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Luxury Penthouse with incredible views in historic center

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Open-plan living room
View from living room
Living room detail
Work desk in living room
Terrace at night

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7227 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Bolivar 8 - 601, Mexico D.F., D.F., 06000
  • Palacio de Bellas Artes
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Zócalo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Paseo de la Reforma
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mexico City (MEX-Mexico City Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 - Aviones

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Peces

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - El Toro

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - El Capote

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Aviones

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2 - Peces

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - El Capote

Toilet · Shower only

Guest bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Penthouse with incredible views in historic center

This wonderful apartment, decorated in a fresh contemporary style, is the perfect oasis from which to venture out into the bustling streets and plazas of the historic center and explore its many impressive buildings and museums on foot. The 'Centro', as the locals call it, was declared a World Heritage Site in 1991. It is chockfull of Aztec and Colonial treasures, fascinating museums, busy shopping streets and markets, and plenty of restaurants and bars. Here you feel the throbbing pulse of this great megalopolis - and all just a few steps away from your apartment.

Located on the top floor of a stately building, this penthouse offers breathtaking views of major Mexico City landmarks. It has an enormous living area with a plant-filled terrace, four charming bedrooms, three and a half marble baths (one with jacuzzi), and a modern well-equipped kitchen. It comfortably accommodate seven guests.

Cost of renting the apartment depends on the number of bedrooms you occupy. Rates start at USD270/night for a dble bedroom and go up to USD440/night for the entire apartment (7 guests, 4 bedrooms). You will always have exclusive use of the apartment - even if you rent just one or two bedrooms. No sharing with other guests! Pls see detailed rates below.

Your rental rate includes:
• Generous Continental breakfast (self-service) daily
• Maid service Monday, Wednesday and Friday except on official Mexican holidays
• Well-stocked minibar
• Computer and Wi-Fi
• Flat-screen satellite TV
• DVD/CD players and access to owner's DVD/CD library
• Portable heaters and fans, electric blankets
• Bathrobes, slippers and other amenities
• 24-hour security
• Transport and tours assistance

For stays on one week or longer, we will also provide
• one free airport tansfer (in or out)

Minimum stay is three nights. During Easter, Day of the Dead, Thanksgiving and Xmas/New Year holidays, minimum stay is four nights. Also, rates increase during those time periods. Please see our seasonal rate list under "Rates."

Petra, the owner lives in the building. She wants her guests to feel at home and personally attends to their needs and special wishes. A producer of documentaries on Mexico, she is an expert on unusual destinations and activities and will gladly assist you in planning your Mexican vacation, both in Mexico City and the rest of the country.

We can arrange for private tours to many sights in and around Mexico City, tequila/mezcal tastings, in-house Spanish classes and massages. Please ask us for our list of activities and excursions.

RATES FOR EXCLUSIVE OCCUPANCY OF APARTMENT
Includes full Continental breakfast daily and maid service Mo, Wed, Fri except on official Mexican holidays. End-of-stay cleaning fee is USD30.

K – one king or two twin bed
Q – queen bed
T – single/twin bed

USD BASE RATES (minimum stay 3 nights)
1 bedroom (K), 1.5 bath-----------------270/night, 1,620/week – Plan B
2 bedrooms (Q, K), 1.5 bath------------300/night, 1,800/week – Plan C
2 bedrooms (K), 2.5 baths --------------360/night, 2,160/week – Plan D
3 bedrooms (2K, 1Q), 2.5 baths--------415/night, 2,640/week – Plan E
4 bedrooms (2K, 1Q, 1T), 3.5 baths---440/night, 2,640/week – Plan F

Please check our calendar (it shows rates for one-bedroom occupancy) for seasonal rates that apply during Easter, Independence Day, Day of the Dead and Thanksgiving weeks and during end-year holidays, when minimum stay is 4 nights.
Please note that there is a USD20 fee for arrivals/departures between 9pm and 9 am and on Sundays and official Mexican holidays.

Property manager

Petra Fischer

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Please contact owner before planning your stay.
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Events

No events allowed
Please check with owner. We do make exceptions.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please check with owner. We do make exceptions.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mexico City

Located in Mexico City, this apartment is in the city centre. Paseo de la Reforma and Reforma 222 are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Alameda Central and Chapultepec Park. Check out an event or a game at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, and consider making time for Parque Zoologico de Chapultepec, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Mexico D.F., D.F.

What's nearby

  • Palacio de Bellas Artes - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alameda Central - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Metropolitan Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zócalo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Paseo de la Reforma - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Allende Station - 2 min walk
  • Mexico City Buenavista Station - 13 min drive
  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de Tacuba - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Esperanza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Comedor Banco de México - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hilaria Jardin Cervecero - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Penthouse with incredible views in historic center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Penthouse with incredible views in historic center?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Penthouse with incredible views in historic center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Penthouse with incredible views in historic center located?

Located in Historic Center, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Madero Street and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Zócalo and Alameda Central are also within 10 minutes. Allende Station is only a 2-minute walk and Bellas Artes Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation
Large,well appointed, absolutely convenient for El Centro, always easy to get a cab or Uber
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heart of the City
Our first time visiting Mexico City and it couldn’t have been a better experience. The location, comfort and beauty of this historical property are outstanding. Easy, safe and convenient to access everything in the historic district on foot, and Uber rides to sites further out are plentiful and inexpensive. Petra is a wealth of knowledge and superb host. Highly recommend her walking tour your first day to get the “lay of land.” Informative, fun and will save you a lot of time trying to figure things out on your own. We also took the cooking class (fantastic), and day trips to Puebla and Teotihuacan - exceptional. Highly recommend this property and all that goes with it!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous apartment
Absolutely beautiful apartment! Well located for cultural and tourist sites and events. Safest neighborhood in Mexico City. Secure building. Only negative is that water pressure in old building was weak sometimes in 2 of 3 bathrooms. The owner, Petra, is a gem and does everything to make the experience perfect: purified water in jugs and kitchen sink, bed warmers, space heaters, beautiful artwork, good food for breakfast, other foods available for minimal cost, and a link to wonderful driver and guides. Example: she set up a mescal tasting IN the apartment with a delightful man, then brought her cook in to make food so we wouldn’t be drinking alcohol on empty stomachs.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Petra is the best
I would recommend Petra to all of my family and friends. Great host and human being
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mireille G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fun week with friends in Mexico City
Location was perfect, lots of cultural activities and local cuisines were walking distance. Thank you Petra for your attentiveness and your advices!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Padres week in CDMX
Great place to stay while we were here for the Padres games. Central location, close to the metro…very easy to get around the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason F., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place perfect location
A large clean place in a wonderful location. The fresh pastries and mini bar could allow visitors to only leave for dinner at the many great restaurants nearby. The many historic attractions within walking distance and a subway stop around the corner will give guests many sights to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catalina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Compassionate and nurturing host
The penthouse is beautiful and views were stunning! Can literally see Bellas Artes from balcony. Next door to the historic home of ex President Santana. In the middle of everything you can need. Bathrooms were perfect and for a family of 4, it was so big that there were no arguments about bathrooms or space. Fresh delicious bread was delivered daily. I broke my ankle at a karaoke bar, and Petra did everything in her ability to help us during the September 15 celebration and day after parade. She went above and beyond a host and made us feel taken care of. We will definitely be back once I heal and finish our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A December in CDMX
Communication with Petra before me arriving went smoothly. During my stay I felt everything was done right by Petra and her staff. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
The house was incredible. The views and hospitality were nothing short of spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location / Wonderful host
Penthouse has character and great views. Great homebase for exploring centro historico without need for transit. Petra and her team were attentive to details and made us very comfortable. We loved our time there and will definitely return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best
It was a lovely apartment with an owner to match. Everything was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia P.

Perfect location!!
This was a wonderful, clean , safe and well appointed apartment in the best location. Petra is a delightful owner who provides a wealth of information. Could not be better!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation in Mexico City
Stayed for a few days during the Epiphany of the Lord. Went to the Basilica, Xochimilco and Chapultepec for a Mexico ballet presentation. Everything was amazing. The stay at the suites was pleasant and the owner Petra surprised us with a rosca de Reyes. That was so sweet. Also arrange transportation for us and was available at all times if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG C., Ketchikan, Alaska, USA

The apartment was in a perfect location to enjoy the historic center of the city.
The apartment was perfect for our family, but what really made our stay memorable was the incredible hospitality of Petra and her staff. Her warm welcome and easy access made our first trip to MC seamless. Petra’s restaurant recommendations, setting up our pyramid tour, airport transportation and setting up our incredible dinner with Ceci made our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Albert S.

Great location in Mexico CIty
This spacious penthouse is well located in the Federal District of Mexico City. This location provides easy access to tourist sites, bus and metro lines, tour buses, and wonderful restaurants. The owner provides extensive services and support for your particular activities and needs.

10/10 Excellent

Meri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and perfect location
We had such a great time in this apartment. It was a perfect place for my husband and myself my children and their significant others. Everyone gasped when we walked in and how beautiful it was. It was also well appointed, with things like hats and umbrellas, if you forgot them. Petra is a wonderful host and made us feel very at home. The continental breakfast helped us get going on the day without worrying about a restaurant. Location is so perfect for seeing the historical district. And we took Ubers to the other parts of town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous apartment but the best part was our host, Petra who made our visit absolutely wonderful
We chose the property based on the view, the location and the amenities. It was well located in the central area and the support prior to our visit from our host Petra. She was outstanding. Prior to our visit we had multiple interaction with her on distilled water for a Cpap, tours, transportation, etc. During our stay she was very present and continued to enhance our . visit by providing suggestions and support for our questions. all six of us agree we will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Great place to stay. You would LOVE it!
We had a wonderful experience while staying in this beautiful, greatly maintained, comfortable, spacious, neat place. The owner, Petra, is a great host and communicator. She provided us with all the details about the apartment and useful tips to plan our trip in advance. Petra answered all our questions right away before we arrived and was always available for questions we had during the stay .The location is great, right in the center of the historical part of Mexico city, it made our sightseeing and shopping easy. The place is maintained very well. It was very thoughtful having daily fresh and yummy food for breakfast and it saved us time every morning to start discover the city with no time wasted. Very spacious place with beautiful views and wonderful host, HIGHLY recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Terry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous time
Petra was wonderful. She purchased ballet tickets for us before we arrived and met us to help us get familiarized with the house, is quite large. I would say that the beds need to be upgraded as they are hard as rocks however Petra was very helpful and brought in some foam toppers They were still a bit hard but worked. I suggest if you are traveling with a friend upgrade to the two king-size bedrooms, that way you each have your own bathroom. We will definitely return. Thank you Petra for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your best choice in Mexico City!
From the moment we booked this apartment, it was the best experience we've ever had with a VRBO property! The owner, Petra Fischer, is a renowned documentarian, having produced many documentaries on Mexico. She concentrates on making her guests' time in Mexico City the best it could ever be. First of all, the apartment is lovely, as you can see from the photos. Our group occupied 3 of the 4 available bedrooms. Our view was of the Opera House - stunning with the sun setting behind it. Petra has designed - exclusively for her guests - private guided and non-guided tours. Guests can choose among 23 tours and 7 activities, ranging from an orientation walk through the historic center to the Frida Kahlo circuit to the famous pyramids to massages to private dinners in the apartment. Every one we chose was first-class! Additionally, Petra prepared a list of 18 of her most recommended restaurants in the area, which included which meals they serve (B, L, D), type of food, ambience, phone number and address. Every restaurant we chose was just as described. I can't imagine being a first-time or multi-time visitor to Mexico City and not staying "with" Petra.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FANTASTIC location and FABULOUS host!!!
I cannot say enough about this wonderful apartment and about Petra, the most extraordinary host! First the apartment... we visited Mexico City as a family with our adult children. We loved the large, sun-lit living room and dining room with plenty of space for everyone to relax and eat together. Great views of the city out the floor-to-ceiling windows. Large, beautifully decorated bedrooms with super-comfortable beds and plenty of bathrooms. And we loved being in the center of the city with easy walking to the Zocalo, markets, museums, murals, and parks. And now about the amazing Petra... the best VRBO host I've ever encountered. Communication ahead of the trip was super-responsive. We arrived on Christmas Eve when restaurants were closed so she offered to order for us and have the food waiting in the fridge when we arrived. She arranged airport transportation and guided a tour for us to the pyramids, complete with delicious quesadillas in the market. She offered advice on places to see and made us feel so welcome and so cared-for with lots of extras: breakfast pastries, yummy jam, lots of guidebooks (for one of which she is a contributing author), and more. We loved ringing in New Years Eve 20024 together with her! Highly, highly, highly recommend! You cannot go wrong with this booking!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host Petra and our Medical Emergency
I could echo all the other rave reviews about the apartment and Petra. They are all true. Or I could tell you my story. I am 73, a few infirmities, no Spanish, never been to Mexico. But I brought young strong 43 & 23 year olds son and granddaughter to "take care of me". On the first day they ate street tacos and got Traveller Diarrhea.That can get really bad and I would have been beside myself with worry were it not for Petra. She cancelled reservations for me; provided Electrolyte solution and an OTC med; reassured that she could get embassy doctor if needed; called several times a day to check on us; gave me rice for them; offered to send the maid to drugstore; convinced me they would survive if I went to a concert and found 2 wonderful ladies to go with me. Luckily they were basically back on their feet in 48 hours. But it could have been so much worse and I was so grateful to have her expertise and support. I really didn't worry (much). I just can't say enough. Plus, how many hosts walk you to the car and hug you good-bye? She is special.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top floor, large, Centro Historico- do it!
We really liked this place. The star is Petra, the owner of this top floor huge apartment. She lives across the way in another apartment thus was close by if we needed her but did not intrude on our stay at all. She is charming, cares about her guests, and the building is lovely. Built in the 1940's, it has charm and the apartment is very large. We were two couples- one of us had an en suite bathroom, and the other had a bathroom next to their room. There is an outdoor veranda for views to the Belles Artes Palace and west- it's a narrow veranda and filled with happy plants, so no real place to sit outside (other than singly on stools). the rest of the apartment is very large and light, and very secure with a guarded entrance, key fob entry to the elevators, and good locks. We particularly liked how well Petra had the place stocked; everything from paper products to bathroom stuff was there, which we have found lacking in some VRBO's. Breakfast was provided- eggs, yogurts, Mexican pastries, coffee restocked every day by the housekeepers who have been with Petra for years. Speaking of which- the housekeepers had a very well stocked honor bar, with tequilas, mezcals, other liquors, and many bottles of decent wine. There is a notebook nearby, with a price list and a sheet to log what you consume- then you pay up at the end in pesos. The prices were all VERY reasonable- doesn't appear to be any markup. The neighborhood is very central and walkable to the Zocalo, Belle Artes, and many museums. 2 doors down is a bakery, and next to that a restaurant called Bajio which is a chain but also very good. For a little more upscale try Limosneros a block away. We really enjoyed both Petra and her wonderful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Penthouse Apt in Centro Historic
We were four women traveling to Mexico City for the first time. Looking at pictures on the Vrbo website, the apartment looked perfect for us -- and it absolutely was. To begin, Petra was very helpful throughout the entire process. She responded to emails within hour-- giving us information about the area and advice on restaurants and tours. She even booked our tickets to Casa Azul for us. Upon arrival, Ceci greeted us warmly (since Petra was out of town) and installed us in the apartment, explaining everything we needed to know. The apartment was as, if not more, beautiful than it looked in the pictures. It was also immaculate. The living room and dining room were spacious, bright, and beautifully furnished. The four of us were very comfortable drinking a glass of wine on the couches that faced each other, or around the dining room table. The kitchen was large and had every appliance we needed. The. breakfast that Ceci brought in every day was perfect for us -- an assortment of breads and sweet breads, yogurt, delicious fruit and eggs, along with coffee or tea. The four bedrooms and bathrooms were in different parts of the apartment, giving all of us the privacy we wanted. The bathrooms were modern and the beds had comfortable mattresses. And, we could not have chosen a more perfect location. There is so much to do in the Centro Historico and we were a able to walk to so many museums and sights. We were also able to walk to several very excellent restaurants and markets. When we ventured into other neighborhoods, we used Uber, which worked out very well. All in all, the four of us had an incredible time staying at Bolivar 8 in Mexico City. Our only regret is that we were only there for five days -- definitely not enough time. I'm planning to return to Mexico City with my husband in the near future and I hope the Petra's apartment is available when I do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Petra Fischer

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Petra, the German owner (she speaks German, English, Spanish and French) has lived and worked as a journalist in Mexico for over 40 years. When authorities began to spruce up the decaying Centro Histórico 20 years years ago, she bought two apartments on the top floor of a stately building between the Zocalo (main square) and Bellas Artes (the opera house).
Before moving in, she totally remodeled, modernized and redecorated both properties – one to live in herself, the other to put up friends, relatives and paying guests when visiting Mexico.

Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish