Polanco Mexico City, Mexico
Renovated
2017
Price
$$$
Rated for
Classic Luxe SocialOutside the door
The house
IHGModernist Polanco institution
A 42-story modernist landmark towering over Chapultepec, acting as a diplomatic hub and culinary nexus for Mexico City's business elite.
“All 700 guestrooms were refurbished in 2015 so even standard rooms boast sleek, modern appointments, while suites offer varying levels of space and luxurious amenities.”
What it’s good at
Notable
A Polanco high-rise hosting diplomatic summits and high-profile gatherings since 1977.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
Each one has a rectangular pane of glass that's nearly the width of the space, offering true panoramic views of the city.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along Campos Elíseos in Polanco, the tower sits directly opposite Auditorio Nacional and the leafy expanse of Chapultepec Park.
The rooms
Wide, near-wall-to-wall windows frame panoramic views of the park canopy and skyline, accented with colorful textiles by Pineda Covalin.
The hydrotherapy tubs
Sunken indoor hydrotherapy tubs glow with blue light and look out toward Chapultepec through panoramic windows.
The spa
On the tenth floor, Hela Spa delivers Nordic hot stone therapy and Biologique Recherche facials.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Chapulín
Charcoal-grilled regional dishes and signature moles are served beneath a vaulted tunnel of zigzag patterned tiles.
At the table
Dining extends across a 50,000-bottle wine cellar, a round-the-clock Parisian brasserie, and cocktails at Epicentro.
How it began
Architect Juan Sordo Madaleno designed the concrete high-rise in 1977, establishing one of Latin America's tallest hotels of its era.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.