Umbral, Curio Collection by Hilton
Centro Historico, Cuauhtemoc, Mexico City
“Centro design retreat”
Vibe
Skylights illuminate glass-block catwalks and a 1920s terrazzo spiral staircase, anchoring an art-filled atrium alive with contemporary Mexican design.
“Centro design retreat”
Architect Javier Sánchez and studio Nomah framed the 1924 building around light and dark threshold transitions.
A restored 1924 Edificio España showcasing the original blush limestone facade and curved terrazzo spiral staircase.
Rooftop drinks overlooking Centro Histórico, chef Daniel Ovadía's Paxia, and the intimate Nardo Cocktail Club.
In Centro Histórico, two blocks from the Zócalo and the Metropolitan Cathedral
Rooms
Dark antechambers open into sunlit, cream-toned bedrooms equipped with Audio-Technica turntables and vinyl curated by local record shop La Roma.
Wellness
An open-air heated plunge pool and whirlpool sit on the rooftop deck beside a light-filled gym overlooking the downtown skyline.
Backstory
Originally the 1924 Edificio España, the building retained its blush pink limestone facade during architect Javier Sánchez's light-and-shadow reimagining.
Eat & drink
Chef Daniel Ovadía serves pre-Hispanic flavors at Paxia, while Nardo Cocktail Club pours mezcal alongside rooftop drinks at Terra Alta.
The neighborhood
The Zócalo and Metropolitan Cathedral sit two blocks away, placing street vendors, colonial palacios, and Aztec ruins right at your doorstep.
The app
Hotel Please was drawn for the phone in your hand — and this is the flat version of it.