Guests often praise
- Central location close to markets, museums, and public transport
- Friendly and accommodating staff and administration
- Clean and comfortable rooms at a budget-friendly price
- Easy access for short stays and travelers passing through
Hotel Escorial
Enjoy free Wi-Fi and parking at Hotel Escorial, located in lively La Merced, CDMX. Explore nearby landmarks like Palacio de Bellas Artes and Templo Mayor Museum.
Hormiguero 4, La Merced, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico View on map
Free Wi-Fi Parking
What recent guests emphasize
Comfortable and affordable stay with a prime location
Recent guests highlight the hotel's convenient position near Mexico City's cultural attractions, friendly service, and value for money, while noting some issues with noise and limited amenities.
Worth knowing
- Noise from streets and occasional disturbances reported
- No fitness center or swimming pool available on-site
- Weekend overnight stays may require additional payment
- Parking is available, but public Wi-Fi quality may vary
Best for
- Visitors focused on exploring local culture and museums
- Budget-conscious travelers seeking basic comfort
- Short-term guests needing easy metro access
- Guests who value location over luxury amenities
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About this property
Welcome to Hotel Escorial
Located in the vibrant La Merced neighborhood of Mexico City's Centro district, Hotel Escorial offers a straightforward lodging option with a 3.3 rating from over 200 reviews. Its setting puts guests close to the lively market area known for craft stalls and food trucks, as well as cultural sites such as the Mexico City Museum, making it convenient for visitors interested in exploring local art and history.
The hotel provides essential amenities like free Wi-Fi and parking, though it does not have a pool or fitness center. Check-in begins at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Guest feedback highlights the property's basic comfort and affordability, with some praising its central location and friendly staff, while others point out that noise from the surrounding area can be a factor.
Nearby attractions include the Palacio de Bellas Artes, Constitution Plaza, and the Templo Mayor Museum, all within easy reach for cultural sightseeing. The hotel's proximity to multiple airports, including Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez just 18 minutes by car, adds to its practicality for travelers arriving or departing by air.
Hotel Escorial suits visitors who plan to spend most of their time exploring the city and need a budget-conscious place to rest. Its location amidst busy streets and cultural landmarks appeals to those who value immersion in local atmosphere despite a no-frills accommodation experience.
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Facilities & essentials
What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive
The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.
Most popular facilities
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Not available at this property
Pool
Fitness center
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What recent guests are actually saying
Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.
10
Me hospedó de lunes a viernes en este lugar y es muy satisfactoria y muy bonito y cómodo y barato
10
Conoce un mujer Linda. JRabbit. Awesome meeting you. Great conversations. Mexico is awesome. Come visit Mexico . The good outweighs the bad. If the table moves, move with the table. Lol VJ...
10
A diferencia de las opiniones de los demás, los 3 días que estuve hospedado temporalmente llenó mis expectativas. El precio está bien. Y las personas de administración se portaron amables conmigo. Con gusto volvería a hospedarme
10
Solo nos quedamos unas horas. Gracias a mi Dios nos recibieron sin complicaciones.... Me gustó la ubicación...
10
Muy buen hotel, céntrico para unos un problema para otros óptimo, con una variedad de lugares que visitar, ya sea la plaza pino Suárez, el mercado, variedad de lugares cerca para comer, bancos cercano, la plancha capitalina a unos pasos
8.0
Perfecto para quiénes van de paso un par de días. Si estarás paseando todo el día, este lugar es fácil de acceder desde el metro para volver. Aveces escuchas gente discutiendo en la calle.
8.0
Bastante limpio a lo q me esperaba, es de paso pero para una emergencia está bien, $180 la noche, no permiten hospedarse toda la noche los fines de semana a menos q paguen extra.
10
Fue grandioso es un excelente lugar para disfrutar de una viaje , el servio es excelente, es de los mejores lugares que hay para quedarse y conocer
Location & neighborhood
Where you'll find Hotel Escorial
Mexico City, Mexico
Lively market area with craft stalls & food trucks, plus Aztec & colonial art at Mexico City Museum.
- Merced 14 min Walk
- Zócalo /Tenochtitlan 15 min Walk
- San Pablo. 2 min Walk
- Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez 18 min Car · 48 min Transit
- Felipe Ángeles International Airport 1 hr 26 Car · 2 hr 6 Transit
- Lic. Adolfo López Mateos International Airport 1 hr 10 Car
Things to do nearby
Worth the walk or a quick ride
Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Mexico City. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.
192,225 reviews Palacio de Bellas Artes
Av. Juárez S/N, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06050 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
323,390 reviews Constitution Plaza
Pl. de la Constitución S/N, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06010 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
34,532 reviews Templo Mayor Museum
Seminario 8, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06060 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
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