (like laundry service etc.), nor giving tips about the city or organized any social stuff. The bed was very hard to climb and moved a lot because of the person sleeping under.

Plussat: Right in the center of the zona rosa area, big lockers that fit your backpack in, best wifi in ages, room big and got cleaned everyday, staff nice and friendly

Miinukset: shower heads were nonexistent and water was rarely warm, staff doesn’t speak english at all, mosquitoes in the room at night sometimes. bit unorganised since on my second night got informed by another girl staying in the room that we were to move rooms at that moment cause there was a group coming so had to go to the reception at midnight to deal with that situation, no other problems after that though

Plussat: Ok neighborhood but...

Miinukset: Seems to be the gay district and a gay hostel. I wasn't aware of the theme, that's all. It was veer lonely. I'm surprised booking recommend it.

Plussat: Good location and easy to find

Miinukset: Very very basic but good for the price

Plussat: Claudio at the reception was really really cool. Gave us the best info about the neighborhood and city. The beds are good and the hostel has a lovely deco

Miinukset: Super noisy because of the bar... is unbelievable! I had earplugs could not sleep. Also there is a funny smell in the bathroom

Plussat: Great location , pretty decor, nice staff

Miinukset: There was construction outside of my door at 9 am in the mornings. There were no other travelers there. Mattress was uncomfortable.

Miinukset: Incredibly noisy with a dog that keeps on barking and people talking very loud in the lobby. Equipment is also very light and dirty. The only good point of this place is the location if you wanna hang out in Condesa. I do not recommend this hostel at all. Not worth the price.

Plussat: Very friendly stuff!

Miinukset: Pillow cases do not appear to be washed. were full of hair and brown with dirt

Miinukset: very very loud, uncomfortable bed, credit card payment did not work

Plussat: Front desk very helpful

Miinukset: Room was clean

Plussat: The location is the best. Also they gave me the chance to be by myself in a room of 6 instead of sharing with others for the same price.

Miinukset: - They had to move me the day before y departure because the owner decided to fix my room and he couldnt wait for one day. - the new room was dirty. The beds were full of hairs around. - The is a bar on the top. It is duper noisy. - everytime someone steps , you feel it. The floors are super noisy as well. - the staff sleep in the hall!!! They even dont have a proper room. What kind of owner trests in this way to the team? - the staff were just not nice. But I can unferstand coming from the owner they have. - the place has a conpletly lack of soul. - the rooms are cold. In resume, the whole place and its people are cold. I am really sorry for the staff working there.

Plussat: The price

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: For only 65 pesos without taxes you can have a individual room or 2 people shared room. You can wash your clothes there for free if you buy the soap. The shower is big. They have coffee and tea for only 10 pesos.

Miinukset: They don't have toilet paper, you have to bring yours.

Miinukset: It's a homeless shelter.

Plussat: Price

Miinukset: Bathroom are very dirty

Plussat: Quite cheap

Miinukset: The place was very dirty and the older member of staff is very incompetent never have I encountered someone so useless. As well as this the price is not what is stated on booking.com. This property is terrible would not recommend. Lost my hat at the property 100% certain one of the members of staff stole it too.

Plussat: This is a great BUDGET location. It's extremely cheap and the staff is extremely helpful and wonderful. The location is nice, it's close to the metro and not far from downtown. They have good internet (might depend on your room), and there are restaurants and stores nearby.

Miinukset: It is a budget location, so if you are expecting 5-star amenities, look at another place. Not necessarily the cleanest place, but you are getting what you pay for.